Keto Mocha Dalgona Coffee

Name: Keto Mocha Dalgona Coffee
Prep time: 5 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: 2.5 tablespoons instant coffee or espresso; 2.5 tablespoons powdered monkfruit or erythritol; 4 teaspoons hot boiling water; 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder; 2 cups unsweetened macadamia nut milk or other nut milk

By Annie Lampella, Pharm.D.

Published March 31, 2020 • Updated November 22, 2025

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A fun twist on a traditional mocha. This keto mocha dalonga coffee is a chocolate verison of the popular whipped coffee sensation.

keto mocha dalgona coffee with whipped cream on top

low-carb whipped coffee with chocolate flavor in a glass with layered cream

5 Mins

Nutrition Facts

Servings

Calories

4.8g

Fat

Protein

0.5g

Net Carb

1.5g

Total Carbs

Disclaimer: The nutrition information provided is an estimate and is for informational purposes only. I am a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.); however, this content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or other qualified health provider before making any lifestyle changes or beginning a new nutrition program.

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Keto Mocha Dalgona Coffee Ingredients

2.5 tablespoons instant coffee or espresso
2.5 tablespoons powdered monkfruit or erythritol
4 teaspoons hot boiling water
1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
2 cups unsweetened macadamia nut milk or other nut milk

Keto Mocha Dalgona Coffee Directions

STEP

1

Get a small bowl

In a small bowl, add coffee, sweetener and hot water.
STEP

2

Mix & whisk

Using an electric mixer, mix until smooth, frothy and ribbons form at the top when pulling the whisk out of the mixture. You can whisk by hand too, but this will take around 10 minutes.
STEP

3

Cocoa powder

Add cocoa powder.
STEP

4

Get the nut milk

Pour 1 cup of cold or hot nut milk into a glass. Top with half of the Dalgona coffee foam.

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Whipped coffee has taken the internet by storm. All over Instagram and TikTok, you see people showing off their creamy, foamy coffee drinks. Dalgona coffee is a popular whipped coffee drink that has been viral all over the internet. It’s popularity originated in South Korea; however, it’s been a favorite in India for years. Dalgona coffee can be enjoyed hot or cold. It is a layered drink of cream or nut milk and a smooth coffee foam on top. It is made using instant coffee and a sweetener. To add a chocolate flavor, we add cocoa powder to create a mocha dalgona coffee that is worthy of any coffeehouse brew.

Instant Coffee for Mocha Dalgona Coffee

To make Dalgona coffee you have to use instant coffee. It will not work if you use regular ground coffee. Any type of instant coffee will work – regular coffee or espresso. Avoid any coffees with MCT oils or creamers in them as well. The fats in the creamers and MCT can cause the whip to fall flat and not retain volume. The cocoa powder does this to come extent too. But you will still end up with a whipped coffee consistency.

Sweetener for Keto Mocha Dalgona Coffee

The second main ingredient in Dalgona coffee is sugar; however, traditional Dalgona coffee has 5 teaspoons of sugar to the coffee whip. That equates to 20 grams of carbohydrates. It’s easy to turn your whipped mocha into a keto friendly mocha dalgona coffee by using alternative sweeteners like monkfruit and erythritol. I have found that the powdered verisons of these keto sugar replacers work the best since they dissolve better. The brands I recommend are Lakanto and Swerve. The sweetener is an essential component to making whipped mocha coffee because reacts with the instant coffee to produce a volume heavy foam.

Milk Options for Keto Whipped Coffee Mocha

Besides coffee and sweetener, the third main ingredient you need to make a keto mocha dalgona coffee is cream or nut milk. Traditionally, dalgona coffee is made with milk; however, milk is higher in carbs compared to more keto friendly options like heavy cream or nut milks. The nut milk I prefer is macadamia nut milk. I like to use macadamia nut milk because it is creamy, unflavored and contains very low carbohydrates, but you can use all heavy cream or other nut milks. You could even use half and half (although it is higher in carbohydrates). Other Nut Milk Options:

almond milk
cashew milk
pili nut milk
hemp milk

Chocolate Options to Create a Mocha Whipped Coffee

glass of sugar free mocha dalgona coffee next to chunks of chocolate

To make a keto mocha dalgona coffee, you need to add 100% unsweetened cocoa powder to yield a chocolately flavor. Make sure you get the 100% unsweetened kind since some cocoa powders tend to loaded with sugar. If you didn’t want to use cocoa powder, you could try using ChocZero Chocolate Syrup. Their syrups are sugar free and sugar alcohol free. Add 2.5 tablespoons to the instant coffee and it will produce a beautifully whipped coffee. Save 10% off your order with code KETOFOCUS at checkout.

Whisking Dalgona Coffee

I recommend using an electric mixer to whip your coffee foam. It will only take a few mintues to acheive a velvety smooth foam. If you don’t have an electric mixer, you can whisk the coffee by hand. It will just take longer – about 8-10 minutes of constant whisking to produce the stable foam.

Whipped Coffee Variations

three different types of keto dalgona coffees on a board

Everyone loves mochas! However, there are different Dalgona coffee variations you should try! Try these fun whipped coffee varations:

Hot or Iced Keto Mocha Dalgona Coffee Drink

You can enjoy a hot keto mocha dalgona or and iced dalgona as this beverage can be served over hot or cold milk options.

Keto Mocha Dalgona Coffee: FAQS

Can I use regular sugar instead of powdered monkfruit or erythritol?

For a keto-friendly option, it's best to stick with monkfruit or erythritol, as regular sugar will add carbs. If you're not concerned about carbs, you can substitute with regular sugar, but it will change the nutritional profile.

What if I don't have unsweetened cocoa powder?

If you don't have unsweetened cocoa powder, you can use Dutch-processed cocoa as a substitute, but keep in mind that it may slightly alter the flavor and sweetness.

How do I store leftover mocha dalgona coffee?

If you have leftover whipped coffee, you can store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Just give it a good stir before serving again!

Can I use a different nut milk?

Absolutely! While unsweetened macadamia nut milk is great for this recipe, you can use any unsweetened nut milk of your choice, such as almond or coconut milk.

Is this recipe vegan?

Yes, this keto mocha dalgona coffee is vegan-friendly since it uses plant-based ingredients like nut milk and doesn't include any animal products.

Nutritional information & Macros

Amount Per Serving
Calories	55
Fat	4.8g
Protein	1g
Total Carbs	1.5g
Net Carbs	0.5g

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About Annie Lampella, Pharm.D.

Annie Lampella is a Doctor of Pharmacy, mom, and the recipe creator behind KetoFocus. With a B.S. in Genetics from UC Davis and a Pharm.D., she has over 11 years of experience developing family-friendly keto recipes based on the science of human metabolism. She is the author of the Protein Packed cookbook, published by Victory Belt Publishing.

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