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Oat Bread Calories
Oaty, high fiber, complex carbs, heart-friendly
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Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Oat Bread (35 g) has 84 calories. That works out to 240 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.1 g of carbs, 3 g of protein, 1.2 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of Manganese covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
What is Oat Bread?
Oat bread is a loaf made with oats, usually as oat flour, rolled oats or both. Recipes often combine oats with other flours to give the dough structure. It tends to have a close, hearty crumb, a gently nutty flavour and a browned crust; some loaves also have oat flakes on top.
It works well toasted for breakfast or lunch, with eggs, cheese, soup or a sandwich filling, and is also easy to serve alongside a meal. Its main nutritional strengths are fibre and complex carbohydrates; a 100 g portion provides 6.2 g of fibre. For a lighter topping, try sliced tomato, greens or a modest layer of nut butter.
Oat Bread Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
240
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
43g
· 16% DV
Protein
8.5g
· 17% DV
Fat
3.5g
· 4% DV
Fiber
6.2g
· 22% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 72% · Protein 14% · Fat 14%
Oat Bread Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.22mg · 18% DV
B3
2.1mg · 13% DV
Folate
35µg · 9% DV
B6
0.13mg · 8% DV
Minerals
Manganese
1mg · 43% DV
Selenium
12µg · 22% DV
Sodium
420mg · 18% DV
Phosphorus
110mg · 16% DV
How Nutritious Is Oat Bread?
Nutrient density
Medium
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
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.
Oat Bread Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Oat Bread
To burn the 240 calories in 100 g:
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Is Oat Bread 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 Oat Bread Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Oat Bread Good For?
Vegan
✓ 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
Oat Bread Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.7g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14.2:1).
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Frequently Asked Questions About Oat Bread
What is Oat Bread made of?
Oat Bread is typically made with oats or oat flour alongside wheat flour, water, yeast, and salt. Many recipes use wheat flour to give the loaf enough structure to rise, so the name does not mean it is made entirely from oats.
Is Oat Bread gluten-free?
No, this Oat Bread contains gluten. Oats themselves do not naturally contain gluten, but bread recipes often include wheat flour, and oats can also come into contact with gluten-containing grains during processing.
Why does Oat Bread sometimes fail to rise?
Oat Bread may rise less than a wheat loaf because oats do not form the same stretchy gluten network. Too much oat flour, inactive yeast, or cutting the rising time short can make the loaf especially dense.
Can I replace wheat flour with oat flour in Oat Bread?
No, not cup for cup in a standard bread recipe. Oat flour lacks wheat flour’s gluten-forming proteins, so replacing all the wheat flour can leave Oat Bread crumbly or unable to hold its shape; use a recipe designed for oat flour.
Does toasting Oat Bread change its texture?
Yes, toasting Oat Bread makes the outside crisp while warming and softening the inside. Its dense crumb usually holds together well in a toaster, making it a practical choice for toppings that might make softer bread soggy.
How should I store Oat Bread to keep it fresh?
Keep Oat Bread in a closed bread bag or container at room temperature if you plan to eat it soon. Refrigeration can make bread stale faster; discard the loaf if you see mold rather than cutting around the spot.
Can you freeze Oat Bread?
Yes, Oat Bread freezes well when wrapped tightly to keep air out. Freeze it sliced so you can take out only what you need, then toast a slice straight from frozen or let it thaw at room temperature.
Is Oat Bread good for sandwiches?
Yes, Oat Bread works well for sandwiches because its hearty crumb can support fillings without tearing easily. Pair its mild, nutty flavor with savory fillings such as egg, cheese, or roasted vegetables.
Does Oat Bread taste like oatmeal?
Oat Bread has a mild, slightly nutty flavor rather than tasting exactly like a bowl of oatmeal. The oat flavor is more noticeable in loaves made with more oats or topped with oat flakes.
Why is my homemade Oat Bread gummy inside?
Homemade Oat Bread can turn gummy if it is sliced before cooling, since steam is still escaping from the crumb. Let the loaf cool completely on a rack; excess liquid or underbaking can also leave the center sticky.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.