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Lower-calorie milk coffee drink
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Light cappuccino (240 g) has 67 calories. That works out to 28 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.7 g of carbs, 4.3 g of protein, 1.9 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.5 µg of B12 covers 22% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 32 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
67
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
7.7g
· 3% DV
Protein
4.3g
· 9% DV
Fat
1.9g
· 2% 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 47% · Protein 26% · Fat 27%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 67 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.9 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 1.2 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 58 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.7 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% |
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 | 67 kcal |
| 1 ounce (extra small) | 30 g | 8 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 28 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 120 g | 34 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 50 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 98 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 480 g | 134 kcal |
Calculated from 28 calories per 100 g.
A light cappuccino is an espresso-and-milk drink usually made with lower-fat milk than a standard cappuccino. “Light” is not a fixed recipe, so it does not automatically mean sugar-free or low-caffeine.
Pull an espresso shot, steam or froth lower-fat milk, and pour the milk over the espresso. Strong brewed coffee can stand in for espresso, but it will produce a different flavour and less characteristic foam.
Not necessarily. The amount of espresso determines most of a cappuccino’s caffeine, and changing to lower-fat milk does not reduce it. A light cappuccino can have less caffeine only if it is made with less or decaffeinated espresso.
A light cappuccino made with just espresso and milk is not usually sweetened, though milk has a naturally mild sweetness. Café versions may include sugar, flavoured syrup, or a sweetened topping, so ask for it unsweetened if that is what you want.
A light cappuccino typically has a more noticeable layer of milk foam and less steamed milk than a light latte. “Light” generally refers to the milk choice, not a universally fixed difference in espresso strength or caffeine.
Yes, oat milk can be used in a light cappuccino, and barista-style oat milk usually foams more reliably. The drink’s flavour and texture will change, and oat milk is not necessarily lower in calories than the dairy milk it replaces.
Foam can collapse if the milk is overheated, the bubbles are too large, or the drink sits too long. For a smoother cap, introduce air briefly while frothing, then swirl the milk to combine the bubbles before pouring.
A freshly made light cappuccino is best; refrigeration makes its foam disappear and its coffee flavour duller. If you do save it, refrigerate promptly in a covered container and drink it within a day rather than leaving milk at room temperature.
A light cappuccino made with lower-fat milk may contain less fat and energy than one made with whole milk, but “healthier” depends on the recipe and what matters to you. Added syrups or sugar can change the comparison.
Yes, if it contains caffeinated espresso, a light cappuccino can make it harder to fall asleep, especially for people sensitive to caffeine. Choosing decaffeinated espresso reduces caffeine while keeping the familiar coffee-and-milk style.
Vitamins
B12
0.53µg · 22% DV
B2
0.24mg · 18% DV
B5
0.43mg · 9% DV
Biotin
1.92µg · 6% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
125mg · 18% DV
Calcium
163mg · 16% DV
Iodine
14µg · 9% DV
Potassium ⭐
288mg · 8% DV
Sodium
58mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 67 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Light cappuccino is an espresso-based drink topped with steamed milk and a layer of milk foam, made with a lighter milk choice than a standard cappuccino. The espresso brings a robust, roasted flavour, while the milk softens its edges and gives the drink a smooth, airy finish.
It is often enjoyed at breakfast or as a café break, either on its own or alongside a small pastry. Using lower-fat milk makes it less rich, though the foam still gives it a creamy feel. At 28 calories per 100 g, it can suit someone looking for a lighter milky coffee; try it without flavoured syrup if you want to keep the taste simple.
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
1.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.48g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.12g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.4:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.