How to Make Dalgona Whipped Coffee
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The drink that took over the internet. A thick, fluffy, cloud-like coffee foam served over iced milk for a cafe-quality experience at home.

Dalgona coffee, famously known as 'Whipped Coffee,' became a global obsession when everyone was stuck at home looking for cafe-quality drinks they could make in their own kitchens.
It requires only three ingredients in equal parts: instant coffee, sugar, and hot water. When whipped together, the mixture traps air and transforms from a dark liquid into a thick, golden, marshmallow-like foam that sits beautifully on top of a glass of iced milk.
Ingredients You Need
- 2 tbsp instant coffee (do not use ground coffee beans)
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp boiling water
- 1 cup cold milk (dairy or oat)
- Ice cubes
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. In a medium-sized bowl, combine the instant coffee, granulated sugar, and boiling hot water.
2. Using a hand mixer or a milk frother, whip the mixture on high speed for 3 to 5 minutes. The mixture will lighten in color and slowly thicken.
3. Continue whipping until stiff peaks form and the texture resembles thick whipped cream.
4. Fill a glass with ice cubes and pour in the cold milk, leaving some room at the top.
5. Use a spoon to dollop the thick coffee foam onto the top of the iced milk. Stir well before drinking.
Troubleshooting: Why is my Dalgona Whipped Coffee not turning out right?
If you are having trouble getting this recipe right, ensure you are measuring ingredients accurately. Baking and cooking are sciences, and the right ratios matter. Also, check your oven temperature; many ovens run hot or cold.
How to Make Dalgona Whipped Coffee
The drink that took over the internet. A thick, fluffy, cloud-like coffee foam served over iced milk for a cafe-quality experience at home.

How to Make Dalgona Whipped Coffee
The drink that took over the internet. A thick, fluffy, cloud-like coffee foam served over iced milk for a cafe-quality experience at home.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp instant coffee (do not use ground coffee beans)
- 2 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp boiling water
- 1 cup cold milk (dairy or oat)
- Ice cubes
Instructions
In a medium-sized bowl, combine the instant coffee, granulated sugar, and boiling hot water.
Using a hand mixer or a milk frother, whip the mixture on high speed for 3 to 5 minutes. The mixture will lighten in color and slowly thicken.
Continue whipping until stiff peaks form and the texture resembles thick whipped cream.
Fill a glass with ice cubes and pour in the cold milk, leaving some room at the top.
Use a spoon to dollop the thick coffee foam onto the top of the iced milk. Stir well before drinking.

