Café au Lait vs Espresso
Overall, Espresso has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 7 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Café au Lait | Espresso |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | a |
| NOVA group | 3 | 1 |
| Calories | 24 kcal | 1 kcal |
| Fat | 1.2 g | 0 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.7 g | 0 g |
| Sugars | 1.6 g | 0 g |
| Salt | 0.1 g | 0 g |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 0 g |
| Protein | 1.2 g | 0.2 g |
| Additives | 2 | 0 |
| Allergens | Milk | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Espresso has 96% fewer calories (1 kcal vs 24 kcal).
- Espresso has no fat, while Café au Lait has 1.2 g.
- Espresso has no saturated fat, while Café au Lait has 0.7 g.
- Espresso has no sugar, while Café au Lait has 1.6 g.
- Café au Lait has 100% more fiber (0.4 g vs 0 g).
- Café au Lait has 83% more protein (1.2 g vs 0.2 g).
- Espresso has the better Nutri-Score.
- Espresso is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Café au Lait lists: Milk.
Ingredients
Café au Lait
LAIT entier en poudre (80,2%), café soluble (17,3%), stabilisants (phosphates de potassium, citrates de sodium), matière grasse de LAIT anhydre.
Espresso
Café moulu pur arabica
FAQ
Which is healthier: Café au Lait or Espresso?
Overall, Espresso has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Espresso has fewer calories: 1 kcal versus 24 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Espresso has less sugar: 0 g versus 1.6 g per 100 g.