Food guide

Half-and-Half

A blend of milk and cream used in coffee, richer than milk and far lighter than whipping cream.

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Nutrition per 100 g

Standardised to 100 g of half-and-half for fair comparison. Typical serving: 30 g — 39 kcal per 30 g serving.

Nutrition information for Half-and-Half
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (30 g)	Per 100 kcal
Energy	130 kcal	39 kcal	100 kcal
Protein	3 g	0.9 g	2.3 g
Carbohydrate	4.3 g	1.3 g	3.3 g
Fat	11.7 g	3.5 g	9 g
Fibre	0 g	0 g	0 g

Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Micronutrients

Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of half-and-half, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.

Micronutrients for Half-and-Half
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (30 g)	% DV
Vitamins
Vitamin A	97 µg	29.1 µg	11%
Vitamin C	0.9 mg	0.27 mg	1%
Vitamin D	0.05 µg	0.015 µg	<1%
Vitamin E	0.25 mg	0.075 mg	2%
Vitamin K	1.3 µg	0.39 µg	1%
Thiamin	0.03 mg	0.009 mg	3%
Riboflavin	0.19 mg	0.057 mg	15%
Niacin	0.11 mg	0.033 mg	<1%
Vitamin B6	0.05 mg	0.015 mg	3%
Folate	3 µg	0.9 µg	<1%
Vitamin B12	0.19 µg	0.057 µg	8%
Pantothenic acid	0.54 mg	0.16 mg	11%
Choline	18.7 mg	5.6 mg	3%
Minerals
Calcium	107 mg	32.1 mg	8%
Iron	0.05 mg	0.015 mg	<1%
Magnesium	10 mg	3 mg	2%
Phosphorus	95 mg	28.5 mg	8%
Potassium	132 mg	39.6 mg	3%
Sodium	61 mg	18.3 mg	3%
Zinc	0.39 mg	0.12 mg	4%
Selenium	3.2 µg	0.96 µg	6%
Copper	0.009 mg	0.003 mg	<1%
Manganese	0.005 mg	0.002 mg	<1%

Source: USDA FoodData Central — Cream, fluid, half and half

% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Why eat half-and-half?

A commonly eaten food that can sit in a balanced pattern when portions are honest.
A blend of milk and cream used in coffee, richer than milk and far lighter than whipping cream.

How to include it

Use as a protein side or in cooking rather than as a sweetened dessert.
Typical pairing ideas: Coffee, Tea, Oats.

Things to consider

Preparation and added fat, salt or sugar change the numbers more than the raw food does.

Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.