Pumpernickel

Pumpernickel is a dense, dark, and hearty German rye bread known for its distinctively rich, slightly sweet, and malty flavor. Its primary ingredients are coarsely ground rye meal and rye sourdough starter, traditionally baked at a low temperature for up to 24 hours, which caramelizes the natural sugars and gives it its signature color and taste.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This bread is a complex carbohydrate powerhouse, high in dietary fiber and providing a steady release of energy. A typical slice offers a good source of minerals like magnesium and selenium, with a calorie count of roughly 80-100 kcal per 30g slice.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	85 kcal
Protein	2.5 g
Carbs	17 g
Fat	0.5 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	1 g
Sodium	170 mg
Magnesium	20 mg
Selenium	6 mcg
Manganese	0.4 mg
Phosphorus	40 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.05 mg
Niacin (B3)	0.8 mg
Iron	0.9 mg
Copper	0.05 mg

Per 1 slice (30 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Authentic Pumpernickel's unique dark color and flavor come entirely from a long, slow baking process (around 120°C/248°F) that causes the Maillard reaction and caramelization, not from added molasses or food coloring. Nutritionally, its high rye fiber content is known to promote digestive health and satiety.