Dalgona Coffee

Whipped instant coffee foam spooned over ice-cold milk for a dramatic two-layer drink.

By Moow Editorial ·

Two glasses of iced milk topped with thick whipped dalgona coffee foam
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  • An electric mixer speeds up whipping, but a whisk also works.

At a glance

Read through the method once, then prep the ingredients in the order listed.

  • Yield: Serves 2
  • Prep time: 10 minutes
  • Cook time: No cooking
For the most consistent result, use the listed weights when available; household measures are rounded.

Estimated nutrition per serving

Serving basis: One serving from the final reviewed yield of Serves 2.

  • Calories: 240 kcal
  • Protein: 9 g
  • Carbohydrates: 33 g
  • Fat: 8 g
  • Sodium: 131 mg
Estimated from the listed ingredients and serving yield using USDA FoodData Central. Actual values vary with brands, substitutions, cooking losses, oil absorption, and portion size.

Coffee

Have these measured and ready before you begin.

  • 2 tablespoons instant coffee
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons hot water
  • 2 cups (480 ml) cold milk
  • 6 ice cubes

Directions

1. Whip the instant coffee, sugar, and hot water until very thick, pale, and creamy.

2. Divide the ice and cold milk between two glasses.

3. Spoon the whipped coffee over the milk.

4. Stir before drinking if desired.

Sources

  1. USDA FoodData Central — April 2026 data release

Contains milk and caffeine. Hot water can burn; keep caffeine portions modest and avoid serving to young children.

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