Creamy, frothy, and perfectly sweet, this Vegan Salted Caramel Dalgona Coffee is a dairy-free twist on the whipped coffee trend that took the internet by storm. Featuring a rich homemade salted caramel syrup made with Pascha Vegan Salted Caramel Baking Chips, this refreshing iced coffee is layered with creamy dairy-free milk and topped with a cloud of whipped coffee for an indulgent café-style drink you can make at home.
Whether you're starting your morning, enjoying an afternoon pick-me-up, or serving brunch with friends, this vegan dalgona coffee is surprisingly simple to make and bursting with rich coffee and salted caramel flavor.
Why You'll Love This Vegan Salted Caramel Dalgona Coffee
If you're a coffee lover with a sweet tooth, this recipe combines the best of both worlds. The homemade salted caramel syrup adds buttery caramel flavor while the airy whipped coffee creates a luxurious café-quality drink using just a handful of ingredients.
This recipe is:
- Easy to make with simple ingredients
- Completely vegan and dairy-free
- Perfect for warm-weather coffee cravings
- Made with homemade salted caramel syrup
- Café-worthy without leaving home
- Easily customizable to your preferred sweetness
How to Serve
This Vegan Salted Caramel Dalgona Coffee is perfect for any occasion.
Enjoy it:
- As a refreshing morning coffee
- During weekend brunch
- As an afternoon energy boost
- Alongside vegan pastries or cookies
- With breakfast or dessert
- Garnished with extra Pascha Vegan Salted Caramel Baking Chips or a drizzle of caramel syrup
How We Developed This Recipe
We wanted to elevate the classic dalgona coffee by creating a rich homemade salted caramel syrup instead of relying on store-bought coffee syrups. By simmering coconut milk with organic cane sugar before stirring in Pascha Vegan Salted Caramel Baking Chips, we created a silky, dairy-free syrup that adds incredible depth of flavor.
Layering the caramel syrup with dairy-free milk and fluffy whipped coffee creates a beautiful café-style drink that's as impressive to look at as it is delicious to sip.
Ingredients
For the Salted Caramel Syrup
- ½ cup organic cane sugar
- 1 cup Organic Sweetened Coconut Milk
- ½ cup Pascha Vegan Salted Caramel Baking Chips
For the Dalgona Coffee
- 2 tablespoons organic cane sugar
- 2 tablespoons instant coffee
- 2 tablespoons boiling water
- 4 cups dairy-free milk
- Ice, for serving
Ingredient Breakdown
Pascha Vegan Salted Caramel Baking Chips
These vegan baking chips melt into the homemade syrup, creating rich salted caramel flavor without dairy.
Organic Sweetened Coconut Milk
Sweetened coconut milk creates a creamy, luscious caramel syrup while keeping the recipe completely dairy-free.
Organic Cane Sugar
Used in both the syrup and whipped coffee, cane sugar balances the bitterness of the coffee while helping create the signature fluffy dalgona texture.
Instant Coffee
Instant coffee is essential for creating the thick, airy whipped topping that makes dalgona coffee so iconic.
Dairy-Free Milk
Use your favorite plant-based milk such as oat, almond, soy, or coconut to customize the drink to your taste.
How to Make Vegan Salted Caramel Dalgona Coffee
Step 1: Make the Salted Caramel Syrup
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the sweetened coconut milk and organic cane sugar.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and continue simmering for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove from the heat and stir in the Pascha Vegan Salted Caramel Baking Chips until completely melted and smooth.
Allow the syrup to cool before assembling your drinks.
Step 2: Whip the Coffee
In a medium bowl, combine the instant coffee, organic cane sugar, and boiling water.
Using a milk frother, electric hand mixer, or stand mixer with the whisk attachment, whip the mixture until it becomes thick, light, and fluffy with no liquid remaining.
Step 3: Assemble the Drinks
Fill four glasses with ice.
Drizzle each glass with your desired amount of salted caramel syrup.
Pour dairy-free milk into each glass until about halfway full.
Spoon the whipped coffee over the milk.
Serve with a straw and stir everything together before enjoying.
Pro Tips
- Use freshly boiled water for the fluffiest whipped coffee.
- Instant coffee works best—brewed coffee will not whip.
- Chill the caramel syrup before assembling for the most refreshing drink.
- Adjust the amount of caramel syrup depending on your preferred sweetness.
- Oat milk creates an especially creamy texture.
- Store extra syrup in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make the salted caramel syrup ahead of time?
Yes! Store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to seven days.
Can I use regular brewed coffee?
No. Instant coffee is necessary to create the signature whipped texture.
Which dairy-free milk works best?
Oat milk creates the creamiest consistency, but almond, soy, coconut, or cashew milk all work beautifully.
Can I enjoy this hot?
Absolutely! Warm your dairy-free milk before assembling and spoon the whipped coffee on top for a cozy hot version.
Can I use the salted caramel syrup for other recipes?
Definitely! Drizzle it over pancakes, waffles, ice cream, brownies, oatmeal, or use it to sweeten other coffee drinks.
Additional Pascha Recipes to Try
If you enjoyed this Vegan Salted Caramel Dalgona Coffee, you'll also love:
- Vegan Salted Caramel Chocolate Popcorn Brittle
- No Bake Salted Caramel Cheesecake
- Snickerdoodle Protein Smoothie
- Vegan Dalgona Topped with Chocoalte
- Vegan Chocolate Coffee
- Vegan Whipped Chocolate Whiskey Infused Dalgona Coffee
These recipes are perfect for coffee lovers and anyone who enjoys the rich flavor of Pascha chocolate.
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From beverages to baked goods, The FIX is packed with recipes, chocolate education, and baking inspiration.
Our Sustainability Commitment
Every Pascha product is crafted with thoughtfully sourced organic cacao and a commitment to ethical, transparent farming practices. We believe delicious chocolate should also support people and the planet.
Whether you're baking desserts or creating your favorite coffee drinks, you can feel good knowing Pascha products are made with responsibly sourced ingredients and an unwavering commitment to quality.
Learn more about our sustainability journey and how we're helping create a brighter future for chocolate.
Certifications
Many Pascha products proudly carry certifications including:
- USDA Organic
- Certified Vegan
- Gluten-Free
- Non-GMO Project Verified
- Top 9 Allergen Free
- Rainforest Alliance Certified
Please refer to individual product packaging for the most current certification and allergen information.
