You’ve heard of cappuccinos, Irish coffee, and Americanos, but do you know of the dalgona coffee drink? If you enjoy your coffee more on the sweeter side, you’ll want to try this hand-whipped, creamy treat.
There are many types of coffee worldwide, and although this fluffy goodness originated in the 1960s, there was a rapid revival in 2020.
With a similar name to the honeycomb treat Korean Dalgona Candy, it became a delicious Korean trend popularised during COVID-19 through TickTok, where many were challenged to make their own.
This butterscotch-coloured wonder quickly became a new way to enjoy coffee beans while being stuck at home during the pandemic.
Is dalgona coffee the same as whipped coffee? Yes!
This charming coffee is equal parts sugar, dried instant coffee, and hot water, with coffee slathered on top of iced milk. The sugar ultimately acts as a binder to keep the ingredients light, airy, and together.
There’s also a rule to ensure it turns out fluffy. Using an electric mixer instead of mixing by hand is an effective way to quicken the foaming process, otherwise you’ll be mixing by hand up to 400 times! If you’d like to learn more about how this simple process became a TickTok whipped coffee challenge, here is the science behind dalgona coffee.
Most sweets are guilty pleasures, but this blend holds a lot of benefits. However, always consult your health professional on how caffeine can affect you.
This recipe primarily uses milk, which is great for aiding the digestive system. Protein and calcium present in milk is also known to help with heartburn.
If you want to be less tired during your day at work, this coffee is a great start. Likewise, compared to regular coffee beans, instant coffee in whipped coffee has antioxidants that can reduce liver and heart disease.
Caffeine in instant coffee is much lower than in regular coffee beans, so this is ideal for people who have high anxiety or stress levels. Want more sweet coffee drinks? Here are the types of iced coffee drinks you need to try.
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Do you want to challenge yourself at home, or even during your lunch break at work? Use one tablespoon of instant coffee, one tablespoon of sugar, and one tablespoon of hot water, and combine them in a mixing bowl.
Next, use a hand mixer or milk frother to whisk at the highest speed until it turns into a stiff foam.
Lastly, place ice cubes in your favourite mug, pour over the milk ¾ to the top, and start topping the milk with the whipped coffee, evening it out with a spoon. If you like, you can sprinkle cocoa powder, honey, oreo crumbs, or anything sweet of your choice. It’s the perfect after-hours treat.
If you’re wanting to create a bigger batch of whipped coffee, you can store and refrigerate it in an airtight container for up to a week. New to the art of coffee making? Here are some espresso brewing tips for beginners.
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