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Calories in sourdough bread

A typical serving of sourdough bread (1 slice, small (1 oz), 28 g) has about 77 calories. Per 100 g: 272 kcal, 10.8 g protein, 51.9 g carbs, 2.4 g fat. The same 100 g carries 2.2 g of fiber and 4.6 g of sugar. Most of the energy comes from carbohydrate.

Calories by serving size

ServingWeightCalories
1 slice, small (1 oz)28 g77 kcal
1 large slice139 g378 kcal
100 g100 g272 kcal

Macros per 100 g

10.8 g
Protein
51.9 g
Carbs
2.4 g
Fat
2.2 g
Fiber
4.6 g
Sugar

Worth knowing

Fermentation changes the flavor, not the calories: it tracks white bread closely. On the energy-density scale, 272 kcal per 100 g puts sourdough bread at the high end.

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in sourdough bread?

A typical serving (1 slice, small (1 oz), 28 g) has about 77 calories, and 100 g has 272 kcal. Calories scale with weight, so double the portion means double the number.

How much protein is in sourdough bread?

There are 10.8 g of protein in 100 g of sourdough bread, which works out to about 3.1 g per serving (1 slice). Treat it as an energy source rather than a protein source.

How many carbs are in sourdough bread?

There are 51.9 g of carbohydrate per 100 g of sourdough bread, or about 15 g in 1 slice (28 g).

Where do these numbers come from?

Every value on this page comes from USDA FoodData Central, entry 172675 (SR Legacy). Serving figures are converted from the per-100-g data, so rounding can shift a total by a calorie or two.

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A note on accuracy: calculators like this one provide estimates based on population-level formulas — your real needs vary with genetics, muscle mass, medical conditions, and more. Results are for information only and are not medical advice, a diagnosis, or a prescription. Talk to a doctor or registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or exercise, especially if you have a health condition, are pregnant, or are under 18.

Nutrition data: USDA FoodData Central, FDC ID 172675 (SR Legacy). Serving calories are computed from the per-100-g values.