How Many Calories in a Coffee Latte?

How Many Calories in a Coffee Latte?

A coffee latte, or caffe latte, is a popular choice for those who enjoy a smooth, creamy coffee experience. But if you’re watching your calorie intake, you may wonder — how many calories does a latte have? The answer depends largely on the type of milk you use, whether you add steamed milk, syrups, or other toppings with added sugar, and the size of your cup.

Calories in a Regular Coffee Latte

A standard latte made with whole milk typically contains around 150 calories per 8 oz (240 ml) serving. Most of these calories come from the milk, not the espresso, so your calories are in a coffee mostly from the milk and sugar rather than the coffee itself.

For reference:

  • Calories latte whole milk: ~150 calories (8 oz)

  • Calories in a 12oz latte: ~225 calories

  • Latte calorie range depends on milk, size, and extras like syrups

Calories by Milk Type

The type of milk you choose has a big impact on your latte's calories:

Milk Type Approximate Calories (per 8 oz / 240 ml)
Whole milk ~150–180 cal
2% (reduced-fat) milk ~120 cal
Skim (non-fat) milk ~90 cal
Oat milk ~130–160 cal
Almond milk ~60–90 cal
Soy milk ~100–130 cal

Using lighter milk or almond milk is a great way to reduce calories without losing flavor. If your goal is weight loss, consider skipping syrups or toppings high in sugar.

Large Latte Calories

For larger servings, the calorie count increases:

  • 16–20 oz latte (large latte calories): ~220–320+ calories, depending on milk type and added sugar

  • Calories per cup vary with milk, syrups, and whipped cream

If you want a satisfying coffee that’s lower in calories, try black coffee or a macchiato, which is smaller and contains less milk.

How Many Calories Are in a Latte With Syrup?

Adding syrups or toppings can make your latte more calorie dense:

  • One pump of flavored syrup (~10 ml): ~40–50 calories

  • Whipped cream topping: ~70–100 calories

If you enjoy flavored coffee but want to keep your calorie intake in check, try our Flavored Coffee Sampler Packs. They offer variety and richness without requiring extra sugar.

Low-Calorie Coffee Options

If you want to enjoy coffee without adding many calories, consider:

  • Black Coffee / Americano: ~2–5 calories per cup of coffee

  • Macchiato: ~10–20 calories

  • Cold Brew: ~5–15 calories — for a smooth but strong brew, try Coarse Ground Coffee for Cold Brew

For naturally flavorful but lower-calorie options, you can explore medium-roast blends like Latin American Coffee Beans Blend or 6 Bean Blend Coffee.

Counting Calories in Your Latte

The calories per cup of a latte can vary widely — from around 60 calories with almond milk and no syrup to well over 300 calories in larger lattes with whole milk and syrups.

Tips for keeping your latte lighter:

  1. Choose lighter milk or almond milk

  2. Limit milk and sugar

  3. Consider smaller sizes if monitoring calorie intake

  4. Rely on the flavor of your type of coffee to satisfy your taste buds

For a naturally sweet coffee experience with fewer calories, try Caramel Coffee.

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