Coffee, Latte, with non-dairy milk
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A coffee latte made with non-dairy milk is a smooth, creamy espresso-based drink where steamed plant milk replaces traditional dairy. It offers a lighter, often subtly sweet or nutty flavor profile with a frothy texture, all at a very low calorie count of just 28 kcal per 100g. Its nutrition is characterized by minimal protein and carbs, with a small amount of fat from the plant milk.
Calorie split: 14% protein · 41% carbs · 45% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for the rich, comforting ritual of a latte without the dairy, enjoying the customizable flavors of oat, almond, or soy milk. It's a versatile, inclusive choice that fits seamlessly into vegan, vegetarian, or lactose-free lifestyles.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The primary downside is potential added sugars and thickeners in some commercial non-dairy milks, which can affect blood sugar and add unnecessary calories. To counteract this, opt for unsweetened varieties and check labels for minimal additives. Those watching carbohydrate intake should be mindful that oat milk lattes can be higher in carbs than almond milk versions.
Key benefits
- Very low calorie for a creamy coffee drink
- Dairy-free and lactose-intolerant friendly
- Often fortified with calcium and vitamin D
- Provides a moderate caffeine boost
- Can be made with various plant milks for different flavors
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The term 'latte' is short for the Italian 'caffè latte,' which literally means 'milk coffee,' but in Italy, it's typically just steamed milk with a bit of coffee, not the espresso-heavy drink known worldwide.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 94.4 g |
| Energy | 28.0 kcal |
| Protein | 0.97 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 1.4 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 2.8 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.10 g |
| Total Sugars | 1.7 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 128 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.29 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 22.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 30.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 63.0 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 44.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.17 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.04 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.60 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.00 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.01 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.06 mg |
| Niacin | 0.96 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.01 mg |
| Folate, total | 4.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 4.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 4.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 6.1 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.31 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.31 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 29.0 ug |
| Retinol | 29.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 3.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.7 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 1.6 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.80 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.70 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 36.0 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.15 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 | 0.10 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.03 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.65 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.64 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.44 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.39 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.05 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
Is a non-dairy latte vegan?
Yes, when made with plant-based milk like oat, almond, soy, or coconut milk, it is suitable for a vegan diet.
Which non-dairy milk froths best for a latte?
Oat milk and soy milk are generally considered to froth the best, creating a stable, creamy microfoam similar to dairy milk.
Does a non-dairy latte have less caffeine than a regular latte?
No, the caffeine content comes from the espresso shots, not the milk. A latte with non-dairy milk has the same amount of caffeine as one made with dairy milk.
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 0.28 kcal/g · 14% calories from protein · 0.1 g fiber · 1.7 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: 0.70 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.