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Porridge vs White Bread: Calories Compared
Porridge is lower in calories (71 vs 266 per 100g). Porridge has 2.5g protein per 100g versus 8.8g in White Bread.
Per typical serving, Porridge provides 166 kcal (based on a 234g portion) versus White Bread at 77 kcal (29g). The average adult needs around 2,000 calories per day, so porridge contributes 8.3% and white bread contributes 3.9% of that daily target per serving. Getting these numbers right for your own portions starts with a digital kitchen scale.
Full nutrition comparison (per 100g)
| Nutrient | Porridge | White Bread |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 71 kcal | 266 kcal |
| Protein | 2.5g | 8.8g |
| Carbohydrates | 12g | 49.4g |
| of which Sugars | 0.3g | 5.7g |
| Fat | 1.5g | 3.3g |
| of which Saturates | 0.3g | 0.7g |
| Fibre | 1.7g | 2.7g |
| Sodium | 4mg | 490mg |
| Potassium | 70mg | 126mg |
| Calcium | 9mg | 144mg |
| Iron | 0.9mg | 3.6mg |
| Vitamin C | 0mg | 0mg |
| Vitamin A | 0µg | 0µg |
| Selenium | 5µg | 22µg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0mg | 0.2mg |
Nutrient-by-nutrient breakdown
- Calories: White Bread has more (266kcal vs 71kcal per 100g) — a difference of 195kcal. Porridge is the lower-calories option if that is your priority.
- Protein: White Bread has more (8.8g vs 2.5g per 100g) — a difference of 6.3g. White Bread is the stronger source of protein here.
- Carbohydrates: White Bread has more (49.4g vs 12g per 100g) — a difference of 37.4g.
- Sugars: White Bread has more (5.7g vs 0.3g per 100g) — a difference of 5.4g. Porridge is the lower-sugars option if that is your priority.
- Fat: White Bread has more (3.3g vs 1.5g per 100g) — a difference of 1.8g. Porridge is the lower-fat option if that is your priority.
- Saturated fat: White Bread has more (0.7g vs 0.3g per 100g) — a difference of 0.4g. Porridge is the lower-saturated fat option if that is your priority.
- Fibre: White Bread has more (2.7g vs 1.7g per 100g) — a difference of 1g. White Bread is the stronger source of fibre here.
- Sodium: White Bread has more (490mg vs 4mg per 100g) — a difference of 486mg. Porridge is the lower-sodium option if that is your priority.
- Potassium: White Bread has more (126mg vs 70mg per 100g) — a difference of 56mg. White Bread is the stronger source of potassium here.
- Calcium: White Bread has more (144mg vs 9mg per 100g) — a difference of 135mg. White Bread is the stronger source of calcium here.
- Iron: White Bread has more (4mg vs 1mg per 100g) — a difference of 3mg. White Bread is the stronger source of iron here.
- Vitamin c: both foods contain the same amount (0mg per 100g).
- Vitamin a: both foods contain the same amount (0µg per 100g).
- Selenium: White Bread has more (22µg vs 5µg per 100g) — a difference of 17µg. White Bread is the stronger source of selenium here.
- Riboflavin (b2): White Bread has more (0mg vs 0mg per 100g) — a difference of 0mg. White Bread is the stronger source of riboflavin (B2) here.
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| Nutrient | Porridge | % DV | White Bread | % DV |
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Which should you choose?
If your priority is fewer calories, Porridge is the lower-calorie option at 71 kcal per 100g. If you need more protein, White Bread provides more at 8.8g per 100g. For lower carbohydrates, Porridge has fewer carbs at 12g per 100g.
Both porridge and white bread can form part of a healthy, balanced diet. The best choice depends on your individual goals — whether that is weight management, muscle building, or simply hitting your daily nutritional targets. A meal prep container set makes it easy to portion whichever you choose.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has more calories, Porridge or White Bread?
Porridge has 71 calories per 100g while White Bread has 266 calories per 100g. White Bread is higher in calories by 195 kcal per 100g.
Which has more protein, Porridge or White Bread?
Porridge contains 2.5g of protein per 100g. White Bread contains 8.8g of protein per 100g. White Bread has more protein.
Is Porridge healthier than White Bread?
Porridge has 71 kcal, 2.5g protein, 12g carbs and 1.5g fat per 100g. White Bread has 266 kcal, 8.8g protein, 49.4g carbs and 3.3g fat per 100g. Which is healthier depends on your goals — higher protein, lower calorie and lower fat foods are generally preferred for weight management.
Which has more fibre, Porridge or White Bread?
Porridge contains 1.7g of fibre per 100g, and White Bread contains 2.7g per 100g. White Bread has more fibre. Fibre supports digestion and helps with feeling fuller for longer.
How many calories per serving — Porridge vs White Bread?
A typical 1 bowl of porridge (234g) is around 166 calories. A typical 1 slice of white bread (29g) is around 77 calories — a difference of 89 kcal per serving in favour of white bread.
Can I substitute Porridge for White Bread in recipes?
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Figures per 100g from the USDA FoodData Central database (CC0 1.0).