Calorie comparison
Sourdough Bread vs White Bread
Per 100 grams, white bread is the lighter choice by 24 calories, while sourdough bread delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Sourdough Bread | White Bread |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 289 | 265 |
| Protein | 12 g | 9 g |
| Carbs | 56 g | 49 g |
| Fat | 1.8 g | 3.2 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🍞 Sourdough Bread
1 slice (36 g)
104 cal
4.3 g protein · 20.2 g carbs · 0.6 g fat
🍞 White Bread
1 slice (28 g)
74 cal
2.5 g protein · 13.7 g carbs · 0.9 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, sourdough bread or white bread?
Per 100 g, sourdough bread has 289 calories and white bread has 265. White Bread is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, sourdough bread or white bread?
Sourdough Bread has 12 g of protein per 100 g; white bread has 9 g. Sourdough Bread wins on protein.
Is sourdough bread or white bread better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward white bread — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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