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Have you been bit by the TikTok bug? Yeah, me too.
If you have, youāve probably also come across this trending beverage that has gone viral: dalgona coffee (official name) also known as whipped coffee (TikTok name).
Itās visually aesthetic, super tasty and (kinda) fun to make. Plus, it can also be a pretty great arm workout to start your mornings off.
Since coming across this fancy coffee (literally a week ago), Iāve probably gone through 2 containers of instant coffee and Iām still amazed by how dang good it is. You could say Iām a little obsessed with it.
Along the way after many (many x 10) cups of whipped coffee, Iāve picked up some tips, tricks and variations to making this fancy coffee shop worthy drink. After posting it on my Instagram, I also got many questions about it so I thought Iād make a post answering them all.
What is Whipped Coffee?
Whipped coffee is a magical whipped coffee beverage made from whipping instant coffee, sugar and liquid together and stirred into either iced or hot milk. Iāve also seen this drink referred as fluffy coffee, frappe coffee, frothy coffee, whipped coffee and cloud coffee. Beaten Coffee
Where did it come from?
After doing a bit of research, it seems that this concept of whipping instant coffee and sugar comes from many places with different names:
Dalgona in Korea
: Itās called Dalgona because the foamy coffee resembles a Korean honeycomb toffee called dalgona candy.
FrappƩ Coffee in Greece
: Greek iced coffee.
Indian Cappuccino / Beaten Coffee in India
What does it taste like?
It tastes like a coffee mousse in beverage form⦠but also like a coffee milkshake. The coffee foam its self is quite bitter and sweet, but when mixed in with some milk, itās honestly just an incredible experience.
How to Make it at Home
Whipped coffee is made by mixing instant coffee with sugar and a bit of liquid. Most people use hot water, but I like to use warmed up non-dairy milk because I find it holds the foam a lot better, especially overnight.
Best Equipment for the Job
Making whipped coffee is super easy but can take some time depending on what equipment you have. After doing some experimenting, hereās what I found:
#1: Electric Hand Mixer
: This is by far the best method in my opinion. It took about 2 minutes of letting the machine go and it created the most foam. I used a silicon whisk instead of metal as well.
#2:
Stand Mixer
:
Love this method because itās hands free BUT you do have to make a bigger serving to get it going because of how big the actual bowl is.
#3:
Hand Held Frother
: You have to use a strong hand held frother for this. First I used a cheap one and the āwhippingā was not efficient enough and once it was foamy, it wasnāt able to whip anymore for stiff peaks.
#5:
Mason Jar
: Add all the ingredients into a jar and shake until foamy. You get softer peaks but I did find it much easier than whisking by hand.
#6:
Matcha Whisk
: I found it to be the best equipment when doing it by hand.
#4:
Small Whisk
> Fork:
If you donāt have any of these appliances, you can make it with muscle work but it does take quite a bit of time. I do recommend using a small whisk over a fork.
#5: Milk Frother
Things that COULD work but I havenāt yet tried
: small blender, milk frother machine
Variations
I tested a couple different variations that I thought could work and I was surprised to find that there are a lot of ways to change up the flavour!
Mocha
: Make the base recipe and then whip it up. Once you get it frothy, add in 1/2-1 tbsp of cocoa powder depending on how much of a chocolate flavour you like and whip for another minute
Matcha
: You can replace the matcha with the instant coffee but note that it does not become as fluffy.
UPDATED (April 1st
):
After a lot of people requesting a way for the matcha and chocolate version to fluff up more, I experimented with aquafaba since I have seen a lot of people use egg whites. A detailed blogpost will be coming soon but it came out very well! Weāre basically making a meringue here without the almond flour. Whip up aquafaba (about 1/3 of a cup) until stiff peaks form. Then sift in 3 tbsp powdered sugar OR 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 1 tbsp matcha powder and 1/4 tsp of cream of tar tar and continue whipping until everything is incorporated.
Maple Flavoured
(
My Favourite
): Substitute the sugar with the same amount of maple syrup and you get a maple flavoured whipped coffee! I find it easier and quicker to whip up and the texture is more light and fluffy.
Chocolate (Caffeine Free!)
: The ratio for the chocolate version is 1 part cocoa powder : 1 part sugar : 1.5 parts canned coconut milk. Using
canned
coconut milk here will help fluff up much better than cartoned milk. For example, 2 tbsp cocoa powder + 2 tbsp sugar + 4 tbsp hot milk or water.
UPDATED (April 3rd
): Many of you have been having trouble whipping up the chocolate version so after trying the matcha using aquafaba, this may be a better option that does fluff up much better. Whip 1/3 cup of aquafaba until stiff peaks. Then sift in 3 tbsp powdered sugar or 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 1-1.5 tbsp cocoa powder and 1/4 tsp cream of tartar and whip until incorporated and fluffy.
Extracts
: add 1 tsp of vanilla extract to every 2 tbsp of instant coffee. Add 1/2 tsp of hazelnut, almond, caramel or maple extract for every 2 tbsp of instant coffee.
Salted
: Add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavour (salted caramel?! yes please!!).
Less Sugar:
You can reduce the amount of sugar by half but note that the foam is not as thick.
Less Caffeine:
You can reduce the amount of instant coffee by 1/3 and replace it with more sugar or cocoa powder. For example, 2 tbsp instant coffee + 4 tsp sugar + 2 tbsp hot liquid
Best Tips & Tricks
Use HOT Liquid
: Either straight out of the kettle, hot water dispenser or heated over the stove. Anything hot enough to dissolve the sugar. Once the sugar has melted, you can then go ahead and start whisking away.
Increase the Hot Water
: Most recipes call for 1:1:1 ratio of all the ingredients but I found that adding a bit more hot liquid helps it froth up even more and itās also more light and airy. I typically now do a 1 part instant coffee : 1 part sugar : 1.5 part liquid ratio.
Whisk in a Jar
for Electric Mixer
: This prevents ingredients from flying around as your whisking and you can store left overs just by putting a lid on. When doing this, you want to move the electric mixer or hand held frother up and down so air goes into the jar. If using other methods a bowl would be more ideal.
Increasing the Amount of Ingredients
: Depending on the size of your bowl (or jar), increase the amount of ingredients to get things going. I found it a lot more difficult whipping a small amount in a large bowl.
Use it For Dessert:
Because it keeps its foam so well, I found it to be a super tasty on top of my
chickpea cookie skillet
, banana icecream,
flourless chocolate cake
,
brownies
and
banana snacking cake
! Itās kinda like coffee flavoured whipped cream.
Make it Ahead
: I was surprised as just how long it kept its frothy-ness! You can make it in advance by 1-2 days and store it in the fridge. If you notice it does start to get watery, just re-whip with the remaining amount.
Freeze it
: You can also make a larger batch and freeze it! I like to scoop them into ice cube trays and add 2-3 cubes into some milk. Also kinda great to snack onā¦
FAQ
Here are some of the common questions I received when posting about it on my instagram:
What kind of instant coffee should I use?
Any instant coffee SHOULD work but I know for sure it works with: Nescafeās Rich, Hazelnut, French Vanilla, Nescafe Gold Blend and Four Sigmatic Instant Coffee.
Can I use decaf instant coffee?
Yes, it works with Nescafeās decaf coffee.
What Kind of Sugar Should I Use
? I tried this with granulated cane sugar, brown sugar, maple sugar and coconut sugar and they all work! The granulated cane sugar did have the strongest and highest foam peaks.
Is it dairy free/can I make it dairy free?
Yesā whipped coffee itās self is vegan (as long as you use sugar that is vegan). For the milk, use any non-dairy milk like cashew, almond, hemp or soy milk.
Can I use monk fruit sweetener, xylitol, stevia or truvia?
I have tried using monk fruit sweetener, stevia and truvia with success. I have not tried xylitol myself but have had people report back saying it does work.
Can I use maple syrup?
YES! It works very well and has a delicious maple flavour to it.
Do I have to use instant coffee?
Ā No! So I did a little experiment with espresso and it works. All you need is 2 tbsp of STRONG espresso. Note that it the foam is not peak as much.
Do I have to use a electric hand mixer or stand mixer?
Nope! See the notes above for equipment you can use.
Can I make this hot instead of iced?
YES. I actually have been loving it hot in the mornings and iced in the afternoons.
How long does dalgona foam last for?
It lasts for hours. Seriously, I was amazed at how long it kept its form.
Can I make whipped coffee ahead of time?
Yes! The dalgona coffee foam can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
I canāt get my mixture to foam as much as yours, what did I do wrong?
It could have been the type of instant coffee, adding too much water or the type of sugar you used. Make sure to use the ones I mentioned above for best results. As well, use a bowl that isnāt too large because it difficult to whip air into it in the whisk/appliance canāt catch all the ingredients. Is your bowl is too large, simply double or triple the recipe (and you can store the leftovers for next time). If everything is right, just keep whipping!! It could take up to 5 minutes depending on what equipment youāre using. If you have any more questions feel free to leave them down below!
Favourite Coffee Pairings
Anything with bananas:
banana bread
,
banana protein muffins
,
banana oatmeal muffins
,
baked banana oatmeal
and
banana breakfast cookies
!
Coffee and muffins are the ultimate breakfast duo! Try it with
blueberry muffins
,
chocolate chip tahini muffins
,
carrot cake muffins
or even
lemon poppy seed muffins
.
This would also be super delish with some
coffee cake
,
maple walnuts scones
,
warm chia pudding
or
zucchini baked oatmeal
.
Not a sweet breakfast person? Go savoury with some
corn bread waffles
,
savory friends tomato toast
,
bagels
with vegan cream cheese ,
scrambled tofu
or
vegan egg muffins
.
I cannot wait for you to try whipped coffee! Itās seriously so satisfying and perfect for all the coffee lovers that are missing their favourite coffee shops during this quarantine time. I wish you many happy mornings to come with with magical cup of whipped coffee ā”.
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Learn how to make super fluffy whipped coffee easily at home with the best tips, tricks and just 3 pantry staple ingredients! (Vegan)
1
part // 2 tbsp
instant coffee
1
part // 2 tbsp
granulated sugar
(see notes above for the types of sugars that work)
1
ā
1.5
part // 2 ā 3 tbsp hot water or milk (see tip #
2
in the notes above for different ratios of water you can use that changes the texture)
milk of choice (about 1 cup per serving // I find cashew milk the best)
Additional Flavours
1/2 tbsp
:
vanilla extract
1 tsp
:
hazelnut extract
,
almond extract
,
maple extract
2 tbsp
cocoa powder
+ extra 2 tbsp of hot water
1 tsp
cinnamon
pinch of salt
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In a tall glass (I like to use a jar) add in the instant coffee, granulated sugar, any flavourings if using and hot water/milk. Stir until sugar is dissolved.Ā
Whisk the mixture until frothy (see notes in blog post for best equipment). Depending on the appliance/equipment you use, this can take anywhere from 2 minutes to 5 minutes (see notes).Ā
For an iced coffee, add ice to a cup, pour milk into the cup and top it off with about 1/3 of theĀ whipped coffee. For a hot version, heat the milk and then add whipped coffee on top. Stir the frothy coffee throughly into the milk to desired consistently.Ā
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days. If you find the bottom of the jar losing its fluffiness, re-whip until frothy again.Ā
Notes
For Drip Coffee:
Use 2 tbsp of strong espresso + 2 tbsp of sugar and whisk until foamy.Ā
Helpful Equipment
:
electric hand mixer
(my personal favourite),
strong milk frother
,
stand mixer,
matcha whisk
,
whisk
, mason jar
Nutritional Information Disclaimer
: Nutrition information is a rough estimate calculated on an online tool (Cronometer) for just the whipped coffee.Ā
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Category:
Beverages
Method:
Mixing
Cuisine:
gluten free, Vegan
Nutrition
Serving Size:
1 serving
Calories:
67
Sugar:
16
Sodium:
8.6mg
Fat:
0
Saturated Fat:
0
Unsaturated Fat:
0
Trans Fat:
0
Carbohydrates:
16
Fiber:
0
Protein:
0
Cholesterol:
0
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*Learn how to make super fluffy dalgona whipped coffee easily at home with the best tips, tricks and just 3 pantry staple ingredients! (Vegan)*


Have you been bit by the TikTok bug? Yeah, me too.
If you have, youāve probably also come across this trending beverage that has gone viral: dalgona coffee (official name) also known as whipped coffee (TikTok name).
Itās visually aesthetic, super tasty and (kinda) fun to make. Plus, it can also be a pretty great arm workout to start your mornings off.
Since coming across this fancy coffee (literally a week ago), Iāve probably gone through 2 containers of instant coffee and Iām still amazed by how dang good it is. You could say Iām a little obsessed with it.
Along the way after many (many x 10) cups of whipped coffee, Iāve picked up some tips, tricks and variations to making this fancy coffee shop worthy drink. After posting it on my Instagram, I also got many questions about it so I thought Iād make a post answering them all.


## What is Whipped Coffee?
Whipped coffee is a magical whipped coffee beverage made from whipping instant coffee, sugar and liquid together and stirred into either iced or hot milk. Iāve also seen this drink referred as fluffy coffee, frappe coffee, frothy coffee, whipped coffee and cloud coffee. Beaten Coffee
**Where did it come from?**
After doing a bit of research, it seems that this concept of whipping instant coffee and sugar comes from many places with different names:
- [Dalgona in Korea](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Honeycomb_toffee): Itās called Dalgona because the foamy coffee resembles a Korean honeycomb toffee called dalgona candy.
- [FrappƩ Coffee in Greece](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frapp%C3%A9_coffee): Greek iced coffee.
- Indian Cappuccino / Beaten Coffee in India
**What does it taste like?**
It tastes like a coffee mousse in beverage form⦠but also like a coffee milkshake. The coffee foam its self is quite bitter and sweet, but when mixed in with some milk, itās honestly just an incredible experience.


### How to Make it at Home
Whipped coffee is made by mixing instant coffee with sugar and a bit of liquid. Most people use hot water, but I like to use warmed up non-dairy milk because I find it holds the foam a lot better, especially overnight.
**Best Equipment for the Job**
Making whipped coffee is super easy but can take some time depending on what equipment you have. After doing some experimenting, hereās what I found:
- **[\#1: Electric Hand Mixer](https://amzn.to/33QnBtH)**: This is by far the best method in my opinion. It took about 2 minutes of letting the machine go and it created the most foam. I used a silicon whisk instead of metal as well.
- **\#2: [Stand Mixer](https://amzn.to/33QMGoa):** Love this method because itās hands free BUT you do have to make a bigger serving to get it going because of how big the actual bowl is.
- **\#3: [Hand Held Frother](https://amzn.to/39s4yqw)**: You have to use a strong hand held frother for this. First I used a cheap one and the āwhippingā was not efficient enough and once it was foamy, it wasnāt able to whip anymore for stiff peaks.
- **\#5: [Mason Jar](https://amzn.to/3ar0HeB)**: Add all the ingredients into a jar and shake until foamy. You get softer peaks but I did find it much easier than whisking by hand.
- **\#6: [Matcha Whisk](https://amzn.to/33ZB6Hy)**: I found it to be the best equipment when doing it by hand.
- **\#4: [Small Whisk](https://amzn.to/2JkMoMV) \> Fork:** If you donāt have any of these appliances, you can make it with muscle work but it does take quite a bit of time. I do recommend using a small whisk over a fork.
- \#5: Milk Frother
- **Things that COULD work but I havenāt yet tried**: small blender, milk frother machine


### Variations
I tested a couple different variations that I thought could work and I was surprised to find that there are a lot of ways to change up the flavour\!
- **Mocha**: Make the base recipe and then whip it up. Once you get it frothy, add in 1/2-1 tbsp of cocoa powder depending on how much of a chocolate flavour you like and whip for another minute
- **Matcha**: You can replace the matcha with the instant coffee but note that it does not become as fluffy. ***UPDATED (April 1st*):** After a lot of people requesting a way for the matcha and chocolate version to fluff up more, I experimented with aquafaba since I have seen a lot of people use egg whites. A detailed blogpost will be coming soon but it came out very well! Weāre basically making a meringue here without the almond flour. Whip up aquafaba (about 1/3 of a cup) until stiff peaks form. Then sift in 3 tbsp powdered sugar OR 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 1 tbsp matcha powder and 1/4 tsp of cream of tar tar and continue whipping until everything is incorporated.
- **Maple Flavoured** (*My Favourite*): Substitute the sugar with the same amount of maple syrup and you get a maple flavoured whipped coffee! I find it easier and quicker to whip up and the texture is more light and fluffy.
- **Chocolate (Caffeine Free!)**: The ratio for the chocolate version is 1 part cocoa powder : 1 part sugar : 1.5 parts canned coconut milk. Using *canned* coconut milk here will help fluff up much better than cartoned milk. For example, 2 tbsp cocoa powder + 2 tbsp sugar + 4 tbsp hot milk or water. ***UPDATED (April 3rd***): Many of you have been having trouble whipping up the chocolate version so after trying the matcha using aquafaba, this may be a better option that does fluff up much better. Whip 1/3 cup of aquafaba until stiff peaks. Then sift in 3 tbsp powdered sugar or 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 1-1.5 tbsp cocoa powder and 1/4 tsp cream of tartar and whip until incorporated and fluffy.
- **Extracts**: add 1 tsp of vanilla extract to every 2 tbsp of instant coffee. Add 1/2 tsp of hazelnut, almond, caramel or maple extract for every 2 tbsp of instant coffee.
- **Salted**: Add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavour (salted caramel?! yes please!!).
- **Less Sugar:** You can reduce the amount of sugar by half but note that the foam is not as thick.
- **Less Caffeine:** You can reduce the amount of instant coffee by 1/3 and replace it with more sugar or cocoa powder. For example, 2 tbsp instant coffee + 4 tsp sugar + 2 tbsp hot liquid


### Best Tips & Tricks
1. **Use HOT Liquid**: Either straight out of the kettle, hot water dispenser or heated over the stove. Anything hot enough to dissolve the sugar. Once the sugar has melted, you can then go ahead and start whisking away.
2. **Increase the Hot Water**: Most recipes call for 1:1:1 ratio of all the ingredients but I found that adding a bit more hot liquid helps it froth up even more and itās also more light and airy. I typically now do a 1 part instant coffee : 1 part sugar : 1.5 part liquid ratio.
3. **Whisk in a Jar** **for Electric Mixer**: This prevents ingredients from flying around as your whisking and you can store left overs just by putting a lid on. When doing this, you want to move the electric mixer or hand held frother up and down so air goes into the jar. If using other methods a bowl would be more ideal.
4. **Increasing the Amount of Ingredients**: Depending on the size of your bowl (or jar), increase the amount of ingredients to get things going. I found it a lot more difficult whipping a small amount in a large bowl.
5. **Use it For Dessert:** Because it keeps its foam so well, I found it to be a super tasty on top of my [chickpea cookie skillet](https://okonomikitchen.com/peanut-butter-skillet-cookie/), banana icecream, [flourless chocolate cake](https://okonomikitchen.com/flourless-chocolate-rum-cake/), [brownies](https://okonomikitchen.com/vegan-caramel-black-bean-brownies/) and [banana snacking cake](https://okonomikitchen.com/vegan-banana-snack-cake/)! Itās kinda like coffee flavoured whipped cream.
6. **Make it Ahead**: I was surprised as just how long it kept its frothy-ness! You can make it in advance by 1-2 days and store it in the fridge. If you notice it does start to get watery, just re-whip with the remaining amount.
7. **Freeze it**: You can also make a larger batch and freeze it! I like to scoop them into ice cube trays and add 2-3 cubes into some milk. Also kinda great to snack onā¦


### FAQ
Here are some of the common questions I received when posting about it on my instagram:
- **What kind of instant coffee should I use?** Any instant coffee SHOULD work but I know for sure it works with: Nescafeās Rich, Hazelnut, French Vanilla, Nescafe Gold Blend and Four Sigmatic Instant Coffee.
- **Can I use decaf instant coffee?** Yes, it works with Nescafeās decaf coffee.
- **What Kind of Sugar Should I Use**? I tried this with granulated cane sugar, brown sugar, maple sugar and coconut sugar and they all work! The granulated cane sugar did have the strongest and highest foam peaks.
- **Is it dairy free/can I make it dairy free?** Yesā whipped coffee itās self is vegan (as long as you use sugar that is vegan). For the milk, use any non-dairy milk like cashew, almond, hemp or soy milk.
- **Can I use monk fruit sweetener, xylitol, stevia or truvia?** I have tried using monk fruit sweetener, stevia and truvia with success. I have not tried xylitol myself but have had people report back saying it does work.
- **Can I use maple syrup?** YES! It works very well and has a delicious maple flavour to it.
- **Do I have to use instant coffee?** No! So I did a little experiment with espresso and it works. All you need is 2 tbsp of STRONG espresso. Note that it the foam is not peak as much.
- **Do I have to use a electric hand mixer or stand mixer?** Nope! See the notes above for equipment you can use.
- **Can I make this hot instead of iced?** YES. I actually have been loving it hot in the mornings and iced in the afternoons.
- **How long does dalgona foam last for?** It lasts for hours. Seriously, I was amazed at how long it kept its form.
- **Can I make whipped coffee ahead of time?** Yes! The dalgona coffee foam can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- **I canāt get my mixture to foam as much as yours, what did I do wrong?** It could have been the type of instant coffee, adding too much water or the type of sugar you used. Make sure to use the ones I mentioned above for best results. As well, use a bowl that isnāt too large because it difficult to whip air into it in the whisk/appliance canāt catch all the ingredients. Is your bowl is too large, simply double or triple the recipe (and you can store the leftovers for next time). If everything is right, just keep whipping!! It could take up to 5 minutes depending on what equipment youāre using. If you have any more questions feel free to leave them down below\!


### Favourite Coffee Pairings
- Anything with bananas: [banana bread](https://okonomikitchen.com/easy-vegan-gluten-free-banana-bread/), [banana protein muffins](https://okonomikitchen.com/vegan-banana-protein-muffins/), [banana oatmeal muffins](https://okonomikitchen.com/vegan-blender-banana-muffins/), [baked banana oatmeal](https://okonomikitchen.com/healthy-banana-oatmeal-bars/) and [banana breakfast cookies](https://okonomikitchen.com/breakfast-banana-oatmeal-cookies/)\!
- Coffee and muffins are the ultimate breakfast duo! Try it with [blueberry muffins](https://okonomikitchen.com/vegan-gluten-free-healthy-blueberry-oatmeal-muffins/), [chocolate chip tahini muffins](https://okonomikitchen.com/onebowl-chocolatechip-tahini-muffins/), [carrot cake muffins](https://okonomikitchen.com/vegan-carrot-cake-muffins/) or even [lemon poppy seed muffins](https://okonomikitchen.com/vegan-lemon-poppy-seed-muffins/).
- This would also be super delish with some [coffee cake](https://okonomikitchen.com/vegan-coffee-cake-gluten-free-oil-free/), [maple walnuts scones](https://okonomikitchen.com/vegan-maple-walnut-scones/), [warm chia pudding](https://okonomikitchen.com/warm-chia-pudding/) or [zucchini baked oatmeal](https://okonomikitchen.com/zucchini-bread-baked-oatmeal/).
- Not a sweet breakfast person? Go savoury with some [corn bread waffles](https://okonomikitchen.com/vegan-cornbread-waffles-gluten-free/), [savory friends tomato toast](https://okonomikitchen.com/savoury-fried-tomato-toast/), [bagels](https://okonomikitchen.com/kabocha-bagels-with-vegan-maple-cinnamon-cream-cheese/) with vegan cream cheese , [scrambled tofu](https://okonomikitchen.com/tofu-scramble/) or [vegan egg muffins](https://okonomikitchen.com/vegan-egg-muffins/).
I cannot wait for you to try whipped coffee! Itās seriously so satisfying and perfect for all the coffee lovers that are missing their favourite coffee shops during this quarantine time. I wish you many happy mornings to come with with magical cup of whipped coffee ā”.


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## Whipped Coffee (Dalgona Coffee)
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- Author: [Lisa Kitahara](https://okonomikitchen.com/about/)
- Total Time:
10 minutes
- Yield:
2 servings
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### Description
*Learn how to make super fluffy whipped coffee easily at home with the best tips, tricks and just 3 pantry staple ingredients! (Vegan)*
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### Ingredients
- 1 part // 2 tbsp [instant coffee](https://amzn.to/2UHyFoK)
- 1 part // 2 tbsp [granulated sugar](https://amzn.to/39ltkIR) (see notes above for the types of sugars that work)
- 1 ā 1\.5 part // 2 ā 3 tbsp hot water or milk (see tip \#2 in the notes above for different ratios of water you can use that changes the texture)
- milk of choice (about 1 cup per serving // I find cashew milk the best)
**Additional Flavours**
- 1/2 tbsp: [vanilla extract](https://amzn.to/2P76wWH)
- 1 tsp: [hazelnut extract](https://amzn.to/2wJ5wS4), [almond extract](https://amzn.to/2PkDZvC), [maple extract](https://amzn.to/2UrixbO)
- 2 tbsp [cocoa powder](https://amzn.to/36jyjbV) + extra 2 tbsp of hot water
- 1 tsp [cinnamon](https://amzn.to/2A8douh)
- pinch of salt
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### Instructions
1. In a tall glass (I like to use a jar) add in the instant coffee, granulated sugar, any flavourings if using and hot water/milk. Stir until sugar is dissolved.
2. Whisk the mixture until frothy (see notes in blog post for best equipment). Depending on the appliance/equipment you use, this can take anywhere from 2 minutes to 5 minutes (see notes).
3. For an iced coffee, add ice to a cup, pour milk into the cup and top it off with about 1/3 of the whipped coffee. For a hot version, heat the milk and then add whipped coffee on top. Stir the frothy coffee throughly into the milk to desired consistently.
4. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days. If you find the bottom of the jar losing its fluffiness, re-whip until frothy again.
### Notes
- **For Drip Coffee:** Use 2 tbsp of strong espresso + 2 tbsp of sugar and whisk until foamy.
- **Helpful Equipment**: [electric hand mixer](https://amzn.to/33QxuY6) (my personal favourite), [strong milk frother](https://amzn.to/2JlxDcD), [stand mixer,](https://amzn.to/33QMGoa) [matcha whisk](https://amzn.to/33QMGoa), [whisk](https://amzn.to/33RBZBP), mason jar
- **Nutritional Information Disclaimer**: Nutrition information is a rough estimate calculated on an online tool (Cronometer) for just the whipped coffee.
- Prep Time:
10 minutes
- Category:
Beverages
- Method:
Mixing
- Cuisine:
gluten free, Vegan
### Nutrition
- **Serving Size:** 1 serving
- **Calories:** 67
- **Sugar:** 16
- **Sodium:** 8\.6mg
- **Fat:** 0
- **Saturated Fat:** 0
- **Unsaturated Fat:** 0
- **Trans Fat:** 0
- **Carbohydrates:** 16
- **Fiber:** 0
- **Protein:** 0
- **Cholesterol:** 0
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## 67 Comments
1. **Liane** says:
[August 17, 2020 at 11:50 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-2197)
I have made this several times using a little Less sugar and I whip it with an immersion blender. I either use Medaglia DāOro instant espresso powder for a caffeinated version, or Folgers decaf coffee crystals for a decaffeinated version. Always turns out fluffy and not too sickenly sweet. My question is, so far Iāve always stirred the fluff into iced milk, but has anyone tried stirring it into iced water instead with a splash of coffee cream? Sometimes I feel like I want a less milk-shake rich version ā¦.
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2. **Mike** says:
[July 21, 2020 at 6:43 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1988)
I took cold brew and put it in a cool whip nitro charger and shook it up and foam came out- very tasty. The foam doesn“t last too long but it is good
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3. **Pamela** says:
[July 17, 2020 at 3:15 am](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1952)
I will be trying this tomorrowā¦..just wondering if anyone has ever tried Kahlua for an extra kickā¦.I mean who doesnāt need an extra kick during these trying times? Ahah
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4. **EVA** says:
[June 23, 2020 at 6:55 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1713)
Hello, this looks great but I donāt quite understand the directions:
In a tall glass (I like to use a jar) add in the instant coffee, granulated sugar, any flavourings if using and hot water/milk. Stir until sugar is dissolved.
Do you add water OR milk and if so why is it 2 tbsp for water and 1 cup for milk? Iām note sure how to do that :/
Thanks\!
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1. **Eva** says:
[June 23, 2020 at 6:56 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1714)
Iām sorry I just noticed the other water/milk direction. My bad\!
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5. **Mahanaz Atiqullah** says:
[June 17, 2020 at 7:32 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1682)
This is an amazing article! Whatāre simple ways to support this blog for its amazing work??
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6. **Jenny** says:
[June 16, 2020 at 10:26 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1677)
I was so looking forward to trying this, and I did, but oh my it is bitter! I used I tbsp instant coffee (Maxwell House) and 2 tbsp sugar and the water. It whipped up great, looked great, but the taste? So strong and bitter I canāt stomach it. Did I do something wrong? Use the wrong coffee maybe? Maybe the balance I used in my drinkā¦too much foam? So sad because I wanted to love it.
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7. **Dj Conte** says:
[June 5, 2020 at 9:50 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1611)
So i started making this a few months ago without ever having it. I used nescafe and it came out super dark and sticky and almost caramel. I was hooked!! However i changed brands and now it still good but more light and airy like whipped cream any idea why? And which is authentic? I am addictted!! I use cocnut almond milk and only 1 tbs sugar to save calories!! Love it!\!
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8. **Tyesha Kinnebrew** says:
[May 30, 2020 at 12:58 am](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1579)
I just want to say I am beginner to blogs and truly enjoyed your web blog. Probably Iām planning to bookmark your site . You surely have tremendous posts. Thanks a bunch for sharing your web page.
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9. **Lila** says:
[May 17, 2020 at 6:04 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1501)
Turned out pretty good. I used maple syrup in mine.
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10. **Giovanna** says:
[May 11, 2020 at 5:26 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1466)
Iāve been making it every day with a hand whisk but just got a handheld milk frother to make things easier. I whipped for twice the time as normal and the dang thing just wouldnāt froth up š same recipe as you used and it works just fine with a hand whisk, i guess Iāll have to return my frother
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1. **Lisa Kitahara** says:
[May 11, 2020 at 6:05 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1467)
It could be the frother is really weak! one of my frothers doesnāt work while the other does (much stronger).
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11. **Amanda H** says:
[May 4, 2020 at 2:52 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1402)
I love this stuff but itās so sugary! Iām not a fan of artificial sweeteners, and I learned the hard way you canāt omit the sugar. Looking for a healthier version. Think some protein powder would help it stay foamy? Or some other thickened that isnāt so high in sugar.
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1. **Lisa Kitahara** says:
[May 7, 2020 at 11:55 am](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1438)
Hi Amanda! You could sub it with coconut sugar to keep it refined sugar free or cut the sugar in half. It doesnāt stay foamy as long but if you drink it straight away thats no problem. Alternatively, you can do the coconut whip cream method or [aquafaba](https://okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-chocolate-whipped-chocolate-recipe/) method\!
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12. **Holly** says:
[May 2, 2020 at 11:27 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1384)
This is soooo good! Thanks for the recipe. I love the glasses shown in the first photo of this blog. Where did you find them??
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1. **Lisa Kitahara** says:
[May 7, 2020 at 11:53 am](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1437)
Thank you so much! I got it from omomo (japanese brand store).
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13. **Rachael** says:
[April 30, 2020 at 5:53 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1364)
I am in love with Dalgona coffee lately! I heard of another great variation of Dalgona ā peanut butter! You use 2 tbs instant coffee, 1.5 tbs sugar, 2 tbs hot water, and 1 tbs peanut butter.
I found that if you mix the peanut butter in right away, it doesnāt foam up at all. But if you whip the first three ingredients until you get stiff peaks, then quickly whip in the peanut butter, it will lose some thickness, but still be nice and creamy. Super yummy! š
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1. **Lisa Kitahara** says:
[April 30, 2020 at 11:00 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1372)
Oh that sounds so good! I actually tried it with PB2 + aquafaba is was pretty darn delicious heh iāll have to try this version\!
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14. **Judy** says:
[April 30, 2020 at 3:38 am](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1362)
I love this stuff. Only made it twice so far, but here is my question. My whip turned back into liquid after few hrs in frig. Iāll re-whip it tmrw. Should I heat it first or re-whip cold? Should I add more sugar?
Thanks. Loved your post.
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1. **Lisa Kitahara** says:
[April 30, 2020 at 11:00 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1371)
Hi Judy! Strange, Iāve had mine last overnight! I actually recommend freezing it and itāll hold itās frothy-ness. I would heat it up first because the sugar will crystallize again š
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15. **Stacey** says:
[April 29, 2020 at 1:32 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1357)
Awesome with your updates and explaining different variations!\!
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16. **Mary** says:
[April 26, 2020 at 9:17 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1333)
So good!! Thanks for all of the tips! I would recommend taking the ācaffeine freeā off of the chocolate one, though. As all chocolate, including cocoa powder, does contain caffeine.
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17. **Sarah** says:
[April 25, 2020 at 5:07 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1324)
the first time I tried, I used coconut sugar. The second time with cane sugar. And yes, I used hot water. i think it may have been the instant espresso I used, it was a very fine ground. I was at it for about ten mins and still it wasnāt working. I really want to make the donuts, so will try again with a diff coffee type. Thank you\!
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18. **Sarah** says:
[April 22, 2020 at 4:00 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1249)
I tried making this for the banana bread donuts topping and it completely did not work. I made it using instant espresso and followed the instructions, I used a hand mixer and it was a goopy mess.
I made it again and used an immersion blender and same thing ā more goopy mess. Whatās not working?
Also, any ideas of what to do with the sugar/coffee sludge? I donāt want to waste it, trying to think of how I could reuse it.
Thank you\!
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1. **Lisa Kitahara** says:
[April 23, 2020 at 1:29 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1264)
Hi Sarah\!
What is the brand of the instant espresso? What kind of sugar did you use? Did you use hot water? It could either be: 1. the sugar wasnāt dissolved. 2. you have to just keep at it (it could take up to 5-8 minutes). 3. the brand of instant coffee. Iāve had some people actually message me that certain instant coffeeās donāt work (not sure whyā¦). Nestle is my preferred brand that always work\!
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19. **Saree** says:
[April 13, 2020 at 9:40 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1173)
Hey thanks for this recipe! I think both names are official because itās originally from Macau, India, and Pakistan. I heard a Korean actor popularized it in South Korea when he tried whipped coffee in Macau! I guess itās known as Dalgona coffee in Korea because it tastes and looks like the candy. I heard itās aka beaten coffee or Phitti Hui coffee as well.
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1. **Lisa Kitahara** says:
[April 15, 2020 at 1:33 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1195)
I think every culture has their own name for it so itās cool to know! Thank you š
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20. **hannah** says:
[April 7, 2020 at 12:32 am](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1124)
Made this with 1/2 maple syrup and 1/2 coconut sugar and it was ~perfect~ Wasnāt sure how these sugar substitutes would turn out, but it worked out exactly as described!! Thank you Lisa for doing the experimentation for me hahaha 10/10!\!
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1. **Lisa Kitahara** says:
[April 7, 2020 at 12:44 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1127)
So glad you enjoyed! š
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21. **Mary F.** says:
[April 6, 2020 at 7:33 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1120)
So Iāve made the original recipe, and it turned out perfectly! Iāve tried other variations, and nothing has worked! Iāve tried unsweetened cocoa powder for the instant coffee, and Iāve tried chai tea mix for the sugar (to try to make a dirty chai). Both just give me soupy mixtures. Any tips?? Thanks\!
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1. **Lisa Kitahara** says:
[April 7, 2020 at 12:47 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1132)
I havenāt tried the chai, but for the cocoa powder make sure to make the original recipe first and then add in the cocoa powder once itās nice and frothed up š
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22. **Coral** says:
[April 6, 2020 at 4:00 am](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1118)
This is SO delicious!\!
Make sure you stir it thoroughly before drinking though as the whipped coffee is very strong & sweet.
Definitely making it again and trying it chocolate\!
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1. **Lisa Kitahara** says:
[April 7, 2020 at 12:45 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1130)
The mocha one is so good, I hope you enjoy\!
[Reply](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1130)
23. **Daina** says:
[April 6, 2020 at 3:26 am](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1116)
So delicious! I used Four Sigmatic with cane sugar because thatās what I had on hand and frothed up some soy milk. Iāll be sure to try out some of the other flavours! Thanks Lisa for all your tips š
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1. **Lisa Kitahara** says:
[April 7, 2020 at 12:45 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1129)
Yay so happy it worked out for you\!
[Reply](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1129)
24. **Fouz** says:
[April 5, 2020 at 1:23 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1111)
I made this earlier in the morning with oat milk and it was scrumptious!! Itās so nice to have something simple and new to try during quarantine. Iām going to play around with some of the suggested alterations this week to find my favourite š Thank you for the recipe and insight\!
[Reply](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1111)
1. **Lisa Kitahara** says:
[April 5, 2020 at 1:48 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1112)
So glad you you enjoyed this recipe! I hope you enjoy the other variations as well š
[Reply](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1112)
25. **Anne** says:
[April 4, 2020 at 7:37 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1102)
I made this using instant espresso powder (all I had) and allulose (an alternative sweetener) in a stand mixer and it worked beautifully! I have other alternative sweeteners which Iām going to try as well, xylitol and monk fruit, I have high hopes! I suspect using anything other than real sugar would not last as well in the fridge, but Iām curious to try that as well now\!
[Reply](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1102)
1. **Lisa Kitahara** says:
[April 5, 2020 at 12:16 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1110)
Hey Anne,
So glad that it worked out for you! Iāve tried monk fruit and it works super well. Iāve had some people tell me xylitol works well too\!
[Reply](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1110)
26. **Naz** says:
[April 4, 2020 at 4:15 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1101)
Hi there! Do you think the base recipe would work if folded into a no churn ice cream recipe to create a coffee swirl? Iām worried about it freezing into an icy and not creamy ribbon.
[Reply](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1101)
1. **Lisa Kitahara** says:
[April 5, 2020 at 12:15 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1109)
Hi Naz\!
Hmm, I havenāt tried BUT i have froze the actual whipped coffee and the texture is like light and airy soft serve (itās kind of like so delicious mousse ice cream) so I suspect it would work. Let me know if you try\!
[Reply](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1109)
27. **Elena Peter** says:
[April 4, 2020 at 8:09 am](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1098)
Thanks for this amazing whipped coffee recipe, Lisa. I made whipped coffee this morning with Nespresso coffee pods with chocolate cookies. I loved this combination. One again thanks for this idea.
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1. **Lisa Kitahara** says:
[April 5, 2020 at 12:12 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1107)
So glad to hear you tried this recipe!\!
[Reply](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1107)
28. **Janelle** says:
[April 3, 2020 at 3:20 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1084)
i was wonderingā¦. iāve searched everywhere but nobody has anything to say about how to drink itā¦. do u stir it into your milk? or sip it from the top and get a lot of milk and little foam? or use a straw and go up and down repeatedly to get both the foam and milk in your mouth? or a spoon? to scoop a little foam and a little milk at the same time? hahahah i know itās a stupid question but iām legitimately curiousā¦.
[Reply](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1084)
1. **Lisa Kitahara** says:
[April 3, 2020 at 3:23 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1085)
Hi Janelle! LOL donāt worry, I asked the same thing to myself. Honestly, I think its preference. If its iced, I like to mix it up real good with a long spoon and drink it with a strawā itās like a light mousse-y milkshake! if its hot, I mix it a bit less but still quite a bit so Iām not just drinking foam at the top and then plain milk at the bottom. My mom literally just shakes the whole thing in a jar but my sister mixes it just a bit cause she likes the foam on the top and drinking the coffee tasting milk later. I do recommend mixing it at least a bit so youāre not just eating the foam and then drinking plain milk later!\!
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29. **Tias** says:
[April 3, 2020 at 4:12 am](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1080)
Hi! This was so delicious but when I tried to recreate it with matcha, it doesnāt get thicken to a soft peak. Any additional advice?
Thanks\!
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1. **Lisa Kitahara** says:
[April 3, 2020 at 12:56 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1081)
Hi Tias\!
It does take much longer and the peaks wonāt be as stiff but it should be foamy! What was the texture like?
[Reply](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1081)
30. **Abbie** says:
[March 31, 2020 at 10:38 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1066)
Hello! I tried using the cocoa powder and it would not whip up thick! I could not get it thick until it was only sugar, water and instant coffee ā how can I work the cocoa in it!?!? Thank you\!
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1. **Lisa Kitahara** says:
[April 1, 2020 at 12:47 am](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1067)
Hi Abbie! What kind of cocoa powder did you use? I noticed cacao doesnāt work well. As well, try it with milk instead\!
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1. **Tracy Bootz** says:
[May 3, 2020 at 8:56 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1389)
I donāt know what I am doing wrong. It tastes awesome, but it doesnāt thicken at all. The mixture doubles and becomes frothy but not thick. Iām using a handheld mixer with a whisk attachment. Iām following the recipe exactly. Itās still delicious!!! Iām enjoying one right now:)
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1. **Lisa Kitahara** says:
[May 7, 2020 at 11:56 am](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1439)
Hmm, are you dissolving the sugar beforehand? What kind of instant coffee are you using (brand)? How long as you whisking for? What are you mixing it in? Any of these factors might be the cause\!
[Reply](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1439)
31. **Camille R** says:
[March 31, 2020 at 10:15 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1064)
Great recipe & tips!!! The coffee turned out so smooth and frothy. I loved that Lisa shared add ins she tried and the different tools that worked best. I added cinnamon and put less sugar and loved it\!
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1. **Lisa Kitahara** says:
[April 1, 2020 at 12:49 am](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1069)
So happy to hear you loved it!! \<3
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32. **Marisel** says:
[March 31, 2020 at 8:12 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1063)
Thank you, for this amazing whipped coffee recipe! I just followed your instructions and came out really amazing. Love it! Can wait to try it with chocolate and matchaā¤ļø
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1. **Lisa Kitahara** says:
[April 1, 2020 at 12:49 am](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1070)
Iām so glad to hear! Yesss, the mocha one is so good- I hope you enjoy those as well!\!
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33. **Miranda** says:
[March 31, 2020 at 5:52 am](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1051)
I made this delightful concoction this morning with instant espresso, (using the recommended 3 tbsp. of each ingredient). It was insanely delicious and luxurious! And so much fun! I used a hand held blender and it worked super well. It is quite concentrated and strong with the espresso so a little goes a long way- I used a couple spoonfuls with a full glass of hot almond milk. Plenty leftover so Iām excited to wake up tomorrow and enjoy some more. I hiiiighly recommend this recipe!! š
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1. **Lisa Kitahara** says:
[March 31, 2020 at 12:52 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1057)
LOVE it with hot milk! And yeah, I find this amount will last quite a bit so you can totally make a couple cups of coffee with it without making it every single time š
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34. **Kendra** says:
[March 31, 2020 at 1:12 am](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1048)
I tried this today after seeing a tagged post on IG and itās amazing!!! So easy. I made mine as a keto version. I used powdered Swerve (thatās all I had left in the house), used the same measurements and it worked. I spooned it on Cashew milk, as Okono suggested, and it was great. Absolutely recommend.
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1. **Lisa Kitahara** says:
[March 31, 2020 at 12:51 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1056)
Yay, iām glad it worked with the swerve!\!
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2. **Aj** says:
[April 18, 2020 at 9:10 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1222)
I tried this recipe today to make my first whipped coffee ever!!! It turned out soooooo great!!! It was delicious!! I used whole milk and Carmel macchiato creamer with my reusable ice cubes and chocolate syrup drizzled on top\!
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35. **Tori** says:
[March 31, 2020 at 12:28 am](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1047)
Ooooh, this looks delicious. I keep seeing everyone making whipped coffee and now youāve inspired me to actually give it a try.
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1. **Lisa Kitahara** says:
[March 31, 2020 at 12:50 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1053)
I hope you do!! Itās so amazing š
[Reply](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1053)
2. **ILove Coffee** says:
[September 21, 2021 at 5:40 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-8608)
Love this drink so much that Iāve been making this every day.
If youāre doing the iced version, 1-2 scoops of vanilla ice cream is clutch.
Also, venilla bean paste is a game changer. Same vanilla extract taste but the paste has the vanilla bean specks ā very visually appeasing
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36. **Rebecca** says:
[March 29, 2020 at 4:23 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1009)
Think instant espresso would work?
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1. **Lisa Kitahara** says:
[March 30, 2020 at 4:14 am](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-1029)
Yes, I think it could work\!
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2. **Dana Corso** says:
[October 27, 2020 at 9:30 pm](https://www.okonomikitchen.com/dalgona-whipped-coffee/#comment-2758)
I use it with Cafe Bustelo instant espresso and light brown sugar and it is AMAZING!\!
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*Learn how to make super fluffy dalgona whipped coffee easily at home with the best tips, tricks and just 3 pantry staple ingredients! (Vegan)*

Have you been bit by the TikTok bug? Yeah, me too.
If you have, youāve probably also come across this trending beverage that has gone viral: dalgona coffee (official name) also known as whipped coffee (TikTok name).
Itās visually aesthetic, super tasty and (kinda) fun to make. Plus, it can also be a pretty great arm workout to start your mornings off.
Since coming across this fancy coffee (literally a week ago), Iāve probably gone through 2 containers of instant coffee and Iām still amazed by how dang good it is. You could say Iām a little obsessed with it.
Along the way after many (many x 10) cups of whipped coffee, Iāve picked up some tips, tricks and variations to making this fancy coffee shop worthy drink. After posting it on my Instagram, I also got many questions about it so I thought Iād make a post answering them all.

## What is Whipped Coffee?
Whipped coffee is a magical whipped coffee beverage made from whipping instant coffee, sugar and liquid together and stirred into either iced or hot milk. Iāve also seen this drink referred as fluffy coffee, frappe coffee, frothy coffee, whipped coffee and cloud coffee. Beaten Coffee
**Where did it come from?**
After doing a bit of research, it seems that this concept of whipping instant coffee and sugar comes from many places with different names:
- [Dalgona in Korea](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Honeycomb_toffee): Itās called Dalgona because the foamy coffee resembles a Korean honeycomb toffee called dalgona candy.
- [FrappƩ Coffee in Greece](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frapp%C3%A9_coffee): Greek iced coffee.
- Indian Cappuccino / Beaten Coffee in India
**What does it taste like?**
It tastes like a coffee mousse in beverage form⦠but also like a coffee milkshake. The coffee foam its self is quite bitter and sweet, but when mixed in with some milk, itās honestly just an incredible experience.

### How to Make it at Home
Whipped coffee is made by mixing instant coffee with sugar and a bit of liquid. Most people use hot water, but I like to use warmed up non-dairy milk because I find it holds the foam a lot better, especially overnight.
**Best Equipment for the Job**
Making whipped coffee is super easy but can take some time depending on what equipment you have. After doing some experimenting, hereās what I found:
- **[\#1: Electric Hand Mixer](https://amzn.to/33QnBtH)**: This is by far the best method in my opinion. It took about 2 minutes of letting the machine go and it created the most foam. I used a silicon whisk instead of metal as well.
- **\#2: [Stand Mixer](https://amzn.to/33QMGoa):** Love this method because itās hands free BUT you do have to make a bigger serving to get it going because of how big the actual bowl is.
- **\#3: [Hand Held Frother](https://amzn.to/39s4yqw)**: You have to use a strong hand held frother for this. First I used a cheap one and the āwhippingā was not efficient enough and once it was foamy, it wasnāt able to whip anymore for stiff peaks.
- **\#5: [Mason Jar](https://amzn.to/3ar0HeB)**: Add all the ingredients into a jar and shake until foamy. You get softer peaks but I did find it much easier than whisking by hand.
- **\#6: [Matcha Whisk](https://amzn.to/33ZB6Hy)**: I found it to be the best equipment when doing it by hand.
- **\#4: [Small Whisk](https://amzn.to/2JkMoMV) \> Fork:** If you donāt have any of these appliances, you can make it with muscle work but it does take quite a bit of time. I do recommend using a small whisk over a fork.
- \#5: Milk Frother
- **Things that COULD work but I havenāt yet tried**: small blender, milk frother machine

### Variations
I tested a couple different variations that I thought could work and I was surprised to find that there are a lot of ways to change up the flavour\!
- **Mocha**: Make the base recipe and then whip it up. Once you get it frothy, add in 1/2-1 tbsp of cocoa powder depending on how much of a chocolate flavour you like and whip for another minute
- **Matcha**: You can replace the matcha with the instant coffee but note that it does not become as fluffy. ***UPDATED (April 1st*):** After a lot of people requesting a way for the matcha and chocolate version to fluff up more, I experimented with aquafaba since I have seen a lot of people use egg whites. A detailed blogpost will be coming soon but it came out very well! Weāre basically making a meringue here without the almond flour. Whip up aquafaba (about 1/3 of a cup) until stiff peaks form. Then sift in 3 tbsp powdered sugar OR 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 1 tbsp matcha powder and 1/4 tsp of cream of tar tar and continue whipping until everything is incorporated.
- **Maple Flavoured** (*My Favourite*): Substitute the sugar with the same amount of maple syrup and you get a maple flavoured whipped coffee! I find it easier and quicker to whip up and the texture is more light and fluffy.
- **Chocolate (Caffeine Free!)**: The ratio for the chocolate version is 1 part cocoa powder : 1 part sugar : 1.5 parts canned coconut milk. Using *canned* coconut milk here will help fluff up much better than cartoned milk. For example, 2 tbsp cocoa powder + 2 tbsp sugar + 4 tbsp hot milk or water. ***UPDATED (April 3rd***): Many of you have been having trouble whipping up the chocolate version so after trying the matcha using aquafaba, this may be a better option that does fluff up much better. Whip 1/3 cup of aquafaba until stiff peaks. Then sift in 3 tbsp powdered sugar or 2 tbsp granulated sugar, 1-1.5 tbsp cocoa powder and 1/4 tsp cream of tartar and whip until incorporated and fluffy.
- **Extracts**: add 1 tsp of vanilla extract to every 2 tbsp of instant coffee. Add 1/2 tsp of hazelnut, almond, caramel or maple extract for every 2 tbsp of instant coffee.
- **Salted**: Add a pinch of salt to enhance the flavour (salted caramel?! yes please!!).
- **Less Sugar:** You can reduce the amount of sugar by half but note that the foam is not as thick.
- **Less Caffeine:** You can reduce the amount of instant coffee by 1/3 and replace it with more sugar or cocoa powder. For example, 2 tbsp instant coffee + 4 tsp sugar + 2 tbsp hot liquid

### Best Tips & Tricks
1. **Use HOT Liquid**: Either straight out of the kettle, hot water dispenser or heated over the stove. Anything hot enough to dissolve the sugar. Once the sugar has melted, you can then go ahead and start whisking away.
2. **Increase the Hot Water**: Most recipes call for 1:1:1 ratio of all the ingredients but I found that adding a bit more hot liquid helps it froth up even more and itās also more light and airy. I typically now do a 1 part instant coffee : 1 part sugar : 1.5 part liquid ratio.
3. **Whisk in a Jar** **for Electric Mixer**: This prevents ingredients from flying around as your whisking and you can store left overs just by putting a lid on. When doing this, you want to move the electric mixer or hand held frother up and down so air goes into the jar. If using other methods a bowl would be more ideal.
4. **Increasing the Amount of Ingredients**: Depending on the size of your bowl (or jar), increase the amount of ingredients to get things going. I found it a lot more difficult whipping a small amount in a large bowl.
5. **Use it For Dessert:** Because it keeps its foam so well, I found it to be a super tasty on top of my [chickpea cookie skillet](https://okonomikitchen.com/peanut-butter-skillet-cookie/), banana icecream, [flourless chocolate cake](https://okonomikitchen.com/flourless-chocolate-rum-cake/), [brownies](https://okonomikitchen.com/vegan-caramel-black-bean-brownies/) and [banana snacking cake](https://okonomikitchen.com/vegan-banana-snack-cake/)! Itās kinda like coffee flavoured whipped cream.
6. **Make it Ahead**: I was surprised as just how long it kept its frothy-ness! You can make it in advance by 1-2 days and store it in the fridge. If you notice it does start to get watery, just re-whip with the remaining amount.
7. **Freeze it**: You can also make a larger batch and freeze it! I like to scoop them into ice cube trays and add 2-3 cubes into some milk. Also kinda great to snack onā¦

### FAQ
Here are some of the common questions I received when posting about it on my instagram:
- **What kind of instant coffee should I use?** Any instant coffee SHOULD work but I know for sure it works with: Nescafeās Rich, Hazelnut, French Vanilla, Nescafe Gold Blend and Four Sigmatic Instant Coffee.
- **Can I use decaf instant coffee?** Yes, it works with Nescafeās decaf coffee.
- **What Kind of Sugar Should I Use**? I tried this with granulated cane sugar, brown sugar, maple sugar and coconut sugar and they all work! The granulated cane sugar did have the strongest and highest foam peaks.
- **Is it dairy free/can I make it dairy free?** Yesā whipped coffee itās self is vegan (as long as you use sugar that is vegan). For the milk, use any non-dairy milk like cashew, almond, hemp or soy milk.
- **Can I use monk fruit sweetener, xylitol, stevia or truvia?** I have tried using monk fruit sweetener, stevia and truvia with success. I have not tried xylitol myself but have had people report back saying it does work.
- **Can I use maple syrup?** YES! It works very well and has a delicious maple flavour to it.
- **Do I have to use instant coffee?** No! So I did a little experiment with espresso and it works. All you need is 2 tbsp of STRONG espresso. Note that it the foam is not peak as much.
- **Do I have to use a electric hand mixer or stand mixer?** Nope! See the notes above for equipment you can use.
- **Can I make this hot instead of iced?** YES. I actually have been loving it hot in the mornings and iced in the afternoons.
- **How long does dalgona foam last for?** It lasts for hours. Seriously, I was amazed at how long it kept its form.
- **Can I make whipped coffee ahead of time?** Yes! The dalgona coffee foam can be kept in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- **I canāt get my mixture to foam as much as yours, what did I do wrong?** It could have been the type of instant coffee, adding too much water or the type of sugar you used. Make sure to use the ones I mentioned above for best results. As well, use a bowl that isnāt too large because it difficult to whip air into it in the whisk/appliance canāt catch all the ingredients. Is your bowl is too large, simply double or triple the recipe (and you can store the leftovers for next time). If everything is right, just keep whipping!! It could take up to 5 minutes depending on what equipment youāre using. If you have any more questions feel free to leave them down below\!

### Favourite Coffee Pairings
- Anything with bananas: [banana bread](https://okonomikitchen.com/easy-vegan-gluten-free-banana-bread/), [banana protein muffins](https://okonomikitchen.com/vegan-banana-protein-muffins/), [banana oatmeal muffins](https://okonomikitchen.com/vegan-blender-banana-muffins/), [baked banana oatmeal](https://okonomikitchen.com/healthy-banana-oatmeal-bars/) and [banana breakfast cookies](https://okonomikitchen.com/breakfast-banana-oatmeal-cookies/)\!
- Coffee and muffins are the ultimate breakfast duo! Try it with [blueberry muffins](https://okonomikitchen.com/vegan-gluten-free-healthy-blueberry-oatmeal-muffins/), [chocolate chip tahini muffins](https://okonomikitchen.com/onebowl-chocolatechip-tahini-muffins/), [carrot cake muffins](https://okonomikitchen.com/vegan-carrot-cake-muffins/) or even [lemon poppy seed muffins](https://okonomikitchen.com/vegan-lemon-poppy-seed-muffins/).
- This would also be super delish with some [coffee cake](https://okonomikitchen.com/vegan-coffee-cake-gluten-free-oil-free/), [maple walnuts scones](https://okonomikitchen.com/vegan-maple-walnut-scones/), [warm chia pudding](https://okonomikitchen.com/warm-chia-pudding/) or [zucchini baked oatmeal](https://okonomikitchen.com/zucchini-bread-baked-oatmeal/).
- Not a sweet breakfast person? Go savoury with some [corn bread waffles](https://okonomikitchen.com/vegan-cornbread-waffles-gluten-free/), [savory friends tomato toast](https://okonomikitchen.com/savoury-fried-tomato-toast/), [bagels](https://okonomikitchen.com/kabocha-bagels-with-vegan-maple-cinnamon-cream-cheese/) with vegan cream cheese , [scrambled tofu](https://okonomikitchen.com/tofu-scramble/) or [vegan egg muffins](https://okonomikitchen.com/vegan-egg-muffins/).
I cannot wait for you to try whipped coffee! Itās seriously so satisfying and perfect for all the coffee lovers that are missing their favourite coffee shops during this quarantine time. I wish you many happy mornings to come with with magical cup of whipped coffee ā”.

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### Description
*Learn how to make super fluffy whipped coffee easily at home with the best tips, tricks and just 3 pantry staple ingredients! (Vegan)*
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- 1 part // 2 tbsp [instant coffee](https://amzn.to/2UHyFoK)
- 1 part // 2 tbsp [granulated sugar](https://amzn.to/39ltkIR) (see notes above for the types of sugars that work)
- 1 ā 1\.5 part // 2 ā 3 tbsp hot water or milk (see tip \#2 in the notes above for different ratios of water you can use that changes the texture)
- milk of choice (about 1 cup per serving // I find cashew milk the best)
**Additional Flavours**
- 1/2 tbsp: [vanilla extract](https://amzn.to/2P76wWH)
- 1 tsp: [hazelnut extract](https://amzn.to/2wJ5wS4), [almond extract](https://amzn.to/2PkDZvC), [maple extract](https://amzn.to/2UrixbO)
- 2 tbsp [cocoa powder](https://amzn.to/36jyjbV) + extra 2 tbsp of hot water
- 1 tsp [cinnamon](https://amzn.to/2A8douh)
- pinch of salt
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1. In a tall glass (I like to use a jar) add in the instant coffee, granulated sugar, any flavourings if using and hot water/milk. Stir until sugar is dissolved.
2. Whisk the mixture until frothy (see notes in blog post for best equipment). Depending on the appliance/equipment you use, this can take anywhere from 2 minutes to 5 minutes (see notes).
3. For an iced coffee, add ice to a cup, pour milk into the cup and top it off with about 1/3 of the whipped coffee. For a hot version, heat the milk and then add whipped coffee on top. Stir the frothy coffee throughly into the milk to desired consistently.
4. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days. If you find the bottom of the jar losing its fluffiness, re-whip until frothy again.
### Notes
- **For Drip Coffee:** Use 2 tbsp of strong espresso + 2 tbsp of sugar and whisk until foamy.
- **Helpful Equipment**: [electric hand mixer](https://amzn.to/33QxuY6) (my personal favourite), [strong milk frother](https://amzn.to/2JlxDcD), [stand mixer,](https://amzn.to/33QMGoa) [matcha whisk](https://amzn.to/33QMGoa), [whisk](https://amzn.to/33RBZBP), mason jar
- **Nutritional Information Disclaimer**: Nutrition information is a rough estimate calculated on an online tool (Cronometer) for just the whipped coffee.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: gluten free, Vegan
### Nutrition
- **Serving Size:** 1 serving
- **Calories:** 67
- **Sugar:** 16
- **Sodium:** 8\.6mg
- **Fat:** 0
- **Saturated Fat:** 0
- **Unsaturated Fat:** 0
- **Trans Fat:** 0
- **Carbohydrates:** 16
- **Fiber:** 0
- **Protein:** 0
- **Cholesterol:** 0
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I'm Lisa, a home cook, recipe developer and founder of Okonomi Kitchen. Here, you'll find a mix of classic and modernized Japanese recipes, and creative, plant-forward meal inspiration using seasonal ingredients. I hope to share more about Japanese cuisine and culture through food and recipes.
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