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A decaffeinated, nonfat latte with a touch of flavored syrup, this drink offers the familiar creamy coffeehouse experience without the caffeine jolt. It has a light, smooth texture from steamed milk foam and a sweet, aromatic profile from the added flavoring. Nutritionally, it's a low-calorie, virtually fat-free beverage with a modest protein boost from the milk.
Calorie split: 26% protein · 71% carbs · 2% fat
↓ Full nutritionPeople love it for delivering the comforting ritual and sweet, creamy flavor of a coffeehouse treat without caffeine, making it a perfect evening or anytime indulgence. Its versatility allows for endless flavor customization, from vanilla to caramel, catering to personal taste.
The primary downside is the high sugar content (7.38g per 100g), which can contribute to blood-sugar spikes, especially for those monitoring glucose levels. To counteract this, opt for sugar-free flavor syrups, ask for a half-pump of flavor, or pair it with a protein-rich snack like nuts to slow sugar absorption.
The 'flavor' in most coffee shop syrups often comes from a compound called vanillin, which was first synthesized from a chemical found in rice bran in the early 1900s.
| Water | 88.9 g |
| Energy | 42.0 kcal |
| Protein | 2.8 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.10 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 7.5 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 7.4 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 107 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.02 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 22.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 88.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 153 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 35.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.37 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.01 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 1.6 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.04 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.14 mg |
| Niacin | 0.92 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 | 13.4 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.38 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 52.0 ug |
| Retinol | 52.0 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) | 0.90 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.00 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
| 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 |
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 |
Does decaf mean completely caffeine-free?
No. Decaffeination removes about 97% of caffeine, but a small amount remains. A typical 16 oz decaf latte may have 5-15 mg of caffeine, compared to 150+ mg in regular coffee.
Why is it so low in fat?
It's made with nonfat (skim) milk, which has had the cream removed. This eliminates nearly all the milk fat, drastically reducing the drink's overall fat content.
Can I make this healthier at home?
Absolutely. Use unsweetened almond or oat milk, a dash of pure vanilla extract, and a small amount of a natural sweetener like monk fruit to control sugar and calories precisely.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 0.23 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.