How long does it take to make Dalgona coffee?

The total time to make Dalgona coffee is about 3 minutes.

What can I use instead of a milk frother?

You can use a whisk or froth it by hand if you don't have a milk frother.

Easy Dalgona Coffee In 3 Minutes

Name: Easy Dalgona Coffee In 3 Minutes
Total time: 3 min
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 2 tbsp instant coffee; 2 tbsp brown sugar; 2 tbsp boiling water; 1 cup milk (Confidence note: estimated based on typical serving size.); 1 cup ice (Confidence note: estimated based on typical serving size.)

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Original video by Zulay Kitchen on YouTube3:25

About this recipe

Dalgona coffee is the whipped coffee trend that took the internet by storm, and this recipe makes it super easy to whip up at home in just three minutes. With a creamy, frothy top and a refreshing milk base, it's a delightful treat any time of day.

In this video, Zulay Kitchen shows you how to make a delicious Dalgona coffee using just a few simple ingredients and a handheld milk frother. It's quick, satisfying, and perfect for coffee lovers looking for a fun twist on their usual brew.

Ingredient notes

You can adjust the strength and sweetness of your coffee by using half the amount of instant coffee and brown sugar if desired.

Tips from Zulay Kitchen’s video

Froth the coffee mixture for about 2 to 2.5 minutes until it thickens and turns caramel in color. This aeration is key to achieving the right texture for your Dalgona coffee.
Using a handheld milk frother makes the process easier, but you can also use a whisk or froth it by hand if you prefer.

Good to know

How long does it take to make Dalgona coffee?: The total time to make Dalgona coffee is about 3 minutes.
What can I use instead of a milk frother?: You can use a whisk or froth it by hand if you don't have a milk frother.

No life story here — the video and the recipe are the whole point. All credit to Zulay Kitchen: watch the original on YouTube.

The recipe

Serves 1 servingsTime 3 minutes

Ingredients

2 tbsp instant coffee
2 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp boiling water
1 cup milk — Confidence note: estimated based on typical serving size.
1 cup ice — Confidence note: estimated based on typical serving size.

Steps

1
Pour milk over ice in a glass, filling it about halfway.
2
Add 2 tablespoons of instant coffee to a mixing bowl.
3
Add 2 tablespoons of brown sugar to the mixing bowl with the coffee.
4
Pour 2 tablespoons of boiling water into the mixing bowl.
5
Use a handheld milk frother to froth the mixture for about 2 to 2.5 minutes until it thickens and turns caramel in color.
6
Spoon the thick frothy mixture on top of the milk and ice in the glass.
7
Stir the froth into the milk before drinking, if desired.