Food guide

French Toast

French Toast is a staple grain, bread or cereal that supplies everyday energy.

Whole GrainsPlant-Based

French Toast, a nutrient-dense whole grains food, photographed on a plain linen surface

Nutrition per 100 g

Standardised to 100 g of french toast for fair comparison. Typical serving: 100 g — 229 kcal per 100 g serving.

Nutrition information for French Toast
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (100 g)	Per 100 kcal
Energy	229 kcal	229 kcal	100 kcal
Protein	7.7 g	7.7 g	3.4 g
Carbohydrate	25 g	25 g	10.9 g
Fat	10.8 g	10.8 g	4.7 g
Fibre	0 g	0 g	0 g

Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Micronutrients

Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of french toast, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.

Micronutrients for French Toast
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (100 g)	% DV
Vitamins
Vitamin A	124 µg	124 µg	14%
Vitamin C	0.3 mg	0.3 mg	<1%
Thiamin	0.2 mg	0.2 mg	17%
Riboflavin	0.32 mg	0.32 mg	25%
Niacin	1.6 mg	1.6 mg	10%
Vitamin B6	0.074 mg	0.074 mg	4%
Folate	57 µg	57 µg	14%
Vitamin B12	0.31 µg	0.31 µg	13%
Pantothenic acid	0.55 mg	0.55 mg	11%
Minerals
Calcium	100 mg	100 mg	8%
Iron	1.7 mg	1.7 mg	9%
Magnesium	17 mg	17 mg	4%
Phosphorus	117 mg	117 mg	9%
Potassium	134 mg	134 mg	3%
Sodium	479 mg	479 mg	21%
Zinc	0.67 mg	0.67 mg	6%
Selenium	20.1 µg	20.1 µg	37%
Copper	0.058 mg	0.058 mg	6%
Manganese	0.19 mg	0.19 mg	8%

Source: USDA FoodData Central — French toast, prepared from recipe, made with low fat (2%) milk

% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Why eat french toast?

A commonly eaten food that can sit in a balanced pattern when portions are honest.
French Toast is a staple grain, bread or cereal that supplies everyday energy.

How to include it

Use in the usual way for this food, and keep an eye on the stated serving.
Typical pairing ideas: Beans, Eggs, Vegetables.

Things to consider

Preparation and added fat, salt or sugar change the numbers more than the raw food does.

Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.