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Dalgona Whipped Coffee

Instant coffee, sugar, and hot water whipped together into a thick, glossy foam that is spooned over cold milk. The striking two-tone drink tastes like a creamy caramel coffee and takes only minutes to make.

10 minEasyServes 2120 cal/serving

KoreanNon-Alcoholic DrinkNo-CookVegetarianGluten-FreeNut-FreeSoy-FreeEgg-FreeSesame-Free

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp instant coffee granules
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2 tbsp hot water (just boiled)
  • 2 cups cold whole milk (or oat milk for dairy-free)
  • 2 cups ice cubes

Instructions

  1. 1

    Combine 2 tbsp instant coffee granules, 2 tbsp granulated sugar, and 2 tbsp hot water (just boiled) in a medium bowl. The amounts must be equal — this ratio is essential for the foam to form.

  2. 2

    Using a hand mixer, electric whisk, or a sturdy manual whisk, whip the mixture vigorously until it becomes thick, pale, and holds stiff peaks. This takes about 2 minutes with an electric mixer or 5 to 7 minutes by hand.

  3. 3

    Fill two glasses with 2 cups ice cubes and pour 2 cups cold whole milk (or oat milk for dairy-free) over the ice, filling each glass about three-quarters full.

  4. 4

    Spoon the whipped coffee foam generously on top of each glass.

  5. 5

    Stir before drinking to combine the foam and milk. Serve immediately.

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