Maple Whipped Dalgona Coffee

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This maple whipped dalgona coffee is an upscale coffee house recipe. A smooth fluffy mound of freshly-whipped topping is the crowning glory on this delicious, sweet iced drink. Make this easy recipe in just 5 minutes. Enjoy it throughout the fall season and beyond.

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Save your coffee-house budget for a rainy day. If you love Starbucks Dalgona Whipped Coffee, you’ll really enjoy this flavorful recipe that you can make at home. It’s satisfying to know you can trim outside expenses without sacrificing the joy of sipping your favorite drink.

Pair it with palmiers cookies, pumpkin biscotti or Panera kitchen sink cookies.

When guests come over, make them feel pampered. Treat them to glasses of this maple whipped Dalgona coffee. It’s a photogenic beverage that adds a touch of elegance to casual occasions. It makes an average day more special!

Iced Maple Latte with whipped coffee topping served with a spoon on light-grey tabletop.

🛒 Ingredients

Dalgona coffee is easy to make with simple ingredients.

  • Instant Coffee: Use your favorite brand.
  • Very Hot Water: To dissolve the coffee crystals.
  • Granulated Sugar: Adds the perfect amount of sweetness.
  • Maple Syrup: Provides a delicious fall flavor and yummy aroma.
  • Whole Milk: The rich creamy base of our maple whipped Dalgona coffee.
  • Ice Cubes: For an ice-cold beverage.

🥣 Best Ingredient Swaps

Missing an ingredient for this maple whipped coffee? Don’t put on your shoes and head to the market. Instead, head to your pantry and fridge. Check for these easy ingredient substitutions.

  • Instant Coffee: Pull out the tiny jar of espresso powder often reserved for making tiramisu. It’s much more concentrated than instant coffee, so you’ll want to lessen the amount for this whipped coffee recipe.
  • Granulated Sugar: The best swap is light-brown sugar. But you can also use coconut sugar, cane sugar, or raw sugar.
  • Maple Syrup: Swap with agave nectar plus vanilla extract.
  • Whole Milk: Use any type of milk or cream.

🥛 Recipe Tip: It’s convenient (and money-saving!) to use ingredients you already have on hand. For example, I usually have 2% milk and heavy whipping cream in the fridge. For this maple latte I often combine the two 50/50.

Ingredients for whipped maple coffee iced latte on light-grey countertop.

👩🏻‍🍳 Expert Tips

  • Best tip for making whipped coffee: Use very hot water to quickly dissolve the coffee granules. It allows the topping to whip up faster. If hand whisking the mixture, use a large bowl so air can circulate around the topping so it’s light and fluffy.
  • How to know when to stop whipping the topping: When whisking the ingredients together, the color of the mixture will gradually turn from a dark-coffee brown to a golden tone that’s several shades lighter. After further whisking, the topping will look like peanut butter! You’ll know the whipped topping is done after it’s thick enough to form peaks on the whisk, and can hold its shape.
  • You can make whipped coffee without a stand mixer. Make whipped coffee in a blender, in a bowl with a hand mixer (whisk vigorously), or with a milk frother. For a thick topping with a foamy texture, these methods often take about 5 minutes of whipping time.
  • Customize dalgona coffee by adding a touch of seasonal spice to the whipped topping mixture. Try ground cinnamon, apple pie seasoning or pumpkin pie seasoning. You can garnish maple whipped coffee with crumbled cookies or cocoa powder.

📖 Recipe Steps

RECIPE PREP: Microwave water in a heat-safe glass measuring cup. For the maple coffee, we need the water really hot.

  1. Add very hot water, instant coffee and granulated sugar to the bowl of a stand mixer with whisk attachment. Beat ingredients on high speed for about 2 minutes, until mixture is beautifully smooth and holds a stiff peak. Add maple syrup. Mix to incorporate.
  2. Fill 2 tall glasses with ice 3/4 of the way up. Pour milk directly over the top, evenly dividing the liquid between the 2 glasses.
  3. Spoon a generous dollop of whipped coffee over each beverage. Swirl the topping to create a peak on top.
  4. Serve maple latte with a spoon and straw. Stir briefly and enjoy!
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🧑🏼‍🍳 Recipe FAQ

These are the most frequently asked questions when making maple whipped dalgona coffee, and the most helpful answers for recipe success!

What is dalgona whipped coffee?

It’s a glass of ice and milk topped with a thick layer of light, fluffy whipped topping. The topping usually consists of equal parts hot water, coffee, and brown sugar or granulated sugar. The topping can also include maple syrup or seasonal spices like cinnamon.

Can dalgona whipped coffee be made with ground coffee?

No. Ground coffee cannot be used with this recipe. Do not use fresh ground coffee beans. And while brewed coffee will whip up, it will never reach that thick, desirable, luscious meringue texture.

What brand of instant coffee is best for this recipe?

Maple whipped coffee can be made with any brand of instant coffee. But a dark roast is not recommended because of its bitter taste. Instant coffee with milk powder is also not recommended as it won’t whip up. Espresso powder or espresso granules can be used for this recipe. Just reduce the amount, as their flavor is strong and bold.

Is dalgona coffee served hot or cold?

This whipped coffee drink can be served with either hot or cold milk. Your choice!

Can I make dalgona coffee without sugar?

It’s not recommended. Sugar is an important ingredient for fluffy whipped coffee. And when combined with maple syrup, it gives this maple whipped coffee the irresistible fall flavor we look forward to.

How to make dalgona coffee vegan?

It’s easy to do without sacrificing flavor! Replace dairy milk with coffee-house favorites: Barista Blend Almondmilk, Oatly Barista Edition, soy milk, or warm water.

Maple whipped coffee with ice in a tall drinking glass.

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Our luscious maple whipped dalgona coffee is Starbucks-inspired recipe. Treat yourself and a friend to this decadent icy beverage. Make this easy recipe in just 5 minutes. It makes an average day more special!


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 1/4 cup instant coffee
  • 1/4 cup very hot water
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk (or milk of your choice)
  • Ice cubes

Instructions

RECIPE PREP: Microwave water in a heat-safe glass measuring cup. For the maple coffee, we need the water really hot.

  1. Add very hot water, instant coffee and granulated sugar to the bowl of a stand mixer with whisk attachment. Beat ingredients on high speed for about 2 minutes, until mixture is beautifully smooth and holds a stiff peak. Add maple syrup. Mix to incorporate.
  2. Fill 2 tall glasses with ice 3/4 of the way up. Pour milk directly over the top, evenly dividing the liquid between the 2 glasses. 
  3. Spoon a generous dollop of whipped coffee over each beverage. Swirl the topping to create a peak on top.
  4. Serve maple latte with a spoon and straw. Stir briefly and enjoy!

Notes

How to make whipped coffee without a stand mixer: Use a blender, a milk frother, or a mixing bowl with an electric hand mixer.

What brand coffee is best for this recipe? Maple whipped coffee can be made with any brand of instant coffee. But a dark roast is not recommended because of its bitter taste. Instant coffee with milk powder is also not recommended as it won’t whip up. Espresso powder or espresso granules can be used for this recipe. Just reduce the amount, as their flavor is strong and bold.

Can I use ground coffee instead of instant coffee? No. Ground coffee cannot be used with this recipe. Do not use fresh ground coffee beans. And while brewed coffee will whip up, it will never reach that desirable, luscious, meringue foam thickness.

Expert tip for whipped coffee: Use very hot water to quickly dissolve the coffee granules. This allows the topping to whip up faster. If hand whisking the mixture, use a large bowl so air can circulate around the topping so it’s light and fluffy.

  • Prep Time: 5 Minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 Minutes
  • Category: Drinks
  • Method: Whipping
  • Cuisine: American
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  1. This whipped coffee looks so delicious and very yummy! My daughter and I are going to be so obsessed with this drink especially in the mornings! Excited to show her!