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Saffron coffee Calories
Aromatic coffee infused with saffron
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Saffron coffee (240 g) has 5 calories. That works out to 2 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.5 g of carbs, 0.7 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of B2 covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Saffron coffee Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
5
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
0.5g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.7g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.2g
· 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 30% · Protein 42% · Fat 28%
Saffron coffee nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (240 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.2 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.5 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.7 g | 1% |
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 Saffron coffee?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 serving (extra small) | 60 g | 1 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 7 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 480 g | 10 kcal |
Calculated from 2 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Saffron coffee
How do you make saffron coffee?
Saffron coffee is made by steeping a few saffron threads in hot water or adding them to the coffee as it brews. Pour the infused liquid into your coffee, or brew the threads with it, and start with a small pinch so the aroma stays balanced.
What are the benefits of saffron coffee?
Saffron coffee has no established medical benefit beyond being an aromatic coffee drink. Saffron gives it a distinctive flavor, but adding it to coffee does not make the drink a proven treatment for a health condition.
Does saffron coffee have caffeine?
Yes, saffron coffee contains caffeine because its base is coffee. Saffron does not remove or neutralize caffeine; the amount depends on the coffee type and how it is brewed.
What does saffron coffee taste like?
Saffron coffee tastes like coffee with a delicate floral, warm, slightly earthy aroma. Too many threads can make the saffron overpowering, so begin with a small amount and adjust it to your preference.
Can you put saffron threads directly into coffee grounds?
Yes, you can add a few saffron threads directly to coffee grounds before brewing. This infuses the drink as it extracts; for a more pronounced aroma, steep the threads in hot water first and add that infusion to the coffee.
Can you make saffron coffee with milk?
Yes, milk works well in saffron coffee and softens its bitterness. Add steamed or warmed milk after brewing, then taste before adding sweetener so the coffee and saffron aromas remain noticeable.
Does saffron coffee help you lose weight?
No, saffron coffee has not been shown to cause weight loss. Drinking it without sugar avoids adding sweetener, but saffron itself does not make coffee a weight-loss drink.
Does saffron coffee help you sleep?
No, saffron coffee is not a reliable sleep aid because the coffee still contains caffeine. Saffron does not cancel caffeine’s stimulating effect, so choose a decaffeinated base if caffeine disrupts your sleep.
Is saffron coffee safe to drink during pregnancy?
Pregnancy guidance can differ for saffron used as a culinary spice and concentrated saffron supplements. Because saffron coffee recipes vary, ask your healthcare professional before making it a regular drink, and avoid treating it as a remedy.
Can saffron coffee cause side effects?
Yes, saffron coffee can cause caffeine-related effects such as restlessness, a racing heartbeat, or trouble sleeping, especially if you are sensitive to caffeine. Using a culinary amount of saffron keeps the drink closer to ordinary flavored coffee than a concentrated saffron preparation.
Saffron coffee Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.19mg · 15% DV
B3
1.2mg · 8% DV
Folate
4.8µg · 1% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
118mg · 3% DV
Magnesium
12mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.05mg · 2% DV
Sodium
4.8mg · 0% DV
Saffron coffee Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Saffron coffee
To burn the 5 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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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 Saffron coffee?
Saffron coffee is coffee infused with saffron, whose fragrant threads lend the drink a distinctive aroma and golden hue. Versions of saffron-scented coffee are found in Middle Eastern traditions, particularly around the Gulf, while recipes vary in the coffee used and how the spice is added. It can be made with brewed coffee or prepared in a pot, depending on local custom.
Saffron brings a delicate floral warmth that complements coffee’s roasted bitterness. In the Gulf it may be served to guests in small cups, sometimes alongside dates; elsewhere, it works as an after-meal coffee or a café-style variation. Plain saffron coffee is very low in calories, but sugar or milk will change its nutritional profile. Start with just a few threads so the spice perfumes rather than overwhelms the cup.
How Nutritious Is Saffron 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 Saffron coffee Processed?
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.
Does Saffron coffee Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Saffron coffee Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Saffron coffee Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
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