How Many Calories in a Cup of Coffee?

crazy by Editorial Staff | Updated on April 26th, 2023

Coffee is unique; we regard coffee as a common language of cultures, just like a smile on someone’s face is also universal; I know it’s cheesy. Yet, millions and millions enjoy a cup of coffee with some of the most important conversations. For thousands of years, this tradition has been around. But, there’s one thing about coffee today that coffee lovers often don’t consider or think about.


While they may consider the various types of creamers, grind the type of beans, and buy different coffee machines–it’s rare for a coffee lover to take care of counting the calories per cup. So, since coffee is so universal, we figured moving through the coffee world would be an exciting adventure and weighing the various calorie counts of coffee people drink.

How Many Calories in a Cup of Coffee

How many calories in coffee, based on the coffee type

One cup of black coffee

The coffee’s classical form is a black brewed cup. A black cup of coffee has only 2 calories for an 8-ounce cup before someone taints it with creams and sugars (or other sweeteners such as maple syrup or honey).

One cup of coffee

When adding the creamers, milk, and sugar, you’re looking at 50-125 calories for an 8-ounce cup.

Calories in one cup of iced coffee

Sometimes an iced cup of rich coffee is one of the most wonderful beverages on a chilly day. While that may seem harmful, iced coffee on a chilly day has something to do with that.

Ice coffee is one of the lowest-calorie counts of many coffee types before you add all your sugar and creamer.

On average, there are about 25 calories in 1 cup of sugarless/creamer-less ice coffee. Of course, the larger the cup, the higher the calories.

Calories in Espresso Macchiato

macchiato

The espresso macchiato is another great type of coffee. Like many other variants, this is a treat that can be fully personalized. It can be done if you’re looking for a caramel macchiato or even a hazelnut macchiato. It can also be combined with sweeteners, creamers, and flavored beans.

All this will be at the calorie count’s sacrifice.

That said, if you order an espresso macchiato, this beverage includes 15 calories before all the personalization.

Calories in a Latte

latte

A classic latte is one of the world’s most famous variations of coffee. This drink consists of an espresso shot and two frothed milk parts. Now, many coffee shops worldwide offer various types of milk you get steamed that will affect your calorie count.

A latte has 120 calories with regular milk.

In addition, this drink can be made healthier with skim milk with only 7 grams of fat.

Shot of espresso

espresso

The coffee cream de la crème is Espresso. Many of your favorite drinks would cease to exist without espresso.

You are surprised by how many calories are in an espresso shot, that being said. The espresso shot is 5-10 calories!

Calories in a Cappuccino

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The cappuccino is another delicious coffee variation. Ready to go to Italy for one?

Today, a cappuccino is an espresso shot with a fifth of coffee and a quarter of sugar. This is a small sample–please note that the calorie count may be higher if you consume a larger size.

That said, this delicacy is 110 calories with 6 grams of fat.

Calories from Frappuccino

frappuccino

A Frappuccino is one of the best drinks on a summer day when the heat is bright, and all you want is a refreshing drink. Whether you prefer Frappuccino Vanilla Bean or perhaps a Frappuccino Java Chip, at Starbucks, look at the calories before you take your first sip.

There are over 170 calories in a regular Frappuccino espresso.

If you’d find a large one, you’re staring at over 340 calories for only the Frappuccino-based espresso.

When you add the chocolate, this number rises.

Calories in a Mocha

Mocha (ccino)

Can you ever picture a beverage that tastes better than a latte with an extra chocolate syrup shot? We know this as Mocha; this guilty pleasure of millions worldwide is also guilty of over 160 calories and 6 grams of fat.

If you can’t live without chocolate, you can replace the milk with skim milk, and the drink will only have 100 calories.

Which seems important, right?

Calories in a Flat White

The Flat White

Try a Flat White if you want to drink a luxurious drink and sound elegant saying it. These drinks are a two-part shot of espresso mixed with steamed milk.

The calories may change, increasing the ratio and calories based on the cup size; this drink is only 120 calories if you order a regular-sized cup.

You can also swap the milk you use and get this drink with skim milk as low as 70 calories.

The calorie coffee list

  • Black coffee 2 cal, 8oz
  • Black coffee with milk and sugar 50-125 calories, 8oz
  • Iced coffee, 25 calories 1 cup
  • Espresso macchiato 15 calories
  • Latte 120 with regular milk
  • Latte with skim milk 7grams of fat
  • Espresso shot 5-10 calories
  • Cappuccino 110 calories, 6g of fat
  • Regular Frappuccino espresso 170 calories
  • Mocha 160 calories 6g of fat
  • Flat white 120 calories
  • Flat white with skim milk 70 calories

Calories in Coffee

Often, people that drink their coffee don’t think about the health benefits they are getting or the calories they are consuming. It is kind of important to consider both.

Coffee and espresso can provide a wealth of benefits to the human body; however, many of these benefits can be tainted or ruined by adding different sources of artificial sweeteners and creamers.

I always advise it to look at creamers’ different ingredients and how organic they are. That is always the best choice if you can get organic and healthier creamers.

Remember that coffee does not have hundreds upon hundreds of calories; it is when you pile on all the unhealthy stuff that can be costly for your wallet and your body.

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