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Very toasted, low-moisture, crisp bread
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 slice (medium) of Well-toasted toast bread (50 g) has 204 calories. That works out to 407 calories per 100 g. It contains 37.8 g of carbs, 5.7 g of protein, 2.6 g of fat and 2.3 g of fiber. Its 14 µg of Selenium covers 25% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 74 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 2 slice (medium) · 50 g
204
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
37.8g
· 14% DV
Protein
5.7g
· 11% DV
Fat
2.6g
· 3% 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 77% · Protein 12% · Fat 11%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 204 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.6 g | 3% |
| Saturated fat | 0.55 g | 3% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 260 mg | 11% |
| Total carbohydrate | 37.8 g | 14% |
| Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% |
| Protein | 5.7 g | 11% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 slice (medium) | 25 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 20 g | 81 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 122 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 32 g | 130 kcal |
| 2 slice (medium) | 50 g | 204 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 244 kcal |
| 3 slice (triple) | 75 g | 305 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 407 kcal |
| 4 slice (double) | 100 g | 407 kcal |
Calculated from 407 calories per 100 g.
There is no good evidence that eating well-toasted toast bread by itself causes cancer. Browning bread can produce acrylamide, and very dark or burnt toast may contain more; choosing golden-brown toast and avoiding charred portions is a sensible precaution.
It is better not to eat the blackened, charred parts of well-toasted toast bread. Cut them off and discard them; if the slice is burnt throughout or tastes bitter and smoky, make a fresh piece instead.
Let well-toasted toast bread cool briefly on a rack or open plate, rather than stacking it or covering it while hot. Trapped steam softens the crust, so serve it soon after toasting for the crispiest texture.
Yes, well-toasted toast bread can be frozen, but it may lose some crispness as it thaws. For a better texture, freeze bread before toasting and toast slices straight from frozen when you are ready to eat them.
Yes, well-toasted toast bread can be cut into cubes and used as croutons. Add the cubes near the end of cooking or just before serving so they stay crisp; discard any pieces that are blackened or taste burnt.
Yes, well-toasted toast bread has lost some of its moisture during heating, which is why it feels drier and crunchier. Toasting does not remove all moisture, so leaving it exposed to humid air can still make it lose its crispness.
Yes, well-toasted toast bread made from wheat bread still contains gluten after toasting. Heat browns and dries the bread but does not remove its gluten, so toasting does not make it suitable for someone who must avoid gluten.
Not necessarily. Well-toasted toast bread is drier and crunchier, but toasting does not reliably make bread easier to digest or remove its wheat proteins. People who find dry foods uncomfortable may actually prefer softer bread.
Yes, well-toasted toast bread can be used for French toast, though it may absorb the egg mixture more slowly than soft bread. Briefly soak each side rather than leaving the slices submerged, or they may become too soft to handle.
Steam trapped in a closed container condenses on well-toasted toast bread and softens its crisp surface. Let the slices cool uncovered first; if you need to pack them, keep them separate from moist toppings until serving.
Vitamins
B1
0.23mg · 19% DV
B3
2.4mg · 15% DV
Folate
52.5µg · 13% DV
B2
0.14mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Selenium
14µg · 25% DV
Manganese
0.28mg · 12% DV
Iron
2.05mg · 11% DV
Sodium
260mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
68mg · 2% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 204 calories in 2 slice (medium) (50 g):
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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.
Well-toasted toast bread is sliced bread browned until its surface is deeply toasted and crisp. It is usually made from a loaf intended for toasting, rather than being a separate dish; the extra toasting drives off moisture and makes the slices dry and crunchy.
It is commonly eaten at breakfast or as a quick snack, topped with butter, jam, cheese, eggs or avocado, or served alongside soup and salads. In the UK and elsewhere, toast is a familiar everyday option; the toppings vary from place to place. Its nutrition is mostly carbohydrate, and the low moisture means it is energy-dense by weight: 100 g provides 407 calories. For a more filling, balanced meal, pair a slice with eggs, beans or vegetables rather than piling on rich spreads.
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.
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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
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
SATURATED
0.55g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.75g
Omega 6:3 ratio 24.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (24.3:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.