Coffee, Cafe Mocha, decaffeinated, nonfat
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A decaffeinated, nonfat cafe mocha is a smooth, coffee-flavored beverage that blends espresso, milk, and chocolate. It offers a sweet, creamy texture with a mild coffee backbone and a hint of cocoa, all without the caffeine kick. With only 52 kcal per 100g, it's a lighter indulgence, primarily providing quick energy from its 10.24g of carbohydrates, mostly from sugar.
Calorie split: 20% protein · 78% carbs · 2% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the comforting ritual of a warm, sweet coffeehouse drink without the caffeine jitters. It's a versatile treat that satisfies chocolate and coffee cravings simultaneously, often enjoyed as a cozy afternoon pick-me-up or a dessert alternative.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high sugar content (9.42g per 100g) can lead to blood-sugar spikes, especially for those managing diabetes or insulin sensitivity. To counteract this, pair it with a source of protein or healthy fat (like a handful of nuts) to slow sugar absorption, or opt for a smaller portion size. Be mindful that it may contain milk, a common allergen.
Key benefits
- Low in calories and fat-free
- Provides a quick source of energy from carbohydrates
- Contains a small amount of protein from milk
- Offers a comforting, sweet flavor without caffeine
- Can be a lower-sugar alternative to many dessert beverages
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The 'mocha' in cafe mocha doesn't refer to chocolate, but to the historic port city of Mocha (Al Mokha) in Yemen, which was a major center for coffee trade in the 15th and 16th centuries.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 86.4 g |
| Energy | 52.0 kcal |
| Protein | 2.6 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.09 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 10.2 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 9.4 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 100 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.02 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 25.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 88.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 155 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 47.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.40 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.04 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 1.7 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.04 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.13 mg |
| Niacin | 0.88 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.04 mg |
| Folate, total | 2.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 2.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 2.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 12.6 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.35 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 48.0 ug |
| Retinol | 48.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 2.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.80 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 2.0 mg |
| Theobromine | 15.0 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.05 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 2.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Cream, fluid, light (coffee cream or table cream) — USDA does not publish this profile for Coffee.
| Tryptophan | 0.07 g |
| Threonine | 0.13 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.15 g |
| Leucine | 0.24 g |
| Lysine | 0.13 g |
| Methionine | 0.07 g |
| Cystine | 0.01 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.14 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.14 g |
| Valine | 0.18 g |
| Arginine | 0.07 g |
| Histidine | 0.07 g |
| Alanine | 0.09 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.22 g |
| Glutamic acid | 0.59 g |
| Glycine | 0.07 g |
| Proline | 0.31 g |
| Serine | 0.10 g |
FAQ
Is a decaf nonfat mocha a healthy choice?
It can be part of a balanced diet as a lower-calorie, fat-free treat. However, its primary nutritional contribution is sugar, so it's best enjoyed in moderation and not as a nutrient-dense food.
Why is the protein content so low if it's made with milk?
The nutrition is given per 100g of the final beverage, which is mostly water. The milk is diluted by the coffee and chocolate components, resulting in a modest protein amount per serving.
Does decaffeination remove all the caffeine?
No. Decaf coffee still contains a small amount of caffeine, typically 2-15 mg per 8 oz serving, compared to 80-100 mg in regular coffee.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 0.52 kcal/g · 20% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 9.4 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.30 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.