hamburger bun or 100% whole wheat bread: Which has fewer calories?

Q: hamburger bun or 100% whole wheat bread: Which has fewer calories?

100% whole wheat bread: 247 vs 261 kcal / 100 g (source TACO/USDA). In a homemade burger, swapping the soft white bun for whole-grain adds fiber without changing the meal. Toast it lightly to hold a juicy filling.

more fiber+5.9g/100g

Swap hamburger bun
for 100% whole wheat bread

In a homemade burger, swapping the soft white bun for whole-grain adds fiber without changing the meal. Toast it lightly to hold a juicy filling.

Side by side (per 100 g)

Both options’ macros with TACO/USDA sourcing. The difference is shown neutrally — the real win is in the badge above.

01hamburger bun261 kcal/100g

02100% whole wheat bread247 kcal/100g

per 100 g	hamburger bun	100% whole wheat bread	difference
Calories	261	247	−14
Protein	14.9g	13g	−1.9g
Carbs	26.8g	41g	+14.2g
Fiber●	1g	6.9g	+5.9g
Sugar	5.6g	—	—
Fat	10.6g	3.4g	−7.2g

source: USDA · TACO/USDA

What changes in flavor and texture

hamburger bun100% whole wheat bread

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See the ingredient: hamburger bun See the ingredient: 100% whole wheat bread

Where to make this swap

Classics that use the original ingredient — clone any one and make the swap in your version.

Main courseClassic smash cheeseburger

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