Description
Dalgona Coffee, also known as whipped coffee, is a delightful and visually stunning beverage made by whipping instant coffee, sugar, and hot water into a frothy, creamy topping served over milk. This recipe creates a rich, frothy coffee drink that’s perfect iced or hot, combining strong coffee flavor with the smoothness of milk. It’s quick and easy to make using a hand mixer or stand mixer, and can be customized with your choice of milk and optional cinnamon for extra warmth.
Ingredients
Scale
Whipped Coffee Mixture
- 2 tablespoons instant coffee
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons boiling water
- A pinch of cinnamon (optional)
To Serve
- 1 cup milk of choice (soy milk, almond milk, oat milk, or dairy milk)
- Ice cubes (optional, if making iced coffee)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add instant coffee, granulated sugar, and boiling water into a bowl. Optionally, add a pinch of cinnamon for extra flavor. This mixture forms the base for the whipped topping.
- Whip the Mixture: Using a hand mixer or a stand mixer, whip the coffee mixture on high speed for about 2 minutes until it becomes thick, creamy, and frothy. Scrape down the sides of the bowl to ensure all ingredients are fully whipped.
- Adjust Sweetness: Taste the whipped coffee. If you prefer a sweeter drink, add an additional tablespoon of sugar and whip again briefly. Keep in mind that the final taste will be balanced by the milk.
- Prepare the Glass: Fill a tall glass (about 8 ounces) with your choice of milk. For iced coffee, add a few ice cubes before pouring in the milk. For hot coffee, simply use warm milk.
- Top with Whipped Coffee: Spoon the whipped coffee mixture on top of the milk. It will float as a thick, creamy layer.
- Enjoy: Stir vigorously with a spoon or straw to combine the whipped coffee topping with the milk. Sip and enjoy your creamy, flavorful Dalgona coffee. Don’t forget to snap a photo of your beautiful drink!
Notes
- You can easily double or triple the whipped coffee ingredients to make multiple servings or a larger batch.
- The whipped coffee texture depends on using instant coffee; ground coffee will not work the same.
- Try using different milk options like soy, almond, oat, or traditional dairy milk to suit your taste and dietary preferences.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or vanilla extract to enhance flavor complexity.
- Whip the mixture sufficiently for maximum frothiness; under-whipping will result in a less fluffy topping.
- This drink is best enjoyed fresh as the whipped coffee can lose its texture if left standing too long.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Korean
Keywords: Dalgona coffee, whipped coffee, instant coffee drink, frothy coffee, Korean coffee recipe, iced coffee, whipped coffee topping
