Calories in Croissant
Croissant contains 406 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 croissant (60 g) — carries about 244 kcal.
Laminated dough is half butter — one croissant carries ~245 kcal.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving — 1 croissant (60 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 406 kcal | 244 kcal |
| Protein | 8.2 g | 4.9 g |
| Fat | 21 g | 13 g |
| Carbohydrates | 46 g | 28 g |
| Fibre | 2.6 g | 1.6 g |
| Sugars | 11 g | 6.6 g |
How much exercise burns one serving?
~61 minutes
~24 minutes
Approximate, for a ~244 kcal serving and a ~70 kg adult (walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in croissant?
Croissant contains 406 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 croissant (60 g) — carries about 244 kcal.
How much protein, fat and carbohydrate does croissant have?
Per 100 g: 8.2 g protein, 21 g fat and 46 g carbohydrates, of which 2.6 g fibre and 11 g sugars.
Is croissant suitable for a diet?
Carefully — 406 kcal per 100 g is a high calorie density. When dieting, watch the amount: one serving (1 croissant (60 g)) is ~244 kcal. Laminated dough is half butter — one croissant carries ~245 kcal.
How much does one serving of croissant weigh?
The typical serving is 1 croissant (60 g) — about 60 g, which equals ~244 kcal.
How much exercise burns one serving of croissant?
Roughly 61 minutes of brisk walking or 24 minutes of running (approximate, for a ~70 kg adult: walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
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Values are rounded average reference figures per 100 g/ml (USDA FoodData Central and European food-composition tables). Real values vary with variety, recipe and preparation — the label of a specific product always takes precedence. This information is not medical or dietary advice.