It. Is. HOT. I don't know if you've heard, but two-thirds of the United States will be experiencing dangerously hot weather this weekend. Here in DC, it'll be 99 degrees, but it will feel like 115. ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTEEN. Luckily I work from home on the weekends, so I have no intention of going outside. Instead, I'll be eating my way into a caffeine fueled panic attack with these Vietnamese Coffee popsicles.
These popsicles are SO easy to make, I'm almost embarrassed I'm writing a recipe for it. You just make some strong coffee, mix in condensed milk, and put it in your popsicle mold. It's almost foolproof, really.
Vietnamese Coffee
Coffee was introduced to Vietnam like most things were: By French missionaries. It's usually made with dark roast coffee in a French drip filter. For fun, I used a French drip filter to make my coffee, but you can use any form of coffee machine you like, as long as you make that coffee STRONG.
To use a French drip filter to make Vietnamese coffee, pack your coffee into the bottom of the filter, and add the screen on top of the coffee. Set the whole device over a cup and pour hot water over the screen. It should take four or five minutes for the water to slowly drip into your cup.
Condensed milk
Because fresh milk wasn't wildly available when coffee was first introduced to Vietnam, people sweetened their coffee with sweetened condensed milk. In my biased opinion, it's the best way to sweeten coffee. It gives coffee a rich, creamy sweet flavor without diluting it. If you haven't tried it yet, go buy a can of sweetened condensed milk and pour it in your coffee ASAP.
I use the Zoku popsicle molds, so all I had to to was pour my mixture in and pop in the sticks. If you're using a moil that doesn't have these sticks with the drip guards, you will need to pour your coffee into the molds and freeze for about an hour so that you can add the popsicle sticks in without them sinking to the bottom. Then continue to freeze until fully set.
These Vietnamese Coffee popsicles are so addicting, but be careful! It's still coffee. As of the moment I'm writing this, I've already eaten three and I am WIRED.
Vietnamese Coffee Popsicles
Ingredients
- 2 cups strongly brewed coffee
- 1 can (12 oz) sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
- Mix condensed milk and coffee together until milk is dissolved
- Pour coffee mixture into popsicle molds. Freeze according to instructions, at least 8 hours
Clover says
I used black tea instead of coffee and it turned out really good
Suzanne Nuyen says
Black tea popsicles sound divine. Thanks for trying Clover!
blair villanueva says
Perfect as a treat this summer while needs to stay awake. Ohh I miss that old coffee from japan.
Hackytips says
Yum! Great substitute for coffee in summer.
LaTese says
This looks like an amazing recipe. I will be trying this soon.
Bindu Thomas says
Thats an amazing way to have some coffee!
Qarrey says
Thanks for sharing the recipe.Have to try this for sure.
Neil Alvin says
Nice. I would definitely like to try that out at home.
Binge on Basics says
I never had coffee popsicles but this sounds delicious. I am going to get myself some in this summer heat. It would be relaxing
Evan Petzer says
Anything with the word coffee in it grabs my attention, would love to try them out.
Marysa says
I didn't know what Vietnamese Coffee was, but it sounds delicious! I love sweetened condensed milk, and it makes sense to have a sweetener that does not dilute coffee. These popsicles sound wonderful!
Mudpiefridays says
My kids would absolutely love these. This would disappear in no time at our house! This is my kind of weekend treat.
Alexandra Cook says
This looks nice and simple to put together but so delicious! Perfect for a weekend treat!
Catherine Santiago Jose says
A kind of a nice way to beat the heat this summer and to enjoy your delicious taste of coffee. I am going to try this at home, thanks for sharing!
Marjie Mare says
Those popsicles look divine. I would love to have one right now. Thanks for sharing.
Martin says
OMG... thank you for sharing. I'm so going to try these tomorrow. I love coffee!
sabrina must says
My caffeine addiction’s dream! This looks great (:
Lavern Moore says
I would love to try Vietnamese Coffee Popsicles. From your images and description they sound so yummy and delicious!
Bree says
I would never have thought to make coffee Popsicles but I love coffee so this sounds amazing!
Jaana McEntee says
I will make it tomorrow! All my favorite ingredients are included 🙂 Thank you!
Kristin Baxter says
I've never had sweetened condensed milk in my coffee but I bet it's amazing! I mean...that stuff is pretty good on it's own. lol And yes, it is crazy HOT down here, too.
Suzanne Nuyen says
Once you try it you'll never go back to creamer!
Jasmine M. says
Oh my gosh! I never thought of turning coffee into a yummy popsicle! Great idea, and I can't wait to try it!
Tracy @ Cleland Clan says
I love that these are so easy to make--it's hard to believe that two simple ingredients, mixed and frozen, make such a delicious summertime treat!
Anonymous says
Adult popsicles! I love that there are only two ingredients--so easy to make. Can't wait to try them.
Sonja Hoff says
I am a coffee fiend! Love this recipe and so great for summer!
Madi Rowan says
How nice & refreshing for the summer! I might have to give these a try...but sub coconut milk for the condensed milk!
-Madi xo | http://www.everydaywithmadirae.com
Suzanne Nuyen says
Remember to add sugar if you're using coconut milk, and use the kind in a metal can, not the boxed kind 🙂
Emily Fata says
Oh my goodness, this looks like such a great recipe! The perfect thing to make on these summer days.
kevin Akidi says
This looks nice and easy to make. I think I will enjoy making it and of course eating.
Nadalie Bardo says
Such a delicious idea! I am like why have I not been making these all my life. LOVE COFFEE!
Lambamsworld says
This look so delicious ???? and so easy to make ! I will definitely be using this recipe to create my own . Is mind blowing you used coffee . Thank you for sharing.x
Riana Ang-Canning says
OMG these sound heavenly! It's getting hot again here in Prague and I would love a sweet cold treat like this. I love Vietnamese coffee and I can't believe how easy it is to make!
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Jenn ~ onehoppymomma says
So easy and a great way to use coffee that is left over.
Viano Dee says
This looks very delicious. I've never tried condensed milk in coffee before. Will do just that. Thank you for this recipe.
Suzanne Nuyen says
It will change your world!