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Caffeine-free coffee alternative prepared with semi-skimmed milk
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Chicory coffee with semi-skimmed milk (240 g) has 70 calories. That works out to 29 calories per 100 g. It contains 9.1 g of carbs, 3.8 g of protein, 2.2 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 0.5 µg of B12 covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 34 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
70
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
9.1g
· 3% DV
Protein
3.8g
· 8% DV
Fat
2.2g
· 3% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 51% · Protein 21% · Fat 28%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 70 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.2 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 1.32 g | 7% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 58 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 9.1 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% |
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 | 70 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 ounce (whole) | 30 g | 9 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 29 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 150 g | 44 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 52 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 87 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 350 g | 102 kcal |
Calculated from 29 calories per 100 g.
Chicory coffee with semi-skimmed milk is a drink made from roasted chicory root and milk, rather than coffee beans. It is a naturally caffeine-free coffee-style alternative, with a milder, rounded taste from the milk.
No, chicory coffee with semi-skimmed milk made from pure chicory root is caffeine-free. Blends that also contain coffee or another caffeinated ingredient are an exception, so the drink’s ingredients matter.
Make chicory coffee with semi-skimmed milk by preparing chicory root granules or powder as directed, then adding warmed semi-skimmed milk. Some products dissolve directly in hot water, while others need brewing, so follow the product’s preparation instructions.
It has a roasted, slightly bitter flavour that can remind you of coffee, but chicory coffee with semi-skimmed milk does not taste identical to brewed coffee. The milk softens the bitterness, and there is no coffee-bean aroma.
Usually, chicory coffee with semi-skimmed milk is not brewed exactly like ground coffee: instant chicory dissolves, while some roasted-root products need a filter or another brewing method. Check the product instructions before putting it in a coffee machine.
Chicory root naturally contains inulin, but the amount in chicory coffee with semi-skimmed milk varies with the product and preparation. A brewed cup should not be assumed to provide the same amount as a chicory-root or inulin supplement.
No, chicory coffee with semi-skimmed milk does not cause weight loss on its own. It can replace a caffeinated or sweetened drink, but adding sugar or syrup increases its energy content and can change that comparison.
Yes, chicory coffee with semi-skimmed milk is caffeine-free when made from pure chicory, so it avoids caffeine’s stimulating effect before bed. If milk close to bedtime bothers your digestion, have a smaller serving or drink it earlier.
Refrigerate leftover chicory coffee with semi-skimmed milk promptly in a covered container and use it soon, as you would other milk-based drinks. Reheat it thoroughly and stir before drinking; do not leave it sitting out for hours.
Ask your pregnancy care provider whether chicory coffee with semi-skimmed milk is right for you. Pure chicory is caffeine-free, but pregnancy guidance about herbal-root products can vary, and the drink still contains milk.
Vitamins
B12
0.53µg · 22% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
B5
0.67mg · 13% DV
Biotin
2.88µg · 10% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
110mg · 16% DV
Calcium
139mg · 14% DV
Iodine
12µg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
228mg · 7% DV
Sodium
58mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 70 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Chicory coffee with semi-skimmed milk combines a drink made from roasted chicory root with milk. Chicory has long been used in Europe as a coffee substitute; unlike coffee made from beans, this drink is naturally caffeine-free.
Roasting gives it a deep, slightly bitter flavour, while the milk softens the taste and adds a smooth, creamy texture. It is served hot or cold, often at breakfast or as an everyday alternative to a milky coffee. The chicory provides a little fibre, and the milk contributes protein and carbohydrates; the drink is not simply black coffee with a different flavour. For a lighter cup, leave out added sugar, or adjust the amount of milk to suit your taste.
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
1.32g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.53g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.14g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.