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Make Simple dalgona coffee

Name: Make Simple dalgona coffee
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 cup instant coffee granules (1/2 ounce; 14 g); 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (1 ounce; 30 g); 1/4 cup (60 ml) hot water; Whole or dairy-free milk, for serving (about 1 cup / 237 ml per serving); Ice cubes (optional, for iced dalgona coffee); First, I add the instant coffee granules, granulated sugar, and hot water into a mixing bowl.; Using a hand mixer on medium-high speed, I whip the mixture for about 2–4 minutes. If I’m using a manual whisk, it takes closer to 8–10 minutes.; As I whisk, the mixture changes from dark and liquid to light brown, thick, and fluffy. You’ll know it’s ready when it forms stiff peaks and holds its shape — similar to whipped cream.

Chef Elena Vance Published Sep 3, 2026

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Craving a creamy, café-style coffee without leaving your kitchen? Let me show you how to make simple dalgona coffee at home with just four basic ingredients. This whipped coffee recipe took the internet by storm for a reason — it’s rich, frothy, and incredibly easy to prepare in just minutes. Whether you prefer dairy or dairy-free milk, this homemade dalgona coffee recipe will give you that beautiful layered look and bold coffee flavor every time. If you love quick coffee recipes, this easy dalgona coffee is about to become your go-to treat.

Prep Time 15 min

Cook Time 20 min

Total Time 35 min

Yield 4 servings

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Ingredients

SERVINGS: 4

Main Ingredients

0.25 cup 1/4 cup instant coffee granules (1/2 ounce; 14 g)
2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (1 ounce; 30 g)
0.25 cup 1/4 cup (60 ml) hot water
1 Whole or dairy-free milk, for serving (about 1 cup / 237 ml per serving)
1 Ice cubes (optional, for iced dalgona coffee)

Main Ingredients

1 First, I add the instant coffee granules, granulated sugar, and hot water into a mixing bowl.
1 Using a hand mixer on medium-high speed, I whip the mixture for about 2–4 minutes. If I’m using a manual whisk, it takes closer to 8–10 minutes.
1 As I whisk, the mixture changes from dark and liquid to light brown, thick, and fluffy. You’ll know it’s ready when it forms stiff peaks and holds its shape — similar to whipped cream.

Step-by-Step Instructions

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Follow preparation and baking instructions for Make Simple dalgona coffee as described in details.

Once combined with milk, dalgona coffee is best consumed immediately. The foam may slowly deflate if left sitting too long.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

0 kcal Calories

0 g Protein

0 g Total Carbs

0 g Total Fat

0 g Dietary Fiber

0 g Total Sugars

0 mg Sodium

Mixing Bowl

A medium-sized bowl works best for whipping the coffee mixture.

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Hand Mixer or Whisk

An electric hand mixer makes the process faster, but a regular whisk works too (just requires a little arm workout!).

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Measuring Cups and Spoons

For accurate ingredient measurements.

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Serving Glasses

Clear glasses showcase the beautiful coffee layers perfectly.

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Spatula

Helpful for scraping out every bit of that fluffy whipped coffee.

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Make Simple dalgona coffee

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Recommended Kitchen Equipment

Mixing Bowl

Hand Mixer or Whisk

Measuring Cups and Spoons

Serving Glasses

Spatula