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An iced latte in a clear glass, with pale milk and coffee-brown layers, topped with a thick pistachio-green cream, dark chocolate drizzle, and a scatter of golden shredded pastry and crushed pistachios.
●Low GI

Dubai latte Calories

Milk coffee-style drink with dates, saffron, and cardamom

CALORIES · 100 G

68kcal

GI

38low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

156mg

FIBER · 100 G

0.5g

Quick answer

1 cup (medium) of Dubai latte (240 g) has 163 calories. That works out to 68 calories per 100 g. It contains 21.8 g of carbs, 5.8 g of protein, 6 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 0.8 µg of B12 covers 32% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 38 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Dubai latte Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g

163

KCAL / 240G

Carbs

21.8g

· 8% DV

Protein

5.8g

· 12% DV

Fat

6g

· 8% DV

Fiber

1.2g

· 4% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 53% · Protein 14% · Fat 33%

Dubai latte nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (240 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories163 kcal
Total fat6 g8%
Saturated fat3.6 g18%
Trans fat0.14 g
Sodium82 mg4%
Total carbohydrate21.8 g8%
Fiber1.2 g4%
Protein5.8 g12%

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 Dubai latte?

ServingAmountCalories
1 cup (medium)240 g163 kcal
1 tablespoon (grated)15 g10 kcal
1 ounce (small)30 g20 kcal
100 g100 g68 kcal
1 serving (mini)150 g102 kcal
1 cup (small)180 g122 kcal
1 serving (large)300 g204 kcal
1 cup (large)350 g238 kcal
1 cup (extra large)475 g323 kcal

Calculated from 68 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Dubai latte

What is a Dubai latte?

A Dubai latte is a milk-and-coffee drink flavored with dates, saffron, and cardamom. It is often made with espresso and date syrup or blended dates, giving it a sweet, creamy taste with a distinctive spiced aroma.

How do you make a Dubai latte at home?

Make a Dubai latte by blending softened dates, saffron, and cardamom into warm milk, then combining the mixture with espresso. Strain it if you want a smoother drink, or pour it over ice for a chilled version.

What does a Dubai latte taste like?

A Dubai latte tastes creamy and sweet, with caramel-like notes from dates and a fragrant hint of cardamom and saffron. The spices make it more aromatic than a regular latte, while espresso adds a familiar coffee bitterness.

Is a Dubai latte the same as Dubai chocolate?

No, a Dubai latte is a spiced coffee drink, while Dubai chocolate is a chocolate bar inspired by knafeh and pistachio filling. The latte may share the name and Middle Eastern flavor cues, but it does not have to contain chocolate or pistachio.

Can you make a Dubai latte with date syrup?

Yes, date syrup works well in a Dubai latte and dissolves more easily than whole dates. Stir it into warm milk with saffron and cardamom before adding espresso, then adjust the amount to suit your preferred sweetness.

Does a Dubai latte contain caffeine?

Yes, a Dubai latte contains caffeine when it is made with regular espresso or coffee. The caffeine comes from the coffee, not the dates or spices; using decaffeinated espresso gives you a lower-caffeine version.

Can you make an iced Dubai latte?

Yes, an iced Dubai latte is easy to make. Mix espresso with date-flavored milk and the spices, let it cool, then pour it over ice. Blend dates thoroughly so they do not settle into a thick layer.

Why are dates used in a Dubai latte?

Dates give a Dubai latte its characteristic sweetness and a rich, caramel-like flavor. They can be blended into the milk or replaced with date syrup; whole dates need softening first to blend smoothly into the drink.

Where did the Dubai latte come from?

The Dubai latte is a modern café-style drink associated with Dubai-inspired flavors, rather than a traditional coffee recipe with one established origin. Its combination of coffee, dates, saffron, and cardamom draws on ingredients familiar in Middle Eastern cooking.

Can you prepare a Dubai latte ahead of time?

You can prepare a Dubai latte ahead and keep it covered in the refrigerator, but it tastes best freshly made. Stir or shake it before serving because the date mixture and spices can settle; add ice only when you are ready to drink it.

Dubai latte Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B12

0.77µg · 32% DV

B2

0.34mg · 26% DV

B5

0.67mg · 13% DV

Biotin

2.88µg · 10% DV

Minerals

Phosphorus

173mg · 25% DV

Calcium

221mg · 22% DV

Iodine

19µg · 13% DV

Potassium ⭐

374mg · 11% DV

Sodium

82mg · 4% DV

Dubai latte Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

38
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

9.6
Low

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

How to Burn Off Dubai latte

To burn the 163 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):

🚶

40min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

17min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

22min

Cycling

🏊

19min

Swimming

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

What is Dubai latte?

Dubai latte is a contemporary milk coffee associated with Dubai, flavoured with dates, saffron and cardamom. Rather than a standard sweetened latte, it draws on ingredients familiar in Gulf cuisine: dates bring natural sweetness, while the spices add a fragrant, distinctive finish. Recipes vary, but the drink is generally built around coffee and milk, served warm or over ice.

Its creamy texture and gentle sweetness make it a café treat or an afternoon coffee, enjoyed on its own or with a small pastry. The milk contributes some protein, while dates add carbohydrates; it is not simply a plain coffee. If you prefer a less-sweet cup, ask for less date syrup or sweetener, and pair it with an unsweetened snack to balance the flavours.

How Nutritious Is Dubai latte?

Nutrient density

Low

31/ 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 Dubai latte 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 Dubai latte 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 Dubai latte Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Dubai latte Fat Profile

SATURATED

3.6g

MONOUNSATURATED

1.68g

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.