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Traditional Turkish coffee, single sugar
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (small) of Turkish coffee (single sugar) (60 g) has 13 calories. That works out to 22 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.7 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 40 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (small) · 60 g
13
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
2.7g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 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 89% · Protein 3% · Fat 8%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 13 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.02 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.2 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.7 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.1 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 (small) | 60 g | 13 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 60 g | 13 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 60 g | 13 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 90 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 90 g | 20 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 90 g | 20 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 22 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 120 g | 26 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 120 g | 26 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 26 kcal |
Calculated from 22 calories per 100 g.
To make single-sugar Turkish coffee, stir finely ground coffee, water and one measure of sugar together in a cezve before heating. Warm it slowly and pour the rising foam into the cup before serving.
Yes, single-sugar Turkish coffee contains caffeine; adding sugar does not remove it. The amount varies with the coffee used, serving size and preparation, so there is no single fixed caffeine figure for every cup.
Water is served to refresh your palate before or after the intense coffee flavor. A small glass of water alongside single-sugar Turkish coffee is also a familiar part of its traditional presentation.
For a foamy cup, mix the coffee, sugar and water in the cezve before heating, then warm it gently. Pour the foam into the cup as it rises; letting the coffee boil vigorously can reduce the foam.
“Single sugar” means one measure of sugar is added while the coffee is prepared. The measure can vary between households and cafés, so the sweetness may differ; ask for less sugar if you prefer a less sweet cup.
No, the grounds in single-sugar Turkish coffee settle at the bottom and are usually left in the cup. Sip the coffee slowly and stop before the sediment reaches your mouth.
You can, but its caffeine may make it harder to fall asleep or stay asleep. If caffeine affects you, avoid drinking single-sugar Turkish coffee close to bedtime.
They are very similar: both are finely ground coffees brewed in water and served unfiltered, with the grounds settling in the cup. Recipes, serving customs and the coffee used can differ by household and region.
Yes, the added sugar in single-sugar Turkish coffee can affect blood sugar. If you have diabetes, factor that sugar into your eating plan and ask your healthcare professional what works for you.
It is best served fresh rather than reheated. As single-sugar Turkish coffee sits, the foam disappears and the grounds settle; reheating can make the taste less pleasant, so prepare a fresh cup when possible.
Vitamins
B3
0.18mg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
B5
0.03mg · 1% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.04mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
36mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
4.2mg · 1% DV
Sodium
1.2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 13 calories in 1 cup (small) (60 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.
Turkish coffee (single sugar) is finely ground coffee brewed with water and one sugar, traditionally in a small pot called a cezve. The grounds remain in the cup rather than being filtered out, and a foamy top is prized.
In Turkey it is often served after a meal or when welcoming guests, usually in a small cup with a glass of water. Its flavour is concentrated and bittersweet, with a fine sediment that settles at the bottom. The drink is mostly water, while the added sugar contributes carbohydrates; the coffee itself adds very little protein or fat. For a less sweet cup, use less sugar, or serve it alongside a small sweet treat.
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 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.
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
0.02g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.01g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.