Vietnamese Cacao Nib Cold Brew with Condensed Milk
A refreshing cold brew with rich cacao nibs and sweet condensed milk - Vietnamese style!
March 2, 2025
Love Vietnamese coffee? This cold brew takes it up a notch by adding rich cacao nibs to create a chocolatey twist on the classic. The combination of smooth cold brew and sweet condensed milk gets an exciting boost from crunchy cacao pieces.
This recipe couldn't be simpler to make at home. Just combine coarse-ground dark roast coffee with cacao nibs and let them steep overnight. The result is a bold, chocolatey coffee that's perfect with traditional Vietnamese condensed milk. Great for hot summer days or whenever you need a special coffee treat!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This isn't your ordinary cold brew! Here's why you'll love it:
- Rich chocolate notes from real cacao nibs
- Super easy overnight brewing process
- Less acidic than regular coffee
- Customizable sweetness with condensed milk
Vietnamese Cacao Nib Cold Brew with Condensed Milk
A refreshing cold brew with rich cacao nibs and sweet condensed milk - Vietnamese style!
Vietnamese Coffee, Cold Brew, Cacao Nibs, Condensed Milk, Iced Coffee, Vietnamese Cold Brew
Equipment
- Large jar or cold brew maker
- Coffee filter or fine-mesh strainer
- Coffee grinder
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Tall glasses for serving
Ingredients
- 1 cup coarse ground dark roast coffee
- ¼ cup cacao nibs
- 4 cups cold filtered water
- 4-6 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk
- Ice cubes for serving
Instructions
- Combine coarse ground coffee and cacao nibs in a large jar or cold brew maker
- Add cold filtered water and stir gently to combine
- Cover and refrigerate for 12 hours or overnight
- Strain the mixture through a coffee filter or fine-mesh strainer
- For extra smoothness, strain a second time
- Fill glasses with ice
- Pour cold brew concentrate over ice
- Add 1-1½ tablespoons sweetened condensed milk per serving
- Stir well and enjoy
Pro Tips
- Use a dark roast coffee for the most authentic Vietnamese coffee flavor
- Crush the cacao nibs slightly to release more flavor
- Filter twice for the smoothest result
- Store cold brew concentrate for up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator
- Warm the condensed milk slightly for easier mixing
Calories: 165kcal, Carbohydrates: 28g, Protein: 4g, Fat: 5g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Cholesterol: 10mg, Sodium: 55mg, Potassium: 245mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 24g, Calcium: 120mg, Iron: 1mg
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Summary
Cook Time:
PT12H
Servings:
4 servings
Total Time:
PT12H10M
Prep. Time:
PT10M
