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Pistachio bread Calories
Butter pastry with pistachio filling/topping, energy-dense
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Pistachio bread (95 g) has 447 calories. That works out to 470 calories per 100 g. It contains 40.9 g of carbs, 8.1 g of protein, 27.6 g of fat and 2.7 g of fiber. Its 13.3 µg of Selenium covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Pistachio bread Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 95 g
447
KCAL / 95G
Carbs
40.9g
· 15% DV
Protein
8.1g
· 16% DV
Fat
27.6g
· 35% DV
Fiber
2.7g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 37% · Protein 7% · Fat 56%
Pistachio bread nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (95 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 447 kcal | |
| Total fat | 27.6 g | 35% |
| Saturated fat | 13.49 g | 67% |
| Trans fat | 0.38 g | |
| Sodium | 304 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 40.9 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 2.7 g | 10% |
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% |
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 Medium Pistachio bread?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 95 g | 447 kcal |
| 1 ounce (mini) | 28 g | 132 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 48 g | 226 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 65 g | 306 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 470 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 130 g | 611 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 150 g | 705 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 160 g | 752 kcal |
Calculated from 470 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pistachio bread
What is in pistachio bread?
Pistachio bread is usually a buttery, sweet bread or pastry with pistachios in the dough, filling, or topping. Recipes vary: some use chopped nuts, while others add pistachio paste or a sweet filling between layers.
How do you make pistachio bread at home?
You can make pistachio bread with either a yeasted dough or a quick bread batter. Mix in chopped pistachios or layer pistachio filling through the dough, shape it in a loaf pan, and bake according to the recipe until cooked through.
Is pistachio bread a traditional bread from a particular country?
Pistachio bread does not have one universally recognized country of origin or fixed traditional recipe. Sweet breads and pastries with pistachios appear in different food cultures, and the dough and filling vary between bakeries and home recipes.
Can you toast pistachio bread?
Yes, you can toast pistachio bread, especially if it is plain or lightly filled. Use a low setting and watch it closely, since the butter and sugar in many versions can brown quickly. Toasting also works well for day-old slices.
What goes well with pistachio bread?
Coffee or unsweetened tea pairs well with pistachio bread because the drink balances its buttery sweetness. Fresh fruit or plain yogurt also makes a good side; avoid piling on rich spreads if the loaf already has a sweet pistachio filling.
How should you store pistachio bread?
Keep pistachio bread in an airtight container in a cool, dry place and eat it within a few days for the best texture. If it has a perishable cream or dairy-based filling, refrigerate it rather than leaving it at room temperature.
Can pistachio bread be frozen?
Yes. Cool pistachio bread completely, wrap individual slices tightly, and freeze them in an airtight bag or container. Thaw a slice at room temperature, then warm it briefly if you want to bring back a softer, fresher texture.
Why did my pistachio bread turn out dry?
Pistachio bread often turns dry when it is overbaked or when the dough has too much flour. Measure flour carefully, avoid baking longer than the recipe requires, and let the loaf cool before wrapping it so it does not lose moisture.
Is pistachio bread better with pistachio paste or chopped pistachios?
Pistachio paste gives pistachio bread a more even, rich filling, while chopped nuts add distinct crunchy pieces. For a stronger nutty flavor with varied texture, some recipes use both; choose unsweetened paste if you want to control the sweetness.
Can you make pistachio bread without yeast?
Yes, pistachio bread can be made without yeast using baking powder or baking soda as the leavening agent. The result is more like a quick bread or cake than a stretchy, airy loaf, so it needs no proofing time.
Pistachio bread Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
171µg · 19% DV
B1
0.21mg · 18% DV
Biotin
4.75µg · 16% DV
B3
2.47mg · 15% DV
Minerals
Selenium
13µg · 24% DV
Copper
0.17mg · 19% DV
Phosphorus
105mg · 15% DV
Sodium
304mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
162mg · 5% DV
Pistachio bread Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Pistachio bread
To burn the 447 calories in 1 piece (medium) (95 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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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.
What is Pistachio bread?
Pistachio bread is a sweet, buttery bake rather than an everyday savoury loaf: pistachios are folded into the dough, used as a filling, or scattered over the top. Recipes vary, and the name alone does not point to one particular place of origin.
It may be soft and cake-like or made with layered pastry, with a rich buttery taste and the distinctive flavour of pistachios. It is usually sliced and served as a bakery treat with tea or coffee, or offered at breakfast in place of a sweeter pastry. It is energy-dense, with much of its richness coming from fat, while providing some protein. For a lighter snack, have a smaller piece alongside plain tea or coffee rather than adding another sweet.
How Nutritious Is Pistachio bread?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
Low
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 Pistachio 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 Pistachio bread Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Pistachio bread Good For?
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
Pistachio bread Fat Profile
SATURATED
13.49g
MONOUNSATURATED
8.65g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.04g
Omega 6:3 ratio 34.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (34.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.