Coffee, instant, decaffeinated, pre-lightened and pre-sweetened with sugar, not reconstituted
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This is a shelf-stable, instant coffee powder designed for a quick, sweet, and creamy cup without the caffeine. It has a fine, dry texture and a flavor profile dominated by sweetened dairy or non-dairy creamer, with a mild, roasted coffee base. Nutritionally, it is essentially a concentrated source of carbohydrates and added sugars, with virtually no protein or fiber.
Calorie split: 0% protein · 74% carbs · 26% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its unparalleled convenience and the comforting, nostalgic taste of a sweet, creamy coffeehouse beverage that can be made instantly with just hot water. It's a staple for quick breaks, travel, or situations where fresh coffee isn't available.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The very high sugar content (over 66g per 100g) can lead to rapid blood sugar spikes and crashes, offering little sustained energy. To counteract this, consider using only half a packet and supplementing with a source of protein or healthy fat, like a handful of nuts or a piece of cheese, to slow sugar absorption. It also lacks the complex flavors and antioxidants of freshly brewed coffee.
Key benefits
- Provides immediate energy from simple carbohydrates.
- Offers extreme convenience and a long shelf life.
- Delivers a consistent, familiar sweet and creamy flavor.
- Caffeine-free option for evening consumption.
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The 'pre-lightened' component is typically a powdered creamer made from hydrogenated vegetable oils, corn syrup solids, and stabilizers, which dissolve instantly to create a creamy texture without any actual dairy cream.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 0.16 g |
| Energy | 465 kcal |
| Protein | 0.00 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 13.3 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 86.3 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 66.7 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 0.00 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.00 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 0.00 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 0.00 mg |
| Potassium, K | 57.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 333 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.00 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.00 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.00 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.00 mg |
| Niacin | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.00 mg |
| Folate, total | 0.00 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 0.00 ug |
| Choline, total | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0.00 ug |
| Retinol | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 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) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 13.3 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 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.00 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 | 0.00 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
Why is there no fiber or protein?
This product is made from highly processed ingredients: instant coffee, sugar, and powdered creamer. The refining process removes all plant fiber, and the creamer is primarily fats and carbohydrates, not a significant protein source.
Is this the same as regular decaf coffee?
No. Regular decaf coffee is brewed from decaffeinated coffee beans. This is a pre-mixed powder that includes sugar and a powdered non-dairy creamer, making it a distinct, sweetened convenience product.
Can I use this in baking?
Yes, it's excellent for adding a sweet coffee flavor to cakes, cookies, frostings, and no-bake desserts. Its fine powder dissolves easily into batters and mixtures.
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 4.65 kcal/g · 0% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 66.7 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: 5.84 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.