Texas toast

Texas toast is a type of thick-cut bread, usually white bread, that is toasted and generously buttered or grilled with garlic and herbs. Originating in the American South, particularly Texas, it is often served as a side dish with barbecue, fried chicken, or pasta. The bread is typically sliced at least twice as thick as standard bread, giving it a soft, fluffy interior and a crispy, buttery exterior.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Texas toast is high in carbohydrates and fat due to the thick bread and generous butter or oil used in preparation. A single slice can provide around 150-200 calories, with minimal protein, and offers some iron and B vitamins from the enriched bread.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	7 g
Carbs	30 g
Fat	22 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	2 g
Sodium	480 mg
Calcium	100 mg
Iron	2 mg
Potassium	100 mg
Vitamin A	150 IU
Vitamin D	0.5 mcg
Vitamin B12	0.2 mcg
Folate	40 mcg
Selenium	10 mcg

Per 2 slices (113 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, Texas toast is a staple in Southern cuisine and is often associated with comfort food and casual dining, especially in barbecue joints and diners. Its unique texture and flavor come from the thick slicing and grilling process, which creates a distinct contrast between the crispy outside and soft inside.