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Classic French baguette bread, long and thin, crisp crust, ideal for sandwiches
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Baguette sandwich bread (60 g) has 162 calories. That works out to 270 calories per 100 g. It contains 32.4 g of carbs, 5.1 g of protein, 0.7 g of fat and 1.5 g of fiber. Its 7.8 µg of Selenium covers 14% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 78 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 60 g
162
KCAL / 60G
Carbs
32.4g
· 12% DV
Protein
5.1g
· 10% DV
Fat
0.7g
· 1% DV
Fiber
1.5g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 83% · Protein 13% · Fat 4%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 162 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.7 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.12 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 312 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 32.4 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% |
| Protein | 5.1 g | 10% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 60 g | 162 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 40 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 40 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 50 g | 135 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 80 g | 216 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 100 g | 270 kcal |
| 1 piece (extra large) | 120 g | 324 kcal |
Calculated from 270 calories per 100 g.
Baguette sandwich bread is often shaped or baked to be easier to fill and bite, while a traditional baguette is known for its long shape and crisp crust. The exact difference depends on the bakery’s recipe and loaf size.
Baguette sandwich bread can stale quickly because its crisp crust and relatively airy interior lose moisture after baking. Keep it wrapped at room temperature and buy only what you expect to eat soon, or freeze the extra loaf.
No, the refrigerator usually makes baguette sandwich bread stale faster. Store it at room temperature in a paper bag or bread box; freeze it in an airtight wrap if you need to keep it for longer.
Sprinkle the outside of baguette sandwich bread with a little water and warm it briefly in a hot oven. The moisture helps refresh the crust; avoid leaving it in too long, or the loaf can dry out.
Yes, but keep wet ingredients away from the bread until serving. Spread a thin layer of butter or another barrier, pat juicy vegetables dry, and pack sauces separately so the baguette sandwich bread stays firmer.
Yes, baguette sandwich bread works well for French toast, especially when it is a little stale. Cut it into thick slices and let each piece soak briefly in the egg mixture so the inside absorbs it without falling apart.
Yes, the crust on baguette sandwich bread is edible and is part of the loaf. If it feels too hard to bite, warm the bread briefly or choose a softer loaf; removing the crust is a matter of preference.
Wrap a baguette sandwich in parchment or foil and keep cold fillings chilled until lunch. For a crispier result, pack juicy vegetables and sauces separately and add them just before eating.
Yes, sliced baguette sandwich bread freezes well. Separate slices with small pieces of parchment if you want to remove them individually, then seal them in a freezer bag to limit drying and freezer odors.
Baguette sandwich bread can split when the crust is very firm or the loaf is cut too deeply. Make a lengthwise slit rather than cutting all the way through, and use a serrated knife to avoid crushing the bread.
Vitamins
B1
0.13mg · 11% DV
B3
1.26mg · 8% DV
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
Folate
18µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Selenium
7.8µg · 14% DV
Sodium
312mg · 14% DV
Manganese
0.3mg · 13% DV
Iron
1.32mg · 7% DV
Potassium ⭐
66mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 162 calories in 1 piece (medium) (60 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Baguette sandwich bread takes its shape from the long, narrow French baguette, with a crust that is lightly crisp and a softer centre. It is made from a simple bread dough and sold in a size and shape that makes it easy to split and fill.
In France, baguette-style sandwiches are a familiar lunch, often filled with cheese, ham, or vegetables; elsewhere, the bread works just as well for packed lunches or a quick meal. It is mainly a source of carbohydrate, with 54 g per 100 g, and relatively little fat. Add salad leaves and other vegetables, and go easy on rich spreads for a lighter filling.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.12g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.12g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.18g
Omega 6:3 ratio 15:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (15:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.