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Plain croissant
Calories & nutrition facts
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Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 360 kcal —
- Protein 10 g 20%
- Carbohydrate 36 g 13%
- Fat 19 g 24%
- Saturated fat 12 g 60%
- Fibre 2.7 g 10%
- Sugars 5.1 g —
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Questions about Plain croissant
How do you warm up a croissant without making it chewy?
Heat it in an oven at 160°C for about 5 minutes. A microwave softens the layers rather than bringing back their crispness.
How should you store croissants?
Keep them at room temperature in a paper bag and eat them the day you buy them; a sealed container tends to soften the crust. Avoid the fridge, which can make the pastry stale faster.
Can you freeze croissants?
Yes. Freeze them as soon as possible, wrapped individually, for up to 2 months; thaw at room temperature, then warm in the oven at 160°C for 5 minutes.
What goes well with a plain croissant?
Serve it with butter and jam for breakfast, or pair it with a cup of tea or coffee. For a savoury option, fill a split croissant with ham and cheese.
What can you use instead of a croissant for a breakfast sandwich?
A soft bread roll or an English muffin works well for ham and cheese or egg. If you want flaky layers in a recipe, use baked puff pastry instead.
Which has less energy, a plain croissant or a chocolate-filled croissant?
A plain croissant has 360 kcal per 100 g, compared with 393 kcal per 100 g for a chocolate-filled croissant.
Source: ausnut F003305 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
