Calories in Black Coffee
Black Coffee has about 2 calories per 1 cup (240 ml) (240 g), or 1 kcal per 100 g. That serving gives you 0.3 g protein, 0 g carbs and 0 g fat.
Nutrition facts
Lab-analysed values from USDA FoodData Central (Beverages, coffee, brewed, prepared with tap water).
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | 1 cup (240 ml) (240 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 1 kcal | 2 kcal |
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0.3 g |
| Carbohydrates | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fat | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sugar | 0 g | 0 g |
| Sodium | 2 mg | 5 mg |
About Black Coffee
Black coffee is essentially calorie-free — about 2 kcal per cup. Everything that makes it a 'coffee drink' (milk, sugar, cream, syrup) is where the calories come from.
Tip: If you are cutting calories, coffee is one of the few things you can keep exactly as it is — as long as it is black.
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Common questions
How many calories are in black coffee?+
About 2 kcal per 1 cup (240 ml) (240 g), or 1 kcal per 100 g. Zero-calorie drink; additions are the only calories.
How much protein is in black coffee?+
About 0.3 g per 1 cup (240 ml). It is not a major protein source, so pair it with daal, yogurt, eggs, chicken or fish to balance the meal.
Is black coffee good for weight loss?+
Black Coffee is low in calorie density (1 kcal per 100 g), so it fills you up for relatively few calories and fits easily into a weight-loss diet.
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