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Ever wanted to make Dalgona Coffee but didn't have instant coffee?
Or just prefer the taste of regular brew coffee? In this post I show you
how to make whipped coffee without instant coffee
. Even
more delicious
, and a great
simple dessert
!
Jump to:
Why you will love this recipe
What you need to make it
How to make it
Tips & tricks
Recipe FAQ
More quick & easy desserts
Recipe
Reviews
I think we can all remember spring of 2020 and the popularity of certain TikTok recipes. The
Dalgona Coffee
recipe was one of those, and it soon became
one of the most popular coffee recipes
.
And no wonder - it's so simple!
Also known as beaten coffee
, it's basically
instant coffee mixed with sugar to a custard like consistency
, served over cold milk.
For
my perfect whipped coffee recipe
I needed to change two things:
Brew coffee
-
tastier
than instant coffee, and yes, you can whip it too!
More coffee
- coffee froth with milk just isn't
enough caffeine
for me!
Why you will love this recipe
It's pretty
quick
to make -
10 minutes
of whipping is all you need
It's
easy
- with the
right amount of sugar
creating that delicious foam is easy-peasy
It's
even more delicious
since brew coffee has
so much better flavor
than instant coffee
It has
more caffeine
if you're like me and
enjoy your coffee drinks strong
Coffee and dessert in one
- this sweet coffee drink can serve as both
You can prep it ahead
- perfect for dinner parties
What you need to make it
Ingredient notes
Strong brewed coffee:
Should be strong both
for the flavor and the whipping properties
Sugar:
You need a lot of sugar for the coffee to whip properly, so do
follow the amounts stated
- or add even more
Hot coffee
is used for whipping, starting from hot
allows the sugar to melt
into it and makes for a better whip
Cold coffee
and cold milk
is used to serve
Extra seasoning
can be added:
vanilla sugar, vanilla extract
and
cocoa powder
are great variations. Either add it to the cold coffee and milk, or to the whipped coffee after whipping.
Ingredient substitutions
Strong brewed coffee
can be swapped for
espresso
Sugar
: You can use
white sugar
,
coconut sugar
or
brown sugar.
You can also swap it for
sweetener
, but the amount needed will vary with the type.
Cold coffee and cold milk
can be swapped one for the other and combined in whatever ratio suits your tastebuds
Place
hot brew coffee and sugar
in a mixing bowl
Stir to combine,
using a spoon, then
mix with an electric whisk.
Use a stand mixer or a hand mixer, start on low and increase the speed as you go.
You are done when you have a
custard-like foam
. The mixture does not have to form solid peaks, but should feel thick and creamy, a soft meringue-like texture.
To serve, pour
cold coffee
in a glass
Add
cold milk
Top with
whipped coffee
, and serve!
Tips & tricks
Use an electric whisk
- it will take a very long time with a manual whisk
It will take longer
to whip then when using instant coffee
Do not serve on a hot beverage
as the whipped coffee can then melt
Prep ahead
: Make the whipped coffee ahead of time and store in the refrigerator for a couple of hours. Whip quickly just before serving.
Make ahead
: Make the entire coffee drink ahead of time and store covered in the refrigerator for a couple of hours. A perfect make-ahead dessert for your dinner party!
Recipe FAQ
Is there a way to make whipped coffee without instant coffee?
Yes, you can use regular coffee or espresso.
The whipped coffee will not come out as stiff, but stiff enough. Just make sure to use equal parts coffee and sugar.
Can you make whipped coffee with regular ground coffee?
Yes
, just brew it strongly and use at least as much sugar as coffee.
Why is my whipped coffee not whipping?
If your whipped coffee is not whipping you have most likely
not added enough sugar
. Add a bit more and see if it helps!
More quick & easy desserts
If you're looking for more quick & easy desserts, check out these recipes!
Vanilla Muffins
Cinnamon Muffins
Puff Pastry Apple Pie
And if you're looking for an even simpler coffee drink - don't miss this
Vanilla Iced Coffee
.
Did you love this recipe? Rate it five stars!
...and let me know what you loved about it in the comments.
Recipe
ā¢
¼
cup
hot strong brewed coffee
ā¢
¼
cup
white sugar
ā¢
½
cup
cold strong brewed coffee
ā¢
½
cup
cold milk
Place hot coffee and sugar in a mixing bowl, mix to combine.
¼ cup hot strong brewed coffee,
¼ cup white sugar
Whip with an electrical whisk until fluffy and creamy, and sort of like a soft meringue in texture. This can take up to 10 minutes.
½ cup cold strong brewed coffee,
½ cup cold milk
Pour cold coffee and milk in a glass. Top with the whipped coffee, and serve!
ā¢
ā¢
ā¢
Measuring cups
Ingredient notes
Strong brewed coffee:Ā
Should be strong bothĀ
for the flavor and the whipping properties
Sugar:Ā
You need a lot of sugar for the coffee to whip properly, so doĀ
follow the amounts statedĀ
- or add even more
Hot coffee
Ā is used for whipping, starting from hotĀ
allows the sugar to meltĀ
into it and makes for a better whip
Cold coffee
Ā
and cold milk
Ā is used to serve
Extra seasoning
Ā can be added:Ā
vanilla sugar, vanilla extractĀ
andĀ
cocoa powder
Ā are great variations. Either add it to the cold coffee and milk, or to the whipped coffee after whipping.
Ingredient substitutions
Strong brewed coffeeĀ
can be swapped forĀ
espresso
Sugar
: You can useĀ
white sugar
,
Ā coconut sugarĀ
orĀ
brown sugar.
Ā You can also swap it forĀ
sweetener
, but the amount needed will vary with the type.
Cold coffee and cold milk
Ā can be swapped one for the other and combined in whatever ratio suits your tastebuds
Tips & tricks
Use an electric whisk
Ā - it will take a very long time with a manual whisk
It will take longerĀ
to whip then when using instant coffee
Do not serve on a hot beverage
Ā as the whipped coffee can then melt
Prep ahead
: Make the whipped coffee ahead of time and store in the refrigerator for a couple of hours. Whip quickly just before serving.
Make ahead
: Make the entire coffee drink ahead of time and store covered in the refrigerator for a couple of hours. A perfect make-ahead dessert for your dinner party!
Ā
Calories:
267
kcal
|
Carbohydrates:
56
g
|
Protein:
4
g
|
Fat:
4
g
|
Saturated Fat:
2
g
|
Polyunsaturated Fat:
1
g
|
Monounsaturated Fat:
1
g
|
Cholesterol:
15
mg
|
Sodium:
50
mg
|
Potassium:
271
mg
|
Sugar:
56
g
|
Vitamin A:
198
IU
|
Calcium:
154
mg
|
Iron:
1
mg
Nutritional information is approximate and automatically calculated, and should only be viewed as an indication.
About
Emmeline Kemperyd
Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of
alwaysusebutter.com
. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.
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# How to Make Whipped Coffee without Instant Coffee (Dalgona Coffee)
By [Emmeline Kemperyd](https://alwaysusebutter.com/about-me) updated August 12, 2024 Ā· Published April 15, 2022 Ā· [16 Comments](https://alwaysusebutter.com/whipped-coffee-without-instant-coffee/#comments)
Total time: 10 minutes minutes
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**Ever wanted to make Dalgona Coffee but didn't have instant coffee?** Or just prefer the taste of regular brew coffee? In this post I show you **how to make whipped coffee without instant coffee**. Even **more delicious**, and a great **simple dessert**\!

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- [How to make it](https://alwaysusebutter.com/whipped-coffee-without-instant-coffee/#how-to-make-it)
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I think we can all remember spring of 2020 and the popularity of certain TikTok recipes. The **[Dalgona Coffee](https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a32072159/dalgona-coffee-recipe/)** recipe was one of those, and it soon became **one of the most popular coffee recipes**.
And no wonder - it's so simple! **Also known as beaten coffee**, it's basically **instant coffee mixed with sugar to a custard like consistency**, served over cold milk.
For **my perfect whipped coffee recipe** I needed to change two things:
1. **Brew coffee** \- **tastier** than instant coffee, and yes, you can whip it too\!
2. **More coffee** - coffee froth with milk just isn't **enough caffeine** for me\!
## Why you will love this recipe
- It's pretty **quick** to make - **10 minutes** of whipping is all you need
- It's **easy** - with the **right amount of sugar** creating that delicious foam is easy-peasy
- It's **even more delicious** since brew coffee has **so much better flavor** than instant coffee
- It has **more caffeine** if you're like me and **enjoy your coffee drinks strong**
- **Coffee and dessert in one** - this sweet coffee drink can serve as both
- **You can prep it ahead** - perfect for dinner parties
## What you need to make it


### Ingredient notes
- **Strong brewed coffee:** Should be strong both **for the flavor and the whipping properties**
- **Sugar:** You need a lot of sugar for the coffee to whip properly, so do **follow the amounts stated** \- or add even more
- **Hot coffee** is used for whipping, starting from hot **allows the sugar to melt** into it and makes for a better whip
- **Cold coffee** **and cold milk** is used to serve
- **Extra seasoning** can be added: **vanilla sugar, vanilla extract** and **cocoa powder** are great variations. Either add it to the cold coffee and milk, or to the whipped coffee after whipping.
### Ingredient substitutions
- **Strong brewed coffee** can be swapped for **espresso**
- **Sugar**: You can use **white sugar**, **coconut sugar** or **brown sugar.** You can also swap it for **sweetener**, but the amount needed will vary with the type.
- **Cold coffee and cold milk** can be swapped one for the other and combined in whatever ratio suits your tastebuds
## How to make it


1. Place **hot brew coffee and sugar** in a mixing bowl
2. **Stir to combine,** using a spoon, then **mix with an electric whisk.** Use a stand mixer or a hand mixer, start on low and increase the speed as you go.
3. You are done when you have a **custard-like foam**. The mixture does not have to form solid peaks, but should feel thick and creamy, a soft meringue-like texture.


1. To serve, pour **cold coffee** in a glass
2. Add **cold milk**
3. Top with **whipped coffee**, and serve\!
## Tips & tricks
- **Use an electric whisk** - it will take a very long time with a manual whisk
- **It will take longer** to whip then when using instant coffee
- **Do not serve on a hot beverage** as the whipped coffee can then melt
- **Prep ahead**: Make the whipped coffee ahead of time and store in the refrigerator for a couple of hours. Whip quickly just before serving.
- **Make ahead**: Make the entire coffee drink ahead of time and store covered in the refrigerator for a couple of hours. A perfect make-ahead dessert for your dinner party\!
## Recipe FAQ
**Is there a way to make whipped coffee without instant coffee?**
**Yes, you can use regular coffee or espresso.** The whipped coffee will not come out as stiff, but stiff enough. Just make sure to use equal parts coffee and sugar.
**Can you make whipped coffee with regular ground coffee?**
**Yes**, just brew it strongly and use at least as much sugar as coffee.
**Why is my whipped coffee not whipping?**
If your whipped coffee is not whipping you have most likely **not added enough sugar**. Add a bit more and see if it helps\!


## More quick & easy desserts
If you're looking for more quick & easy desserts, check out these recipes\!
- **[Vanilla Muffins](https://alwaysusebutter.com/easy-vanilla-muffins/)**
- **[Cinnamon Muffins](https://alwaysusebutter.com/cinnamon-muffins/)**
- **[Puff Pastry Apple Pie](https://alwaysusebutter.com/puff-pastry-apple-pie/)**
And if you're looking for an even simpler coffee drink - don't miss this **[Vanilla Iced Coffee](https://alwaysusebutter.com/vanilla-iced-coffee/)**.
**Did you love this recipe? Rate it five stars\!**
...and let me know what you loved about it in the comments.
## Recipe


## Whipped Coffee without Instant Coffee
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Course: Dessert
Cuisine: North American
Diet: Vegetarian
Servings: 1
Calories: 267kcal
Cook time: 10 minutes mins
Total time: 10 minutes minutes
Author: [Emmeline Kemperyd](https://alwaysusebutter.com/about-me/)
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### Ingredients
- ā¢
¼ cup hot strong brewed coffee
- ā¢
¼ cup white sugar
- ā¢
½ cup cold strong brewed coffee
- ā¢
½ cup cold milk
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### Instructions
- Place hot coffee and sugar in a mixing bowl, mix to combine.
¼ cup hot strong brewed coffee, ¼ cup white sugar
- Whip with an electrical whisk until fluffy and creamy, and sort of like a soft meringue in texture. This can take up to 10 minutes.
½ cup cold strong brewed coffee, ½ cup cold milk
- Pour cold coffee and milk in a glass. Top with the whipped coffee, and serve\!
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Measuring cups
### Notes
#### Ingredient notes
- **Strong brewed coffee:** Should be strong both **for the flavor and the whipping properties**
- **Sugar:** You need a lot of sugar for the coffee to whip properly, so do **follow the amounts stated** \- or add even more
- **Hot coffee** is used for whipping, starting from hot **allows the sugar to melt** into it and makes for a better whip
- **Cold coffee** **and cold milk** is used to serve
- **Extra seasoning** can be added: **vanilla sugar, vanilla extract** and **cocoa powder** are great variations. Either add it to the cold coffee and milk, or to the whipped coffee after whipping.
#### Ingredient substitutions
- **Strong brewed coffee** can be swapped for **espresso**
- **Sugar**: You can use **white sugar**, **coconut sugar** or **brown sugar.** You can also swap it for **sweetener**, but the amount needed will vary with the type.
- **Cold coffee and cold milk** can be swapped one for the other and combined in whatever ratio suits your tastebuds
#### Tips & tricks
- **Use an electric whisk** - it will take a very long time with a manual whisk
- **It will take longer** to whip then when using instant coffee
- **Do not serve on a hot beverage** as the whipped coffee can then melt
- **Prep ahead**: Make the whipped coffee ahead of time and store in the refrigerator for a couple of hours. Whip quickly just before serving.
- **Make ahead**: Make the entire coffee drink ahead of time and store covered in the refrigerator for a couple of hours. A perfect make-ahead dessert for your dinner party\!
### Nutrition
Calories: 267kcal \| Carbohydrates: 56g \| Protein: 4g \| Fat: 4g \| Saturated Fat: 2g \| Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g \| Monounsaturated Fat: 1g \| Cholesterol: 15mg \| Sodium: 50mg \| Potassium: 271mg \| Sugar: 56g \| Vitamin A: 198IU \| Calcium: 154mg \| Iron: 1mg
Nutritional information is approximate and automatically calculated, and should only be viewed as an indication.
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## Reader Interactions
### Comments
1. Elizabeth Kelser
October 26, 2025 at 2:16 pm

did not firm up at all. started with 1/2 cup of strong hot coffee and 1/2 cup brown sugar then added more sugar as i went and nothing.
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- Emmeline Kemperyd
October 28, 2025 at 4:06 am
Hi Elizabeth! Sorry to hear that. How long did you whisk it for? /Emmeline
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2. E
January 03, 2025 at 11:20 am
It didn't whip, but I can't entirely fault the recipe. I was doing it by hand and gave up (no hand mixer and stand mixer is for large quantities not a 1/2 cup of liquid). Let it sit 20 seconds and the darker brown immediately started to come back (it did get very foamy, but that's not dalgona). I added an extra tbsp of sugar and winged it with a 1/2 tsp of veg oil because fat is also part of the whipping process. Did not help. I will say that the terminology is not amateur coffee consumer. I don't know what "strong brew" means. It would help if you clarified, but I'm sure looking up "espresso" would have helped me quicker. It's too sweet. Even for a dessert. It's way sweeter than the coffee ice cream flavor of the instant coffee version which calls for 2 Tbsp of sugar. To offset this sweetness I added the whole thing to another cup of coffee. So now I essentially have a bowl of coffee and it's still really sweet. I'll have to figure out what to do with it later. I can't drink it as is. A 1/4 cup of sugar for one coffee drink is crazy.
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- Emmeline Kemperyd
January 07, 2025 at 2:48 am
Hi, you have to use an electric whisk for this otherwise it will never come out as it should. Regarding the sweetness, you need that much sugar to make it whip up. If making it with instant coffee you might be able to get away with less, but not when following a recipe where the point is to NOT use instant coffee š
/Emmeline
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3. Amanda
November 20, 2024 at 11:35 am
Sadly I'm another negative result. I even did use the electric mixer cuz the frother didn't work. I did over 10 minutes with the frother and 10 with the electric hand mixer. I did add strong brew from my ninja coffee maker set to the rich setting. This ninja is a but more basic model from my original that got damaged. It only has 3 settings for brew strength, classic/rich/over ice. Maybe i should try the over ice one since it's more concentrated for iced coffees. I guess I will update when I do so. Sugar ratio seemed to do nothing. I'm sure there's some little tweaks that make this recipe work well for some, but I don't know what yet. Lol. Will give one more go.
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- Emmeline Kemperyd
November 21, 2024 at 2:53 am
Hi Amanda! I'm sorry to hear that. Not sure if this recipe will work with any automatic coffee settings since you need to make the coffee REALLY strong, it's better to use a regular coffee maker so you can increase the amount of coffee grounds you use. The over ice setting might work, but I would highly recommend adjusting the grounds yourself instead. Not sure if that is possible with your model as I haven't used it myself. /Emmeline
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- Anna
April 12, 2025 at 9:15 pm
Mine whipped up just fine. I doubled the recipe so there was more in the bowl to whip.
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4. Laura
August 11, 2024 at 4:53 pm

Wish I read the comments. Doesnāt work. I tried adding extra sugar and whipped for up to 17 min. I used strong brew hot coffee and cane sugar. Did not whip up at all.
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- Emmeline Kemperyd
August 12, 2024 at 2:30 am
Hi Laura! Sorry it didn't work out for you. I haven't tried this with cane sugar just with regular white sugar, so that might have been the issue. /Emmeline
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5. Kaitlyn Flynn
May 17, 2024 at 6:00 pm

This ratio did not work, i mixed for 10 mins using the ratio of hot coffee and sugar given, even used a little more sugar and nothing ever came from my whipping.
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- Emmeline Kemperyd
May 19, 2024 at 5:14 am
Hi Kaitlyn, sorry to hear that! Did you use really strong brew coffee? /Emmeline
[Reply](https://alwaysusebutter.com/whipped-coffee-without-instant-coffee/#comment-36946)
- Rach
June 09, 2024 at 4:15 pm
Classic how to keep an idiots busy for hours. I mixed for about 25 minutes thinking that it would cream at any time. I gave up when it stayed pretty much like coffee flavored simple syrup. Maybe adding whipping cream would help.
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- Emmeline Kemperyd
June 11, 2024 at 3:00 am
Hi Rach! Sorry to hear that. Did you make the coffee really strong and try adding more sugar when it didn't thicken? /Emmeline
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- Hollie
July 07, 2024 at 8:18 am

Doesn't work
[Reply](https://alwaysusebutter.com/whipped-coffee-without-instant-coffee/#comment-37909)
6. Sherry
February 02, 2023 at 5:14 pm

It's a little sweet, but very delicious\!
[Reply](https://alwaysusebutter.com/whipped-coffee-without-instant-coffee/#comment-29581)
- Emmeline Kemperyd
February 03, 2023 at 9:14 am
Hi Sherry! Very sweet, yes š It needs all that sugar to foam up and stabilize as it should. I like it instead of a dessert but would not switch my mornining coffee for it š /Emmeline
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**Ever wanted to make Dalgona Coffee but didn't have instant coffee?** Or just prefer the taste of regular brew coffee? In this post I show you **how to make whipped coffee without instant coffee**. Even **more delicious**, and a great **simple dessert**\!

Jump to:
- [Why you will love this recipe](https://alwaysusebutter.com/whipped-coffee-without-instant-coffee/#why-you-will-love-this-recipe)
- [What you need to make it](https://alwaysusebutter.com/whipped-coffee-without-instant-coffee/#what-you-need-to-make-it)
- [How to make it](https://alwaysusebutter.com/whipped-coffee-without-instant-coffee/#how-to-make-it)
- [Tips & tricks](https://alwaysusebutter.com/whipped-coffee-without-instant-coffee/#tips-tricks)
- [Recipe FAQ](https://alwaysusebutter.com/whipped-coffee-without-instant-coffee/#recipe-faq)
- [More quick & easy desserts](https://alwaysusebutter.com/whipped-coffee-without-instant-coffee/#more-quick-easy-desserts)
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I think we can all remember spring of 2020 and the popularity of certain TikTok recipes. The **[Dalgona Coffee](https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a32072159/dalgona-coffee-recipe/)** recipe was one of those, and it soon became **one of the most popular coffee recipes**.
And no wonder - it's so simple! **Also known as beaten coffee**, it's basically **instant coffee mixed with sugar to a custard like consistency**, served over cold milk.
For **my perfect whipped coffee recipe** I needed to change two things:
1. **Brew coffee** \- **tastier** than instant coffee, and yes, you can whip it too\!
2. **More coffee** - coffee froth with milk just isn't **enough caffeine** for me\!
## Why you will love this recipe
- It's pretty **quick** to make - **10 minutes** of whipping is all you need
- It's **easy** - with the **right amount of sugar** creating that delicious foam is easy-peasy
- It's **even more delicious** since brew coffee has **so much better flavor** than instant coffee
- It has **more caffeine** if you're like me and **enjoy your coffee drinks strong**
- **Coffee and dessert in one** - this sweet coffee drink can serve as both
- **You can prep it ahead** - perfect for dinner parties
## What you need to make it

### Ingredient notes
- **Strong brewed coffee:** Should be strong both **for the flavor and the whipping properties**
- **Sugar:** You need a lot of sugar for the coffee to whip properly, so do **follow the amounts stated** \- or add even more
- **Hot coffee** is used for whipping, starting from hot **allows the sugar to melt** into it and makes for a better whip
- **Cold coffee** **and cold milk** is used to serve
- **Extra seasoning** can be added: **vanilla sugar, vanilla extract** and **cocoa powder** are great variations. Either add it to the cold coffee and milk, or to the whipped coffee after whipping.
### Ingredient substitutions
- **Strong brewed coffee** can be swapped for **espresso**
- **Sugar**: You can use **white sugar**, **coconut sugar** or **brown sugar.** You can also swap it for **sweetener**, but the amount needed will vary with the type.
- **Cold coffee and cold milk** can be swapped one for the other and combined in whatever ratio suits your tastebuds

1. Place **hot brew coffee and sugar** in a mixing bowl
2. **Stir to combine,** using a spoon, then **mix with an electric whisk.** Use a stand mixer or a hand mixer, start on low and increase the speed as you go.
3. You are done when you have a **custard-like foam**. The mixture does not have to form solid peaks, but should feel thick and creamy, a soft meringue-like texture.

1. To serve, pour **cold coffee** in a glass
2. Add **cold milk**
3. Top with **whipped coffee**, and serve\!
## Tips & tricks
- **Use an electric whisk** - it will take a very long time with a manual whisk
- **It will take longer** to whip then when using instant coffee
- **Do not serve on a hot beverage** as the whipped coffee can then melt
- **Prep ahead**: Make the whipped coffee ahead of time and store in the refrigerator for a couple of hours. Whip quickly just before serving.
- **Make ahead**: Make the entire coffee drink ahead of time and store covered in the refrigerator for a couple of hours. A perfect make-ahead dessert for your dinner party\!
## Recipe FAQ
**Is there a way to make whipped coffee without instant coffee?**
**Yes, you can use regular coffee or espresso.** The whipped coffee will not come out as stiff, but stiff enough. Just make sure to use equal parts coffee and sugar.
**Can you make whipped coffee with regular ground coffee?**
**Yes**, just brew it strongly and use at least as much sugar as coffee.
**Why is my whipped coffee not whipping?**
If your whipped coffee is not whipping you have most likely **not added enough sugar**. Add a bit more and see if it helps\!

## More quick & easy desserts
If you're looking for more quick & easy desserts, check out these recipes\!
- **[Vanilla Muffins](https://alwaysusebutter.com/easy-vanilla-muffins/)**
- **[Cinnamon Muffins](https://alwaysusebutter.com/cinnamon-muffins/)**
- **[Puff Pastry Apple Pie](https://alwaysusebutter.com/puff-pastry-apple-pie/)**
And if you're looking for an even simpler coffee drink - don't miss this **[Vanilla Iced Coffee](https://alwaysusebutter.com/vanilla-iced-coffee/)**.
**Did you love this recipe? Rate it five stars\!**
...and let me know what you loved about it in the comments.
## Recipe

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¼ cup hot strong brewed coffee
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¼ cup white sugar
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½ cup cold strong brewed coffee
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½ cup cold milk
- Place hot coffee and sugar in a mixing bowl, mix to combine.
¼ cup hot strong brewed coffee, ¼ cup white sugar
- Whip with an electrical whisk until fluffy and creamy, and sort of like a soft meringue in texture. This can take up to 10 minutes.
½ cup cold strong brewed coffee, ½ cup cold milk
- Pour cold coffee and milk in a glass. Top with the whipped coffee, and serve\!
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Measuring cups
#### Ingredient notes
- **Strong brewed coffee:** Should be strong both **for the flavor and the whipping properties**
- **Sugar:** You need a lot of sugar for the coffee to whip properly, so do **follow the amounts stated** \- or add even more
- **Hot coffee** is used for whipping, starting from hot **allows the sugar to melt** into it and makes for a better whip
- **Cold coffee** **and cold milk** is used to serve
- **Extra seasoning** can be added: **vanilla sugar, vanilla extract** and **cocoa powder** are great variations. Either add it to the cold coffee and milk, or to the whipped coffee after whipping.
#### Ingredient substitutions
- **Strong brewed coffee** can be swapped for **espresso**
- **Sugar**: You can use **white sugar**, **coconut sugar** or **brown sugar.** You can also swap it for **sweetener**, but the amount needed will vary with the type.
- **Cold coffee and cold milk** can be swapped one for the other and combined in whatever ratio suits your tastebuds
#### Tips & tricks
- **Use an electric whisk** - it will take a very long time with a manual whisk
- **It will take longer** to whip then when using instant coffee
- **Do not serve on a hot beverage** as the whipped coffee can then melt
- **Prep ahead**: Make the whipped coffee ahead of time and store in the refrigerator for a couple of hours. Whip quickly just before serving.
- **Make ahead**: Make the entire coffee drink ahead of time and store covered in the refrigerator for a couple of hours. A perfect make-ahead dessert for your dinner party\!
Calories: 267kcal \| Carbohydrates: 56g \| Protein: 4g \| Fat: 4g \| Saturated Fat: 2g \| Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g \| Monounsaturated Fat: 1g \| Cholesterol: 15mg \| Sodium: 50mg \| Potassium: 271mg \| Sugar: 56g \| Vitamin A: 198IU \| Calcium: 154mg \| Iron: 1mg
Nutritional information is approximate and automatically calculated, and should only be viewed as an indication.
#### About Emmeline Kemperyd
Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of [alwaysusebutter.com](http://alwaysusebutter.com/). She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.
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