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A rustic loaf with a golden-brown, lightly blistered crust and a pale, airy crumb visible in a thick slice beside it.

Whey bread Calories

Bread made with whey

CALORIES · 100 G

266kcal

GI

72high

POTASSIUM · 100 G

132mg

FIBER · 100 G

2.7g

Quick answer

2 slice (medium) of Whey bread (60 g) has 160 calories. That works out to 266 calories per 100 g. It contains 29.5 g of carbs, 5.6 g of protein, 2.2 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 14.4 µg of Selenium covers 26% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 72 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.

Whey bread Nutrition Facts

Selected: 2 slice (medium) · 60 g

160

KCAL / 60G

Carbs

29.5g

· 11% DV

Protein

5.6g

· 11% DV

Fat

2.2g

· 3% DV

Fiber

1.6g

· 6% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 74% · Protein 14% · Fat 12%

Whey bread nutrition facts table · 2 slice (medium) (60 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories160 kcal
Total fat2.2 g3%
Saturated fat0.43 g2%
Trans fat0.01 g
Sodium282 mg12%
Total carbohydrate29.5 g11%
Fiber1.6 g6%
Protein5.6 g11%

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 Whey bread?

ServingAmountCalories
1 slice (medium)30 g80 kcal
1 slice (thin)25 g67 kcal
1 slice (thick)40 g106 kcal
1 piece (small)50 g133 kcal
2 slice (medium)60 g160 kcal
3 slice (thick)90 g239 kcal
100 g100 g266 kcal
1 piece (large)100 g266 kcal
1 serving (double)120 g319 kcal

Calculated from 266 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Whey bread

What is whey bread?

Whey bread is bread made with whey—the liquid left after making cheese or straining yogurt—in place of some or all of the water. The whey can give the loaf a mild dairy flavor and a softer crumb, depending on the recipe.

How do you make whey bread?

To make whey bread, mix flour, yeast, salt, and whey into a dough, let it rise, shape it, and bake it. Add the liquid gradually because different flours absorb different amounts, and use whey that is not overly salty.

Can you use whey instead of water in whey bread?

Yes, you can replace the water with whey in most whey bread recipes. If your whey is salty, reduce the recipe’s added salt; if the dough feels too stiff, add a little water until it is workable.

Can you make whey bread in a bread machine?

Yes, you can make whey bread in a bread machine. Add the ingredients in the order your machine recommends, and watch the dough during the first mixing cycle; whey may make the dough feel different from a water-based loaf.

Can whey bread be made with whey from strained yogurt?

Yes, whey bread can be made with the liquid drained from yogurt. That whey is usually more acidic than cheese whey, so the loaf may taste slightly tangier and the dough may rise differently; use fresh, unsalted whey for the mildest result.

Why does whey bread brown faster than regular bread?

Whey bread can brown faster because whey contains lactose and proteins that encourage browning in the oven. If the crust darkens before the loaf is baked through, lower the oven temperature slightly or cover the top loosely with foil.

Can you make whey bread without yeast?

Yes, you can make a quick whey bread without yeast by using baking powder or baking soda with an acidic whey. It will have a denser, more biscuit-like crumb than a yeast-risen loaf, so it is not a one-to-one texture replacement.

Does whey bread taste sour?

Whey bread is usually mild, not strongly sour. Bread made with whey from strained yogurt can have a gentle tang, while fresh cheese whey tends to give a less pronounced flavor.

How should you store whey bread?

Store whey bread once it has cooled completely, wrapped or in a bread box at room temperature. Refrigeration can make bread go stale faster; discard the loaf if you see mold rather than removing only the affected slice.

Can you freeze whey bread?

Yes, whey bread freezes well. Slice it after it cools, seal the slices in a freezer-safe bag, and take out only what you need; individual slices can go straight into a toaster.

Whey bread Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.23mg · 19% DV

B3

2.28mg · 14% DV

Folate

55.2µg · 14% DV

B2

0.08mg · 6% DV

Minerals

Selenium

14µg · 25% DV

Manganese

0.29mg · 13% DV

Sodium

282mg · 12% DV

Iron

1.86mg · 10% DV

Potassium ⭐

79mg · 2% DV

Whey bread Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

72
High
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

21
High

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

How to Burn Off Whey bread

To burn the 160 calories in 2 slice (medium) (60 g):

🚶

40min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

16min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

22min

Cycling

🏊

19min

Swimming

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

What is Whey bread?

Whey bread is made with whey—the liquid left after milk is curdled for cheesemaking—in place of some or all of the water in the dough. Recipes vary, and the whey can give the loaf a tender crumb and a faintly milky tang. It is a style of bread rather than a single regional speciality.

In places where it is baked, it is served much like other everyday loaves: sliced for toast, sandwiches or alongside soup. It works well with savoury fillings, but its mild flavour also suits jam or butter. The bread is mainly a source of carbohydrates, with a moderate amount of protein: a 100 g portion provides 9.4 g. For a lighter meal, pair a slice with vegetables and a modest portion of a filling.

How Nutritious Is Whey bread?

Nutrient density

Low

32/ 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.

Is Whey 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 Whey bread Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

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

Which Diets Is Whey 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

Whey bread Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.43g

MONOUNSATURATED

0.47g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.61g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 27.5:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (27.5:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.