> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://thefoodiekitchen.net/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Vietnamese Egg Coffee — Ca Phe Trung With Butter - URL: https://thefoodiekitchen.net/vietnamese-egg-coffee-ca-phe-trung/ - Published: 2026-08-17T08:25:39.000Z - Updated: 2026-09-15T04:22:56.000Z - Description: Ca phe trung is Hanoi's famous egg coffee — a thick, sweet, meringue-like egg yolk cream floated on strong Vietnamese drip coffee. This seed oil free version uses butter in the egg cream for additional richness. - Author: Savannah Ryan - Tags: Coffee Recipes, MAHA Recipes, Asian Recipes Ca phe trung — egg coffee — was invented at the Giang Café in Hanoi in 1946, during a period when fresh milk was scarce and egg yolk was used as a substitute. Nguyen Van Giang, a former bartender at the Sofitel Metropole hotel, whipped egg yolk with sugar and condensed milk into a thick, meringue-like cream and floated it on strong Vietnamese robusta coffee. The result — half drink, half dessert — became one of Hanoi's most iconic foods. ## Vietnamese Robusta Coffee Vietnamese coffee culture is built on robusta beans, not arabica. Robusta has nearly twice the caffeine content of arabica, a stronger, more bitter flavour profile, and less acidity. The French drip filter (phin filter) used in Vietnam extracts a concentrated, intensely flavoured coffee that stands up to the rich sweetness of the egg cream. Strong espresso or a concentrated French press is the closest substitute for the phin method. ## The Egg Cream The egg cream is made by whipping egg yolks with condensed milk and a small amount of softened butter until it reaches the consistency of a thick mousse — pale, airy, and stable enough to float on the surface of the coffee without immediately sinking. The butter adds richness and helps stabilise the foam. The result should be light enough to spoon from the top, with the coffee revealed as you work through the cream. ## Serves 2 · Prep 10 min Serves 2 Prep 10 min Cook 5 min ### Ingredients - 2 egg yolks - 4 tbsp sweetened condensed milk - 1 tbsp unsalted butter, softened - 1 tsp vanilla extract - 240ml very strong hot coffee (Vietnamese phin or espresso) ### Method 1. Brew very strong coffee. Pour into two small glasses or cups. Keep hot. 2. Beat egg yolks, condensed milk, butter, and vanilla with a hand mixer or whisk until thick, pale, and doubled in volume — about 3-4 minutes. 3. The cream should hold a ribbon when the whisk is lifted. 4. Spoon the egg cream generously over the hot coffee. 5. Serve immediately — eat by spooning through the cream into the coffee beneath. ## Hot vs Iced Ca phe trung is traditionally served hot — the warmth from the coffee heats the egg cream from below, softening it slightly and releasing its aroma. An iced version exists: brew the coffee cold, fill a glass with ice, pour cold coffee, and spoon the egg cream on top. The iced version has a firmer, more stable cream layer that contrasts pleasantly with the cold coffee beneath. Frequently Asked Questions Is raw egg yolk safe? The egg yolk in this recipe is not cooked. Use the freshest possible eggs from a reliable source. People who are pregnant, elderly, or immunocompromised should avoid raw eggs. Can I use regular milk instead of condensed milk? No — the condensed milk's sugar and fat content are essential to the cream's texture. Regular milk will not whip to the required consistency. What coffee to use? Trung Nguyen (Vietnamese brand) robusta is most authentic. Failing that, any very strong espresso works. The coffee must be strong enough to stand up to the sweet egg cream — weak coffee will be overwhelmed. Shop This Recipe Fourth and Heart Ghee Grass-fed ghee, USDA certified. The ghee used across The Foodie Kitchen. [Get on Amazon →](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07B48Y2D7?tag=thefoodieki0f-20&ref=thefoodiekitchen.net) Savannah Ryan · Amazon Savor Coffee 20 seed oil free coffee and drink recipes — butter coffee, Vietnamese egg coffee, Turkish coffee with ghee. 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