Dalgona Coffee is a delicious, whipped coffee trend originating from South Korea. It was made popular by multiple instances of Korean pop stars and actors ordering the creamy coffee drink in Korean TV shows over the years – and it’s a really simple drink to make!
Dalgona coffee or Korean whipped coffee, gets its name from the popular Korean melted sugar candy, that was featured on the Korean Netflix special, Squid Games.
This coffee’s flavor profile and color is similar to the original dalgona candy and makes for a sweet and creamy whipped coffee drink.
What Is Dalgona Coffee?
Dalgona coffee is a whipped coffee drink that combines a rich Korean instant coffee cream topped over a glass of milk, typically cold or hot, creating a layered effect. The result is a creamy, sweet coffee beverage with a thick layer of frothy coffee on top.
The name dalgona comes from a Korean toffee candy called “dalgona” due to its similar appearance to the frothy coffee mixture.
What Is The Best Coffee To Use?
The best brand of coffee for this whipped coffee recipe is Kanu. It’s the no. 1 Korean instant coffee brand – and in my opinion, it’s the best for giving this dalgona coffee that authentic taste.
Do I Need A Hand Mixer?
The best way to make this Korean whipped coffee drink fluffy and airy, is to utilize a hand mixer. If you don’t have one, you can surely mix by hand, but it may take a little while longer, and require a little more effort on your part.
Key Elements Of This Recipe
- Kanu Instant Korean Coffee: The no. 1 instant coffee brand in South Korea
- Vanilla Extract: Secret ingredient to give this coffee a warm, sweet essence
The Ingredients for Dalgona Coffee (Whipped Coffee)
- 3 tablespoons Kanu Instant Korean Coffee (about 9 mini-packets)
- 3 tablespoons Granulated Sugar
- 3 tablespoons Boiling Water
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1 cup Milk
The Equipment Needed
- Hand Mixer
- Large Mixing Glass
- Coffee Glass
How To Make Dalgona Coffee
Take your large mixing glass and add in your instant coffee, sugar, hot water and vanilla extract.
Using your hand mixer, whip the ingredients on high speed until the mixture reaches a creamy, foamy consistency. (Should be able to create “peaks” like the one pictured above, with the cream.)
Pro Tip: You can also whip the mixture manually with a whisk, if you don’t have a hand mixer, but it might just take a while.
Next, take your coffee glass and fill it about 2/3 way with cold milk.
Afterwards, take your whipped coffee cream and spoon it into your coffee glass.
Pro Tip: You can also pipe the coffee cream onto your glass of milk via a plastic bag with a small hole cut out of one end.
Serve immediately – and enjoy!
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Dalgona Coffee (Korean Whipped Coffee)
Equipment
- 1 Hand Mixer
- 1 Mixing Glass, (large)
- 1 Coffee Glass
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Kanu Instant Coffee, (about 9 mini-packets)
- 3 tablespoons Granulated Sugar
- 3 tablespoons Boiling Water
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1 cup Milk
Instructions
How To Make Dalgona Coffee
- Take your large mixing glass and add in your instant coffee, sugar, hot water and vanilla extract.
- Using your hand mixer, whip the ingredients on high speed until the mixture reaches a creamy, foamy consistency. (Should be able to create "peaks" like the one pictured above, with the cream.)
- Pro Tip: You can also whip the mixture manually with a whisk, if you don't have a hand mixer, but it might just take a while.
- Next, take your coffee glass and fill it about 2/3 way with cold milk.
- Afterwards, take your whipped coffee cream and spoon it into your coffee glass.
- Serve immediately – and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
*Nutritional information is just an estimate derived by an online calculation tool.
FAQ
What coffee do you use for dalgona coffee?
The best brand of coffee for this whipped coffee recipe is Kanu. It’s the no. 1 Korean instant coffee brand and in my opinion, it’s the best for giving this dalgona coffee that authentic taste.
What makes dalgona coffee fluffy?
The best way to make this Korean whipped coffee drink fluffy and airy, is to utilize a hand mixer. If you don’t have one, you can surely mix by hand, but it may take a little while longer, and require a little more effort on your part.
Is dalgona coffee worth the hype?
Absolutely yes! Give this recipe a try and see for yourself!
Charah
I love coffee, and I’m gonna try this. Thanks for sharing!
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This coffee looks gorgeous. One of my favorites. Thanks for sharing.
Casey
I’ve heard so many good things about Dalgona coffee and always wanted to try it. Looks like now is the time!
Chenee
This was so tasty! You’re right about the Kanu brand. Definitely worth getting the good stuff!
Kim
This looks like such an interesting coffee drink! I think I’ll make some to serve with dessert this week.
Nisha
Wow that looks so perfect , am yet to try this popular recipe ! Thanks for sharing.
Tayler
I made this fun coffee drink this morning and it was a great way to start my day! Thanks for sharing!
Gianne
The whipped coffee topping is rich and frothy, and blends perfectly with the milk. It’s a luxurious drink that’s worth the extra effort to make.
MacKenzie
This coffee was amazing. I don’t think I will ever have to go buy another coffee again.
Sara Welch
Enjoyed this with breakfast this morning and started my day off right! Was quick, easy and delicious; definitely, a new favorite drink!
Harriet
Really good! This is by far the best dalgona coffee recipe I’ve tried. I’m hooked!
Heather
Made this Dalgona Coffee, and it turned out great! The whipped coffee was smooth and creamy, just the right touch for a refreshing pick-me-up. Thanks for sharing this easy and fun recipe!
Katherine
We tried this as a fun brunch treat and it was incredible! Such a fun way to enjoy coffee!
Kristine
Almost too pretty to drink, but I drank it anyway. SO GOOD! Smooth texture and amazing flavor. Keeper!
Paula
I loved making this dalgona coffee. It’s so beautiful and tasted great too.