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Unsweetened, low-calorie coffee
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Plain Nescafe with milk (200 g) has 38 calories. That works out to 19 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.1 g of carbs, 2.1 g of protein, 1.9 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of B2 covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
38
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
3.1g
· 1% DV
Protein
2.1g
· 4% 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 33% · Protein 22% · Fat 45%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 38 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.9 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 1.16 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.06 g | |
| Sodium | 36 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 3.1 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% |
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 | 38 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 19 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 23 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 29 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 250 g | 48 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 57 kcal |
| 1 cup (extra large) | 400 g | 76 kcal |
Calculated from 19 calories per 100 g.
Dissolve the instant coffee in a little hot water, then add warm milk and stir. Using a small amount of water first helps the granules dissolve evenly; there is no need to boil the milk.
Yes. The instant coffee provides caffeine, while milk does not add any. The amount varies with the coffee used and how much you put in the cup.
Usually, yes: “plain” means no sugar has been added. Milk still contains naturally occurring lactose, and adding sugar, syrup, or a sweetened creamer changes the drink.
Yes. Dissolve the coffee in a small splash of hot water, then add cold milk and ice. Mixing the granules straight into cold milk can leave them undissolved or lumpy.
Regular dairy milk works well, and its fat content mainly changes the drink’s richness and texture. You can also use a plant-based milk; barista-style versions tend to foam more smoothly.
Yes, you can reheat Plain Nescafe with milk, but warm it gently and stir it rather than letting it boil. Boiling can affect the milk’s texture and make the coffee taste harsher.
Yes. Milk contains energy and nutrients, so Plain Nescafe with milk breaks a strict fast, even when you add no sugar. During a fasting window, black coffee or water is the usual choice.
It can fit into a weight-loss plan, especially instead of a sweetened coffee drink, but it does not cause weight loss by itself. Added sugar, syrups, and cream increase the drink’s energy content.
It may not be: the caffeine can make it harder to fall asleep, even with milk added. If caffeine affects your sleep, choose a caffeine-free drink in the hours before bed.
Milk can soften Plain Nescafe with milk’s taste and bitterness, but it does not reliably remove coffee’s acidity. If coffee triggers reflux or stomach discomfort, adding milk may not prevent those symptoms.
Vitamins
B2
0.16mg · 12% DV
B12
0.24µg · 10% DV
Biotin
2.2µg · 7% DV
B5
0.22mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Iodine
14µg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
62mg · 9% DV
Calcium
76mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
170mg · 5% DV
Sodium
36mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 38 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.
Plain Nescafe with milk is a quick coffee drink made by dissolving instant coffee in hot water and adding milk, without sugar. It is an easy option to make at home, with the amount of milk adjusted to taste.
The coffee’s roasted bitterness is softened by the milk, making it a familiar choice at breakfast or as a simple afternoon drink. Prepared without sugar, it is a low-calorie coffee: it contains 19 calories per 100 g. Enjoy it alongside toast, a plain biscuit or a small snack. For a lighter cup, use less milk and make the coffee a little stronger.
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.
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
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.16g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.54g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.