Saigon's Dessert Menu: Delicious and Affordable Treats Everyone Loves

Adding significantly to the rich, diverse culinary scene, Saigon's desserts are just as enticing. Let's explore these affordable yet powerful delights!

Saigon's Dessert Menu: Delicious and Affordable Treats Everyone Loves

Bubble Tea

Originating from Taiwan, bubble tea has become extremely popular among all food enthusiasts. From traditional to innovative new flavors along with a plethora of delicious toppings, bubble tea has captivated people of all ages. With its diverse price range, bubble tea is a Saigon dessert suited for everyone.

Sugar Water Tofu Pudding

Tofu pudding, also known as 'tàu phớ,' is a traditional dessert crafted from soybeans, reminiscent of childhood for many. Before the era of widespread internet and delivery services, the arrival of a tofu pudding vendor was a delightful event for children.

Tofu pudding vendors delicately scoop layers of silky, pure white tofu into porcelain bowls, then douse it with sweet ginger syrup and add chewy tapioca pearls. Traditionally enjoyed hot, many now prefer it chilled with ice. The combination of soft tofu and tapioca pearls creates an unmatched delicacy.

Coconut Sticky Rice Ice Cream

Coconut Sticky Rice Ice Cream is a cherished dessert, blending glutinous sticky rice with rich coconut ice cream, served in an emptied coconut shell. The mixture of coconut's creaminess, sticky rice's aroma, and the ice cream's coolness brings a soothing sensation.

Cadé Sticky Rice, Cadé Steamed Buns

Cadé Sticky Rice and Cadé Steamed Buns are familiar mid-afternoon treats, perfect for an energy boost during study or work hours. Cadé, a golden custard made from eggs, sugar, milk, and coconut, infuses these snacks with a sweet, creamy flavor, providing sufficient energy for the day.

Black Sesame Dessert Soup

Black Sesame Dessert Soup, a cherished Chinese dessert, is made from finely ground black sesame. Each locale boasts its unique recipe, but generally, diluted tapioca flour, fresh milk, and lime leaves are added to achieve its signature fragrance.

Dragon Beard Candy, Taffy

Dragon Beard Candy and Taffy represent the nostalgic sweets of many Vietnamese generations. Before the abundance of dessert options, enjoying a piece of taffy brought immense joy. These candies are crafted from familiar ingredients such as sugar, vanilla, peanuts, and coconut.

To make taffy, sugar and vanilla are combined with a little water and heated until the mixture becomes sticky. A chopstick test in cold water ensures readiness when the sugar doesn't dissolve. The sugar is then stretched and folded until it turns elastic and white, hence the name 'taffy' derived from this simple process.

Dragon Beard Candy starts with a pliable candy base, dipped in flour, and pulled into hundreds of fine strands. These strands are laid on a rice paper, topped with shredded coconut and condensed milk, culminating in an incredibly fragrant and rich treat. The name 'Dragon Beard Candy' reflects its fine, thread-like appearance.

Fried Banana

Bananas, a universally loved fruit, have inspired a myriad of dishes, from desserts to main courses. Among them, fried banana, made by dipping thin slices of banana into batter and deep-frying until golden and crispy, stands out for its simple yet delightful taste.

Vietnamese Sweet Soup

Vietnamese Sweet Soup, or 'Chè,' is a hallmark of Vietnamese dessert culture. With a variety that spans from North to South, 'Chè' can be made from beans, sweet potatoes, and fruits like jackfruit, grapefruit, mango, kiwi, and dragon fruit. Recently, Saigon's youth have developed a taste for innovative versions like 'chè khúc bạch,' Thai sweet soup, and Cambodian sweet soup.

Grilled Banana with Sticky Rice

Recently, CNN's Culinary Journeys highlighted Vietnam's Grilled Banana with Sticky Rice as one of the 'Best Desserts Around the World,' placing it among the top 9 global desserts.

This dish combines bananas, coconut milk, and sticky rice. The crispy outer layer of sticky rice mixed with creamy coconut milk and sweet banana slices delights the palate. It's best enjoyed hot with coconut milk and roasted peanuts, making it a must-try Saigon dessert.

Milo with Tapioca Pearls

Evolving from the beloved Milo milk drink among children, Milo with Tapioca Pearls has been created. It includes Milo powder, milk, flan, and tapioca pearls. Although similar to bubble tea, this beverage offers a unique and enticing flavor.

Ice Cream

Ice cream has always been a favorite cold dessert on hot summer days. From simple popsicles to various other forms like smoke ice cream, fruit ice cream, and bingsu, the popularity of ice cream continues to grow with several beloved flavors.

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Reference: Mytour Travel Guide