A small King’s Day breakfast
If you want to eat one or a few croissants straight away, buying them loose lets you choose exactly how many you need. There’s no need to bake them at home.
Which option suits you?
Breakfast for several people
A pack of croissants makes it easier to choose enough for your group. If you’re buying bake-at-home croissants, check that you have the right equipment and enough time.
If you need to check ingredients or allergens
Check the information for your chosen product before buying. Prepacked croissants have allergen information on the label. For loose croissants, this information must be available before purchase, according to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority.
What to look for when choosing
Work out how many croissants you need and whether you want to eat them straight away or bake them at home. Then check the information for the option you’re planning to buy.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
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| Quantity for a small breakfast | Check how many you need and whether they’re ready to eat. | If I only need a few croissants, I don’t want to have some left over from a pack. Around 42% of consumers put finding the right quantity first. |
| A pack for a group | Compare the number of croissants and the weight of each pack. | For breakfast with several people, I want a pack that suits the number of guests. This is the main consideration for around 25% of consumers. |
| Ease of preparation | Check whether baking is required, and follow the instructions for equipment and timing. | I want to serve the croissants on time without having to sort out equipment at the last minute. Convenience is the top priority for around 17% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients list, allergen information and any warnings. | If an ingredient or allergen affects my choice, I want to be able to check the details for the specific croissant I’m buying. This is the main concern for around 16% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Choosing a large pack without counting how many people are eating
A pack may contain more croissants than you’ll need for a small breakfast. Packs also vary in the number of croissants and their weight.
Count the people eating and compare that with how many croissants you’ll actually need from the pack.
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Buying bake-at-home croissants when you haven’t allowed time for them
Baking them at home requires suitable equipment and some preparation just before serving.
Read the preparation and storage instructions before buying. If baking doesn’t fit your plans, choose a croissant that’s ready to eat.
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Assuming plant-based means allergen-free
According to Jumbo, its plant-based croissant contains wheat and may also contain milk. So the product description is no substitute for checking the allergen information.
Read the allergen information and any warnings on the pack you’ve chosen.
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Assuming every croissant contains iodised baker’s salt
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre (Voedingscentrum), bakers aren’t required to use baker’s salt. Ingredients can therefore vary from one croissant to another.
If you want to know whether a specific croissant contains iodised salt, check that product’s ingredients list.
Brands and shops to consider
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists a range of croissants online, including mini croissants and frozen products.
- You can browse different sizes in the croissant category.
- Albert Heijn notes that product information can change, so check the current packaging.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists a range of products online, including packaged and plant-based croissants.
- Compare the number of croissants and product type when choosing between options.
- Check the ingredients and allergens for each option; plant-based doesn’t mean allergen-free.
Lidl
Lidl describes croissants that you bake at home.
- This type of product suits a breakfast where you can bake the croissants at home.
- Check which option is available in store and read the preparation instructions.
ALDI
ALDI lists products including individual butter croissants, and describes bakery items that are ready to eat or can be baked at home.
- Buying one croissant loose lets you get just the right amount for a small breakfast.
- Check the ingredients and in-store information for the item you choose.
PLUS
PLUS lists both loose bakery croissants and packaged butter croissants.
- For the packaged option, you can check details such as preparation instructions, ingredients and allergens.
- Follow the instructions and allergen information for the specific option you buy.
Dirk
Dirk lists croissant packs from different brands.
- The range shown includes packs that you can compare by quantity and weight.
- For each pack, also check the product type, preparation instructions and ingredients.
Croissants on Joybuy
These croissants suit a small purchase or breakfast with several people. Choose a quantity that works for your group, and if you’re buying croissants to bake at home, check the instructions before planning your breakfast.
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Bakery Village Danish Croissant 85 g
An individual croissant for when you only need a few. The listed weight is 85 g; check the ingredients if you’re looking for a croissant without cheese.
This product lists E102 and E110, with a warning that they may affect activity and attention in children. Check the current packaging for details.
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SCHOOF Croissants, 4 pieces
A pack of four for breakfast with several people. If you want to bake them at home, check the packaging for the equipment, time and temperature required.
Also check the current allergen information, including any mention of possible traces of sesame, lupin, milk and soya.
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G'woon Mini Butter Croissants, 200 g
Mini croissants for sharing out smaller portions. The listed pack weight is 200 g. Check the preparation instructions before serving.
Read the current allergen information on the packaging.
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g'woon Butter Croissants, 4 pieces, 180 g
Four croissants with a total weight of 180 g, ideal for a small group. Check the oven instructions on the packaging before deciding when to serve them.
Read the current allergen information on the packaging.
Frequently asked questions
Does every croissant contain iodised baker’s salt?
No, don’t assume that it does. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre (Voedingscentrum), bakers aren’t required to use baker’s salt. Check the ingredients list for the croissant you choose.
How can I check the allergens in a loose croissant?
Ask for the allergen information before buying, or check whether it’s displayed at the in-store bakery. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, information about allergens in non-prepacked food must be available before purchase.
Can you bake croissants in an air fryer?
Only use an air fryer if the instructions for the specific croissants say you can. For example, PLUS recommends a preheated air fryer at 180 °C and a cooking time of four minutes for its packaged butter croissants. Don’t assume those settings will work for another product.
Is King’s Day always on 27 April?
King’s Day is celebrated on 27 April, unless that date falls on a Sunday. In that case, the Dutch government says celebrations take place on Saturday. Before planning breakfast, also check the opening hours of the shop where you want to buy your croissants.