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Caffeine-free, fiber-rich, milky beverage
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Chicory coffee with milk (200 g) has 90 calories. That works out to 45 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.4 g of carbs, 3.4 g of protein, 2.4 g of fat and 3.2 g of fiber. Its 104 mg of Phosphorus covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
90
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
12.4g
· 5% DV
Protein
3.4g
· 7% DV
Fat
2.4g
· 3% DV
Fiber
3.2g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 58% · Protein 16% · Fat 26%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 90 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.4 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 1.4 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 84 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.4 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 3.2 g | 11% |
| Protein | 3.4 g | 7% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 90 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 100 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 54 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 81 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 250 g | 113 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 135 kcal |
| 1 cup (extra large) | 400 g | 180 kcal |
Calculated from 45 calories per 100 g.
Pure chicory coffee with milk is caffeine-free because it is made from roasted chicory root, not coffee beans. Some blends combine chicory with regular coffee, so check the ingredients if you need to avoid caffeine completely.
Chicory coffee with milk has a roasted, earthy flavor that can remind people of coffee, but it is usually milder and may taste slightly sweet. Milk softens its bitterness, though it does not make it taste exactly like brewed coffee.
No, pure chicory coffee with milk is made with roasted chicory root rather than coffee beans. Products sold as chicory blends may include actual coffee, so read the ingredients if you want a completely caffeine-free drink.
Brew ground chicory root in hot water, or dissolve instant chicory coffee in hot water, then add warmed or cold milk. Follow the product’s brewing directions, since instant chicory and loose roasted root are prepared differently.
Yes, chicory coffee with milk can cause gas or bloating in some people because chicory root contains inulin, a fermentable fiber. If you notice discomfort, try a smaller serving; the milk may also bother you if you have trouble digesting lactose.
Yes, chicory coffee with milk is caffeine-free, so it is less likely than regular coffee to interfere with sleep through caffeine. A milky drink can still trigger reflux or discomfort for some people, so avoid it near bedtime if that happens to you.
Yes, chicory coffee with milk works as an iced drink. Dissolve instant chicory or brew the root with hot water first, let it cool, then add cold milk and ice; loose-ground chicory may need filtering.
No, chicory coffee with milk does not need added sugar. Roasted chicory has a naturally mellow, sometimes slightly sweet flavor, and milk rounds it out; add a sweetener only if you prefer a sweeter drink.
Yes, you can make chicory coffee with a plant-based milk instead of dairy milk. Oat, soy, or almond drinks each change the flavor and texture, and some may separate in hot chicory, so warm and pour them gradually.
Refrigerate leftover chicory coffee with milk promptly in a covered container rather than leaving it at room temperature. It is best freshly made; discard it if its smell, appearance, or taste changes, and reheat only the amount you plan to drink.
Vitamins
B5
0.7mg · 14% DV
B2
0.18mg · 14% DV
Biotin
4µg · 13% DV
B12
0.3µg · 13% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
104mg · 15% DV
Calcium
130mg · 13% DV
Iodine
16µg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
320mg · 9% DV
Sodium
84mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 90 calories in 1 cup (medium) (200 g):
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Chicory coffee with milk is made by brewing roasted chicory root rather than coffee beans, then adding milk. It has a toasty, earthy flavour with a gentle bitterness; milk makes the cup creamier and softens that edge. It is caffeine-free and provides some fibre.
In places where chicory drinks are familiar, it is often served hot at breakfast or as an everyday alternative to coffee; elsewhere, it can be enjoyed much like a milky coffee. Have it on its own or with toast or a small snack. Adjust the amount of milk to your taste, and leave out added sugar if you prefer a less sweet cup.
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.
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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.1g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.