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Ube latte Calories
Milk-based latte flavored with ube (purple yam)
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GI
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Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Ube latte (240 g) has 187 calories. That works out to 78 calories per 100 g. It contains 27.4 g of carbs, 6.2 g of protein, 6 g of fat and 1 g of fiber. Its 0.9 µg of B12 covers 38% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 48 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
What is Ube latte?
Ube latte is a milk-based drink flavoured with ube, the vivid purple yam used in Filipino cooking and desserts. It is commonly made with ube purée or powder, milk and often a sweetener, then served hot or iced. Although ube is strongly associated with the Philippines, the latte is now a café-style drink enjoyed in many places.
Its flavour is gently sweet, with vanilla-like, earthy notes, and the texture is smooth and creamy. It works as a coffee-break drink or alongside a small pastry; in the Philippines, it fits naturally among café treats inspired by familiar ube desserts. The milk gives it some protein, while sweetened versions can contribute more carbohydrates: a 100 g portion has 11.4 g. Ask for less syrup or choose an unsweetened ube base if you prefer a less-sweet cup.
Ube latte Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
78
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
11.4g
· 4% DV
Protein
2.6g
· 5% DV
Fat
2.5g
· 3% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 58% · Protein 13% · Fat 29%
Ube latte Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.38µg · 16% DV
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
B5
0.28mg · 6% DV
Vitamin D
0.9µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
78mg · 11% DV
Calcium
96mg · 10% DV
Iodine
8µg · 5% DV
Selenium
2.1µg · 4% DV
How Nutritious Is Ube latte?
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.
Ube latte Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Ube latte
To burn the 78 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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.
Is Ube latte Processed?
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.
Does Ube latte Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Ube latte Good For?
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
Ube latte Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.5g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.7g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.11g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.7:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ube latte
What is an ube latte?
An ube latte is a milk-based drink flavored with ube, a purple yam commonly used in Filipino cooking. It is usually served sweetened, either hot or iced, and its basic version does not need coffee.
What does an ube latte taste like?
An ube latte tastes creamy and gently sweet, with an aroma often compared to vanilla and a mild nutty flavor. The exact sweetness varies with the milk and any added syrup or sweetener.
How do you make an ube latte at home?
To make an ube latte, blend ube puree or ube powder with a little warm water, then stir it into milk and sweeten to taste. Serve it warm, or chill the mixture and pour it over ice.
Does an ube latte have caffeine?
A basic ube latte is caffeine-free because it is made with ube and milk rather than coffee or tea. Some cafés add espresso, so ask whether the version you are ordering includes a coffee shot.
What is the difference between an ube latte and a taro latte?
An ube latte is flavored with purple yam, while a taro latte uses taro root; they are not the same ingredient. Ube tends to taste sweeter and more vanilla-like, while taro is milder and starchier.
Why is an ube latte purple?
An ube latte can get its purple color from ube, which naturally contains purple pigments. Some recipes or café mixes may also use coloring, so a vivid shade does not necessarily come from ube alone.
Can you drink an ube latte hot or iced?
You can enjoy an ube latte either hot or iced. For an iced version, first dissolve the ube powder or puree smoothly, chill the mixture, and then combine it with cold milk and ice.
Can you make an ube latte with ube powder?
Yes, ube powder works well in an ube latte; whisk it with a little warm water first to reduce lumps before adding milk. Follow the product directions, since some powders are already sweetened.
Can you add espresso to an ube latte?
Yes, espresso can be added to an ube latte for a coffee-forward variation. The coffee makes the drink more bitter and adds caffeine, so taste the ube-and-milk mixture before adding extra sweetener.
How long does a homemade ube latte keep in the fridge?
Keep a homemade ube latte covered in the refrigerator and drink it by the next day for the best flavor and texture. Stir it before serving, since the ube can settle or separate from the milk.
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