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Maca coffee Calories
Coffee beverage prepared with maca powder
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Maca coffee (240 g) has 19 calories. That works out to 8 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.1 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 1.9 mg of B3 covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Maca coffee Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
19
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
3.1g
· 1% DV
Protein
1g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 0% 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 68% · Protein 22% · Fat 10%
Maca coffee nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (240 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 19 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.1 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 1 g | 2% |
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 Maca coffee?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 19 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (grated) | 4 g | 0 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (grated) | 8 g | 1 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra small) | 120 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 180 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 28 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 480 g | 38 kcal |
Calculated from 8 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Maca coffee
What is maca coffee?
Maca coffee is a drink made by adding maca root powder to coffee, or a prepared blend containing both ingredients. Products vary: some use coffee, while others are caffeine-free maca drinks made to resemble coffee.
Does maca coffee contain caffeine?
Maca coffee contains caffeine if it is made with coffee beans or instant coffee; the caffeine comes from the coffee, not the maca. Coffee-free maca blends may contain no caffeine, so check what kind of blend you have.
How do you make maca coffee?
To make maca coffee, stir maca powder into a cup of brewed coffee. Mix the powder first with a small splash of the hot drink to reduce clumps, then add the rest; milk or a plant-based milk also works.
What does maca coffee taste like?
Maca coffee tastes like coffee with an earthy, slightly malty note from the maca powder. The flavor can be noticeable, especially if you add a generous amount; milk, cinnamon, or cocoa can make the drink taste smoother.
Can maca coffee replace regular coffee?
Maca coffee can replace regular coffee as a drink, but it is not necessarily a caffeine-free alternative. If the blend contains brewed or instant coffee, it still provides caffeine; choose a coffee-free maca blend if you are avoiding it.
Does maca coffee give you more energy?
Maca coffee can make you feel more alert when it contains caffeinated coffee, but that effect is from caffeine. There is not strong evidence that maca itself gives a reliable energy boost, and caffeine-free versions may not have the same alerting effect.
Does maca coffee increase libido?
Maca coffee has not been proven to increase libido. Research on maca root and sexual desire is limited, and results cannot establish that a cup of maca coffee has this effect; caffeine-related alertness is not the same as increased sexual desire.
Does maca coffee help with weight loss?
No, maca coffee is not proven to cause weight loss. Sweeteners, syrups, and cream can add substantial energy to the drink, while maca powder itself is not a weight-loss treatment.
What are the side effects of maca coffee?
Possible effects depend on the ingredients: caffeinated maca coffee may cause jitters, palpitations, stomach discomfort, or trouble sleeping in caffeine-sensitive people. Maca supplements can also cause digestive discomfort for some; stop drinking it if you notice a reaction.
Is maca coffee safe during pregnancy?
Maca coffee is not well studied during pregnancy, and coffee-based versions also contain caffeine. Ask your healthcare professional whether the maca product is appropriate for you and keep track of caffeine from all sources.
Maca coffee Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
1.92mg · 12% DV
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
B5
0.29mg · 6% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.19mg · 8% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
228mg · 7% DV
Magnesium
24mg · 6% DV
Sodium
4.8mg · 0% DV
Maca coffee Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Maca coffee
To burn the 19 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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 Maca coffee?
Maca coffee is brewed coffee mixed with powder from maca, a root grown in the Andes of Peru and Bolivia. The powder gives the drink an earthy, slightly malty or nutty note, while the roasted aroma of coffee remains familiar. Recipes vary: it may be stirred into black coffee or blended with milk or a plant-based alternative.
It can be enjoyed as a morning cup or an afternoon coffee, much like other coffee drinks; in Turkey, it also fits a breakfast table or a tea-time break. The drink is light by itself, with 8 calories per 100 g, though sweeteners and creamy additions change that. Try it unsweetened first, then add milk or a little sweetener to suit your taste.
How Nutritious Is Maca coffee?
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
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.
Is Maca coffee Processed?
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.
Does Maca coffee Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Maca coffee Good For?
Vegan
✓ 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
Maca coffee Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.07g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.