How Much Protein Is In Brewed Coffee?

FoodData Central Updated 6 April 2026

Coffee brewed with tap water and drunk black. Essentially free of energy before milk or sugar go in.

Protein per 1 cup (237g)

0.2

g

% Daily Value

0%

Complete Nutrition Facts for Brewed Coffee

Per 1 cup (237g)

0g

sugar

Essential Amino Acids in Brewed Coffee

Per 1 cup (237g)

5mg

Histidine

5mg

Isoleucine

12mg

Leucine

2mg

Lysine

0mg

Methionine

7mg

Phenylalanine

2mg

Threonine

0mg

Tryptophan

7mg

Valine

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About Protein in Brewed Coffee

A serving of Brewed Coffee (237g) contains 0.2g of protein, which is 0% of the recommended daily value based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Protein is essential for building and repairing tissues, making enzymes and hormones, and supporting immune function. When planning your meals, consider that brewed coffee is a low source of protein compared to other beverages.

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Source: USDA FoodData Central | FDC ID: 171890 | Last updated: 2026-04-06

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