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Medium sweetened
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Medium-sweetened instant coffee (200 g) has 32 calories. That works out to 16 calories per 100 g. It contains 8 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
32
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
8g
· 3% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% 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 98% · Protein 2% · Fat 0%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 32 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 8 g | 3% |
| 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 32 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 16 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 24 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 pack (medium) | 200 g | 32 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 250 g | 40 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 48 kcal |
Calculated from 16 calories per 100 g.
No, medium-sweetened instant coffee is not necessarily 3-in-1 coffee. A 3-in-1 mix usually includes coffee, sugar, and creamer, while a medium-sweetened version may contain coffee and sugar without creamer; recipes differ by product.
Add medium-sweetened instant coffee to a mug, pour in hot water, and stir until the granules dissolve. Since it is already sweetened, taste it before adding anything else; extra sugar may make it sweeter than intended.
Yes, medium-sweetened instant coffee usually contains caffeine. The added sweetness does not remove the caffeine, and the amount varies with the product and how much coffee you use.
Yes, but the granules may not dissolve as readily in cold milk. Stir the coffee into a small splash of warm water first, then add cold milk; this also makes a convenient iced coffee base.
Yes. Dissolve medium-sweetened instant coffee in a little hot water, then pour it over ice and add cold water or milk. Dissolving it first helps prevent undissolved granules from settling at the bottom.
Keep medium-sweetened instant coffee in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry place. Moisture can make the granules clump, so use a dry spoon and avoid storing the container beside a kettle or sink.
Not necessarily. The sweetness level does not determine caffeine content; the coffee blend and amount used matter more. Compare the caffeine information for the specific products if it is provided, rather than judging by how sweet they taste.
Yes, you can use medium-sweetened instant coffee in coffee-flavoured baking, but account for the sugar already in the mix. Dissolve it in a small amount of liquid before adding it to batter or frosting.
It is better not to make medium-sweetened instant coffee a drink for children because it usually contains caffeine, and children are more sensitive to its effects. Choose a caffeine-free drink instead.
They can, but the added sugar may raise blood glucose. Check the product ingredients and serving size, and follow the individual guidance of a doctor or dietitian when planning it around diabetes.
Vitamins
B3
0.4mg · 3% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
B5
0.02mg · 0% DV
Vitamin A
0µg · 0% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
100mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Magnesium
8mg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
8mg · 1% DV
Sodium
4mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 32 calories in 1 cup (medium) (200 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Medium-sweetened instant coffee is a quick coffee drink made by dissolving soluble coffee with a moderate amount of sugar in hot water. If you use a pre-sweetened mix, the sweetness is already built in; plain instant coffee lets you adjust it yourself.
It works as an easy morning cup or an afternoon pick-me-up, whether you drink it black or soften it with milk. The flavour is less bitter and more rounded than unsweetened instant coffee, though the exact balance depends on the mix. Nutritionally, it is mostly water with some carbohydrate from the sugar, and very little protein or fat. For a lighter cup, start with unsweetened instant coffee and add just enough sugar to suit your taste.
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.
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 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.
No known major allergens
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
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.