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A cup of butter coffee holds a smooth, opaque light-brown drink with a fine, creamy foam and a slight sheen across the surface.
●Low GI

Butter coffee Calories

Coffee blended with butter, high-fat beverage

In season: Winter · Autumn

CALORIES · 100 G

110kcal

GI

0low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

40mg

FIBER · 100 G

0g

Quick answer

1 cup (medium) of Butter coffee (240 g) has 264 calories. That works out to 110 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.2 g of carbs, 1.2 g of protein, 28.8 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 216 µg of Vitamin A covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Butter coffee Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g

264

KCAL / 240G

Carbs

1.2g

· 0% DV

Protein

1.2g

· 2% DV

Fat

28.8g

· 37% 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 2% · Protein 2% · Fat 96%

Butter coffee nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (240 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories264 kcal
Total fat28.8 g37%
Saturated fat18 g90%
Trans fat0.72 g
Sodium12 mg1%
Total carbohydrate1.2 g0%
Fiber0 g0%
Protein1.2 g2%

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 Butter coffee?

ServingAmountCalories
1 cup (medium)240 g264 kcal
1 cup (extra small)60 g66 kcal
100 g100 g110 kcal
1 cup (small)120 g132 kcal
1 serving (medium)200 g220 kcal
1 serving (large)300 g330 kcal
1 cup (large)350 g385 kcal
1 cup (jumbo)480 g528 kcal

Calculated from 110 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Butter coffee

What is butter coffee?

Butter coffee is brewed coffee blended with butter to make a creamy, high-fat drink. Some recipes also add coconut oil or MCT oil, but those are optional rather than essential to the basic drink.

How do you make butter coffee?

Blend hot brewed coffee with butter until the drink looks smooth and foamy. Blending emulsifies the fat more effectively than stirring, so the coffee is less likely to develop an oily layer on top.

Is butter coffee the same as Bulletproof coffee?

Not exactly: butter coffee is a general drink, while Bulletproof is a specific brand and style of recipe. Bulletproof-style coffee commonly combines coffee with butter and MCT oil, whereas butter coffee can use butter alone.

Does butter coffee help you lose weight?

No, butter coffee does not cause weight loss by itself. Adding butter increases the drink’s energy content, and weight change depends on overall energy intake and expenditure over time.

Can butter coffee replace breakfast?

Butter coffee is not a balanced breakfast on its own because it provides little protein or fibre. Pair it with foods such as eggs, yogurt, or whole grains if you want a more filling meal with a broader range of nutrients.

Does butter coffee break a fast?

Yes, butter coffee breaks a fast because butter supplies energy, even though it contains very little carbohydrate. Adding fat means it is no longer a zero-calorie drink during a fasting window.

Can you drink butter coffee on an empty stomach?

Yes, most adults can drink butter coffee on an empty stomach. However, caffeine can trigger nausea, reflux, or a racing heartbeat in some people, so avoid having it that way if you notice those effects.

Does butter coffee affect sleep?

It can: the caffeine in butter coffee may make it harder to fall asleep or stay asleep, especially when consumed later in the day. Butter does not cancel out caffeine’s effects; choose decaf if you want the same style of drink later.

Is butter coffee keto-friendly?

Yes, a traditional butter coffee has very little carbohydrate and can fit a ketogenic eating pattern. Adding sweeteners or other ingredients changes the drink, so the finished recipe—not just the coffee—determines its carbohydrate content.

Can you make butter coffee ahead of time?

It is best freshly blended because the butter can separate as the drink sits. If you prepare it ahead, refrigerate it, then reheat and blend or whisk it again before drinking.

Butter coffee Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin A

216µg · 24% DV

Biotin

2.4µg · 8% DV

B2

0.07mg · 5% DV

Vitamin E

0.72mg · 5% DV

Minerals

Magnesium

12mg · 3% DV

Potassium ⭐

96mg · 3% DV

Phosphorus

19mg · 3% DV

Copper

0.02mg · 2% DV

Sodium

12mg · 1% DV

Butter coffee Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

0
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Butter coffee

To burn the 264 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):

🚶

65min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

27min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

36min

Cycling

🏊

31min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Butter coffee?

Butter coffee is hot brewed coffee blended with butter until smooth and often frothy. It is a modern drink associated with low-carbohydrate eating, rather than a traditional coffee preparation; its popularity was also shaped by interest in butter-based drinks from other food cultures.

The butter gives the coffee a rich, creamy texture and softens its bitterness. People commonly drink it in the morning, either on its own or alongside breakfast. It is notably high in fat and provides very little protein or carbohydrate; the listed nutrition is 12 g of fat per 100 g. If you want a less rich cup, use less butter, or pair it with a more substantial breakfast rather than treating it as a meal replacement.

How Nutritious Is Butter coffee?

Nutrient density

Low

25/ 100

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

Low

30/ 100

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 Butter 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 Butter coffee Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy yes
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Butter coffee Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

— Not suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

✓ Suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Butter coffee Fat Profile

SATURATED

18g

MONOUNSATURATED

7.68g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.72g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 4:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.