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Coffee-flavored hard candy (small) Calories
Small coffee-flavored hard candy, contains sugar and coffee flavor.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (small) of Coffee-flavored hard candy (small) (5 g) has 20 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.9 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Coffee-flavored hard candy (small) Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 5 g
20
KCAL / 5G
Carbs
4.9g
· 2% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% 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 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
Coffee-flavored hard candy (small) nutrition facts table · 1 piece (small) (5 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 20 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 0.1 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.9 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
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 Coffee-flavored hard candy (small)?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 5 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra small) | 3 g | 12 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 7 g | 27 kcal |
| 2 piece (small) | 10 g | 39 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 10 g | 39 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 20 g | 78 kcal |
| 5 piece (small) | 25 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 pack (small) | 50 g | 195 kcal |
| 10 piece (small) | 50 g | 195 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 390 kcal |
Calculated from 390 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Coffee-flavored hard candy (small)
Does coffee-flavored hard candy contain caffeine?
It may or may not contain caffeine. Candy made with coffee extract can contain some, while candy using only coffee flavoring may have little or none; the ingredient list is the best way to tell for a specific product.
Is coffee-flavored hard candy made with real coffee?
Not always. Some versions use coffee or coffee extract, while others get their taste from flavoring alone. A coffee-like flavor does not mean the candy contains brewed coffee or enough coffee solids to provide the same effects.
Can coffee-flavored hard candy keep you awake?
Usually, one piece is unlikely to affect sleep unless it contains caffeine and you are sensitive to it. Since caffeine content varies by product, avoid relying on the flavor as a guide if you are limiting caffeine before bed.
Can you dissolve coffee-flavored hard candy in hot coffee?
Yes, coffee-flavored hard candy can dissolve in hot coffee and sweeten it as it melts. Stir until it dissolves, and remember that the candy adds sugar; adding it to an already sweet drink may make it overly sweet.
Is coffee-flavored hard candy bad for your teeth?
It can raise the risk of tooth decay because sucking it keeps sugar in contact with teeth for a prolonged time. Biting hard candy can also crack a tooth or damage dental work, so let it dissolve and rinse with water afterward.
Is coffee-flavored hard candy safe for young children?
No, hard candy is a choking hazard for young children, especially those who may bite or swallow it whole. Keep it away from toddlers and supervise older children while they let the candy dissolve rather than chew it.
Can people with diabetes eat coffee-flavored hard candy?
Coffee-flavored hard candy can raise blood glucose because it is made primarily with sugar. Anyone managing diabetes should count its carbohydrates within their eating plan; people whose blood glucose targets or medication affect that choice should ask their clinician.
How is coffee-flavored hard candy made?
It is generally made by cooking a sugar mixture until it hardens, adding coffee flavor, then shaping it into small pieces. Commercial versions are ultra-processed sweets, and their additional ingredients can differ from one product to another.
Can coffee-flavored hard candy soothe a sore throat?
It may briefly stimulate saliva and ease a dry or scratchy feeling, but it does not treat the cause of a sore throat. Because it is sugary, frequent sucking is not a good substitute for appropriate care or sugar-free options.
How should you store coffee-flavored hard candy?
Store coffee-flavored hard candy in a sealed container in a cool, dry place. Moisture can make the pieces sticky, and heat can soften or melt them; close the package tightly after opening to help preserve their texture.
Coffee-flavored hard candy (small) Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Iron
0.01mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0.05mg · 0% DV
Calcium
0.1mg · 0% DV
Phosphorus
0.05mg · 0% DV
Sodium
0.1mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
0.05mg · 0% DV
Coffee-flavored hard candy (small) Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Coffee-flavored hard candy (small)
To burn the 20 calories in 1 piece (small) (5 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Coffee-flavored hard candy (small)?
Coffee-flavored hard candy (small) is a sugar-based sweet cooked until firm and flavoured to evoke coffee. It comes as a small, individually portioned piece that you suck or let dissolve rather than chew like a soft toffee.
Its hard, slowly melting texture and sweet coffee taste make it an easy after-meal treat or a simple sweet alongside tea. In places where coffee is commonly served after a meal, it can echo those flavours without being a substitute for a cup of coffee. It is mainly sugar: 100 g provides 97 g of carbohydrates, with no fibre. If you want a lighter treat, stick to one small piece and enjoy it with unsweetened tea or coffee.
How Nutritious Is Coffee-flavored hard candy (small)?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
Low
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 Coffee-flavored hard candy (small) Processed?
NOVA 4
Ultra-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 Coffee-flavored hard candy (small) Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Coffee-flavored hard candy (small) Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Coffee-flavored hard candy (small) Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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