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Caffeine-free coffee alternative with semi-skimmed lactose-free milk
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Chicory coffee with semi-skimmed lactose-free milk (240 g) has 67 calories. That works out to 28 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.6 g of carbs, 3.4 g of protein, 1.9 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 0.4 µg of B12 covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 32 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
67
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
8.6g
· 3% DV
Protein
3.4g
· 7% DV
Fat
1.9g
· 2% DV
Fiber
1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 53% · Protein 21% · Fat 26%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 67 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.9 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 1.2 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 53 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8.6 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| 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) | 240 g | 67 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (double) | 15 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 ounce (mini) | 30 g | 8 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 28 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 150 g | 42 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 50 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 70 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 84 kcal |
Calculated from 28 calories per 100 g.
No, pure chicory coffee is caffeine-free, so this drink is a caffeine-free coffee alternative. Check that the chicory product is not blended with regular coffee, which would add caffeine.
It is made by combining roasted chicory root coffee with semi-skimmed lactose-free milk. This drink is classified as minimally processed; combining these ingredients at home does not make it ultra-processed.
It has a roasted, slightly bitter taste reminiscent of coffee, softened by the milk. Lactose-free milk can taste a little sweeter than regular milk because its lactose has been broken down into simpler sugars.
Prepare the chicory coffee with hot water, then stir in warmed semi-skimmed lactose-free milk. If you have loose or ground chicory rather than instant granules, brew it first and strain it before adding the milk.
Yes, it is caffeine-free, so it avoids the caffeine-related sleep disruption that regular coffee can cause. The milk may still feel filling close to bedtime, so leave time before lying down if that bothers you.
Yes. Make the chicory coffee first and let it cool, then add cold semi-skimmed lactose-free milk and ice. Instant chicory granules may dissolve less readily in cold liquid, so dissolve them in hot water first.
It can in some people. Chicory root contains inulin, a fermentable fiber that may lead to gas or bloating, particularly in people sensitive to it; lactose-free milk does not remove that effect.
Usually, yes: lactose-free milk is often better tolerated by people with lactose intolerance than regular milk. It still contains milk proteins, however, so it is not suitable for someone with a milk allergy.
It can resemble coffee because roasted chicory has a dark, bitter, roasted flavor, but the taste is not identical. It also lacks caffeine, so it will not provide the stimulating effect of regular coffee.
It may bother some people, especially those who react to chicory’s inulin, which can cause gas or bloating. The lactose-free milk avoids lactose-related symptoms for many people with lactose intolerance, but not every possible digestive trigger.
Vitamins
B12
0.43µg · 18% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
Biotin
2.88µg · 10% DV
B5
0.43mg · 9% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
103mg · 15% DV
Calcium
139mg · 14% DV
Iodine
19µg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
221mg · 7% DV
Sodium
53mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 67 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Chicory coffee with semi-skimmed lactose-free milk is made by brewing roasted chicory root or chicory granules, then adding milk. It contains no coffee beans: roasted chicory has long been used as a coffee alternative in parts of Europe and elsewhere. The lactose-free milk makes the drink creamy while keeping the familiar character of a milky hot drink.
Its flavour is roasted and earthy, with a gentle bitterness softened by the milk. Enjoy it hot at breakfast or as an after-meal drink; it can also be served cold. It is caffeine-free and relatively light, with a modest amount of protein from the milk. Try it without added sugar, or pair it with toast or a lightly sweet biscuit.
Low
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
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.48g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.12g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.