Ingredient

Steel Cut Wheat

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Steel cut wheat is used as an ingredient to add texture and a hearty, …

What it is

Steel cut wheat is made from whole wheat kernels that have been cut into two or three pieces using steel blades. This process is less refined than milling wheat into flour, leaving more of the bran and germ intact. It is a coarse grain product.

Why it's used

Steel cut wheat is used as an ingredient to add texture and a hearty, nutty flavor to foods. It is often found in baked goods like breads and muffins, as well as in some breakfast cereals and grain blends.

Health notes

Steel cut wheat is a whole grain and a source of dietary fiber. The FDA considers whole grains to be part of a healthy dietary pattern. JECFA has evaluated wheat and its components. No specific health concerns are associated with the consumption of steel cut wheat at typical intake levels.

Allergen info

Steel cut wheat is derived from wheat, which is one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. It also contains gluten.

Products containing Steel Cut Wheat

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Ahold USA, Inc. 14 Grain Bread Breads & Buns 257kcal 11.4Protein 2.9Fat 48.6Carbs Columbia River Bread, Sweet Dark United States Bakery Columbia River Bread, Sweet Dark Breads & Buns 275kcal 10Protein 3.8Fat 50Carbs Whole Foods Market, Inc. Multigrain Seed Bread, Multigrain Breads & Buns 275kcal 12.5Protein 6.2Fat 45Carbs Jumbo Foods, Inc. Salad On Grain, Cranberry Chicken Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 50% DV per serving 255kcal 10.7Protein 9.5Fat 33.1Carbs Jumbo Foods, Inc. Egg Salad On 9 Grain Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 53% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 82% DV per serving 255kcal 9.5Protein 11.4Fat 30.8Carbs United States Bakery Multigrain & Flax Mount Hood Bread Breads & Buns 275kcal 12.5Protein 6.2Fat 42.5Carbs Jumbo Foods, Inc. Bacon Chicken Salad On Grain Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 50% DV per serving 232kcal 11.8Protein 8.0Fat 30.0Carbs Giant Eagle, Inc. Flax & Grain Bread Breads & Buns 349kcal 11.6Protein 10.5Fat 51.2Carbs Triple 'B' Corporation Chicken Salad Sandwich On Sweet Dark Bread Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 249kcal 11.9Protein 11.9Fat 20.9Carbs Jumbo Foods, Inc. Bacon Ranch Chicken Salad On 9 Grain Prepared Subs & Sandwiches High in sodium — 50% DV per serving 240kcal 11.4Protein 8.0Fat 29.7Carbs Multigrain Seed Bread Whole Foods Market, Inc. Multigrain Seed Bread Breads & Buns 275kcal 12.5Protein 6.2Fat 45Carbs United States Bakery Nine Grain Premium Bread, Nine Grain Breads & Buns 205kcal 9.1Protein 2.3Fat 45.5Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

Note: This site presents label data from USDA FoodData Central for general information. It is not medical advice. Check the package label; formulations change.