Interstate Brands Corp, Wonder Hamburger Rolls
Whole food · Baked Products
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The Wonder Hamburger Roll is a classic, soft, and slightly sweet American white bread roll, engineered for the perfect squish and structural integrity to cradle a juicy burger patty. Its fine, uniform crumb and golden-brown crust provide a familiar, comforting texture that's both pillowy and resilient. Nutritionally, it's a significant source of carbohydrates, offering quick energy but with a relatively low protein and fiber content.
Calorie split: 12% protein · 74% carbs · 14% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love it for its quintessential, no-fuss burger experience—the soft, slightly sweet bite that complements rather than competes with the savory patty and classic condiments. Its cultural ubiquity makes it a symbol of backyard cookouts, diners, and fast-food comfort across the United States.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
Its high glycemic index can lead to rapid blood sugar spikes, and it offers minimal satiety due to low fiber and protein. Those monitoring blood sugar or seeking sustained energy should pair it with protein (like a lean turkey patty) and healthy fats (avocado, cheese), or consider an open-faced portion to reduce the carb load.
Key benefits
- Provides quick-release energy from carbohydrates
- Soft texture is easy to chew and digest
- Structural design helps contain burger juices and toppings
- A familiar, comforting staple in American casual dining
- Consistent quality and availability in many grocery stores
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The 'Wonder' brand name originally referred to the 'wonder' of modern bread-making technology in the early 20th century, which allowed for the mass production of soft, presliced, and shelf-stable white bread.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 34.2 g |
| Energy | 273 kcal |
| Energy | 1142 kj |
| Protein | 8.1 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 4.2 g |
| Ash | 1.9 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 50.8 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 2.6 g |
| Total Sugars | 11.1 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 87.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 2.2 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 488 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 1.0 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.58 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.39 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.02 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.85 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.02 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.81 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 2.2 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 2.0 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.21 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
FAQ
How does the Wonder Hamburger Roll differ from a brioche bun?
A Wonder Roll is a lean, soft, and slightly sweet white bread roll. A brioche bun is an enriched dough, containing significantly more butter, eggs, and sugar, resulting in a richer flavor, more tender crumb, and a glossy, golden crust.
Is this roll suitable for a vegan diet?
Standard Wonder Hamburger Rolls typically contain dairy (whey) and sometimes eggs, making them unsuitable for a strict vegan diet. Always check the ingredient list for specific formulations.
What's the best way to store these rolls to maintain freshness?
Keep them in their original plastic bag at room temperature for a few days. For longer storage, freeze them in a sealed bag for up to 3 months. Toast directly from frozen or let them thaw first.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 2.73 kcal/g · 12% calories from protein · 2.6 g fiber · 11.1 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.