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High-fat, low-carb coffee beverage
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Coffee with ghee (240 g) has 211 calories. That works out to 88 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.2 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 23.8 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 201.6 µg of Vitamin A covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
211
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
0.2g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fat
23.8g
· 31% 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 0% · Protein 1% · Fat 99%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 211 kcal | |
| Total fat | 23.8 g | 31% |
| Saturated fat | 14.88 g | 74% |
| Trans fat | 0.72 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.5 g | 1% |
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 | 211 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 13 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 26 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 88 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 158 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 250 g | 220 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 308 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 308 kcal |
Calculated from 88 calories per 100 g.
Coffee with ghee is brewed coffee blended with ghee, a clarified butter. The added fat gives the drink a richer, creamier texture, but it is not the same as coffee made with milk or cream.
Blend hot brewed coffee with ghee until the mixture looks smooth and lightly frothy. A small blender or milk frother helps keep the fat from sitting in a separate layer; drink it soon after mixing.
No, not necessarily. Coffee with ghee simply contains coffee and ghee, while “bulletproof coffee” commonly refers to a particular style made with coffee and added fats such as butter and MCT oil.
No, coffee with ghee does not cause weight loss by itself. Ghee adds energy and may make the drink feel more filling, but adding it to your usual meals can increase your overall energy intake.
Yes, coffee with ghee can fit a keto diet because brewed coffee and ghee contain very little carbohydrate. The ghee does add fat, so account for it in your food choices rather than treating it as a carbohydrate-free drink with no energy.
Coffee with ghee tastes richer and smoother than plain black coffee, with a buttery note. Blending it thoroughly creates a creamy texture; simply stirring may leave some oil floating on the surface.
Yes, coffee with ghee breaks a fast that requires avoiding energy-containing foods and drinks because ghee supplies energy. For a fast that permits fat, the answer depends on the specific fasting rules you are following.
Coffee with ghee is not a nutritionally complete breakfast. It provides coffee and fat but lacks the range of nutrients and food groups found in a balanced meal, so relying on it as your regular breakfast can leave your diet less varied.
Neither is universally better; the main difference is the fat used. Ghee is clarified butter with most of the water and milk solids removed, while regular butter retains them, giving the drinks somewhat different flavors and textures.
Yes, its caffeine can interfere with sleep or cause jitters in people who are sensitive to it, especially when consumed late. A large amount may also feel heavy on the stomach; choose decaf or skip the ghee if it bothers you.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
201.6µg · 22% DV
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
Vitamin E
0.67mg · 4% DV
B3
0.6mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
9.6mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
67mg · 2% DV
Sodium
4.8mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 211 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Coffee with ghee is brewed coffee blended with ghee, a clarified butter widely used in South Asian cooking. Adding it to coffee is a more recent practice, often found in low-carb and wellness-oriented recipes rather than in traditional coffee service. Blending helps the fat disperse through the drink instead of sitting on top.
The result is richer and creamier than black coffee, with a buttery note alongside the roast’s bitterness. It is usually served hot, often at breakfast or as a filling alternative to a milky coffee. Its nutritional profile is dominated by fat, while carbohydrates are very low. If you prefer a lighter cup, use less ghee; it also pairs well with a simple breakfast rather than a sweetened pastry.
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 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
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
14.88g
MONOUNSATURATED
6.96g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.72g
Omega 6:3 ratio 9.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (9.6:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.