Starch/Bread Exchange

A starch/bread exchange is equal to a 1-oz. slice of white bread. Careful—not all slices are equal. A description of serving size or weight is necessary. One starch/bread exchange has 15 grams carbohydrate, 3 grams protein, 0 to 1 grams fat, and 80 calories. A 1-oz. serving of bread can be exchanged for any of the following:

• 2 slices diet bread   
• ½ English muffin   
• 2-oz. waffle   
• 1 ½ cups puffed wheat cereal   
• ½ cup sugar-frosted cereal   
• 2 rice cakes (4" across)   
• 2/3 cup cooked oatmeal

For more starch/bread options, check out our Exchange Calculator.

Our exchange list calls for one starch/bread exchange at breakfast. You could choose one of any of the above.