White bread

White bread is a type of bread made from finely milled wheat flour, often bleached to produce a soft texture and pale color. It is commonly used in sandwiches, toast, and various baked goods. The primary ingredients include wheat flour, water, yeast, and salt, though some recipes may incorporate other additives for flavor and preservation.

In culinary uses, white bread is versatile and can be served as a base for sandwiches, sliders, or French toast. It can also be used as a thickening agent in soups and other dishes. Types of white bread vary regionally and include pullman bread, sandwich bread, and baguette-style loaves, each with distinct textures and characteristics.

White bread nutrition typically includes carbohydrates as a primary source of energy, with some protein content. It may be lower in fiber compared to whole grain breads, as the milling process removes the bran and germ from the wheat. Most commercially available white breads are fortified with vitamins and minerals, which can enhance their nutritional value.

When considering how to cook white bread, it is often toasted or used in baking recipes. When storing white bread, keep it in a cool, dry place or in a sealed bag to maintain freshness. For longer storage, white bread can be frozen to extend its shelf life without significant loss of quality.

White bread nutrition per 100g

Energy
Calories 270kcal 13%
Protein
Protein 9g 6%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 50g 14%
Fiber 2.30g 6%
Sugar 5g 5%
Fat
Fat 3.59g 4%
Saturated 0.82g 3%
Cholesterol 0.00mg -
Vitamins
Vitamin A 0.00ug 0%
Choline 15mg 3%
Vitamin B1 0.51mg 42%
Vitamin B2 0.24mg 18%
Vitamin B3 4.76mg 30%
Vitamin B6 0.09mg 5%
Vitamin B9 110ug 28%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug 0%
Vitamin C 0.00mg 0%
Vitamin E 0.22mg 1%
Vitamin K 0.20ug 0%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 210mg 16%
Copper, Cu 0.12mg 14%
Iron, Fe 3.36mg 31%
Magnesium, Mg 27mg 6%
Phosphorus, P 110mg 9%
Potassium, K 120mg 3%
Selenium, Se 24ug 42%
Sodium, Na 480mg 32%
Zinc, Zn 0.88mg 8%
Water
Water 36g -
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

White bread recipes

Shrimp, avocado and lime crostini with rouille

Delicious shrimp and avocado crostini topped with rouille.

03 Jan 2026

Sardine salad sandwich

Quick and flavourful sardine salad sandwich with fresh vegetables.

26 Jan 2026

Greek-spiced baked shrimp with feta

Delicious baked shrimp with feta in a spiced tomato sauce.

21 Nov 2025

Parmesan onion puffs

Savory Parmesan onion puffs baked to golden perfection.

07 Dec 2025

Potato and leek soup

A creamy and comforting potato and leek soup with croutons.

04 Jan 2026

Tomato & basil bruschetta

Delicious tomato and basil bruschetta on crispy bread.

08 Dec 2025

Strawberry, blue cheese & rocket salad

A refreshing salad with strawberries, blue cheese, and arugula.

25 Dec 2025

Salami cream cheese sandwich with dill and garlic

A tasty salami and cream cheese sandwich with dill and garlic.

28 Dec 2025

Scrambled eggs

Fluffy scrambled eggs served on toasted bread for breakfast.

30 Nov 2025

Lamb meatballs

Delicious lamb meatballs served with creamy tzatziki sauce.

31 Dec 2025

Spaghetti sandwiches

A fun twist on pasta, featuring spaghetti in a buttery sandwich.

02 Feb 2026

Buffalo chicken grilled cheese sandwich

A spicy twist on the classic grilled cheese with buffalo chicken.

19 Nov 2025

Classic tomato and basil bruschetta

Enjoy classic tomato and basil bruschetta for a fresh appetizer.

11 Dec 2025

Panzanella

A refreshing Italian bread salad with tomatoes and cucumbers.

20 Nov 2025

Simple chicken sandwich

Enjoy a quick and satisfying simple chicken sandwich with fresh toppings.

12 Feb 2026

Honey avocado sandwich

Enjoy a quick honey avocado sandwich with cottage cheese.

02 Feb 2026

Deviled egg sandwich

Creamy deviled egg filling between slices of bread.

12 Feb 2026

Basic scrambled eggs

Classic creamy scrambled eggs served with toast.

11 Jan 2026

Cucumber and onion sandwich with creamy mayo dressing

Refreshing cucumber and onion sandwiches in creamy mayo dressing.

31 Jan 2026

Pumpkin gratin

A comforting pumpkin gratin with nutmeg and parmesan topping.

30 Jan 2026

Green beans with pangrattato

Crispy green beans topped with garlic lemon breadcrumbs.

09 Dec 2025

Baked avocado eggs

A tasty breakfast with baked eggs in avocados, crispy bacon, and tomatoes.

08 Feb 2026

Cheesy scrambled eggs

Creamy cheesy scrambled eggs served on toast.

02 Dec 2025

French toast with bacon and maple syrup

Enjoy French toast topped with crispy bacon and fresh cherry tomatoes.

12 Nov 2025

Mustard, ham and cheddar cheese sandwich

A quick and tasty mustard, ham, and cheddar sandwich.

19 Dec 2025

Meatballs & mash with caramelised onion

Hearty meatballs with creamy mash and sweet caramelised onions.

26 Nov 2025

Chicken and bacon pan-fried sandwiches

Savory chicken and bacon sandwiches with garlic-lemon mayo.

21 Nov 2025

Cheesy bacon jaffle

Enjoy a crispy Cheesy Bacon Jaffle with melted Parmesan.

06 Feb 2026

Toad in the hole with bacon

Quick Toad in the Hole with bacon and a runny egg.

21 Dec 2025

Eggplant patties

Crispy eggplant patties with basil and parmesan cheese.

25 Nov 2025

Spiced keftedes with horiatiki

Enjoy spiced lamb meatballs with a fresh Greek salad.

19 Nov 2025

Red pepper avocado toast

Enjoy creamy avocado with a spicy kick on toasted bread.

03 Feb 2026

Shepherd's pie 'muffins'

Enjoy individual Shepherd's Pie Muffins with lamb and creamy mash.

20 Nov 2025

Cinnamon and allspice-spiced french toast

Enjoy spiced French toast with cinnamon and allspice for breakfast.

22 Dec 2025

Cinnamon sugar toast with buttery crunch

Make delicious cinnamon sugar toast for a quick treat.

12 Nov 2025

Gazpacho

Enjoy this refreshing cold gazpacho soup on hot summer days.

12 Feb 2026

Gluten-free pasta with spicy anchovy sauce

Delicious gluten-free pasta with spicy anchovy sauce and crispy dill crumbs.

20 Nov 2025

Herb-infused grilled cheese sandwich

Delicious herb-infused grilled cheese sandwich with cheddar.

22 Jan 2026

Warm bacon, avocado and crouton salad

Crispy bacon and creamy avocado combine in this warm salad.

29 Jan 2026

Fish saganaki with garlic toasts

Delicious fish saganaki with spicy tomato sauce and garlic toasts.

29 Nov 2025