Whipped Coffee With Espresso Recipe - Skip The Instant Coffee (2024)

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By Starla Gatson

Last updated: November 30, 2021

You don’t have to be a coffee fanatic to have heard about the whipped coffee trend that swept across the internet in early 2020. It didn’t take long for everyone who saw the drool-worthy photos of the drink on Instagram to pick up a package of instant coffee and a whisk and make it for themselves.

Now, we’re bringing whipped coffee back…but with an espresso twist.

THE WORLD OF WHIPPED COFFEE

Allow us to introduce you to whipped coffee, or, as it’s better known in South Korea where it originated,dalgona coffee. This drink rose to popularity on TikTok during the early days of quarantine and stay-at-home orders in 2020, which is why it’s also been dubbed “quarantine coffee.”

This coffee is typically made by whisking (or whipping with an electric mixer) instant coffee powder, granulated sugar, and hot water until the ingredients reach a fluffy, pillow-like consistency. Then, the coffee fluff is poured over hot or cold milk.

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If you look up a whipped coffee recipe, it’ll more than likely be made with instant coffee, but good news if you don’t care for instant coffee flavor or you’re one of our espresso-loving Roasty readers: you can make fluffy coffee foam with a shot of the dark, strong coffee.

DALGONA COFFEE RECIPE (WITH ESPRESSO!)

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YOU’LL NEED:

  • 1 tablespoon of espresso
  • 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar
  • 1 cup of milk
  • A whisk, electric whisk, or electric mixer

THE PROCESS:

Step 1:

The first step, of course, is to prepare the espresso. Once that’s done, pour a tablespoon of the strong coffee over the sugar in a small bowl.

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Step 2:

Grab a whisk, and begin to whip the mixture until soft peaks form and the dark sugary coffee fades to a lighter shade of brown. It may take a few minutes before you see any results, but don’t lose hope! Just keep whipping, and you’ll have creamy coffee in no time.

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Step 3:

Then, pour your milk of choice into a mug or tall glass and use a spoon to add the whipped coffee mixture on top of it. We used whole milk, but you can use your favorite milk alternative, like almond milk, oat milk, or coconut milk, if you prefer. Stir until the two are blended well, and you’re ready to enjoy your cloud coffee creation!

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ENJOY!

A big part of the creamy coffee’s appeal is its customizability, so once you’ve tried the classic recipe, feel free to experiment! Make the dalgona coffee recipe your own by adding things like a splash of vanilla extract, brown sugar, or cinnamon to the coffee whip for extra notes of flavor, or pour a bit of coffee creamer into your milk. Non-coffee drinkers can hop on the trend, too, and substitute ground coffee for hot cocoa or matcha powder.

Happy Caffeinating!

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Yield: 1

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

A bolder dalgona coffee recipe that is definitely one to master. Impress your guests and keep up with all the new modern coffee trends!

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon espresso
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 cup milk

Instructions

    1. Combine hot espresso and sugar in a bowl.
    2. Whisk until soft peaks form and the mixture is pale in color.
    3. Dollop your whisked espresso on top of your milk
    4. Stir and enjoy!
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FAQs

Does whipped coffee have to be instant? ›

Is there a way to make whipped coffee without instant coffee? Yes, you can use regular coffee or espresso. The whipped coffee will not come out as stiff, but stiff enough. Just make sure to use equal parts coffee and sugar.

Why isn't my whipped coffee working? ›

If your coffee isn't whipping properly, ensure that you've measured all ingredients accurately, as adding too much or too little of a certain ingredient can alter the texture of your dalgona. Remember that it's important to use a 1:1 ratio of espresso and sugar.

How do you make coffee not instant? ›

  1. Pour water into a saucepan and place it on the stove. Be sure you use more water than you normally would use if you were using a coffee maker.
  2. Add the coffee to the water and stir the coffee/water mixture.
  3. Turn the heat on your stove to medium-high and bring your coffee to a boil while stirring it occasionally.
  4. Once.
Oct 4, 2018

Can all coffee be instant? ›

Can You Use Ground Coffee as Instant? Sort of, but not really. While the primary purpose of ground coffee is for traditional brewing methods, such as drip brewing, french press, or espresso machines, you can technically use ground coffee as a makeshift instant coffee substitute.

Why is my whipped coffee bitter? ›

Your Water Is Too Hot

When it comes to optimal brewing temperature for coffee, 195 to 205 degrees Fahrenheit (or two to three minutes off-boil) is the sweet spot. If your water is too hot (or over boiled), you'll extract the bitter compounds from the coffee.

Why is my whipped coffee foamy? ›

Foam forms when a liquid is agitated and a large volume of gas is distributed throughout the liquid. In this case, the act of whipping agitates the coffee to form bubbles.

Why is my whip not whipping? ›

You're not chilling your cream. Using room temperature cream is the cardinal sin of whipped creamery and the number one reason for whipped cream not thickening. If it reaches above 10°C, the fat inside the cream will not emulsify, meaning it can't hold the air particles which allow it to maintain fluffy peaks.

Can you whip an espresso shot? ›

Directions. COMBINE espresso, hot water and sugar in a medium bowl. BEAT with hand mixer on high speed about 3 minutes or whisk vigorously about 8 minutes, until mixture is light and fluffy.

Does any instant coffee work for Dalgona? ›

You can use any one! I love cold coffee so I make an iced coffee with mine. But you can definitely make it hot – it works the same! So if you wanted it hot, you would heat up your milk, then stir it into the hot milk.

What is a major problem with instant coffee solutions? ›

5 The major problem with these 'instant-coffee' solutions is that they are invariably short-lived. If we stubbornly refuse to give up this search for quick solutions, all we do is end up on the wrong track. We never gain anything lasting from them.

What are some tricks for instant coffee? ›

On the sweeter side, you could even add a spoonful of whipped cream or cocoa powder (for an extra jolt of caffeine too), a little bit of butter, honey on top or some cinnamon to spice up the instant coffee. Salt, herbs, frothed milk and orange juice are other tasty options to try.

Why avoid instant coffee? ›

Contains More Acrylamide

It's actually when coffee brews that acrylamide makes its appearance, so while it's found in both regular and instant coffee, studies show that the amount can be up to double in instant coffee. Which is bad news for your health. Acrylamide is considered both carcinogenic and neurotoxic.

Does Starbucks instant coffee work for whipped coffee? ›

Starbucks® Dalgona Whipped Coffee

In a mixing bowl, combine your Starbucks VIA® Instant coffee, sugar and water. Whisk together vigorously until the mixture turns light and fluffy. Continue whisking until your mixture thickens and holds a foamy texture.

Can you make whipped coffee with K cups? ›

And since ground coffee and instant coffee are very different—instant coffee dissolves in water, whereas ground coffee does not—ground coffee can't be used in this recipe. If you use single-brew pods such as K-Cups, note that these are considered ground coffee and won't work for whipped coffee, either.

How to make a frappe without instant coffee? ›

Using a ratio of 1 to 4 you add one cup of coarse ground coffee to a bowl, mix it with four cups of cold water, cover it, and let it infuse in the fridge overnight. The next day, strain the brew and it's ready to use. Keep in mind though, that this brew can be surprisingly strong.

What is the point of whipped cream on coffee? ›

Absolutely, heavy whipping cream is a delicious substitute for half-and-half or skimmed milk in coffee! Not only will it make your cup of joe even creamier because of its high-fat content, but you can also use it to whip up an indulgent topping that isn't possible with plain milk.

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