Café Viennois

Aug 17, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Easy

Café Viennois in a ceramic mug on an oak patio table

Café Viennois is a hot espresso drink topped with a generous layer of whipped cream, combining strong espresso with creamy sweetness.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

18.0 g (18.0 g)finely ground espresso
36.0 g (36.0 g)espresso yield
2.0 fl oz (60.0 ml)whipped cream

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Instructions

Extract 18 g of finely ground espresso to yield 36 g of espresso concentrate.
Pour the hot espresso into a warmed cup.
Top the espresso with 2 fl oz (60 ml) of freshly whipped cream.
Serve immediately.

Tips

Use freshly whipped cream for best texture. To make ahead, whip the cream in advance and refrigerate until use.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make café viennois?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make café viennois 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 viennois 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.

Café Viennois is a hot espresso drink topped with a generous layer of whipped cream, combining strong espresso with creamy sweetness.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

39 Calories / serving

3.3g Fat

2.0g Carbs

0.5g Protein

1.2g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~39 cal · 3g fat · 2g carbs · 1g protein · 1g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 39 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 7 min·0.4 mi·~800 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 5 min·0.3 mi·~500 steps
Moderate cycling 4 min·0.8 mi
Swimming laps 5 min
Jogging 4 min·0.3 mi·~650 steps
Stair climbing 4 min·~350 steps
Dancing 6 min
Bodyweight circuit training 4 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 9 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.