Toasted Raisin Bread with Butter
Toasted Raisin Bread with Butter is a classic breakfast or snack made from bread dough studded with sweet raisins, sliced, toasted, and spread with butter. It typically features enriched wheat flour, raisins, sugar, and butter or margarine. This comforting dish is a staple in many Western countries, particularly in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in carbohydrates from the bread and raisins, with a moderate amount of fat from the butter. It provides quick energy, some dietary fiber, and small amounts of iron and B vitamins, with a typical serving containing around 200-250 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 230 kcal |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Carbs | 30 g |
| Fat | 11 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 12 g |
| Sodium | 220 mg |
| Iron | 1.8 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 2.1 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.2 mg |
| Folate | 45 mcg |
| Potassium | 120 mg |
| Magnesium | 15 mg |
| Phosphorus | 50 mg |
| Selenium | 8 mcg |
Per 2 slices (approx. 70 g) of toasted raisin bread with 1 tablespoon (14 g) of butter · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Raisin bread has historical roots as a way to preserve fruit and add natural sweetness to bread before refined sugar was common. Nutritionally, the raisins add a touch of antioxidants and fiber compared to plain white bread, though the overall sugar content remains notable.
