Sourdough vs Proper Sourdough
Overall, Proper Sourdough has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 8 of our comparison points versus 0.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Sourdough | Proper Sourdough |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | b |
| NOVA group | 4 | 3 |
| Calories | 302 kcal | 238 kcal |
| Fat | 3.1 g | 0.7 g |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0.1 g |
| Sugars | 8.2 g | 2.1 g |
| Salt | 1.2 g | 0.8 g |
| Fiber | 2 g | 3 g |
| Protein | 10.2 g | 9.7 g |
| Additives | 7 | 0 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Milk, Soybeans | Gluten |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Proper Sourdough has 21% fewer calories (238 kcal vs 302 kcal).
- Proper Sourdough has 77% less fat (0.7 g vs 3.1 g).
- Proper Sourdough has 74% less sugar (2.1 g vs 8.2 g).
- Proper Sourdough has 32% less salt (0.8 g vs 1.2 g).
- Proper Sourdough has 32% more fiber (3 g vs 2 g).
- Proper Sourdough has the better Nutri-Score.
- Proper Sourdough is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Sourdough lists: Milk, Soybeans.
Ingredients
Sourdough
enriched wheat flour (flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), water, yeast, wheat flour, sugar, soybean oil, rye flour, salt, potato flour, wheat gluten, monoglycerides, lactic acid, sodium stearoyl lactylate, calcium propionate and sorbic acid, whey* (milk), malted barley flour, citric acid, soy lecithin,
Proper Sourdough
Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Water, Rye Flour, Salt, Fermented Wheat
FAQ
Which is healthier: Sourdough or Proper Sourdough?
Overall, Proper Sourdough has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Proper Sourdough has fewer calories: 238 kcal versus 302 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Proper Sourdough has less sugar: 2.1 g versus 8.2 g per 100 g.