Calorie comparison
White Bread vs Whole Wheat Bread
Per 100 grams, whole wheat bread is the lighter choice by 18 calories, while whole wheat bread delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | White Bread | Whole Wheat Bread |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 265 | 247 |
| Protein | 9 g | 13 g |
| Carbs | 49 g | 41 g |
| Fat | 3.2 g | 3.4 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🍞 White Bread
1 slice (28 g)
74 cal
2.5 g protein · 13.7 g carbs · 0.9 g fat
🍞 Whole Wheat Bread
1 slice (32 g)
79 cal
4.2 g protein · 13.1 g carbs · 1.1 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, white bread or whole wheat bread?
Per 100 g, white bread has 265 calories and whole wheat bread has 247. Whole Wheat Bread is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, white bread or whole wheat bread?
White Bread has 9 g of protein per 100 g; whole wheat bread has 13 g. Whole Wheat Bread wins on protein.
Is white bread or whole wheat bread better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward whole wheat bread — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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