Panera Bread French Baguette: Calories & Nutrition
Per serving (69g (2.4 oz)). Source: Panera Bread USA Nutrition Facts, March 2026.
The Panera Bread French Baguette is a traditional-style bread with a golden, crusty exterior and a soft, airy interior. At just 180 calories per serving, it is one of the lightest bread options on the Panera menu. The baguette is baked fresh daily in each location, filling the bakery with the signature aroma that Panera is known for. Each serving weighs 69g and provides 7g of protein with only 0.5g of fat, making it an ideal accompaniment to soups, salads, or as a base for bruschetta.
Full Nutrition Breakdown
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 180 | 9% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 36g | 13% |
| Fat | 0.5g | 1% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 450mg | 20% |
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA reference).
What's in a Panera Bread French Baguette?
Calorie and macro contribution of each ingredient.
| Ingredient | Cal | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bread Flour | 130 | 5g | 27g | 0g |
| Water | 0 | 0g | 0g | 0g |
| Yeast and Sugar | 20 | 1g | 4g | 0g |
| Salt and Malt Extract | 15 | 0g | 3g | 0g |
| Olive Oil | 15 | 1g | 2g | 0.5g |
Daily Intake
9% of a 2,000-calorie diet. 1820 calories remaining.
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Make It at Home: French Baguette Recipe
A homemade version of the Panera Bread French Baguette with similar nutrition and flavor.
Ingredients
- •500g (4 cups) bread flour, plus extra for dusting
- •350ml (1 1/2 cups) warm water (about 38C / 100F)
- •2 teaspoons instant yeast
- •2 teaspoons salt
- •1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- •1 tablespoon olive oil
- •Cornmeal for dusting the baking sheet
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the bread flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt. Add the warm water and olive oil. Stir until a shaggy dough forms.
- 2
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8 to 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. The dough should spring back when gently poked.
- 3
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm spot for 45 to 60 minutes until doubled in size.
- 4
Punch down the dough and divide it into 2 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a log about 35cm (14 inches) long by rolling it on the work surface with your palms, tapering the ends slightly.
- 5
Place the shaped baguettes on a cornmeal-dusted baking sheet or a perforated baguette pan. Cover with a damp towel and let them rise for 25 to 30 minutes until puffy but not doubled.
- 6
Preheat the oven to 230C (450F). Place an oven-safe pan on the bottom rack. Use a sharp blade or lame to score 4 to 5 diagonal slashes about 0.5cm (1/4 inch) deep across the top of each baguette.
- 7
Place the baguettes in the oven and immediately pour 240ml (1 cup) of hot water into the pan on the bottom rack to create steam. Bake for 22 to 25 minutes until the crust is deep golden brown and the bread sounds hollow when tapped on the bottom. Cool on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before slicing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in a Panera French Baguette?
A single serving of Panera's French Baguette contains 180 calories, with 7g of protein, 36g of carbohydrates, and only 0.5g of fat. The serving size is 69g (2.4 oz), which is roughly a quarter of the whole baguette. If you eat the entire baguette, the total calorie count will be significantly higher.
Is the Panera baguette baked fresh daily?
Yes, Panera Bread bakes their baguettes fresh in each location every day. The dough is prepared and shaped in-store, then baked throughout the day to ensure a crusty exterior and soft interior. Panera's in-house baking is a core part of their brand identity and is one of the reasons their bread is considered higher quality than many fast casual competitors.
How does a Panera baguette compare to a bagel nutritionally?
A Panera French Baguette serving (180 cal, 0.5g fat) is lighter than a Plain Bagel (280 cal, 1g fat). The baguette has fewer carbohydrates (36g vs 57g) and fewer calories per gram. However, the bagel provides more protein (10g vs 7g) and more fiber (2g vs 1g). Both are low-fat bread options, but the baguette is the leaner choice if you are counting calories.
What is the best way to enjoy a Panera baguette at home?
If you bring a Panera baguette home, you can refresh it by sprinkling a few drops of water on the crust and warming it in a 190C (375F) oven for 5 to 7 minutes. This restores the crispy crust. Slice it for dipping in soups, use it as a base for bruschetta with diced tomatoes and basil, or make open-faced sandwiches. The baguette is best eaten the same day, as it will become stale without preservatives.
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