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Coffee creamer Calories
Powdered coffee creamer, typically contains vegetable oil, sugar, and milk protein.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Coffee creamer (8 g) has 40 calories. That works out to 500 calories per 100 g. It contains 4.8 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 2.2 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Coffee creamer Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 8 g
40
KCAL / 8G
Carbs
4.8g
· 2% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
2.2g
· 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 48% · Protein 2% · Fat 50%
Coffee creamer nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (8 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 40 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.2 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 1.92 g | 10% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 16 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.8 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| 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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How Many Calories in 1 Tablespoon of Coffee creamer?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 8 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 2.5 g | 13 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 5 g | 25 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 10 g | 50 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 12 g | 60 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 16 g | 80 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 500 kcal |
| 1 cup (jumbo) | 120 g | 600 kcal |
| 1 can (jumbo) | 200 g | 1000 kcal |
Calculated from 500 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Coffee creamer
What is coffee creamer made of?
Coffee creamer is commonly made with vegetable oil, sugar, and milk protein. Recipes differ by product, so the taste, sweetness, and ability to whiten coffee can vary from one powdered creamer to another.
Is coffee creamer the same as powdered milk?
No, coffee creamer is not the same as powdered milk. Powdered milk is dried milk, while powdered creamer typically combines milk protein with ingredients such as vegetable oil and sugar.
Does coffee creamer dissolve in cold coffee?
Yes, but powdered coffee creamer may dissolve less smoothly in cold coffee than in hot coffee and can form lumps. Stirring it first into a small amount of warm liquid can help it blend into iced coffee.
How should coffee creamer be stored after opening?
Store coffee creamer tightly closed in a cool, dry place after opening. Moisture can make the powder clump or affect its quality, so use a dry spoon and keep the container away from steam.
Can coffee creamer replace milk in baking?
Coffee creamer can add creaminess and sweetness to some baked goods, but it is not a direct milk substitute in every recipe. Its vegetable oil and sugar can change the texture and sweetness, so adjust the recipe accordingly.
Can you froth coffee creamer for a latte?
Usually, powdered coffee creamer will not make the stable, airy foam that milk does. A product specifically designed for frothing may work differently, but ordinary creamer is mainly meant to lighten and flavor coffee.
Can coffee creamer be used in tea?
Yes, coffee creamer can be stirred into tea. It may make the drink sweeter and richer, but its flavor can differ from milk because many powdered creamers contain vegetable oil as well as milk protein.
Does coffee creamer contain sugar?
Many powdered coffee creamers contain sugar, though the ingredients vary by product. If you want to avoid added sugar, choose a product specifically labeled unsweetened and use it according to its directions.
Can coffee creamer be used in cold brew?
Yes, coffee creamer can be added to cold brew. Because the drink is cold, the powder may need extra stirring to dissolve; mixing it with a little warm water first can prevent clumps.
Can people with diabetes use coffee creamer?
People with diabetes can use coffee creamer, but its sugar and carbohydrate content may affect blood glucose. Include the amount you add in your meal plan, and ask your clinician or dietitian if you need advice tailored to your treatment.
Coffee creamer Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
B12
0.02µg · 1% DV
B5
0.02mg · 0% DV
Biotin
0.12µg · 0% DV
Minerals
Calcium
9.6mg · 1% DV
Sodium
16mg · 1% DV
Phosphorus
4.8mg · 1% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
12mg · 0% DV
Coffee creamer Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Coffee creamer
To burn the 40 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (8 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Coffee creamer?
Coffee creamer is a powdered addition for coffee, made to give the drink a creamier taste and texture. It commonly contains vegetable oil, sugar and milk protein, and is stirred into coffee rather than brewed on its own.
Add a spoonful to a hot mug and stir until it dissolves, using more or less to suit your taste. It is handy for softening the bitterness of black coffee at home, at work or while travelling; in places where powdered creamer is common, it is often served alongside sugar for people to customise their cup. It is energy-dense, with 500 calories per 100 g, so a small amount goes a long way. For a lighter cup, use less or leave it out.
How Nutritious Is Coffee creamer?
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
Low
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 Coffee creamer Processed?
NOVA 4
Ultra-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 Coffee creamer Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Coffee creamer Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Coffee creamer Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.92g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.16g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.21g
Omega 6:3 ratio 20:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (20:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.