Lean fermented bread

Sourdough

A naturally leavened bread known for a crisp crust, chewy crumb, and flavor shaped by fermentation.

Typical energy referenceAbout 230–290 kcal per 100 g as a planning rangeTypical serving contextA slice often weighs about 35–60 g; bakery cuts vary widely.
Sourdough

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TASTE & TEXTURE

What to expect

Flavor
Mildly tangy to deeply fermented; toasted grain and caramelized-crust notes.
Texture
Crisp crust with a chewy, often open crumb.
How to choose
Look for a well-baked crust and a crumb suited to your use: tighter for sandwiches, more open for dipping and toast.
Storage
Keep cut-side down or wrapped at room temperature for short storage. Freeze sliced bread for longer storage.
TYPICAL FORMULA

Ingredients and allergens

  • Wheat flour is common
  • Water
  • Salt
  • Sourdough starter (flour and water culture)
Common allergen context

Standard sourdough usually contains wheat and gluten. Fermentation does not make ordinary wheat sourdough gluten-free.

GOOD FOR

Common ways people use it

ToastSandwichesSoup and cheese boards
CONFIRM BEFORE YOU BUY

Questions to ask the bakery

  1. 01

    Is it made primarily with wheat, rye, or another flour?

  2. 02

    Does it contain milk, egg, sesame, nuts, or added sweeteners?

  3. 03

    Was it produced on shared equipment if cross-contact matters?

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Reference basis

Nutrition ranges are planning references based on comparable records in USDA FoodData Central. Recipes and item weights vary. Allergen questions follow FDA consumer guidance.