When it comes to weight loss, making small, mindful choices can have a big impact. This is especially true of your daily coffee order. The unfortunate truth is that a lot of popular coffee drinks are loaded with sugar and high-calorie syrups that can stand in the way of your weight loss goals. But that doesn’t mean you have to take your coffee black or give up Starbucks. In fact, there are plenty of ways to customize your favorite drinks to bring them under 100 calories.
Dietitian Devika Sharma and fitness expert Terrance Crawford have shared their go-to Starbucks drink recommendations for anyone looking for a tasty, low-calorie beverage. Find their top picks below.
1. Iced Grande 1 Pump Toasted Vanilla Oat Milk Shaken Espresso
Time to shake up your shaken espresso order for a lower calorie option! If you've got a sweet tooth but still want to lose weight, you're in luck. This drink combines the robust flavor of shaken espresso with the subtle sweetness of toasted vanilla, all smoothed out by creamy oat milk. By opting for just one pump of syrup, it keeps the calorie count low without compromising on taste. Plus, it’s only about 90 calories. What's not to love?!
2. Iced Grande 1/2 Pump Vanilla Cold Brew + Splash of Sweet Cream
Here's another fantastic option for vanilla lovers; order a Vanilla Cold Brew with just a 1/2 pump and a splash of sweet cream. This 80-calorie drink combines the bold, smooth flavor of cold brew coffee with a hint of vanilla sweetness and a touch of creamy texture, offering a satisfying experience without excessive calories. By using only half a pump of vanilla syrup and a minimal amount of sweet cream, this beverage keeps sugar and calorie content in check, making it a great choice for those looking to enjoy a flavorful coffee while supporting their weight loss efforts.
3. Salted Caramel Cold Foam Cold Brew
Love a bit of caramel? So do we. That's why we're excited to share this good news: Starbuck's Salted Caramel Cold Foam Cold Brew contains just 80 calories and 5 grams of sugar. For an even more diet-friendly option, Crawford suggests using almond milk and a single pump of caramel syrup, or you can replace the syrup with a sugar alternative. Sign us up!
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