The Pioneer Woman Makes Internet-Famous Dalgona Coffee

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Hot Water (very hot, just off the boil)
• 1 tablespoon Instant Coffee (heaping, fine instant coffee granules)
• 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar (regular white sugar)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (pure vanilla extract, generous spoonful)
• 1 cup Milk (cold, any type (dairy or plant‑based))
• 1 cup Ice Cubes (crushed or whole cubes)

Instructions

1. Prepare Glass with Ice and Milk

   Fill a serving glass with ice cubes, then pour the cold milk over the ice, leaving room at the top for the whipped coffee.

   Time: PT1M

2. Combine Wet Ingredients

   In a mixing bowl, add the very hot water, instant coffee, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract. Stir briefly to dissolve the dry ingredients.

   Time: PT1M

3. Whip the Coffee Mixture

   Using a hand mixer on low speed to avoid splatter, then increase to high speed, whip the mixture for at least three minutes until it becomes thick, glossy, and holds stiff peaks.

   Time: PT3M

4. Top the Milk with Whipped Coffee

   Spoon the fluffy whipped coffee on top of the milk in the glass, creating a distinct layer.

   Time: PT30S

5. Finish and Enjoy

   Give the drink a gentle stir before sipping, or enjoy the layered effect as is.

   Time: PT15S

Nutrition Facts

Calories

150

Protein

8 g

Carbohydrates

20 g

Fat

5 g

Fiber

0 g