A sweet espresso-based drink combining rich espresso with sweetened condensed milk for a layered, sweet flavor.
Café Bombón
Ingredients
Scales by servings. Blend or brew in batches if your blender or pot is small.
- 18.0 g (18.0 g)finely ground espresso
- 36.0 g (36.0 g)espresso yield
- 2.0 fl oz (59.0 ml)sweetened condensed milk
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Instructions
- Extract the espresso to yield approximately 36 g of espresso.
- Pour the sweetened condensed milk into a serving glass or cup, filling about 2 fl oz (59 ml).
- Slowly pour the espresso over the condensed milk to create a layered effect.
- Serve immediately without stirring to preserve the layers.
Tips
- Use a clear glass to showcase the classic layered look of the drink. For a creamier texture, you can gently stir before drinking.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make café bombón?
Plan on 2 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.
Can I make café bombón ahead?
Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days and rewarm gently on the stove; don't let it boil.
How do I make café bombón dairy-free?
Use oat or almond milk in place of dairy milk, and dairy-free ice cream, yogurt or whipped topping where the recipe calls for them. Check packaged toppings and sauces for milk.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.
Whole recipe (1 serving): ~243 cal · 7g fat · 41g carbs · 6g protein · 41g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 243 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
- Brisk walking 46 min·2.7 mi·~5400 steps
- Walking uphill or incline treadmill 33 min·1.7 mi·~3300 steps
- Moderate cycling 25 min·5.0 mi
- Swimming laps 34 min
- Jogging 24 min·2.0 mi·~3850 steps
- Stair climbing 22 min·~2000 steps
- Dancing 40 min
- Bodyweight circuit training 25 min
- Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 56 min
Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.














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