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A golden-brown einkorn bread loaf with a lightly flour-dusted crust and a cut slice showing dense, softly textured, pale-yellow crumb.

Egg bread (einkorn) Calories

Egg-enriched bread made with einkorn/ancient wheat; provides protein and complex carbohydrates.

CALORIES · 100 G

285kcal

GI

52medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

185mg

FIBER · 100 G

4.9g

Quick answer

2 slice (medium) of Egg bread (einkorn) (60 g) has 171 calories. That works out to 285 calories per 100 g. It contains 28.7 g of carbs, 6.9 g of protein, 3.5 g of fat and 2.9 g of fiber. Its 1 mg of Manganese covers 42% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 52 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Egg bread (einkorn) Nutrition Facts

Selected: 2 slice (medium) · 60 g

171

KCAL / 60G

Carbs

28.7g

· 10% DV

Protein

6.9g

· 14% DV

Fat

3.5g

· 4% DV

Fiber

2.9g

· 10% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 66% · Protein 16% · Fat 18%

Egg bread (einkorn) nutrition facts table · 2 slice (medium) (60 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories171 kcal
Total fat3.5 g4%
Saturated fat0.78 g4%
Trans fat0.02 g
Sodium258 mg11%
Total carbohydrate28.7 g10%
Fiber2.9 g10%
Protein6.9 g14%

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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How Many Calories in 1 Slice of Egg bread (einkorn)?

ServingAmountCalories
1 slice (medium)35 g100 kcal
1 slice (thin)25 g71 kcal
1 piece (small)45 g128 kcal
1 slice (thick)50 g143 kcal
2 slice (medium)60 g171 kcal
3 slice (thick)90 g257 kcal
1 piece (large)90 g257 kcal
100 g100 g285 kcal
1 serving (large)120 g342 kcal

Calculated from 285 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Egg bread (einkorn)

What is einkorn egg bread?

Einkorn egg bread is a loaf made with einkorn, an ancient wheat, with egg incorporated into the dough. It is different from the egg-dipped bread sometimes called eggy bread or French toast, which is cooked from slices of an already baked loaf.

Is einkorn egg bread the same as French toast?

No. Einkorn egg bread is baked as a loaf with egg in its dough, while French toast is made by dipping slices of bread in an egg mixture and frying them. The shared word “egg” refers to different steps in the two recipes.

What does einkorn egg bread taste like?

Einkorn egg bread usually has a wheat-forward, mildly nutty flavor, though the exact taste depends on the flour and recipe. The egg enriches the dough, so the loaf can taste fuller than a basic flour-and-water bread.

How do you make einkorn egg bread at home?

To make einkorn egg bread, mix einkorn flour with egg, water, yeast and salt, knead into a dough, let it rise, then bake it. Einkorn flour can absorb liquid differently from modern wheat flour, so add water gradually and adjust the dough texture.

Can you use einkorn flour in a regular bread recipe for einkorn egg bread?

Yes, but einkorn egg bread may need less kneading and a different amount of liquid than a recipe written for modern wheat flour. Add liquid gradually and avoid adding extra flour just because the dough feels softer or stickier than expected.

Does einkorn egg bread need to be refrigerated?

No, einkorn egg bread does not usually need refrigeration if it is kept in a cool, dry place and eaten within a few days. Refrigeration can make bread go stale faster; refrigerate it only if your kitchen is very warm or humid.

Can you freeze einkorn egg bread?

Yes, einkorn egg bread freezes well. Let the loaf cool completely, slice it, and seal the slices in a freezer-safe bag; you can then thaw only what you need or toast slices straight from frozen.

How should you serve einkorn egg bread?

Serve einkorn egg bread sliced, either plain or lightly toasted. Its wheat-rich flavor works well with savory toppings such as cheese, avocado or soup, and it can also be served with jam or honey for a sweeter breakfast.

Why is einkorn egg bread denser than ordinary white bread?

Einkorn egg bread can be denser because einkorn dough behaves differently from dough made with modern bread wheat, and egg enriches the loaf. A short rise, too much flour or overworking the dough can also make the finished bread heavy.

Can people with diabetes eat einkorn egg bread?

People with diabetes can include einkorn egg bread if it fits their individual meal plan, but its carbohydrates can still raise blood glucose. Pairing a measured portion with protein- and fiber-rich foods may help make the meal more filling; ask your clinician about your own targets.

Egg bread (einkorn) Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.19mg · 16% DV

B3

2.46mg · 15% DV

Biotin

3.6µg · 12% DV

B2

0.11mg · 8% DV

Minerals

Manganese

0.96mg · 42% DV

Selenium

14µg · 25% DV

Phosphorus

99mg · 14% DV

Copper

0.11mg · 12% DV

Sodium

258mg · 11% DV

Potassium ⭐

111mg · 3% DV

Egg bread (einkorn) Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

52
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

14.4
Medium

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Egg bread (einkorn)

To burn the 171 calories in 2 slice (medium) (60 g):

🚶

42min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

17min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

23min

Cycling

🏊

20min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Egg bread (einkorn)?

Egg bread (einkorn) is a loaf made with karakılçık, a traditional Turkish ancient wheat, and enriched with egg. Karakılçık has a distinctly wheaty, gently nutty flavour; the egg gives the crumb a softer, more substantial texture. The name on this page refers to karakılçık bread rather than ordinary white bread.

Slice it for breakfast or toast, or use it for a sandwich; it also fits easily alongside a soup or salad. Its nutritional profile combines complex carbohydrates and fibre with protein: a 100 g portion provides 11.5 g of protein. For a lighter meal, serve it with fresh vegetables or lean on toppings such as tomato and herbs rather than adding extra oil.

How Nutritious Is Egg bread (einkorn)?

Nutrient density

Medium

46/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Medium

53/ 100

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.

Is Egg bread (einkorn) Processed?

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.

Does Egg bread (einkorn) Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy free
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Egg bread (einkorn) Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Egg bread (einkorn) Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.78g

MONOUNSATURATED

1.02g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.72g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 31.5:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (31.5:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.