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Dalgona milk coffee Calories
Sweet whipped instant coffee served with milk
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Dalgona milk coffee (250 g) has 195 calories. That works out to 78 calories per 100 g. It contains 29 g of carbs, 6 g of protein, 6.5 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 0.8 µg of B12 covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 42 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Dalgona milk coffee Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 250 g
195
KCAL / 250G
Carbs
29g
· 11% DV
Protein
6g
· 12% DV
Fat
6.5g
· 8% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 58% · Protein 12% · Fat 30%
Dalgona milk coffee nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (250 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 195 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.5 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 4 g | 20% |
| Trans fat | 0.2 g | |
| Sodium | 95 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 29 g | 11% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 6 g | 12% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Dalgona milk coffee?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 250 g | 195 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 18 g | 14 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 36 g | 28 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 220 g | 172 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 234 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 273 kcal |
Calculated from 78 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Dalgona milk coffee
How do you make Dalgona milk coffee?
To make Dalgona milk coffee, whip instant coffee, sugar and hot water in equal amounts until the mixture is thick and pale. Spoon the foam over a glass of cold or hot milk, then stir it in before drinking.
What is the best ratio for Dalgona milk coffee?
A reliable starting ratio for Dalgona milk coffee is equal amounts of instant coffee, sugar and hot water. Whip those ingredients into a thick foam, then spoon it over milk; adjust the milk separately to suit how strong you like the drink.
Why is Dalgona milk coffee called Dalgona?
Dalgona milk coffee takes its name from dalgona, a Korean honeycomb-style candy that its whipped coffee topping resembles. The drink became especially popular through social media in 2020, although whipped coffee preparations existed elsewhere before that trend.
Why does the foam on Dalgona milk coffee collapse?
The foam on Dalgona milk coffee can collapse if it is under-whipped, too watery or left standing for too long. Use instant coffee and whip the mixture until thick; adding the foam to the milk just before serving helps preserve its shape.
Can you make Dalgona milk coffee ahead of time?
You can whip the topping for Dalgona milk coffee ahead, but it may lose volume or separate while it sits. Keep it covered in the refrigerator and briefly rewhip it before serving; assemble the drink with milk close to serving time.
Can you make Dalgona milk coffee with decaf coffee?
Yes, Dalgona milk coffee works with instant decaf coffee, so you can enjoy the whipped topping with less caffeine. Choose instant decaf rather than brewed decaf; brewed coffee usually does not create the thick foam needed for the classic drink.
Does Dalgona milk coffee taste like caramel?
No, Dalgona milk coffee does not automatically taste like caramel. Its name refers to the resemblance between the whipped topping and dalgona candy, not to caramel being an ingredient; the drink tastes of sweetened coffee and milk unless you add a caramel flavouring.
Can you make Dalgona milk coffee without sugar?
Yes, you can make Dalgona milk coffee without sugar, but the foam may be less stable than the traditional sweetened version. Whip instant coffee with hot water until it thickens, and serve it promptly over milk rather than letting the topping sit.
Can you use oat milk in Dalgona milk coffee?
Yes, oat milk works in Dalgona milk coffee because the whipped topping is made separately from the milk. Pour the oat milk into your glass and spoon the coffee foam on top; the drink will taste different from one made with dairy milk.
Does Dalgona milk coffee have more caffeine than regular coffee?
Not necessarily; the caffeine in Dalgona milk coffee depends on how much instant coffee goes into its whipped topping. Milk and whipping do not remove caffeine, so compare the coffee used in each drink rather than judging by the size or appearance of the foam.
Dalgona milk coffee Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.8µg · 33% DV
B2
0.35mg · 27% DV
B5
0.7mg · 14% DV
Biotin
3µg · 10% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
185mg · 26% DV
Calcium
230mg · 23% DV
Iodine
20µg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
375mg · 11% DV
Sodium
95mg · 4% DV
Dalgona milk coffee Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Dalgona milk coffee
To burn the 195 calories in 1 cup (medium) (250 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Dalgona milk coffee?
Dalgona milk coffee is a whipped coffee drink popularised in South Korea. Instant coffee, sugar and hot water are beaten into a thick, airy foam, then spooned over milk. It is often served cold, though warm milk works too; stir the layers together before drinking.
The foam tastes sweet and distinctly coffee-like, with a light, creamy texture that softens once it meets the milk. It makes an easy at-home iced coffee or a dessert-like afternoon pick-me-up, and pairs well with a plain biscuit or toast. Its nutrition is shaped largely by the sweetened coffee topping, so reducing the sugar is a simple way to make the cup less sweet and lighter.
How Nutritious Is Dalgona milk coffee?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Dalgona milk coffee Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Dalgona milk coffee Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Dalgona milk coffee Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Dalgona milk coffee Fat Profile
SATURATED
4g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.75g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.25g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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