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Sorghum Bread Calories
Gluten-free, high fiber, rich in minerals
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 slice (medium) of Sorghum Bread (35 g) has 91 calories. That works out to 260 calories per 100 g. It contains 18.9 g of carbs, 2.6 g of protein, 0.9 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Manganese covers 17% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Sorghum Bread Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 35 g
91
KCAL / 35G
Carbs
18.9g
· 7% DV
Protein
2.6g
· 5% DV
Fat
0.9g
· 1% DV
Fiber
2.3g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 80% · Protein 11% · Fat 9%
Sorghum Bread nutrition facts table · 1 slice (medium) (35 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 91 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.9 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.18 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 112 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 18.9 g | 7% |
| Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% |
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% |
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 Sorghum Bread?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 35 g | 91 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 25 g | 65 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 50 g | 130 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 156 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 70 g | 182 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 80 g | 208 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 100 g | 260 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 120 g | 312 kcal |
Calculated from 260 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sorghum Bread
What does sorghum bread taste like?
Sorghum bread has a mild, earthy, slightly sweet grain flavor. It is often denser and less stretchy than wheat bread, and works well toasted or paired with savory toppings such as eggs, cheese, or soup.
Can you make sandwiches with sorghum bread?
Yes, sorghum bread can be used for sandwiches, especially when lightly toasted. Its slices may be more fragile than wheat bread, so use a firm loaf and avoid piling on very wet fillings until you are ready to eat.
Why does sorghum bread crumble?
Sorghum bread can crumble because sorghum has no gluten to hold the loaf together. A recipe may use psyllium, xanthan gum, eggs, or another binder for structure; letting the loaf cool fully before slicing also helps.
Can I substitute sorghum flour for wheat flour in bread?
No, sorghum flour usually cannot replace wheat flour cup for cup in bread. It does not form gluten, so the dough needs a different balance of liquid and binding ingredients; use a recipe developed for sorghum bread.
Does sorghum bread rise with yeast?
Yes, yeast can make sorghum bread rise, but it will not develop the stretchy structure of a wheat loaf. The rise may be more modest, so follow a recipe that includes an appropriate binder and does not rely on gluten development.
How do you make sorghum bread at home?
Sorghum bread is made by mixing sorghum flour with liquid, a leavening agent, and salt, then baking it. Because the flour behaves differently from wheat flour, choose a tested recipe rather than adapting a standard loaf formula without changes.
How should you store sorghum bread?
Store cooled sorghum bread in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Homemade loaves are best used within a few days; refrigerating can make bread stale faster, so freeze extra slices if you need to keep them longer.
Can you freeze sorghum bread?
Yes, sorghum bread freezes well. Slice the loaf first and separate the slices so you can take out only what you need; thaw them at room temperature or toast them straight from frozen.
Is sorghum bread good for blood sugar?
Sorghum bread still contains carbohydrates and can raise blood sugar. Its fiber may slow digestion, but the effect varies with the recipe and serving; people managing diabetes can pair a portion with protein and follow their individual care plan.
Is sorghum bread a healthy choice?
Sorghum bread can be a useful whole-grain option, particularly when its ingredient list is based on sorghum flour and it provides fiber. Store-bought versions are processed baked products, and recipes vary in added starches, sugars, and other ingredients.
Sorghum Bread Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.12mg · 10% DV
B3
0.74mg · 5% DV
B6
0.08mg · 5% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.39mg · 17% DV
Copper
0.11mg · 12% DV
Magnesium
31mg · 7% DV
Phosphorus
42mg · 6% DV
Sodium
112mg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
74mg · 2% DV
Sorghum Bread Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Sorghum Bread
To burn the 91 calories in 1 slice (medium) (35 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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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.
What is Sorghum Bread?
Sorghum Bread is made with flour from sorghum, a grain widely used in parts of Africa and South Asia. Recipes vary by region, but the loaf is often denser and more prone to crumbling than wheat bread, with a mild, earthy grain flavour.
It works well sliced and toasted for breakfast, alongside soups and stews, or as a base for savoury toppings. Sorghum Bread has a notable amount of fibre, with 6.5 g per 100 g. Since sorghum flour can make a loaf feel dry or crumbly, toasting it and serving it with a moist topping, such as avocado or a bean spread, makes for an easy pairing.
How Nutritious Is Sorghum 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.
Is Sorghum 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 Sorghum Bread Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Sorghum Bread Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Sorghum Bread Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.18g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.24g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.39g
Omega 6:3 ratio 16:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.