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Sausage egg and cheese croissant
Calories & nutrition facts
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 308 kcal —
- Protein 12 g 24%
- Carbohydrate 14 g 5%
- Fat 22 g 28%
- Saturated fat 8.3 g 42%
- Fibre 1.8 g 6%
- Sugars 3.1 g —
- Sodium 577 mg 25%
- Cholesterol 123 mg 41%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 173 µg 19%
- Vitamin C 0.1 mg 0%
- Vitamin D 0.7 µg 3%
- Vitamin E 1.5 mg 10%
- Vitamin K 1.8 µg 2%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.24 mg 20%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.37 mg 28%
- Niacin (B3) 2.8 mg 17%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.75 mg 15%
- Vitamin B6 0.16 mg 9%
- Folate (B9) 50 µg 13%
- Vitamin B12 0.51 µg 21%
- Choline 84 mg 15%
Minerals
- Calcium 90 mg 7%
- Iron 1.7 mg 9%
- Magnesium 17 mg 4%
- Phosphorus 138 mg 11%
- Potassium 158 mg 3%
- Zinc 1.1 mg 10%
- Copper 0.07 mg 8%
- Manganese 0.18 mg 8%
- Selenium 24.8 µg 45%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 308 | 12 g | 14 g | 22 g |
| 1 × sandwich | 171 g | 527 | 21 g | 24 g | 37 g |
| 2 × sandwich | 342 g | 1053 | 41 g | 48 g | 75 g |
| ½ × sandwich | 85.5 g | 263 | 10 g | 12 g | 19 g |
| 3 × sandwich | 513 g | 1580 | 62 g | 72 g | 112 g |
| 4 × sandwich | 684 g | 2107 | 83 g | 96 g | 149 g |
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Questions about Sausage egg and cheese croissant
How do you reheat a sausage, egg, and cheese croissant without making it soggy?
For a crisp pastry, heat it in an oven or air fryer at 160°C for about 8–10 minutes, until hot throughout. A microwave is quicker, but softens the croissant; use short bursts and let it stand briefly before eating.
Can you freeze a sausage, egg, and cheese croissant?
Yes. Wrap it tightly once cool and freeze; thaw it overnight in the fridge, then reheat at 160°C until steaming hot throughout. The pastry may be less flaky after freezing and thawing.
What can you serve with a sausage, egg, and cheese croissant?
Fresh fruit, such as an apple or berries, makes a simple contrast to the rich, savoury filling. For a brunch spread, serve it with sliced tomatoes or a crisp green salad.
How does a sausage, egg, and cheese croissant compare with one made with ham?
The sausage version has 308 kcal per 100 g, compared with 261 kcal for a ham, egg, and cheese croissant. It also has more fat: 22 g versus 15 g per 100 g.
Is a sausage, egg, and cheese croissant higher in protein than one with egg and cheese only?
Yes: it has 12 g of protein per 100 g, compared with 10.1 g in an egg-and-cheese croissant. The sausage adds savoury flavour as well as protein.
How much does a sausage, egg, and cheese croissant usually weigh?
A typical sandwich weighs about 171 g. Its energy is 527 kcal; the exact amount depends on the size of the croissant and filling.
Can you make a sausage, egg, and cheese croissant at home?
Yes. Cook a sausage patty until browned and cooked through, fry or scramble an egg, then layer them with cheese in a split croissant. Warm it in a 180°C oven for 5–8 minutes, just until the cheese melts and the pastry is hot.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 173271 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
