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Honey Vietnamese Coffee Bread
A rich, sweet coffee inspired by Vietnamese ca phe sua da, featuring robust dark roast coffee brewed with French press, sweetened with honey and finished with condensed milk. Perfect for pairing with breakfast pastries or enjoying as an afternoon treat with its bold, caramelized flavors.
15 min
1 serving
French Press

Instructions
Brewing Steps
- Prepare the honey base: Add 2 tablespoons of honey to your serving glass and set aside.
- Grind coffee: Grind 25g of dark roast coffee beans to a coarse consistency.
- Heat water: Bring water to 200°F (just off boiling).
- Brew coffee: Add ground coffee to French press, pour hot water over grounds, stir gently, and steep for 4 minutes.
- Press and pour: Slowly press down the plunger and pour the hot coffee over the honey in your glass.
- Add condensed milk: Slowly pour 3 tablespoons of sweetened condensed milk over the back of a spoon to create layers.
- Serve: Stir to combine all ingredients. Serve hot, or pour over ice for a refreshing iced version.
Pro Tips
Pro Tips
- Use a Vietnamese coffee blend or French roast for authentic flavor
- Warm your honey slightly to help it dissolve more easily
- For best layering effect, pour condensed milk very slowly
- Adjust sweetness by varying honey and condensed milk amounts
- Try different honey varieties like wildflower or clover for unique flavor profiles
Recipe Details
Coffee Amount:25g
Water Amount:300ml
Grind Size:Coarse
Water Temp:200°F
Prep Time:5 min
Ingredients
- dark roast coffee beans - 25g
- hot water - 300ml
- honey - 2 tablespoons
- sweetened condensed milk - 3 tablespoons
- ice cubes - 1/2 cup (optional)
Equipment Needed
- French press
- coffee grinder
- kitchen scale
- serving glass
- spoon for layering (optional)