Vegan Dalgona coffee: Creamy, simple and perfect for your summer

Why you should definitely try this coffee

Vegan Dalgona coffee is more than just an alternative – for many it is even the better version. Why? Because plant-based milks such as oat milk or almond milk give the whole thing a very unique, often even more pleasant touch.

And honestly: if you're on Pinterest or your blog, THAT is exactly the type of content that works. Vegan, aesthetic, easy to imitate.

The basic recipe for vegan Dalgona coffee

Ingredients (for 1 glass)

• 2 tbsp instant coffee
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 2 tbsp hot water
• 200 ml plant-based milk
• Ice cubes (optional)

Important:
The coffee foam is ALWAYS vegan – the only difference is the milk. I really like using these vegan oat milk from oatly*

Preparation step by step:

1. Place coffee, sugar and hot water in a bowl
2. Beat with a mixer or milk frother
3. Mix until you get a thick cream
4. Fill the glass with ice and plant-based milk
5. Add coffee foam on top

Your vegan Dalgona coffee is ready.

The Best Plant-Based Milks (And Which Ones You Should Really Use)

1. Oat milk – the clear winner

Advantages:

• creamy
• slightly sweet
• perfect for coffee

Recommendation:

• Oatly Barista oat milk*

This is my clear number 1.

Advantages:

• fewer calories
• subtle taste

Recommendation:

• Alpro Almond Milk Unsweetened*

Advantages:

• exotic taste
• perfect for summer vibes

But:
Not everyone likes the intense taste.

Recommendation:

• Alpro Barista Coconut*

Now we come to the point that is often underestimated:
👉 Your result depends on your tool.

Perfect for:

• Beginners
• small quantities
• quick results

Recommendation:

• Milk frother*
• electric milk frother*

Advantages:

• fast
• stable cream
• perfect for content

Products:

• Bosch hand mixer MFQ3540*
• Philips hand mixer HR3741/00*

For me, stylish glasses for a Dalgona coffee (or any other coffee) are a must. The coffee tastes much better that way, right? Here you will find some glass recommendations that I like to use myself

Products:

• KIVY drinking glasses*
• ElbFuchs double-walled glasses*
• Borosilicate glass*
• Cosumy 6 glasses*

Common mistakes (and how to avoid them)

1. The cream does not set

Cause:

• wrong coffee

Solution:

• only use instant coffee

Recommendations:

• Nescafé Classic Instant Coffee*
• Mount Hagen organic instant coffee*

2. The coffee tastes too bitter

👉 Solution:

• more sugar
• use mild coffee

3. Plant-based milk tastes “weird”

👉 Solution:

• Use Barista version
• Change brand (big difference!)

5 creative vegan Dalgona variants

You can easily add the following ingredients to the recipe above:

1. Vanilla Dalgona

• vanilla extract

2. Chocolate Dalgona

• Cocoa powder

3. Protein Dalgona

• vegan protein powder

4. Caramel Dalgona

• Caramel syrup

5. Iced Deluxe Version

• Ice cubes + syrup + toppings

Why vegan Dalgona coffee often tastes even better

Many people assume that the classic version is “better” – but that is not true. Plant-based milk often has a natural sweetness that makes the coffee much more harmonious. Oat milk in particular ensures that the taste appears rounder and is less bitter. This means: You often even need less sugar without missing anything. This is a real advantage, especially if you want to live a healthier life in the long term.

Another point that is often underestimated: wholesomeness. Many people tolerate plant-based alternatives much better than cow's milk. This makes vegan Dalgona coffee not only an ethical or sustainable choice, but also a practical one. Less feeling of fullness, less “heaviness” – but more enjoyment.

If you want your drink to not only taste good but also look like it came from a café, it's all about the details. For example, use well-chilled milk and clear ice cubes so that the layers settle nicely. A little trick: Slowly pour the milk over the ice cubes before putting the cream on top – this will give you that typical “layered look” that immediately catches the eye on Pinterest.

For the final touch, you can work with toppings. A touch of cocoa powder, a little cinnamon or a few drops of syrup make a huge difference in terms of appearance and taste. And it's exactly these little details that ultimately ensure that your content is not only good – but is saved and shared.

Conclusion

Vegan Dalgona coffee is:

• simply
• cheap
• visually strong
• perfect for your online business

And the best:
You can start today.