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Avocados are not eaten as much in Vietnam as in Mexico or the US, but we do love them and use them almost exclusively in drinks and desserts (same goes for beans, but that’s a topic for another day).

I didn’t start eating avocados savory until middle school, when I discovered smoked salmon avocado toast on the internet. I remember my mom watching me and thinking it was super strange because back then, she only saw it as a fruit to be eaten sweet.

One of the most common things we use avocados for in Vietnam is to make smoothies. The high fat content and versatile mild flavor of the avocado is a superstar smoothie ingredient. Since the avocado flavor is mild, it can be used as a base and you can add other fruits or flavors. The classic sinh tố bơ – Vietnamese avocado smoothie is one of my favorite treats.

Personally, I am a big believer in “coffee makes everything better” – especially when it comes to desserts, and this is no exception. The lovely bitterness and fragrance of the coffee complements the richness and sweetness of the avocado smoothie perfectly. On top of that, the protein and fat content from the avocado smoothie slows down your digestion and absorption of coffee, which is supposed to reduce coffee jitters.

If you’re looking for a fun new one way of drinking your coffee, especially in the summer, look no further! You can also easily make this vegan by using milk alternatives and vegan condensed milk.

INGREDIENTS FOR CÀ PHÊ SINH TỐ BƠ

• Avocado – Quả bơ: One of the most common things we use avocados for in Vietnam is to make smoothies. The high fat content and versatile mild flavor of the avocado is a superstar ingredient.
• Sweetened condensed milk – Sữa đặc có đường: Milk that has had water removed and sugar added. Most commonly known/used in Vietnamese coffee, it is also used in desserts like flan.
• Milk – Sữa tươi: For the creamiest result, use whole milk- but since the avocado itself is already creamy, any type of milk will do!
• Coffee – Cà phê: Of course, I recommend using Vietnamese coffee brewed with a phin for the most authentic taste. However, you can use any type of coffee and brew it however you like, just along as the result is pretty concentrated and strong, so that the coffee flavor does not get overpowered by the smoothie.
• Ice – Đá

DIRECTIONS FOR CÀ PHÊ SINH TỐ BƠ

1. Brew your coffee and let sit to cool.
2. Cut open avocado, remove pit, and scoop the flesh into your blender.
3. Add in ice, condensed milk, and milk.
4. Blend until smooth.
5. Pour the smoothie into a glass.
6. Pour the coffee on top.
7. Stir and enjoy!

RECIPE VIDEO

Cà phê sinh tố bơ • Avocado smoothie coffee

Course: Drinks, DessertCuisine: VietnameseDifficulty: Easy

Makes

2

servings

Time

10

minutes

A unique pick-me-up! The perfect combination of sweet and creamy avocado smoothie, mixed with bitter and fragrant coffee.

Cook Mode

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Ingredients

• 200 g 200 avocado

• 100 g 100 sweetened condensed milk (see Notes)

• 130 g 130 milk (see Notes)

• 200 g 200 ice

• 200 ml 200 coffee (see Notes)

Directions

• Brew your coffee and let sit to cool.
• Cut open avocado, remove pit, and scoop the flesh into your blender.
• Add in ice, condensed milk, and milk.
• Blend until smooth.
• Pour the smoothie into a glass.
• Pour the coffee on top.
• Stir and enjoy!

Recipe Video

Notes

• Sweetened condensed milk: any brand will work, but Sữa Ông Thọ/Longevity brand is the beloved choice for many Vietnamese families.
• Milk: For the creamiest result, use whole milk- but since the avocado itself is already creamy, any type of milk will do!
• Coffee: Of course, I recommend using Vietnamese coffee brewed with a phin for the most authentic taste. However, you can use any type of coffee and brew it however you like, just along as the result is pretty concentrated, so that the coffee flavor does not get overpowered by the smoothie. As for the quantity- feel free to add more or less coffee depending on how strong you want the drink to be.
• Veganizing this recipe: You can easily make this smoothie vegan by using milk alternatives and vegan condensed milk

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