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A round, ring-shaped bread with a golden-brown, slightly glossy crust covered in pale sesame seeds, showing a compact, pale cream interior around the central hole where it is cut open.

Sesame Bagel Calories

Classic bagel topped with sesame seeds, baked

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES

270kcal

GI

72high

POTASSIUM

90mg

FIBER

2.7g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Sesame Bagel (95 g) has 257 calories. That works out to 270 calories per 100 g. It contains 48.4 g of carbs, 9 g of protein, 3.3 g of fat and 2.6 g of fiber. Its 11.4 µg of Selenium covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

What is Sesame Bagel?

A sesame bagel is a ring-shaped bread with a compact, chewy crumb and a lightly glossy crust scattered with sesame seeds. Bagels are associated with Jewish baking traditions in Poland; the dough is traditionally briefly boiled before baking, which helps give the crust its distinctive bite.

Sesame bagels are often eaten at breakfast or made into sandwiches, with cream cheese, eggs, or smoked fish among familiar fillings. They have a substantial, bread-forward texture and are mainly a source of carbohydrates, with some protein and fibre. At about 270 kcal per 100 g, one makes a filling base for a meal; pair it with vegetables and a modest amount of rich spread for a lighter sandwich.

Sesame Bagel Nutrition Facts

Selected: 100 g

270

KCAL / 100G

Carbs

51g

· 19% DV

Protein

9.5g

· 19% DV

Fat

3.5g

· 4% 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 75% · Protein 14% · Fat 11%

Sesame Bagel Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.23mg · 19% DV

B3

2.8mg · 18% DV

B2

0.13mg · 10% DV

Folate

35µg · 9% DV

Minerals

Selenium

12µg · 22% DV

Sodium

430mg · 19% DV

Phosphorus

85mg · 12% DV

Iron

2mg · 11% DV

How Nutritious Is Sesame Bagel?

Nutrient density

Medium

35/ 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

41/ 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.

Sesame Bagel Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

72
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

36
High

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

How to Burn Off Sesame Bagel

To burn the 270 calories in 100 g:

🚶

67min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

28min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

37min

Cycling

🏊

31min

Swimming

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

Is Sesame Bagel 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 Sesame Bagel Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

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

Which Diets Is Sesame Bagel 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

Sesame Bagel Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.6g

MONOUNSATURATED

1.2g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.1g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 23.3:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (23.3:1).

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Frequently Asked Questions About Sesame Bagel

What is a sesame bagel?

A sesame bagel is a ring-shaped bread with sesame seeds on its crust and a dense, chewy interior. Traditional bagel dough is briefly boiled before baking, which gives the crust its characteristic sheen and bite.

How do you eat a sesame bagel?

Slice a sesame bagel horizontally and eat it plain, or fill it with cream cheese, egg, avocado, or smoked salmon. Toasting the cut sides first adds crunch and helps the filling stay in place.

Should you toast a sesame bagel?

Toasting a sesame bagel is optional, but it makes the cut surface crisp and warms the center. Slice it first and toast the halves cut-side up; a whole bagel may warm unevenly.

How do you store sesame bagels?

Keep sesame bagels in a sealed bread bag at room temperature if you plan to eat them soon. Refrigeration can make bread stale faster, so freeze bagels you will not use within a few days.

Can you freeze sesame bagels?

Yes, sesame bagels freeze well. Slice each one horizontally before freezing and seal the halves in a freezer bag; you can then toast them straight from frozen without waiting for them to thaw.

Why are sesame bagels boiled before baking?

Boiling sets the outside of a sesame bagel before it goes into the oven, creating its shiny crust and chewy texture. A longer boil generally produces a thicker crust and a denser result.

What goes well in a sesame bagel sandwich?

Cream cheese, smoked salmon, egg, tomato, and avocado all work well in a sesame bagel sandwich. The toasted sesame flavor suits both creamy and savory fillings; add fresh ingredients after toasting the bread.

Why do sesame seeds fall off a sesame bagel?

Sesame seeds can fall off a sesame bagel when they have not adhered firmly to the dough or the crust gets rubbed during handling. Cut the bagel gently over a board to catch loose seeds and limit mess.

How is a sesame bagel different from regular bread?

A sesame bagel is typically boiled before baking, while most everyday loaves are baked without that step. This gives a bagel a denser, chewier crumb and a firmer crust than a slice of sandwich bread.

How can you soften a stale sesame bagel?

To soften a stale sesame bagel, lightly dampen its crust and warm it briefly in an oven. For a quicker option, slice and toast it; if it has become very hard, use it as croutons or breadcrumbs.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.