Whipped Dalgona Coffee
Equal parts instant coffee, sugar, and hot water transform into a stable caramel-colored foam that sits dramatically over cold milk.
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Estimated total: about 10 minutes with an electric mixer or 15 minutes by hand, including assembly. Hand whisking alone takes 8–12 minutes. The displayed total allows for the hand method; physical timing is still unverified.
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Combine instant coffee, sugar, and hot water in a medium bowl.
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Whip with an electric mixer for three to five minutes, or vigorously by hand for eight to 12 minutes, until thick, glossy, and able to hold soft peaks.
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Fill a glass with ice and milk, spoon the whipped coffee on top, and stir thoroughly before drinking.
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Easy swaps
- Use one tablespoon each coffee, sugar, and water for a lighter foam with half the added sugar.
- Choose unsweetened almond milk to reduce calories and natural sugar.
- Regular ground coffee will not whip; use instant coffee or instant espresso.
Mixpert tips
- Two tablespoons of instant coffee can be highly caffeinated; use one tablespoon for a lighter serving.
- The foam tastes concentrated on its own, so stir it into the milk before sipping.
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Whipped Dalgona Coffee FAQs
Why does my dalgona foam collapse into the milk?
The whipped instant coffee mixture slowly loses its structure after spooning it over milk and ice. Beat the coffee, sugar, and hot water until thick and glossy, then assemble just before serving. If the foam is runny from the start, continue whisking rather than adding more milk.
Why is my dalgona coffee not whipping?
Use instant coffee and equal volumes of coffee, sugar, and hot water. Ground coffee and brewed coffee do not create the same stable foam.
Can I make dalgona coffee without sugar?
Sugar stabilizes the foam. Some granulated sugar substitutes can work, but the volume and staying power may be lower.