Creamy whipped coffee delight
This Dalgona Coffee is the viral whipped coffee recipe that took the internet by storm—and for good reason. With its fluffy, cloud-like coffee foam sitting on top of cold or hot milk, it’s rich, creamy, and surprisingly easy to make. Perfect for busy mornings, afternoon pick-me-ups, or when you want a café-style drink without leaving home. Made with just a few pantry staples, this whipped coffee feels fancy but comes together in minutes. If you love easy coffee recipes and Instagram-worthy drinks, this one deserves a spot in your routine.
⏱️ Time Breakdown
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Servings: 1 glass
📝 Ingredients List
- 2 tablespoons instant coffee
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons hot water
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- Ice cubes (optional, for iced version)
✨ Kitchen Tools You’ll Need
This recipe doesn’t require fancy gadgets, just a few reliable kitchen basics to keep everything simple and stress-free.
- Medium mixing bowl
- Whisk, hand mixer, or milk frother
- Measuring spoons
- Tall glass
- Spoon or spatula
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Beginner-Friendly Instructions
- Add instant coffee, sugar, and hot water to a mixing bowl.
- Whisk vigorously for 3–4 minutes until the mixture becomes thick, fluffy, and light brown ☁️
- Fill a glass with milk (add ice if making it iced 🧊).
- Spoon the whipped coffee mixture on top of the milk.
- Gently stir before drinking and enjoy! ☕✨
Multitasking tip: Whip the coffee while your milk chills or heats.
💡 Pro Tips
- No instant coffee? This recipe only works with instant coffee—brewed coffee won’t whip.
- Less sweet: Reduce sugar to 1 tablespoon; it will still whip, just slightly less stable.
- Storage: Whipped coffee can be stored covered in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
- Flavor boost: Add a pinch of cocoa powder, cinnamon, or vanilla to the foam.