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Creamy, milk-based drink
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Creamy drink (240 g) has 187 calories. That works out to 78 calories per 100 g. It contains 23.5 g of carbs, 6.2 g of protein, 7.7 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 1 µg of B12 covers 42% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 41 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
187
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
23.5g
· 9% DV
Protein
6.2g
· 12% DV
Fat
7.7g
· 10% 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 50% · Protein 13% · Fat 37%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 187 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.7 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 4.8 g | 24% |
| Trans fat | 0.24 g | |
| Sodium | 110 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 23.5 g | 9% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% |
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 | 187 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 78 kcal |
| 8 tablespoon (double) | 120 g | 94 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 140 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 156 kcal |
| 1 can (medium) | 240 g | 187 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 195 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 234 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 330 g | 257 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 350 g | 273 kcal |
Calculated from 78 calories per 100 g.
A creamy drink is a milk-based beverage with a richer, smoother texture than plain milk. Recipes vary: some use cream, while others get their creaminess from milk or blended ingredients, and may include coffee, cocoa, or flavourings.
You can make a creamy drink by combining milk with cream or another creamy ingredient, then blending or whisking until smooth. Add sweetener or flavourings to taste, and heat gently if you want it warm.
Yes, you can make a creamy drink without cream. Milk can provide the dairy base, while blending it with ingredients such as banana or oats can add body; the result will be less rich than a cream-based version.
A creamy drink can separate when its milk and fat components sit for a while or are exposed to high heat or acidic ingredients. Stir or shake it before serving, and heat it gently to help keep the texture smooth.
No, a creamy drink is not necessarily a milkshake. A milkshake is usually blended with ice cream, whereas a creamy drink can be made with milk or cream alone and served warm or cold.
Yes, a creamy drink can be served hot. Warm it slowly over low heat and stir often; boiling can affect the texture, especially if the drink contains milk or cream.
Yes, a creamy drink can be paired with coffee or used to make coffee taste smoother. Add it gradually and stir well; a very hot or acidic coffee may cause some milk-based mixtures to separate.
Store a homemade creamy drink in a covered container in the refrigerator and avoid leaving it at room temperature for long. Drink it while fresh, and discard it if it develops an off smell or an unusual lumpy texture.
Yes, you can freeze a creamy drink, but its texture may turn grainy or separate after thawing because dairy does not always freeze smoothly. Whisk or blend it after thawing, or use it in a blended recipe.
A plain creamy drink made with milk does not contain caffeine. It has caffeine only if coffee, tea, cocoa, or another caffeinated ingredient is included, so the recipe determines whether it may affect sleep.
Vitamins
B12
1.01µg · 42% DV
B2
0.34mg · 26% DV
B5
0.77mg · 15% DV
Biotin
3.84µg · 13% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
178mg · 25% DV
Calcium
230mg · 23% DV
Iodine
19µg · 13% DV
Selenium
6.24µg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
317mg · 9% DV
Sodium
110mg · 5% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Creamy drink is a broad name for a milk-based drink with a smooth, rich texture; it does not refer to one fixed recipe. It may be bought ready-made or prepared at home, and its sweetness and flavour depend on the version.
It can be served chilled or warm, as a breakfast or between-meal drink, or alongside coffee and a small snack. The taste is gently milky, with a fuller mouthfeel than plain milk. It contains no fibre and provides 78 kcal per 100 g. For a lighter choice, keep the serving modest and avoid adding extra sugar.
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.
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 3
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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
4.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.16g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.34g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.7:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.