Coffee is just coffee, right? Well, not so much so if you go to a drive-through with a detailed order! Every country has its own versions of coffee and a plethora of recipes. This one’s from Vietnam.
Egg cream coffee may not sound delicious at first, but it’s considered quite the treat in Vietnam. For those in the US, you’ll probably enjoy its silky, creamy, light sweetness, too. You can’t beat simple ingredients: egg yolk, sweetened condensed milk, and espresso! Give this recipe a try. You’ll probably come back for more.
What Does Egg Cream Coffe Taste Like?
The first impression is a custard-like flavor. You could equate it to lattes or cappuccinos. Some even compare it to tiramisu but with a slightly sweeter impact.
Egg Cream Coffee
Coffee is just coffee, right? Well, not so much so if you go to a drive-through with a detailed order! Every country has its own versions of coffee and a plethora of recipes. This one’s from Vietnam.Egg cream coffee may not sound delicious at first, but it’s considered quite the treat in Vietnam. For those in the US, you’ll probably enjoy its silky, creamy, light sweetness, too. You can’t beat simple ingredients: egg yolk, sweetened condensed milk, and espresso! Give this recipe a try. You’ll probably come back for more.What Does Egg Cream Coffe Taste Like?The first impression is a custard-like flavor. You could equate it to lattes or cappuccinos. Some even compare it to tiramisu but with a slightly sweeter impact.
Ingredients
- 12 oz. strong espresso
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1-2 tbsp sweetened condensed milk
- 1 tsp sugar (optional)
- ¼-½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Put the egg yolks and condensed milk into a pitcher
- Using a hand or emersion mixer, whip them together
- Continue until the volume doubles (there will be soft peaks)
- Fold in the vanilla
- Pour out the coffee, leaving room for the egg topping
- Add the whipped mixture and enjoy.