Croissant vs 4 croissants
Overall, 4 croissants has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 3 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Croissant | 4 croissants |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | e |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 407 kcal | 346 kcal |
| Fat | 20 g | 19 g |
| Saturated fat | 11 g | 9.8 g |
| Sugars | 8.5 g | 5.4 g |
| Salt | 0.8 g | 2.1 g |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 1.5 g |
| Protein | 6.7 g | 7.3 g |
| Additives | 4 | 7 |
| Allergens | Eggs, Gluten, Milk | Gluten, Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- 4 croissants has 15% fewer calories (346 kcal vs 407 kcal).
- 4 croissants has 11% less saturated fat (9.8 g vs 11 g).
- 4 croissants has 36% less sugar (5.4 g vs 8.5 g).
- Croissant has 60% less salt (0.8 g vs 2.1 g).
- Croissant has 32% more fiber (2.2 g vs 1.5 g).
- Only Croissant lists: Eggs.
Ingredients
Croissant
wheat flour, palm oil, sugar, water, sourdough (meat and rye wheat flours, water, yeast), fresh eggs, yeast, emulsifiers: mono - and diglycerides of fatty acids - sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate, salt, skim milk powder, wheat gluten, loaf germ flour, natural flavor (contains alcohol), preservative: sorbic acid, antioxidant: ascorbic acid, thickener: carob seeds ,
4 croissants
Farine de BLE, eau, margarine (huiles et graisses végétales (palme, colza)), eau, émulsifiant: mono - et diglycérides d'acides gras, sel, acidifiant : acide citrique), dextrose de BLE, GLUTEN de BLE, poudres à lever: diphosphates, carbonates de sodium ; sucre, BEURRE concentré, alcool éthylique, sel arômes, stabilisant: alginate de sodium, agent de traitement de la farine: acide ascorbique.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Croissant or 4 croissants?
Overall, 4 croissants 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?
4 croissants has fewer calories: 346 kcal versus 407 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
4 croissants has less sugar: 5.4 g versus 8.5 g per 100 g.