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Caffeinated hot drink with added sugar and a little milk
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Sweet instant coffee with a little milk (200 g) has 54 calories. That works out to 27 calories per 100 g. It contains 12.2 g of carbs, 1 g of protein, 0.4 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B2 covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 46 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 200 g
54
KCAL / 200G
Carbs
12.2g
· 4% DV
Protein
1g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 87% · Protein 7% · Fat 6%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 54 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 16 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 12.2 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 200 g | 54 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (whole) | 15 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 ounce (whole) | 30 g | 8 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 27 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 150 g | 41 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 180 g | 49 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 250 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 300 g | 81 kcal |
Calculated from 27 calories per 100 g.
To make sweet instant coffee with a little milk, dissolve the instant coffee and sugar in hot water, then stir in a small amount of milk. Mixing the powder fully before adding milk helps prevent a lumpy drink.
Yes, sweet instant coffee with a little milk contains caffeine from the instant coffee. The amount varies with the brand and how much coffee you use, so the drink’s name alone cannot tell you its caffeine content.
Yes, its caffeine can make it harder to fall asleep, particularly if you drink it later in the day. If caffeine affects your sleep, have sweet instant coffee with a little milk earlier rather than close to bedtime.
Yes, but instant coffee usually dissolves more slowly in cold water. For a smoother sweet instant coffee with a little milk, first dissolve the powder in a small splash of hot water, then add cold water, milk, and ice if desired.
Use less sugar or leave it out when preparing sweet instant coffee with a little milk. If you want a milder taste without adding more sugar, adjust the amount of milk to suit your preference.
No, adding milk does not remove the caffeine in sweet instant coffee with a little milk. It changes the drink’s taste and texture, but the caffeine still comes from the instant coffee powder.
No, sweet instant coffee with a little milk is not generally dehydrating; the water in the drink contributes to fluid intake. Caffeine can increase urination in some people, but ordinary coffee drinking usually does not cause dehydration.
Yes, the added sugar in sweet instant coffee with a little milk can raise blood sugar. The effect depends partly on how much sugar you add; if you have diabetes, ask your clinician or dietitian how it fits your plan.
You can drink it during pregnancy, but its caffeine counts toward your daily caffeine intake. Because the caffeine content varies by brand and preparation, ask your healthcare professional what limit is appropriate for you.
Sweet instant coffee with a little milk is best consumed soon after preparation. Because it contains milk, refrigerate leftovers promptly rather than leaving the drink at room temperature for an extended period; discard it if it has been left out for hours.
Vitamins
B2
0.06mg · 5% DV
B3
0.6mg · 4% DV
B12
0.06µg · 3% DV
B5
0.1mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
144mg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
28mg · 4% DV
Calcium
32mg · 3% DV
Manganese
0.06mg · 3% DV
Sodium
16mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 54 calories in 1 cup (medium) (200 g):
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Sweet instant coffee with a little milk is made by dissolving instant coffee in hot water, then adding sugar and a small amount of milk. It is a quick, convenient cup rather than a drink tied to one particular coffee tradition. The flavour combines roasted coffee notes with sweetness and a gentle milky finish; it is often served at breakfast or during a work break, and can also follow a meal. It contains caffeine, while its carbohydrate comes mainly from the added sugar and it provides little protein. For a less sweet cup, use less sugar and adjust the milk to 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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.06g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.02g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.