Dalgona Coffee (Printable)
Frothy whipped coffee layered over chilled milk for a creamy, visually striking two-serving beverage.
# What You'll Need:
→ Whipped Coffee Topping
01 - 2 tablespoons instant coffee granules
02 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
03 - 2 tablespoons hot water
→ Assembly
04 - 2 cups cold milk (dairy or non-dairy alternative)
05 - Ice cubes (optional)
# Directions:
01 - In a medium mixing bowl, combine the instant coffee granules, granulated sugar, and hot water.
02 - Using a hand whisk, electric mixer, or milk frother, vigorously whisk the mixture for 2 to 4 minutes until it becomes light, frothy, and forms soft peaks.
03 - Fill two glasses with ice cubes if desired and pour in the cold milk.
04 - Gently spoon the whipped coffee over the milk, swirling for a beautiful layered effect.
05 - Serve immediately. Stir the whipped coffee into the milk before drinking to combine the flavors.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It takes exactly five minutes and uses ingredients you probably already have hiding in your pantry.
- The theatrical layered look makes people think you spent far more effort than you actually did.
- That first stir, when the bittersweet foam melts into cold milk, is genuinely one of the most satisfying beverage moments you can create at home.
02 -
- If you cut the sugar down too much the foam will refuse to hold together and you will end up with a sad watery puddle instead of clouds, so stick with the full amount at least the first time.
- The type of instant coffee matters enormously, I once tried with a cheap generic brand and the foam never fully formed, so use a brand you actually enjoy drinking.
03 -
- Use equal parts coffee, sugar, and hot water as your golden ratio and you can scale this up for a crowd or down for a solo treat without thinking twice.
- Chill your glasses in the freezer for ten minutes before assembling, because cold glass keeps the layers distinct longer and makes the whole experience feel more indulgent.