# East Asian Latte Desserts The Vietnamese Ice Coffee Panna Cotta is Creamy and Delish By Shiori Mine | Published 2012-08-22 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vietnamese-ice-coffee-panna-cotta References: [zoebakes](http://zoebakes.com/2012/06/27/vietnamese-ice-coffee-panna-cotta/) If you are looking for a refreshing yet decadent dessert to serve at your next party, the [Vietnamese ice coffee panna cotta](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vietnamese-coffee-puffcorn) recipe is guaranteed to delight guests. The mixture of bitter coffee with sweet, creamy condensed milk is one bite that is sure to leave smiles on adults alike. The recipe deconstructs the traditional beverage into a delectable, layered dessert. Panna cotta is an [Italian dessert](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flavored-kcups), which is essentially cooked cream that is solidified with gelatin or another thickening agent. Using a combination of coffee and vanilla-flavored panna cotta, you begin to build what will become the layers of this sweet treat. After letting each layer settle, you are left with the perfect after meal indulgence during a hot summer night. Serve your caffeine-hungry guests a real treat with the Vietnamese Ice Coffee Panna Cotta recipe by Zoe Bakes. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 73% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Vietnamese Ice Coffee Desserts:** Creating innovative desserts that highlight the flavors of Vietnamese ice coffee, such as panna cotta or other layered treats, can attract coffee enthusiasts and dessert lovers alike. - **Deconstructed Traditional Desserts:** Deconstructing traditional beverages, like Vietnamese ice coffee, into layered desserts presents an opportunity for culinary experimentation and unique flavor combinations. - **Indulgent Summer Desserts:** Developing creamy and refreshing summer desserts, like the Vietnamese Ice Coffee Panna Cotta, can be a popular option for parties and gatherings during hot summer nights. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can explore new product development opportunities around incorporating Vietnamese ice coffee flavors into desserts and creating unique, indulgent summer treats. - **Hospitality and Event Planning:** The hospitality and event planning industries can incorporate the Vietnamese Ice Coffee Panna Cotta into their dessert menus, offering a refreshing and sophisticated option for parties and gatherings. - **Culinary Arts and Pastry:** Chefs and pastry professionals can experiment with deconstructing traditional desserts like panna cotta and infusing them with Vietnamese ice coffee flavors, adding an innovative twist to their creations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Asian-Influenced Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sabai-creamery.md) - [Ready-to-Drink Vietnamese Lattes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pho-latte.md) - [Durian Coffee Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/durian-coffee.md) - [Specialty Vietnamese Coffees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specialty-vietnamese-coffee.md) - [Artisan Vietnamese Coffee Truffles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vietnamese-coffee-1.md) - [Plant-Based Vietnamese Coffees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-based-vietnamese-coffee.md) - [Vietnamese Coffee Pouches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vietnamese-coffee-pouches.md) - [Classic Dessert-Flavored Coffees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nescaf-dessert-edition.md) - [Vietnamese Coffee Stouts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coffee-stouts.md)