Although some types of bread are relatively insubstantial and less than filling, molasses oatmeal bread is a hearty type of bread that can make your sandwiches more satiating. The molasses gives the bread a touch of sweetness, while the rolled oats in the dough provide a heartier, more chewy consistency and a firm texture. The addition of these ingredients also increases the calorie and carbohydrate content of the bread.
Calories
Oatmeal molasses bread is moderately calorie dense, as one slice contains 116 calories. That's about 6 percent of the daily suggested intake of 2,000. If you're dieting, this bread may not be your best choice, but you can burn off 116 calories in eight minutes of in-line skating or nine minutes of jumping rope.
Carbohydrates
As with other types of bread, the primary source of calories in molasses oatmeal bread is carbohydrates. Each slice contains 21 grams of carbohydrates, which is 4 grams less than in a cup of cooked oatmeal. Carbohydrates are your body's primary energy source, so carbohydrate-rich foods such as molasses oatmeal bread may help fuel your athletic activities.
Fat
Molasses oatmeal bread is relatively low in fat, with 3 grams in each slice. Of this fat, 2 grams come from saturated fat, a type of fat that tends to increase cholesterol levels. The American Heart Association recommends you limit daily intake of saturated fat to 16 grams to reduce the risk of high cholesterol levels and thus of heart disease.
Protein
Molasses oatmeal bread is low in protein; each slice contains just 3 grams. Protein helps maintain and build your body's cells and tissues. The National Library of Medicine suggests you eat between 50 and 65 grams of this nutrient each day.
Vitamins and Minerals
Molasses oatmeal bread is not a rich source of vitamins and minerals. One slice contains 2 percent of the daily recommended intake of vitamin A, 1 percent of the daily recommendation for calcium and 1 percent of the daily recommendation for iron.
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