Calories in white bread

USDA data · Updated October 12, 2026

White bread (1 slice, 29 g) has 77 calories, with 2.6 g of protein, 14.3 g of carbohydrates and 1 g of fat. Per 100 g, that's 266 kcal.

Values are for Bread, white, commercially prepared (includes soft bread crumbs). Amounts vary with size, variety and preparation.

White bread

Per 1 slice (29 g)


Calories77

Protein2.6 g
Carbohydrates14.3 g
   Fiber0.8 g
   Sugars1.6 g
Fat1 g
Sodium142 mg

Source: USDA FoodData Central.

Calories in white bread by serving

ServingWeightCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
100 g100 g2668.8 g49.4 g3.3 g
1 slice29 g772.6 g14.3 g1 g
1 oz28 g752.5 g14 g0.9 g
1 cup, crumbs45 g1204 g22.2 g1.5 g
1 cup, cubes35 g933.1 g17.3 g1.2 g
1 slice, large30 g802.7 g14.8 g1 g
1 slice25 g662.2 g12.4 g0.8 g
1 slice crust not eaten12 g321.1 g5.9 g0.4 g
1 slice, thin20 g531.8 g9.9 g0.7 g

Where the calories come from

Protein 13%Carbs 75%Fat 12%

White bread has a medium energy density (2.7 kcal per gram). It provides 3.3 g of protein per 100 kcal.

Bread, rice & grains: calories compared

Per 100 gCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
Oatmeal712.5 g12 g1.5 g
Couscous1123.8 g23.2 g0.2 g
Quinoa1204.4 g21.3 g1.9 g
Brown rice1232.7 g25.6 g1 g
White rice1302.7 g28.2 g0.3 g
Pasta (cooked)1585.8 g30.9 g0.9 g
English muffin2357.7 g46 g1.8 g
Whole-wheat bread25212.4 g42.7 g3.5 g
Bagel26410.6 g52.4 g1.3 g
White bread2668.8 g49.4 g3.3 g
Flour tortilla3068.2 g49.4 g8 g
Rolled oats (dry)37913.2 g67.7 g6.5 g

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Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, SR Legacy, FDC ID 174924. Calories are rounded to the nearest whole number and nutrients to one decimal place.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in white bread?

77 calories in 1 slice (29 g), or 266 calories per 100 g.

How much protein is in white bread?

2.6 g of protein in 1 slice (29 g) (8.8 g per 100 g).

How many carbs are in white bread?

14.3 g of carbohydrates in 1 slice (29 g), including 0.8 g of fiber.