Coffee, macchiato, sweetened
Common food
A sweetened macchiato is a small, potent espresso drink 'stained' with a dollop of steamed milk and a touch of sugar. It offers a bold, bittersweet coffee punch softened by a creamy, velvety texture from the milk. Nutritionally, it's a low-calorie, low-protein pick-me-up, with the majority of its energy coming from simple carbohydrates in the added sugar.
Calorie split: 12% protein · 70% carbs · 18% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People adore the sweetened macchiato for its perfect balance of intense coffee flavor and smooth, sweet creaminess in a compact serving. It's a versatile staple, enjoyed as a morning kickstart or an afternoon treat, deeply embedded in café culture worldwide.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The added sugar can cause a rapid blood-spike and subsequent energy crash, especially on an empty stomach. To counteract this, pair it with a protein-rich breakfast like eggs or yogurt, or opt for a sugar-free version. Those sensitive to caffeine should also be mindful of its stimulating effects.
Key benefits
- Provides a quick caffeine boost for alertness and focus.
- Very low in calories and fat, making it a light indulgence.
- The small milk portion adds a trace of calcium and protein.
- Can be a lower-sugar alternative to many flavored coffee drinks.
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🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The term 'macchiato' means 'stained' or 'marked' in Italian, referring to the espresso being stained with a small amount of milk.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 90.8 g |
| Energy | 40.0 kcal |
| Protein | 1.1 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 0.80 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 6.9 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.00 g |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 41.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.09 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 55.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 37.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 123 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 21.0 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.17 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.03 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.60 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.10 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.02 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.16 mg |
| Niacin | 3.4 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.02 mg |
| Folate, total | 1.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 1.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 1.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 6.8 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.14 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 18.0 ug |
| Retinol | 18.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 1.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.02 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.30 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 0.10 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 136 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.45 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.06 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.21 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.07 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.14 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.15 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.08 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.08 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 | 3.0 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
What's the difference between a macchiato and a latte?
A macchiato is primarily espresso 'stained' with a small amount of milk foam, while a latte is espresso with a much larger proportion of steamed milk, making it milder and larger.
Is a sweetened macchiato high in sugar?
Per 100g, it contains about 5.84g of sugar. In a typical 60g serving, this translates to roughly 3.5g of sugar, which is moderate but can add up with multiple servings.
Can I make a sweetened macchiato without dairy?
Yes, you can substitute the steamed milk with a dairy-free alternative like oat, almond, or soy milk, though the texture and nutritional profile will change slightly.
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 0.40 kcal/g · 11% calories from protein · 0.0 g fiber · 5.8 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: 0.17 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.