I can no longer justify spending $8 on a latte from a cafe, and if you feel the same way – this creamy, dreamy whipped honey coffee is the recipe for you! If you love rich affordable coffee drinks that are easy to make and look like they came straight from a fancy cafe, you’re in for a treat! And the best part – you only need two ingredients and about 2 minutes to make this super simple recipe. And if you’re craving something else caffeinated, I have a quick and easy caramel iced coffee recipe, a creamy iced matcha latte, and my cozy masala chai recipe.
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What is Whipped Honey Coffee?
Whipped Honey Coffee is a beverage made by whipping together instant coffee, honey, and hot water until the mixture becomes light and fluffy. Then, it’s poured over ice and milk of your choice. The result? A beautifully layered drink with a rich, velvety foam on top that’s subtly sweet and oh-so-satisfying.
What is the Difference between Whipped Honey Coffee and Dalgona?
While both drinks are similar in that they involve whipped coffee, the key difference between dalgona and honey here is the source of sweetener. Traditional Dalgona coffee uses sugar, giving it a more straightforward sweetness. Whereas whipped honey coffee adds – you guessed it – honey, which brings a subtle floral note to your beverage and makes the coffee feel a little more indulgent. Plus, it’s a natural sweetener, which is a win!
I also think it’s faster to whip the honey because it dissolves easier into the hot water than regular sugar granules – it only takes me about 30 seconds to whip my coffee into a light fluff. You can keep whipping for about 3-5 minutes total depending on your desired texture.
Key Ingredients for Whipped Honey Coffee
- Honey: Any type of honey will work, but liquid honey (versus raw honey which has often solidified) dissolves easier with the hot water so it works better.
- Instant Coffee: This is the base of the whipped topping. Make sure to use instant coffee because regular coffee grounds will not whip.
- Hot Water: Essential for dissolving the coffee and helping it whip up to a fluffy consistency.
- Milk of Choice: Use your favorite milk to create a creamy base. Oat milk, almond milk, or regular dairy milk all work great.
- Ice: Lots of it! Keeps the drink cool and refreshing.
Variations and Substitutions
Use Maple Syrup Instead of Honey: For a fully vegan option, try using maple syrup instead of honey! Works just as well, and tastes super delicious.
Add Heavy Cream: This whipped honey coffee naturally has a light airy texture. But if you want the texture to resemble a thick cold foam or traditional whipped cream, add about 1 tbsp of heavy cream. This also cuts down the strength of the coffee flavor if you prefer to have a milder taste to your coffee.
Add Vanilla: Add a splash of vanilla extract and a sprinkle of cinnamon powder to the coffee mixture for a hint of warmth.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Adding Honey After Whipping. Honey needs to be whipped along with the coffee and hot water to incorporate properly and add sweetness throughout the foam. Solution: Add the honey right at the start with the coffee and hot water.
- Not Using Hot Water. Cold or room temperature water won’t help dissolve the coffee granules, and it will take much longer to achieve the whipped texture. Solution: Use hot (but not boiling) water to make whipping quicker and easier.
- Using Too Much Liquid. Adding more water or honey than specified can make the foam too loose and difficult to hold its shape. Solution: Stick to the ratio of 2 tablespoons instant coffee, 3 tablespoons hot water, and 1 tablespoon honey.
FAQ
This usually happens if the water isn’t hot enough or if you didn’t use instant coffee. Make sure to use hot (but not boiling) water and try whipping it for 3-5 minutes.
Yes, instead of ice, use steamed or hot milk. Top it with the whipped coffee, and enjoy a cozy, frothy latte-style drink.
Whipped Honey Coffee Recipe
Ingredients
Whipped Honey Coffee Fluff
- 2 tbsp instant coffee
- 1 tbsp honey
- 3 tbsp hot water
Other
- milk
- ice
Instructions
- Whisk the Coffee Mixture: Combine the instant coffee, honey, and hot water in a bowl. Whisk vigorously using a milk frother for about 2-4 minutes, or until the mixture becomes thick and frothy.
- Fill Your Glass: Add lots of ice to a tall glass. Pour your milk of choice over the ice, filling the glass about three-quarters full.
- Top with Coffee Foam: Spoon the whipped coffee mixture on top of the milk. Use a spoon or straw to swirl gently if desired.
- Enjoy: Sip slowly and savor the contrast between the creamy milk and fluffy coffee topping!
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Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Whipped honey was all the craze on tiktok in 2020 and this recipe lives up to the viral name. It’s so delicious and saves me money since I can just make this at home!
Whipped coffee is my guilty pleasure from the beginning of the pandemic – it’s still delicious and can be made with instant decaf!
Perfect and not too sweet! Easy to make in the morning. If you like dalgona you should try this!
Can be made. And left out or even canned. If made with honey?