Cà Phê Trứng (Vietnamese Egg Coffee)

Recipe for Cà Phê Trứng (Vietnamese Egg Coffee) in celebration of #BrunchWeek! Dark Vietnamese coffee is topped with a layer of creamy whipped egg and sweetened condensed milk for a sweet start to your day.

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Cà Phê Trứng (Vietnamese Egg Coffee)

Created by Nguyen Giang, founder of Giang Cafe in Hanoi, Cà Phê Trứng is a cup of brewed Vietnamese coffee covered in a layer of whipped egg yolks and sweetened condensed milk. The eggs were added in the 1940s to help spread out the use of milk during a time of scarcity. I am generally not a coffee drinker, but absolutely loved this. The strong flavor of the dark coffee contrasts perfectly with the light and creamy topping. Some have even referred to Cà Phê Trứng as liquid tiramisu.

To prepare the coffee itself, I used a Phin– a Vietnamese single-cup coffee filter. I have an 8 ounce size which is perfect for individual servings. I placed the coffee filter over my coffee mug or glass, added an even layer of the ground coffee topped with the press, then filled with boiling water. The process was repeated again to make a second glass. Some cafés serve the coffee mugs within a larger cup of hot water to help keep it heated. I found Vietnamese coffee grounds sold in a can in the unrefrigerated beverage section of my local Asian market.

Make sure to beat the eggs and sweetened condensed milk with a handheld mixer until completely whipped and light enough to form ribbons that hold their shape briefly. The first time I made this, I didn’t beat the mixture long enough and it fell right into the coffee instead of floating on the top (still delicious, but didn’t have that striking layered look).

I have also come across recipes that include a splash of vanilla extract or vanilla sugar with the sweetened condensed milk (which I also found varying amounts- anything from a couple of teaspoons per egg to 1/4 cup) or decorate the top with a bit of shaved chocolate/cocoa powder. Some add a little extra sugar as well.

Looking for more fun coffee recipes?

Try my Einspänner (Viennese Coffee with Whipped Cream), White Chocolate Espresso Martini, and Eiskaffee (German Coffee with Ice Cream).

BrunchWeek

Welcome to #BrunchWeek 2018 hosted by Love and Confections and A Kitchen Hoor’s Adventures! This year is even bigger and better than ever! Thirty eight bloggers from around the country are showcasing their best brunch dishes. We have so many delicious recipes for you to enjoy throughout the week (over 150!!) including cocktails, appetizers, pastries, tarts, main courses, and plenty of desserts! 

Take a look at what the #BrunchWeek Bloggers are creating today!

BrunchWeek Beverages:

• Cà Phê Trứng (Vietnamese Egg Coffee) from Tara’s Multicultural Table
• Cold Brew with Hazelnut Simple Syrup from The Barbee Housewife
• Hazelnut Milk Punch from Culinary Adventures with Camilla
• Irish Coffee from My Catholic Kitchen
• Strawberry Frosé from Love and Confections

BrunchWeek Appetizers:

• Everything Bagel Dip from Rants From My Crazy Kitchen
  

BrunchWeek Egg Dishes:

• Bacon, Asparagus and Spinach Frittata from Eat Move Make
• Cauliflower Waffles from Caroline’s Cooking
• Cheesy Hashbrown Casserole from Karen’s Kitchen Stories
• Deviled Eggs with Capers, Cucumber and Red Onion from Family Around the Table
• Farmers Casserole from A Day in the Life on the Farm
• Ham & Artichoke Strata from The Chef Next Door
• Ham, Asparagus and Gruyere Quiche from The Redhead Baker
• Hash Brown Waffles with Bacon & Eggs from Amy’s Cooking Adventures
• Mom’s Egg Salad Sandwich from Girl Abroad
• Spicy Pimento Cheese Omelet from For the Love of Food

BrunchWeek Breads, Grains, and Pastries:

• Bacon and Cheese Twists from Big Bear’s Wife
• Caramel Apple Dutch Baby from The Bitter Side of Sweet
• Carrot Cake Muffins from A Kitchen Hoor’s Adventures
• Chocolate Chip Pecan Cinnamon Rolls from Pass the Sushi
• Coconut Cream Pie Donuts from 4 Sons ‘R’ Us
• Coconut Raspberry Skillet Pancake from Books n’ Cooks
• Danish Twists with Cream Cheese Filling from That Skinny Chick Can Bake
• French Toast Muffin Bites from Daily Dish Recipes
• Make Ahead Mocha Granola from Wholistic Woman
• Snickerdoodle Pancakes from Mildly Meandering
• Toasted Coconut Granola from Cooking With Carlee

BrunchWeek Main Dishes:

• Antipasto Pizza from Strawberry Blondie Kitchen
• Asparagus & Crab Cake Benedict from The Crumby Kitchen
• Breakfast Pizza from Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
• Corned Beef Hash Benedict from Sweet Beginnings
• Mini Breakfast Pot Pies from Forking Up
  

BrunchWeek Fruits, Vegetables and Sides:

• I Dream of Hawaii Smoothie Bowl from Ketchup with Linda
• Prosciutto Wrapped Pineapple Spears from Kudos Kitchen by Renee
• Refrigerator Pickled Asparagus from Shockingly Delicious
  

BrunchWeek Desserts:

• Breakfast Oatmeal Thumbprint Cookies from The Spiffy Cookie
• Brown Sugar Cinnamon Coffeecake from It Bakes Me Happy
• Chocolate Coffee Maple Cupcakes from Triple Chocolate Kitchen

Cà Phê Trứng (Vietnamese Egg Coffee) Recipe

Adapted from Thyme to Mango