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Refreshing Vietnamese Coffee Granita You'll Love on Hot Days

This Vietnamese Coffee Granita is a delightful dessert that balances strong coffee with sweetened condensed milk, perfect for hot days.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Freezing Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Coffee Mixture
  • 4 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk Substitute with evaporated milk or coconut cream for a dairy-free version.
  • 6 tablespoons medium-coarsely ground coffee Can use any strong brewed coffee.
  • 12-14 ounces hot water Just below boiling.
Optional Toppings
  • additional sweetened condensed milk Drizzle on top before serving.
  • flavored syrups Consider chocolate or vanilla.

Equipment

  • French press
  • shallow pan
  • Fork
  • stirring utensil

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large jar, combine 4 tablespoons of sweetened condensed milk.
  2. Brew 6 tablespoons of medium-coarsely ground coffee with 12-14 ounces of hot water for about 4 minutes.
  3. Pour the brewed coffee into the jar with condensed milk and stir well.
  4. Pour the mixture into a shallow pan and freeze for 35-40 minutes.
  5. Scrape the mixture with a fork to create a slushy texture, then return it to the freezer.
  6. Repeat the scraping every 35-40 minutes for a total of 3-4 times until fluffy.
  7. Scoop into bowls and drizzle with additional sweetened condensed milk before serving.

Notes

Experiment with flavors by adding spices like cardamom or cinnamon during brewing for a unique twist.