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Caffeine-free grain coffee alternative
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Spelt coffee with chicory (240 g) has 7 calories. That works out to 3 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.4 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
7
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
1.4g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 88% · Protein 13% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 7 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 7.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.4 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.2 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 cup (medium) | 240 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (whole) | 5 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 0 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 3 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 120 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 480 g | 14 kcal |
Calculated from 3 calories per 100 g.
No. Spelt coffee with chicory is made from roasted grains and chicory rather than coffee beans, so it is caffeine-free. It can provide a warm, roasted-tasting alternative when you want to avoid caffeine.
Spelt coffee with chicory is a processed, caffeine-free drink made from roasted spelt and chicory; it is not made from coffee beans. The roasted ingredients are typically ground and brewed with hot water.
Brew spelt coffee with chicory in hot water, then strain or filter it into a cup. Follow the package directions for the amount and steeping time, since grind size and product form can affect how strong the drink tastes.
Yes, spelt coffee with chicory can replace regular coffee as a hot, roasted-tasting drink, especially if you are avoiding caffeine. It will not taste exactly like coffee, and it does not provide coffee’s stimulating caffeine effect.
Spelt coffee with chicory has a roasted, earthy flavor, with chicory adding a noticeable bitterness. It usually tastes more like a toasted grain drink than brewed coffee; adding milk can make the flavor gentler.
Yes, spelt coffee with chicory is caffeine-free, so it is less likely than caffeinated coffee to interfere with sleep. If drinking any liquid late at night makes you wake to use the bathroom, have it earlier.
Yes, you can chill brewed spelt coffee with chicory and serve it over ice. Brew it as usual, let it cool, then add ice and, if desired, milk; ice can dilute the drink, so brew it a little stronger.
Not exactly. Spelt coffee with chicory includes roasted spelt as well as chicory, giving it a grain-based toasted flavor alongside chicory’s characteristic bitterness. Chicory coffee made without spelt can have a different balance and texture.
Yes, spelt coffee with chicory works with dairy milk or a plant-based drink. Stir it into the brewed cup to soften the earthy, bitter notes; sweetener is optional rather than necessary.
Keep spelt coffee with chicory tightly sealed in a cool, dry place after opening. Protecting it from moisture and strong odors helps preserve its roasted aroma; use an airtight container if the original package does not reseal.
Vitamins
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Folate
2.4µg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
B5
0.02mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.07mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
84mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
7.2mg · 2% DV
Sodium
7.2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 7 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 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.
Spelt coffee with chicory is a coffee-style drink made from roasted spelt grains and chicory root. Roasting gives the ingredients a dark colour and a toasted flavour; grain-and-chicory coffee alternatives have a long history in parts of Europe. It is usually brewed with hot water and strained, or prepared from a ready-made blend.
Expect a mellow, earthy taste with roasted notes rather than the sharpness of regular coffee. It is commonly served hot, either black or with milk, and can fit into breakfast or an afternoon break. The drink is typically caffeine-free, making it an option for people avoiding caffeine. For a lighter cup, leave out added sugar and choose the amount of milk that suits you.
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
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.