Whipped coffee is a fluffy and delicious twist on your morning cup of joe that you absolutely need to try. For this recipe (also known as dalgona coffee), you only need three simple ingredients and a hand whisk. Let’s get down to it!

Whipped Coffee

Whipped Coffee Is a Viral Sensation

Whipped coffee, or dalgona coffee, took social media by storm! It’s no surprise, because the images of the fluffy, thick, and delicious coffee definitely make you want to instantly give it a try. 

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The trend actually first started in South Korea but it’s not been popularized across North America and around the world. It was nicknamed “dalgona coffee” because it resembles the look of a popular South Korean toffee treat.

Today, we’re going to make a vegan version of the Dalgona Coffee. We had so much fun making this drink because it really makes you feel like an at-home barista. 

Key Ingredients

  • Instant coffee
  • Granulated sugar (brown or white) 
  • Hot water 
  • Plant-based milk
  • Ice 

How To Make Whipped Coffee 

To make whipped coffee, you simply combine equal parts instant coffee, sugar, and hot water in a bowl. Then, use either a hand whisk or an electric mixer to make it into a froth.

For this recipe, I used a simple hand whisk, and it worked great. Whisk vigorously for about 5-7 minutes to get the thick, creamy consistency.

Once the mixture has developed into your thick “whipped coffee”, pour it over a glass of almond milk with ice!

Tips and Hacks

  • Make sure to use hot, boiling water which will help everything combine.
  • I know many people store their instant coffee in the freezer but I suggest using room-temperature coffee for this recipe or it might be too cold. 
  • Be patient. When I first started mixing I couldn’t believe that it would transform into the thick creamy texture we’ve seen all over TikTok and Instagram. And yet, after five minutes it foamed up and became super thick!
  • If you have a hand mixer, the process becomes quicker and easier. If you don’t have one, check out your nearest thrift store!

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of coffee should I use?

This whipped coffee recipe definitely works best using instant coffee. This is because it dissolves the best when whisking.

What if I’m not a fan of coffee?

You can use a similar process to make whipped cocoa or dalgona matcha. Simply replace the instant coffee in this recipe with ground cocoa powder and give it a whirl.

What does it taste like?

If you like velvety, sweet, latte-style drinks, you’re going to love whipped coffee! 
The texture is light and airy; some would even describe it as luxurious. 

The whipped coffee foam floats on top of the almond milk, and you can mix the flavors as you drink it.

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Whipped Coffee

The Recipe: Whipped Coffee Recipe (Dalgona Coffee)

A simple vegan whipped coffee recipe that uses only four ingredients.
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Servings: 1
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp Instant Coffee
  • 2 tbsp Sugar
  • 2 tbsp Boiling Water
  • 1 cup Ice Cubes
  • 1 cup Almond Milk

Equipment

  • Hand Whisk

Instructions 

  • Add the instant coffee, sugar and boiling water to a bowl. Whisk until it becomes a foamy, cloud like consistency. If you are hand whisking this will take approximately five to ten minutes.
  • Add ice and almond milk to a glass, then pour the whipped coffee over top. Stir or drink as is.

Notes

If you have an electric mixer, the process is a lot quicker. Set it to low and let it do the work.
Serving: 2cups, Calories: 139kcal, Carbohydrates: 25g, Protein: 1g
Cuisine: Korean
Course: Drinks
Author: carleigh