If you thought coffee trends had already peaked with pumpkin spice lattes, whipped coffee came along and proved us all wrong. Remember 2020, when the internet collectively became baristas in their kitchens? Yep, that trend was Dalgona coffee (AKA whipped coffee), and it’s not just pretty — it’s delicious, too. 

But we’re not stopping there. We’re taking whipped coffee to the next level with mushroom coffee. It’s like regular whipped coffee, but with more benefits for focus, relaxation, gut health, skin health, and immunity.

The Best Whipped Mushroom Coffee Recipe

Before we get into why whipped coffee works and all the hacks you didn’t know you needed, let’s talk about the reason you’re here: whipped mushroom coffee. Our Mushroom Coffee+ makes it easy to whip up a creamy coffee with even more benefits than your regular cuppa. 

Here’s how to make it:

Ingredients (Serves 1):

• 1 tbs Everyday Dose Mushroom Coffee+ (the scoop works perfectly)
• 1 tbs granulated sugar 
• 1 tbs hot water (nearly boiling)
• 1 cup milk (chilled if iced)
• Ice cubes (optional, but highly recommended for iced drinks)

• Optional garnish: Cocoa powder, cinnamon, or a drizzle of chocolate syrup

Directions:

1. Combine Everyday Dose Mushroom Coffee+, sugar, and hot water in a mixing bowl. 
2. Use a hand whisk (three to five minutes) or an electric mixer (one to two minutes) until the mixture is light, glossy, and thick enough to hold peaks.
3. Fill a glass with ice and pour in your milk of choice.
4. Spoon the whipped mushroom coffee foam over the milk, letting it cascade dramatically down the sides.
5. Dust with cocoa or cinnamon to make it fancy.
6. Sip and enjoy.

How Does Whipped Coffee Work?

It all comes down to the magic of instant coffee granules. Unlike brewed coffee, instant coffee contains stabilizers that help trap air when whipped, creating that iconic frothy texture. Sugar isn’t just for sweetness, either — it acts like scaffolding, keeping the foam from collapsing too quickly. 

If your foam looks sad and soupy, chances are you didn’t whip long enough. If it’s grainy, your sugar didn’t fully dissolve. And if you try to use regular brewed coffee rather than instant coffee, spoiler alert: It won’t work. 

How To Customize It

Regular whipped coffee is delicious, but what about when you’re tired of the same old thing? Here are some ways you can spice up your cup (literally).

Flavors and Add-Ins

The first way you can alter your drink is with flavors. Here are some of our favorites:

• Cocoa powder
• Vanilla extract
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• Ground cinnamon
• Salted caramel drizzle
• Pumpkin pie spice
• Peppermint extract

Milk and Milk Alternatives

Traditionalists go with whole milk for a creamy, café-style texture, but you can also try plant-based milks. Oat milk is a popular option because it’s naturally sweet and froths like a dream. Almond milk adds a nutty flavor, while soy milk gives you a protein boost along with that silky finish. Lastly, coconut milk makes the drink taste like a tropical vacation in disguise, especially when served iced. 

The trick is to choose a milk or alternative that complements the flavor of your foam. For our mushroom coffee, oat or almond milk tends to balance the earthy notes best. 

Health-Conscious Swaps

Whipped coffee doesn’t have to be a sugar bomb to taste amazing. With a few simple swaps, you can lighten things up while keeping the indulgence factor high.

Here are some alternatives you can try:

• Natural Sweeteners : Try coconut sugar, honey, or maple syrup for natural alternatives, opens in a new tab.
• Low Carb : Stevia, monk fruit, or erythritol will work, though they may not whip quite as fluffy.
• Lower-Fat Milk : Skim milk or unsweetened almond milk trims down calories without losing froth.
• Caffeine Control : Our Mushroom Coffee+ already offers less caffeine than a regular cup of joe (only 45mg per serving), but you can halve the serving if your caffeine sensitivity, opens in a new tab is extra high.
• Sugar-Free Toppings : Skip the syrup drizzle and dust with unsweetened cocoa or cinnamon instead.
  

Iced mushroom coffee

Can You Make Whipped Coffee Ahead of Time?

Here’s the truth: Whipped coffee foam is at its prime fresh out of the bowl. After an hour, the peaks deflate, and your beloved topping becomes more of a sauce. That doesn’t mean you’re out of luck, though. Whipped coffee actually freezes beautifully. 

Scoop dollops of it onto a parchment-lined tray, freeze solid, then stash them in an airtight container. Later, just plop a frozen cube onto a glass of milk, and voilà! Some coffee lovers even treat it like ice cream, eating it straight from the freezer. 

How Much Caffeine Is in Whipped Mushroom Coffee?

Classic whipped coffee uses instant coffee, and the caffeine content depends on the brand. On average, you’re looking at around 60 to 90 mg of caffeine, opens in a new tab per serving, but it can swing higher or lower depending on how generous your spoonful is. 

Obviously, our Mushroom Coffee+ is different. Each serving contains a gentler amount of caffeine combined with functional ingredients like collagen, L-theanine, and adaptogenic mushrooms, opens in a new tab. These ingredients can provide benefits throughout the body, as well as counteract the side effects of caffeine, opens in a new tab to keep the jitters at an all-time low.

Nutrition-wise, the sugar is optional, and swapping in non-dairy milk can make it lighter. Just remember that this is more of an indulgent treat than a health shake, even with the mushroom coffee.

The Bottom Line

Whipped coffee may have started as an internet trend, but it’s here to stay because it’s just that good. The classic recipe is simple, but with our Mushroom Coffee+, you can get the delicious flavor and trendy look along with some seriously out-of-this-world benefits. 

Add in your favorite flavors, swap out the milk, or go with healthier alternatives to make it truly your own. And, if you’re looking for some more inspiration on how to use your new mushroom coffee, check out our recipe page, opens in a new tab today.

Sources:

Instant Coffee | USDA, opens in a new tab

What is Dalgona coffee? The whipped coffee trend taking over the internet during coronavirus isolation | The Conversation

Facts About Sugar and Sugar Substitutes | Johns Hopkins Medicine, opens in a new tab

A double-blind, placebo-controlled study evaluating the effects of caffeine and L-theanine both alone and in combination on cerebral blood flow, cognition and mood | PMC