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A cup of unsweetened coffee mixed with half-and-half, its surface smooth and its deep brown color softened to a creamy light brown.
●Low GI

Coffee with half-and-half, unsweetened Calories

Unsweetened coffee with half-and-half

CALORIES · 100 G

21kcal

GI

18low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

87mg

FIBER · 100 G

0g

Quick answer

1 cup (medium) of Coffee with half-and-half, unsweetened (240 g) has 50 calories. That works out to 21 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.4 g of carbs, 1.4 g of protein, 3.4 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B2 covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 18 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Coffee with half-and-half, unsweetened Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g

50

KCAL / 240G

Carbs

2.4g

· 1% DV

Protein

1.4g

· 3% DV

Fat

3.4g

· 4% 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 21% · Protein 12% · Fat 67%

Coffee with half-and-half, unsweetened nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (240 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories50 kcal
Total fat3.4 g4%
Saturated fat2.16 g11%
Trans fat0.12 g
Sodium43 mg2%
Total carbohydrate2.4 g1%
Fiber0 g0%
Protein1.4 g3%

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 Cup of Coffee with half-and-half, unsweetened?

ServingAmountCalories
1 cup (medium)240 g50 kcal
1 tablespoon (half)15 g3 kcal
2 tablespoon (whole)30 g6 kcal
1 serving (mini)60 g13 kcal
100 g100 g21 kcal
1 cup (small)180 g38 kcal
1 cup (large)350 g74 kcal
1 cup (extra large)475 g100 kcal

Calculated from 21 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Coffee with half-and-half, unsweetened

What is coffee with half-and-half, unsweetened?

Coffee with half-and-half, unsweetened, is brewed coffee with a milk-and-cream blend and no added sugar. Half-and-half gives the drink a creamier texture than milk alone without the richness of adding heavy cream.

How do you make coffee with half-and-half, unsweetened?

Brew your coffee, then stir in half-and-half without adding sugar. You can serve it hot or pour cooled coffee over ice; adjust the amount of half-and-half to get the creaminess you like.

What is the difference between coffee with half-and-half and coffee with milk?

Coffee with half-and-half is richer and creamier than coffee with milk because half-and-half combines milk and cream. Use milk for a lighter taste, or half-and-half when you want a fuller texture without using straight cream.

Does coffee with half-and-half, unsweetened, contain sugar?

Yes, it can contain a small amount of naturally occurring milk sugar, called lactose, even though no sugar is added. “Unsweetened” means the coffee has no added sweetener; it does not mean the dairy ingredient is sugar-free.

Can half-and-half curdle in hot coffee?

It can, although it usually blends smoothly. Very hot, acidic coffee and cold half-and-half make curdling more likely; let the coffee cool slightly or warm the half-and-half before stirring it in.

Can you make iced coffee with half-and-half, unsweetened?

Yes, half-and-half works well in unsweetened iced coffee. Pour cooled coffee over ice, add the half-and-half, and stir; cooling the coffee first helps keep the ice from melting too quickly and diluting the drink.

Can you froth half-and-half for coffee?

Yes, you can froth half-and-half for coffee. Its combination of milk and cream creates a creamy foam, though the texture may differ from foam made with regular milk and depends on your frother and the product.

Does half-and-half make coffee less acidic?

Half-and-half can soften coffee’s sharp, acidic taste, but it does not reliably change the coffee’s actual acidity. If your coffee tastes too sharp, a darker roast or a less acidic brewing method may make a more noticeable difference.

Does adding half-and-half change the caffeine in coffee?

No, adding half-and-half does not remove the caffeine from coffee. The caffeine amount is determined by the coffee and how it is brewed; using decaffeinated coffee is the way to make this drink low in caffeine.

How long can coffee with half-and-half sit out?

Keep coffee with half-and-half at room temperature for no more than two hours; in a hot setting, refrigerate it sooner. If you are not drinking it right away, put it in the refrigerator rather than leaving it on the counter.

Coffee with half-and-half, unsweetened Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B2

0.12mg · 9% DV

B12

0.19µg · 8% DV

Vitamin A

45.6µg · 5% DV

B5

0.22mg · 4% DV

Minerals

Phosphorus

43mg · 6% DV

Potassium ⭐

209mg · 6% DV

Calcium

53mg · 5% DV

Iodine

4.8µg · 3% DV

Sodium

43mg · 2% DV

Coffee with half-and-half, unsweetened Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

18
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0.5
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Coffee with half-and-half, unsweetened

To burn the 50 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):

🚶

12min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

5min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

7min

Cycling

🏊

6min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Coffee with half-and-half, unsweetened?

Coffee with half-and-half, unsweetened, is brewed coffee served with half-and-half—a dairy blend of milk and cream—and no added sugar. The combination is especially familiar in the United States, where people commonly add it to a mug of coffee at home or order it alongside breakfast.

Half-and-half softens coffee’s roasted bitterness with a mild, creamy taste, while leaving more of its coffee character than a very milky drink. It works well with breakfast or a mid-morning break, and you can adjust the amount to taste. At about 21 calories per 100 g, it remains a relatively light coffee drink; use a splash rather than a generous pour if you want to keep it lighter.

How Nutritious Is Coffee with half-and-half, unsweetened?

Nutrient density

Low

24/ 100

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

Medium

39/ 100

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 with half-and-half, unsweetened Processed?

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.

Does Coffee with half-and-half, unsweetened Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy yes
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Coffee with half-and-half, unsweetened Good For?

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

Coffee with half-and-half, unsweetened Fat Profile

SATURATED

2.16g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.84g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.24g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 3.8:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.