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Café au lait with whole milk Calories
Coffee with whole milk; moderate calories with some protein and calcium.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Café au lait with whole milk (240 g) has 94 calories. That works out to 39 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.2 g of carbs, 4.8 g of protein, 5 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of B2 covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Café au lait with whole milk Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
94
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
7.2g
· 3% DV
Protein
4.8g
· 10% DV
Fat
5g
· 6% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 31% · Protein 21% · Fat 48%
Café au lait with whole milk nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (240 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 94 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 3.12 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0.19 g | |
| Sodium | 67 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.2 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 4.8 g | 10% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Café au lait with whole milk?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 94 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 ounce (mini) | 30 g | 12 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 39 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 59 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 70 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 117 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 360 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 cup (extra large) | 480 g | 187 kcal |
Calculated from 39 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Café au lait with whole milk
What is café au lait with whole milk?
Café au lait with whole milk is a French-style drink made by combining brewed coffee with hot whole milk. It is usually prepared with drip or other brewed coffee rather than espresso, and the milk gives it a smooth, creamy taste.
What is the difference between café au lait with whole milk and a latte?
Café au lait with whole milk is typically made with brewed coffee and hot milk, while a latte is made with espresso. Café au lait often uses roughly equal amounts of coffee and milk; a latte usually has more milk and a layer of microfoam.
How do you make café au lait with whole milk at home?
Brew a strong cup of coffee, warm whole milk separately, then combine them in a mug. Avoid boiling the milk, which can affect its taste. You can froth it lightly, but café au lait does not need the thick foam associated with some espresso drinks.
What is the coffee-to-milk ratio for café au lait with whole milk?
A common starting point for café au lait with whole milk is equal parts brewed coffee and hot milk. Use more coffee for a bolder drink or more milk for a milder, creamier one. Adjust the balance to suit your taste.
Can you make café au lait with whole milk using espresso?
Yes, you can make café au lait with whole milk using espresso, but it will taste more concentrated than the traditional brewed-coffee version. Add hot milk to the espresso and adjust the amount until the drink is as strong or mild as you like.
Does café au lait with whole milk have caffeine?
Yes, café au lait with whole milk contains caffeine because it is made with coffee. The amount varies with the coffee beans, brewing method, and quantity used. Adding milk softens the flavor but does not remove the caffeine.
Can café au lait with whole milk be made iced?
Yes, café au lait with whole milk can be served iced. Let the brewed coffee cool, mix it with cold whole milk, and add ice. Cooling the coffee first helps prevent the ice from melting quickly and diluting the drink.
Does whole milk make café au lait with whole milk taste different?
Yes, whole milk makes café au lait with whole milk taste richer and creamier than versions made with lower-fat milk. Its texture rounds out coffee’s bitterness, so the drink may taste milder even though the coffee itself has not changed.
What kind of coffee is best for café au lait with whole milk?
A full-bodied brewed coffee works well in café au lait with whole milk because its flavor still comes through after milk is added. Drip coffee or French press coffee are practical choices; very light brews can taste subdued in the finished drink.
Is café au lait with whole milk a good drink before bed?
Café au lait with whole milk is not an ideal bedtime drink for people sensitive to caffeine, since coffee may interfere with falling asleep. If you want the same warm, milky style later in the day, make it with decaffeinated brewed coffee.
Café au lait with whole milk Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.26mg · 20% DV
B12
0.48µg · 20% DV
B5
0.53mg · 11% DV
Biotin
2.88µg · 10% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
137mg · 20% DV
Calcium
173mg · 17% DV
Iodine
19µg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
276mg · 8% DV
Sodium
67mg · 3% DV
Café au lait with whole milk Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Café au lait with whole milk
To burn the 94 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Café au lait with whole milk?
Café au lait with whole milk is a French-style coffee made by combining brewed coffee with warm whole milk. In France, it is a familiar breakfast drink, often served with bread or a pastry. The milk softens coffee’s bitterness and gives the cup a smooth, rounded texture.
Elsewhere, it works just as well at breakfast or as an afternoon coffee, alongside toast, a croissant or a simple biscuit. Without added sugar, it is not especially sweet; its flavour comes from the balance of coffee and creamy milk. The milk also contributes some protein and calcium. For a lighter cup, use less milk or add more coffee.
How Nutritious Is Café au lait with whole milk?
Nutrient density
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Café au lait with whole milk Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Café au lait with whole milk Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Café au lait with whole milk Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Café au lait with whole milk Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.12g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.44g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.7:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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