Dalgona Coffee
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5
Dalgona Coffee
Description
Dalgona Coffee features a rich foam made by whipping instant coffee, sugar, and hot water in equal proportions until stiff peaks form. The process includes manual whisking or using a stand mixer to incorporate air, transforming these simple ingredients into a thick, whipped topping. This coffee foam is then layered on top of milk, which can be any variety such as low fat, almond, soy, or goat's milk. The technique creates a distinct contrast between the velvety milk and the robust, aerated coffee foam. The whipping requires a large bowl and a round whisk for best results to efficiently trap air. Dalgona Coffee showcases how simple ingredients and methods can yield a textured coffee drink that is both visually appealing and flavorful.
The drink can be served over warm or cold milk according to preference. The foam sits on top, providing a rich coffee flavor that can be mixed into the milk or enjoyed as distinct layers. Optional variations include pairing with Korean sponge candy or adjusting sugar levels if a less sweet drink is desired. Leftover foam can be refrigerated for a few days and rewarmed with warm milk for a hot version.
Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp instant coffee
- 2 Tbsp granulated sugar white
- 2 Tbsp water (hot)
- 1/2 cup milk (low fat, regular, almond, soy, goat's milk)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, add coffee, sugar and HOT water in 1:1:1 ratio.
- Whisking by hand - using a whisk, first mix the coffee, sugar and water until everything is melted. Then start whisking!!! It should form a hard peak in about 2 minute and 30-40 seconds OR do the challenge and whisk about 400 times.
- IMPORTANT - use large mixing bowl (having enough space for your whisk to whip air in) and round whisk (fork or spoon will be too hard). Tilt at an angle. Watch video.
- Whisking using a hand mixer or stand mixer - first mix at lowest speed until all the coffee and sugar are dissolved. Then turn the speed to highest setting and mix for 1 min 30 seconds or until hard peaks form. I have a Kitchenaid stand mixer and on it, it takes about 1 min and 30 seconds on highest speed. Handmixer probably is going to be a little longer since it's not as powerful but should work fine. Set aside.
- OPTIONAL - make some Dalgona (Korean sponge candy) by following my recipe HERE. This adds a great crunchy and sweet topping to the foam.
- Fill 2/3rd of a cup with cold milk (about 1/2 cup) and add some ice.
- Spoon the foam and add it to the top of the cup. Top it with Dalgona pieces or try sprinkle the top with some hot cocoa powder or cinnamon. Mix it with a spoon to enjoy it as a latte or just as it is as you get a little bit of milk and foam in one sip. ENJOY!!!
Notes
- A stand mixer or hand mixer with a whisk attachment works best for whipping the coffee foam efficiently.
- Immersion blenders and traditional blenders are less effective for creating stiff peaks.
- For substituting instant coffee, brewed strong drip coffee mixed with sugar and then whipped can be used, but the foam may not have the same texture or flavor.
- You can reduce sugar to 1 tablespoon if you prefer a less sweet foam; sugar substitutes may affect peak formation.
- Store leftover coffee foam covered in the refrigerator for a few days and add to warmed milk for a hot version of the drink.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 101 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 101kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 6mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 29mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 257mg | 5% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 99IU | 2% |
| Calcium | 76mg | 8% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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