Croissant vs Croissants
Overall, Croissant has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Croissant | Croissants |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | e |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 407 kcal | 470 kcal |
| Fat | 20 g | 28 g |
| Saturated fat | 11 g | 14 g |
| Sugars | 8.5 g | 12 g |
| Salt | 0.8 g | 0.7 g |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 4.3 g |
| Protein | 6.7 g | 6.9 g |
| Additives | 4 | 7 |
| Allergens | Eggs, Gluten, Milk | Eggs, Gluten, Milk, Nuts, Soybeans |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Croissant has 13% fewer calories (407 kcal vs 470 kcal).
- Croissant has 29% less fat (20 g vs 28 g).
- Croissant has 21% less saturated fat (11 g vs 14 g).
- Croissant has 29% less sugar (8.5 g vs 12 g).
- Croissants has 49% more fiber (4.3 g vs 2.2 g).
- Only Croissants lists: Nuts, Soybeans.
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 ,
Croissants
Farine de blé, graisse de palme, huiles végétales (palme, tournesol, soja) en proportion variable, sucre, dextrose. lactoérum en poudre, oeuf liquide, levure, émulsifiants (E471 et E472e), sel, protéines de lait, conservateurs (E282 et E202) arômes, gluten de blé, stabilisant (E412), agent de traitement de la farine (E300) et colorant (E160a). Peut contenir des traces fruits à coque, des graines de sésame et soja.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Croissant or Croissants?
Overall, Croissant 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?
Croissant has fewer calories: 407 kcal versus 470 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Croissant has less sugar: 8.5 g versus 12 g per 100 g.