Calorie comparison
Black Coffee vs Cappuccino
Per 100 grams, black coffee is the lighter choice by 34 calories, while cappuccino delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Black Coffee | Cappuccino |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 1 | 35 |
| Protein | 0.1 g | 1.9 g |
| Carbs | 0 g | 3.4 g |
| Fat | 0 g | 1.3 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
☕ Black Coffee
1 cup (240 g)
2 cal
0.2 g protein · 0 g carbs · 0 g fat
☕ Cappuccino
8 oz (240 g)
84 cal
4.6 g protein · 8.2 g carbs · 3.1 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, black coffee or cappuccino?
Per 100 g, black coffee has 1 calories and cappuccino has 35. Black Coffee is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, black coffee or cappuccino?
Black Coffee has 0.1 g of protein per 100 g; cappuccino has 1.9 g. Cappuccino wins on protein.
Is black coffee or cappuccino better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward black coffee — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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