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Butter croissant
Butter croissant by Waitrose provides 424 kcal per 100 g, with 5.7 g of sugars and 9.1 g of protein. That is 27% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Butter croissants category. Contains: eggs, gluten, milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1Croissant
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 424 kcal | 401 +6% |
| Total fat | 24.7 g | 21.9 +13% |
| Saturated fat | 12.9 g | 13.8 −6% |
| Carbohydrates | 40.3 g | 42.1 |
| Total sugars | 5.7 g | 7.8 −27% |
| Added sugars | 2.9 g | 5 −43% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.1 g | 2.6 −58% |
| Protein | 9.1 g | 7.7 +18% |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 1.1 −38% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 519 Butter croissants products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other butter croissants
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Wheat flour, butter (milk) 24%, water, sugar, yeast, wheat gluten, pasteurised free range egg, salt, flour treatment agent (ascorbic acid), enzyme ALLERGY ADVICE: For allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. May contain nuts and sesame seeds Bake from frozen.
- Allergens
- EggsGlutenMilk
- May contain traces
- Nuts
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1Croissant
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5000169304143
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Butter croissant?
Butter croissant contains 424 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Butter croissant?
Butter croissant has 5.7 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Butter croissant healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Butter croissant vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Butter croissant contain?
According to the label data it contains: Eggs, Gluten, Milk. It may also contain traces of nuts. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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