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Sugar-based coffee-flavored hard candy; energy-dense and low in micronutrients.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (small) of Coffee hard candy (6 g) has 23 calories. That works out to 390 calories per 100 g. It contains 5.8 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 78 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (small) · 6 g
23
KCAL / 6G
Carbs
5.8g
· 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%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 23 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.1 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 5.8 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (small) | 6 g | 23 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 4 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 8 g | 31 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 10 g | 39 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 12 g | 47 kcal |
| 3 piece (triple) | 18 g | 70 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 20 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 117 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 390 kcal |
Calculated from 390 calories per 100 g.
Some coffee hard candy contains caffeine if it is made with coffee extract or coffee powder; candy flavored only with a non-coffee flavoring may not. The amount varies by product, so check its ingredient information if caffeine matters to you.
Coffee hard candy is typically made by cooking sugar and syrup until they set hard, then adding coffee extract, coffee powder, or coffee flavoring. The exact ingredients vary, so the candy’s ingredient list tells you whether it contains actual coffee.
It can if the candy contains caffeine, especially if you eat it near bedtime or are sensitive to caffeine. Coffee-flavored candy made without caffeinated coffee may not have this effect; the caffeine content varies by product.
Coffee hard candy is made by heating a sugar syrup to a high temperature until it hardens when cooled, then flavoring and shaping it. Making it at home requires care because hot sugar syrup can cause severe burns.
It may briefly ease throat dryness because sucking a hard candy stimulates saliva. Coffee hard candy does not treat the cause of a sore throat, and its sugar can be a downside if you suck on it frequently.
Coffee hard candy absorbs moisture from humid air or damp hands, making its sugary surface sticky. Keep it in a tightly sealed, dry container and avoid storing it somewhere warm or humid.
Store coffee hard candy in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Moisture can make pieces stick together and change their texture; refrigeration is usually unhelpful because condensation can dampen the candy.
Coffee hard candy is usually sugar-based and can raise blood glucose, so people with diabetes need to account for it in their carbohydrate intake. If you use glucose-lowering medication or need help planning portions, ask your clinician or dietitian.
Frequent exposure to the candy’s sugar can contribute to tooth decay, especially when you suck it over a long time. Drinking water afterward and keeping up with brushing and flossing help limit sugar exposure.
No. Coffee hard candy is not a safe treat for dogs: caffeine in some varieties can be toxic, and the concentrated sugar is unsuitable for them. If your dog eats some, contact a veterinarian, especially if it contains coffee.
Vitamins
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B3
0.01mg · 0% DV
B6
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Sodium
2.1mg · 0% DV
Manganese
0mg · 0% DV
Magnesium
0.18mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
1.2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 23 calories in 1 piece (small) (6 g):
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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.
Coffee hard candy is a small, sugar-based sweet flavoured with coffee. It is meant to be sucked rather than chewed, so its roasted aroma and sweetness unfold gradually. Recipes vary, but the familiar version is a simple boiled sweet rather than a creamy coffee confection.
It can be offered alongside coffee or tea, kept handy for a small sweet between meals, or shared from a bowl after eating. Its nutritional profile is mostly sugar, with virtually no protein or fibre; 100 g provides 390 calories and 97 g of carbohydrates. If you want to keep the treat light, stick to one small piece and enjoy it with an unsweetened drink.
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.
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.
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.