What are the nutritional values of macadamia nut milk?
Unsweetened macadamia milk is low in calories and carbs: one widely sold U.S. brand lists 40 calories, 3.5 g fat, under 1 g carbs, 0 g sugar and 1 g protein per cup. Sweetened and barista versions run higher, up to 80 calories and 7 g sugar. Numbers change by brand, so read the label.
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How many calories are in macadamia milk?
It depends on the version. Milkadamia, one widely sold U.S. brand, has these figures per 1 cup, as listed by Go Dairy Free:
| Version | Calories | Fat | Carbs | Sugar | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unsweetened | 40 | 3.5 g | under 1 g | 0 g | 1 g |
| Creamy (original) | 60 | 3.5 g | 7 g | 6 g | 1 g |
| Barista | 80 | 4.5 g | 8 g | 7 g | 1 g |
Other brands will differ. Homemade macadamia milk has no label at all, and its calories depend on how many nuts you blend per cup of water.
Is macadamia milk high in protein?
No. Expect about 1 g per cup on the label of that brand. If protein matters to you, compare it with soy milk or dairy milk on the carton rather than assuming a nut milk is a protein source.
Is macadamia milk a good source of calcium?
Only when it is fortified. The same brand states its milks are fortified, with calcium at 25 percent of the daily value in most varieties. Unfortified or homemade versions should not be counted on for calcium, vitamin D or B12. Check the ingredient list for added calcium (often calcium phosphate) and the Nutrition Facts for the percentage.
What else is in store-bought macadamia milk?
Mostly filtered water and macadamias. Depending on the product, ingredients can also include cane sugar, calcium phosphate, gums such as guar or gellan, sunflower lecithin, sea salt, pea protein and added vitamins. Gums and lecithin keep it from separating; they are optional extras you can avoid by choosing a shorter ingredient list.
Who should avoid it?
Macadamias are tree nuts, so people with a tree nut allergy should avoid macadamia milk unless a doctor says otherwise.
How to pick one
- For everyday use and low sugar: choose unsweetened and check that sugar says 0 g.
- For coffee: barista versions froth better but often carry added sugar.
- For calcium: look for a fortified label with a stated percentage.
This is general information, not medical advice. Nutrition numbers differ by brand, so the carton label always wins.
People also ask
How many calories are in a cup of macadamia milk?
About 40 calories for one brand's unsweetened version and up to 80 for its barista version. Other brands vary, so check the carton.
Is macadamia milk keto-friendly?
Unsweetened versions list under 1 g carbs per cup on that brand's label, so they are often used on low-carb diets. Check each product, since sweetened ones have 7 g or more.
Is macadamia milk healthier than almond milk?
Neither is clearly better. Compare calories, added sugar and fortification on the labels of the exact products you are choosing.
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