Cherry Dalgona Coffee Sauce

Cherry Dalgona Coffee Sauce is a easy American recipe that serves 4. 90 calories per serving. Recipe by The Sauce and Gravy Channel on YouTube.

Prep: 5 min | Cook: 6 min | Total: 16 min

Cost: $1.83 total, $0.46 per serving

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons Instant Coffee (about 8 g, any brand)
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar (about 15 g)
  • 1.5 tablespoons Water (about 23 ml)
  • 1 tablespoon Grenadine (about 15 ml, provides cherry flavor)

Instructions

  1. Gather Ingredients and Bowl

    Place a high‑sided mixing bowl on the counter and measure out the instant coffee, granulated sugar, water, and grenadine.

    Time: PT2M

  2. Combine Coffee and Sugar

    Add the instant coffee and granulated sugar to the mixing bowl and give it a quick stir to break up any clumps.

    Time: PT1M

  3. Heat Water and Grenadine

    Pour the water and grenadine into a saucepan and heat over medium‑high heat until the mixture comes to a rolling boil.

    Time: PT4M

  4. Dissolve Coffee‑Sugar Mixture

    Immediately pour the boiling liquid over the coffee‑sugar mixture and stir with a spoon until fully dissolved (about 30‑60 seconds).

    Time: PT1M

  5. Whisk to Thicken

    Using a handheld mixer (or a whisk), whip the sauce on high speed for about two minutes, stopping briefly to check for thick, ribbon‑like trails.

    Time: PT2M

  6. Serve or Store

    Drizzle the cherry Dalgona coffee sauce over ice cream, fruit, pound cake, or coffee cake. If not using immediately, transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate.

    Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories
90
Protein
0 g
Carbohydrates
22 g
Fat
0 g
Fiber
0 g

Dietary info: Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-Free

Last updated: April 22, 2026

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Cherry Dalgona Coffee Sauce

Recipe by The Sauce and Gravy Channel

A quick and easy whipped coffee dessert sauce with a bright cherry twist. Made with instant coffee, sugar, water, and grenadine, this fluffy Dalgona‑style sauce is perfect drizzled over ice cream, fruit, pound cake, or coffee cake.

EasyAmericanServes 4

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Source Video
6m
Prep
5m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
21m
Total

Cost Breakdown

$1.83
Total cost
$0.46
Per serving

Critical Success Points

  • Bring water and grenadine to a rolling boil.
  • Pour boiling liquid into coffee‑sugar mixture and dissolve completely.
  • Whisk the sauce until thick ribbons form.

Safety Warnings

  • Boiling liquid can cause severe burns – handle the saucepan with oven mitts.
  • Handheld mixer blades are sharp; keep fingers away while mixing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about this recipe

Q

What is the cultural significance and history of Cherry Dalgona Coffee Sauce in modern dessert trends?

A

Cherry Dalgona Coffee Sauce stems from the viral Dalgona coffee craze that swept social media in 2020. Adding grenadine creates a bright cherry twist that fits the current trend of colorful, Instagram‑ready dessert toppings.

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Q

How did the Dalgona coffee trend influence the creation of Cherry Dalgona Coffee Sauce in Western cuisine?

A

The whipped, frothy texture of Dalgona coffee inspired home cooks to adapt the technique for sauces. By incorporating a fruit syrup like grenadine, the sauce became a versatile dessert topping popular in Western cafés and home kitchens.

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Q

What traditional ingredients are used in authentic Dalgona coffee, and how does the addition of grenadine create a cherry variation?

A

Traditional Dalgona coffee uses instant coffee, sugar, and hot water, whisked until airy. Adding grenadine introduces natural cherry flavor and a subtle pink hue, turning the classic foam into a dessert sauce with a fruity note.

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Q

In which occasions or celebrations is Cherry Dalgona Coffee Sauce commonly served in the United States?

A

The sauce is popular at casual gatherings, brunches, and summer barbecues where ice cream sundaes or fruit platters are served. It also appears on coffee‑themed dessert tables for birthdays and holiday celebrations.

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Q

What other desserts pair well with Cherry Dalgona Coffee Sauce in American dessert culture?

A

It pairs beautifully with vanilla ice cream, fresh berries, chocolate pound cake, coffee cake, and even pancakes or waffles for a coffee‑cherry breakfast treat.

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Q

How has the Cherry Dalgona Coffee Sauce evolved since its introduction on The Sauce and Gravy Channel?

A

Since the video debut, viewers have experimented with different fruit syrups, added a splash of vanilla extract, and used the sauce as a base for layered parfaits. The core technique of whipping the hot mixture remains unchanged.

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Q

What are the most common mistakes to avoid when making Cherry Dalgona Coffee Sauce?

A

Common errors include not bringing the water‑grenadine mixture to a full boil, under‑whipping the sauce, and adding the hot liquid too slowly, which can cause clumping. Follow the timing cues and whisk continuously for best results.

technical
Q

Why does this Cherry Dalgona Coffee Sauce recipe use a handheld mixer instead of a traditional whisk?

A

A handheld mixer incorporates air much faster, achieving the thick, ribbon‑like texture in about two minutes. A whisk can work but requires significantly more effort and time to reach the same consistency.

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Q

How do I know when the Cherry Dalgona Coffee Sauce has reached the proper thickness?

A

When you lift the beaters, the sauce should form defined ribbons that hold their shape for a few seconds before slowly folding back. If it streams like a thin syrup, keep whisking for another minute.

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Q

What does the YouTube channel The Sauce and Gravy Channel specialize in?

A

The Sauce and Gravy Channel focuses on simple, flavor‑forward sauces, gravies, and quick‑prep condiments that home cooks can whip up with everyday ingredients.

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Q

How does the YouTube channel The Sauce and Gravy Channel’s approach to dessert sauces differ from other cooking channels?

A

The Sauce and Gravy Channel emphasizes minimal equipment, fast preparation, and versatile sauces that can be used across sweet and savory dishes, whereas many channels focus on elaborate, multi‑step desserts.

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