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Espresso-based coffee made with lactose-free semi-skimmed milk
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Flat white with lactose-free semi-skimmed milk (180 g) has 74 calories. That works out to 41 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.7 g of carbs, 5.4 g of protein, 2.5 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.8 µg of B12 covers 34% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 180 g
74
KCAL / 180G
Carbs
7.7g
· 3% DV
Protein
5.4g
· 11% DV
Fat
2.5g
· 3% 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 41% · Protein 29% · Fat 30%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 74 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.5 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 1.62 g | 8% |
| Trans fat | 0.07 g | |
| Sodium | 76 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.7 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 5.4 g | 11% |
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) | 180 g | 74 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 41 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 130 g | 53 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 62 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 200 g | 82 kcal |
| 8 ounce (medium) | 227 g | 93 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 240 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra large) | 260 g | 107 kcal |
Calculated from 41 calories per 100 g.
A flat white with lactose-free semi-skimmed milk is an espresso drink topped with steamed milk that has a fine, velvety texture rather than a thick cap of foam. The lactose-free milk keeps the drink creamy while avoiding lactose.
Yes. A flat white with lactose-free semi-skimmed milk contains caffeine from its espresso. The amount varies with the espresso recipe and coffee beans, and adding milk does not remove the caffeine.
Usually, no sugar is added to a flat white with lactose-free semi-skimmed milk unless you request it. Lactose-free milk still contains milk sugars, which are split into simpler sugars and can taste sweeter than those in regular milk.
Usually, yes: a flat white with lactose-free semi-skimmed milk is made without lactose and may be easier to tolerate. It still contains milk proteins, so lactose-free milk is not suitable for someone with a cow’s-milk allergy.
A flat white with lactose-free semi-skimmed milk is generally served with less milk and has a more pronounced espresso taste than a latte. Both combine espresso and steamed milk; cup size and café recipes can change the exact balance.
It can. The espresso in a flat white with lactose-free semi-skimmed milk contains caffeine, which may delay sleep or make it less restful, especially if you are sensitive to caffeine or drink it close to bedtime.
A flat white with lactose-free semi-skimmed milk has finely textured, velvety milk, while a cappuccino is usually served with a thicker, more obvious layer of foam. The milk-to-espresso balance also varies between cafés.
Pull an espresso, then steam lactose-free semi-skimmed milk until it is glossy and finely textured, without a stiff layer of foam. Pour the milk into the espresso while it is still hot, and avoid boiling it.
No, it does not usually dehydrate you. A flat white with lactose-free semi-skimmed milk contributes fluid, although water remains a good everyday drink. Caffeine can have a mild diuretic effect, but a coffee drink does not ordinarily cause meaningful dehydration.
Yes. Brew strong coffee with an espresso-capable alternative, such as a moka pot, and heat and froth lactose-free semi-skimmed milk separately. The result will not have exactly the same concentrated espresso or fine milk texture as a café flat white.
Vitamins
B12
0.81µg · 34% DV
B2
0.32mg · 25% DV
B5
0.63mg · 13% DV
Biotin
2.7µg · 9% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
166mg · 24% DV
Calcium
216mg · 22% DV
Iodine
25µg · 17% DV
Potassium ⭐
279mg · 8% DV
Sodium
76mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 74 calories in 1 cup (medium) (180 g):
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A flat white with lactose-free semi-skimmed milk is made by pouring finely textured steamed milk over espresso. The drink is associated with Australia and New Zealand, though its precise origin is disputed. Compared with a latte, it is typically served with less milk, so the coffee flavour comes through clearly beneath a smooth, velvety layer.
It is a popular café order, usually served on its own and enjoyed at breakfast or as a daytime coffee. Its milk gives it a creamy feel while keeping it relatively light; it provides 3 g of protein per 100 g. For a less sweet, lighter-tasting cup, skip flavoured syrups and added sugar. It pairs well with a plain biscuit or a small pastry.
Medium
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 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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
1.62g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.63g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.14g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.8:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.