White sandwich bread

White sandwich bread is a soft, mild-flavored loaf made primarily from refined wheat flour, water, yeast, and a small amount of sugar or fat. It originated in the United States in the early 20th century and has become a global staple for its versatility and uniform texture.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

It is high in carbohydrates and provides some iron and B vitamins, often enriched, with a typical slice containing around 70-80 calories and minimal fat or protein.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	75 kcal
Protein	2.5 g
Carbs	14 g
Fat	1 g
Fiber	0.6 g
Sugar	1.5 g
Sodium	150 mg
Iron	1.2 mg
Thiamin (B1)	0.15 mg
Niacin (B3)	1.8 mg
Folate	35 µg
Calcium	30 mg
Potassium	30 mg
Phosphorus	30 mg
Magnesium	6 mg

Per 1 slice (28 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Its fine, uniform crumb and soft crust were engineered for convenience, making it the iconic base for everything from classic PB&J sandwiches to French toast, symbolizing everyday simplicity in many cultures.