How many calories are in a cappuccino?

About 65 cal for a medium (240ml) with whole milk. Small is 49 cal, large is 97 cal. The milk is the calorie source—the espresso base is just 3 calories.

Cappuccino vs latte: what's the difference?

Cappuccino has equal parts espresso, steamed milk, and foam. Latte has much more steamed milk. A medium latte is about 120 cal vs 65 cal for cappuccino—nearly double.

How to make a cappuccino lower calorie?

Use skim milk (40 cal vs 65 cal for whole milk), oat milk (55 cal), or almond milk (25 cal). Skip added sugar and flavored syrups. A skim milk cappuccino saves about 25 calories.

How much caffeine is in a cappuccino?

About 63-126mg depending on single or double shot. Same as straight espresso since it's just espresso + milk. A large cappuccino with a double shot has about 126mg caffeine.

Is a cappuccino keto-friendly?

A small one can work. With 2.8g net carbs per 100g (about 5g per small serving). Use heavy cream instead of milk for a keto version (higher fat, lower carb). Avoid sugar.

Is cappuccino healthy?

One of the healthier coffee shop options. A medium has just 65 calories, provides some calcium (65mg/100g), and the milk adds protein. The caffeine provides alertness. Just avoid flavored syrups.

What's the best time to drink a cappuccino?

Italians only drink it in the morning. Practically, avoid it after 2-3 PM due to caffeine (6-hour half-life). The milk makes it more satisfying than black coffee for a morning drink.