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Date seed coffee Calories
Caffeine-free coffee alternative made from roasted date seeds
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Date seed coffee (240 g) has 14 calories. That works out to 6 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.6 g of carbs, 0.5 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its 0 mg of Copper covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Date seed coffee Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
14
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
2.6g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.5g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 73% · Protein 14% · Fat 13%
Date seed coffee nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (240 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 14 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 9.6 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.6 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| 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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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Date seed coffee?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (whole) | 5 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 1 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 ounce (whole) | 30 g | 2 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 serving (half) | 120 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 21 kcal |
Calculated from 6 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Date seed coffee
What is date seed coffee made from?
Date seed coffee is made from date pits that are cleaned, dried, roasted and ground. Despite its name, it contains no coffee beans; the roasted seeds are brewed with hot water to make a coffee-style drink.
Does date seed coffee contain caffeine?
No, plain date seed coffee is naturally caffeine-free because it is made from date seeds rather than coffee beans or tea leaves. A ready-made blend may contain caffeine if coffee or tea has been added, so check its ingredients.
What does date seed coffee taste like?
Date seed coffee has a roasted, earthy flavour that some people describe as nutty. It does not taste exactly like regular coffee, and the roast level and brewing method can noticeably change its strength and aroma.
How do you make date seed coffee at home?
To make date seed coffee, clean and fully dry the date pits, roast them, then grind them and brew the grounds in hot water. Make sure the pits are free of fruit residue before roasting, and use a grinder suited to hard seeds.
Can date seed coffee replace regular coffee?
Yes, date seed coffee can replace regular coffee as a warm, roasted drink, especially if you want to avoid caffeine. It will not provide coffee’s caffeine effect or identical flavour, so it may not satisfy everyone who drinks coffee for those reasons.
Is date seed coffee good for you?
Date seed coffee is a caffeine-free drink option, but strong evidence that it prevents or treats health conditions is lacking. Claims that it detoxes the body or delivers specific medical benefits should not be treated as established facts.
Can date seed coffee help with weight loss?
No, date seed coffee has not been shown to cause weight loss on its own. Drinking it without sweeteners keeps it a simple beverage, but it is not a fat-burning drink or a substitute for a weight-management plan.
Can you drink date seed coffee before bed?
Yes, plain date seed coffee is caffeine-free, so it is unlikely to disrupt sleep through caffeine. A blend containing coffee or tea may have a different effect, and a large drink close to bedtime can still disturb sleep for some people.
Is date seed coffee safe to drink?
Date seed coffee is generally consumed as a brewed drink, but research on the product is limited. Use clean, properly prepared seeds and stop drinking it if it causes discomfort; do not swallow whole date pits, which can pose a choking risk.
How should you store date seed coffee?
Keep ground date seed coffee in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from sunlight, heat and moisture. Moisture can make the powder clump and dull its aroma; follow the storage instructions on a packaged product.
Date seed coffee Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
B3
0.12mg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.05mg · 6% DV
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Magnesium
12mg · 3% DV
Phosphorus
19mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
91mg · 3% DV
Sodium
9.6mg · 0% DV
Date seed coffee Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Date seed coffee
To burn the 14 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 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 Date seed coffee?
Date seed coffee is made by drying, roasting and grinding the hard pits left after dates are eaten. It draws on traditions of making use of date seeds in date-growing regions, particularly across the Middle East and North Africa, and contains no caffeine.
Brewed with hot water, it has a toasted, mildly nutty flavour and a softer, earthier profile than regular coffee. It can be served plain or with milk, and is often enjoyed as a warm drink in the same way as coffee. For English-speaking readers, it offers a caffeine-free option for a coffee break, though the flavour is distinct rather than a close imitation. Try it without sweetener first, or add a little milk to mellow its roasted notes.
How Nutritious Is Date seed coffee?
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
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.
Is Date seed coffee Processed?
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.
Does Date seed coffee Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Date seed coffee Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Date seed coffee Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.05g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
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