A small group having breakfast once
You want to buy enough croissants without being left with a large pack. Jumbo and Dirk offer packs of four; compare the quantity with the number of people eating.
Who are these options suitable for?
Holidaymakers planning several breakfasts
You want to serve croissants on different days and need space to store them as instructed on the packaging. Albert Heijn and Jumbo also offer frozen croissants.
Shoppers who check ingredients
You want to check the ingredients and allergens in each pack, as well as any dietary claims. You can’t tell which type of salt has been used just from the word ‘croissant’: according to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bakers aren’t required to use baker’s salt.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you want croissants for breakfast or half a loaf for sandwiches. If you choose croissants, pick a quantity and type that suit the length of your stay and the kitchen facilities at your holiday home.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Number of croissants and leftovers | Compare the number of croissants with the number of people eating and the breakfasts you have planned; check whether you can buy them individually. | For one breakfast, I don’t want to buy more croissants than we’ll eat. That’s why around 45% of consumers prioritise portion size. |
| Storage and preparation | Check the storage instructions and whether an oven or suitable air fryer is available. Frozen products also need freezer space. | If we want croissants over several days, I need to be able to store them and prepare them at the right time. This is the top priority for around 33% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the current label for ingredients, allergens, dietary claims and the type of salt used. | When ingredients determine my choice, I don’t want to rely on the product name alone. This is the top priority for around 22% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Treating half a loaf as a croissant size
Half a loaf and croissants are different products. Comparing pack sizes alone won’t help if you’re really choosing between croissants for breakfast and bread for sandwiches.
Decide what you want to eat first, then compare how much you need and what you can store.
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Assuming every croissant contains iodised baker’s salt
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, using baker’s salt isn’t compulsory. So you can’t assume it’s included just because the product is a croissant.
Check the ingredients list or ask the baker which type of salt was used in that particular product.
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Buying bake-at-home or frozen croissants without checking the kitchen
Baking croissants at your holiday home requires suitable equipment; frozen croissants also need freezer space.
Check the facilities at your holiday home before you shop, then follow the instructions for the product you choose.
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Relying only on online ingredient information
Albert Heijn and PLUS point out that product information can change. This is particularly important if ingredients or allergens influence your choice.
Check the current label on the packaging before using the product.
Brands and shops to consider
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn offers both croissants and frozen croissants, so you can explore different storage and preparation options.
- A separate frozen-food category makes this type of product easy to find.
- Check the packaging and current in-store or delivery options for each product.
Jumbo
Jumbo offers, among other things, packs of bake-at-home and frozen croissants for a planned breakfast.
- Packs of four and six are among the options available.
- With a fixed pack size, you’ll need to work out in advance how many you’ll use during your stay.
Lidl
The in-store bakery is an option if you want to buy croissants shortly before breakfast.
- Lidl lists butter croissants in its freshly baked range.
- Lidl says its fresh bread range may vary by store.
ALDI
ALDI lists a fresh butter croissant sold individually, as well as products you can bake at home.
- Buying them individually lets you choose a quantity to suit your group.
- Check availability at your local store and, for bake-at-home products, make sure you have the necessary equipment.
PLUS
PLUS offers packs of butter croissants, including a 180 g pack.
- You can compare a smaller pack with the number of people you’re planning to serve.
- PLUS warns that product ingredients, nutritional information and dietary information can change; check the current label.
Dirk
Dirk offers bake-at-home croissants in a range of pack sizes.
- The butter variety listed comes in a pack of four, with a total weight of 180 g.
- Compare the number of croissants with your breakfast plans: Dirk also offers packs of six.
Croissants for different breakfast plans
These Joybuy products include packs with several croissants and an individually wrapped croissant. Choose a quantity to suit the number of people eating; check whether each product needs preparing before relying on the kitchen facilities at your holiday home.
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SCHOOF Croissants, 4 pieces
A pack of four for a planned breakfast, which you can bake at home. Check the preparation instructions and make sure your holiday home has suitable equipment.
If you have allergies, check the current label; the product description lists gluten and milk, and possible traces of sesame, lupin and soya.
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G'woon Mini Butter Croissants, 200 g
Mini croissants to consider if you want to plan the quantity for a smaller breakfast. Check the number of pieces and net weight on the packaging, along with any instructions for baking.
If you have allergies, check the current label for ingredients and allergens.
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g'woon Butter Croissants, 4 pieces, 180 g
Four croissants to suit a small group or several breakfasts. Check the packaging to see whether they need baking and how to store them.
If you have allergies, check the current label for ingredients and allergens.
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Bakery Village Danish Croissant, 85 g
An individually wrapped croissant for anyone who wants to plan by portion. Check the storage and usage instructions on the packaging.
The product information lists E102 and E110, with a warning that they may affect children’s activity and attention. Read this warning and the ingredients list on the current label.
Frequently asked questions
Does every croissant in the Netherlands contain iodised baker’s salt?
No. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bakers aren’t required to use baker’s salt. Check the ingredients list for the specific croissant or ask the baker which type of salt was used.
How can I avoid having croissants left over at my holiday home?
Choose a quantity to suit the number of people eating and the breakfasts you have planned. If they’re available, buying fresh croissants individually gives you this option. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre generally advises buying what you need and storing food in the right place to help reduce waste.
Are frozen croissants handy for breakfasts over several days?
Yes, if your holiday home has enough freezer space and suitable equipment. Albert Heijn and Jumbo offer frozen croissants; always follow the storage and preparation instructions for the product you choose.
Can I rely on the product page alone if I have an allergy?
Check the current label before using the croissants too. Albert Heijn and PLUS say that product information, including details about ingredients and allergens, can change.