Small household looking to buy just the right amount
You’re planning croissants for a family dinner with just a few people. Individual croissants or a small pack make it easier to match the number you buy to what you’ll serve at the table.
Who is this for?
Host who wants to serve croissants warm
You want to bake them just before dinner and fit that into the rest of your preparations. So compare the steps involved and the preparation time for the product format you choose.
Household checking ingredients and allergens
You check the ingredients and allergens listed on the pack you choose. A label such as ‘vegan’ doesn’t replace this check: possible traces matter too.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start with the number you want to serve at dinner. Then decide whether you want to serve them ready to eat, bake them or keep them for another meal. Finally, check the details for the specific product.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters most to |
|---|---|---|
| Portion size | Count how many croissants you want and compare buying them individually with the number in each pack. | If I’m only serving a few croissants, I don’t want to buy more than I need. Around 29% of consumers say getting the right portion size is their top priority. |
| Storing leftovers | Check the storage instructions for once the pack is open, and whether this product can be frozen. | If there are croissants left over, I want to know what I can do with them. For around 24% of consumers, storage is the top priority. |
| Oven preparation | Compare the steps involved, baking time and oven temperature on the pack. | I need to fit baking them in around the rest of dinner. For an estimated 24% of consumers, preparation is the most important consideration. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients list, allergen information and any warnings about possible traces of allergens. | If someone at the table needs to avoid certain ingredients, I check the exact product before buying. This is the most important consideration for around 23% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Searching for ‘half loaf’ as a croissant pack size
‘Half loaf’ doesn’t tell you how many croissants you’ll be buying for dinner. Croissants are sold individually and in packs of various sizes.
Count the portions you want, then compare the number of croissants in each pack.
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Applying general freezing advice to chilled dough
Storage advice for leftover croissants doesn’t automatically apply to dough in an opened tin. PLUS says that Danerolles Croissants dough must be used in full once opened and must not be frozen.
Follow the instructions for the product format you’ve chosen, especially if you need fewer croissants than one tin makes.
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Mistaking a product label for allergen information
Ingredients vary between products. PLUS’s vegan-labelled Schoof Croissants may contain milk, while PLUS’s cheese croissant lists wheat, egg, soya and milk, among other ingredients.
Read the current ingredients and allergen information for the exact product you’re buying.
Brands and shops to consider
Albert Heijn
A useful place to compare frozen croissants by pack size.
- Albert Heijn lists packs of 4, 8 and 12, among other sizes.
- Check the preparation method and ingredients for the product you choose; pack size tells you nothing about these.
Jumbo
A range featuring different types of croissants and pack sizes.
- Jumbo lists packs of 4, 6 and 24, among other sizes.
- As well as the number of croissants, compare the product format and filling; different options aren’t necessarily interchangeable.
Lidl
An option to compare a pack of six croissants with your planned table setting.
- Lidl lists Délifrance croissants in a pack of 6 × 55 g.
- Lidl says this product is only available in store, so check availability at your local shop.
ALDI
An option if you want to choose how many croissants to buy individually.
- ALDI lists a butter croissant sold individually.
- Check the current ingredients and allergen information in store.
PLUS
A range that includes bake-at-home croissants, chilled dough and a filled croissant.
- PLUS lists Schoof Croissants in packs of 4 and Danerolles dough for 6 croissants.
- Preparation and allergen information varies by product; vegan-labelled Schoof Croissants may contain milk.
Dirk
A useful place to compare a small pack with a frozen option.
- Dirk lists a pack of 4 butter croissants weighing 180 g in total, as well as a frozen option with 6 croissants weighing 330 g.
- Check the pack for ingredients, allergens and preparation instructions for the product you choose.
Croissants for a small table at Joybuy
These croissants are worth considering if you want to compare a pack of four for your family dinner or are looking for croissants that don’t need to be baked. Check the number of croissants, preparation method and label for each product before planning your table.
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SCHOOF Croissants, 4 pieces
A set portion if you want to bake four croissants for dinner. Check the baking time and oven temperature on the pack before planning when to serve them.
If you have dietary requirements or allergies, check the current label, including for possible traces of allergens.
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Bakery Village Danish Croissant, 85 g
Worth considering if you want to serve croissants without having to bake them. Before buying, check that the selling unit contains the number you need for dinner, and read the serving instructions on the pack.
Also check the current ingredients and allergen information.
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g'woon butter croissants, 4 pieces (180 g)
A pack for a table where four croissants will do. Check the pack for preparation instructions so you can time serving them around the rest of dinner.
Check the current label for ingredients and allergens.
Frequently asked questions
Should I look for ‘half loaf’ croissants for a small family dinner?
No, choose croissants based on how many you want to serve. ALDI, for example, lists a croissant sold individually, while Jumbo also offers packs of 4 and 6.
Can I freeze leftover croissants?
For opened croissants, the Voedingscentrum recommends storing them in the freezer for 1–3 months. Don’t automatically apply this advice to other product formats: PLUS says that opened Danerolles chilled dough must be used in full and must not be frozen.
Are vegan croissants suitable for someone who needs to avoid milk?
Don’t assume they are just because they’re labelled vegan. PLUS says that its vegan-labelled Schoof Croissants may contain milk, so check the allergen information on the specific pack.
How should I plan baking around dinner?
Follow the preparation instructions for the product you choose. PLUS says to bake Schoof Croissants for 4–6 minutes at 220 °C; Albert Heijn gives a baking time of 12–15 minutes for Danerolles Original, which also requires you to prepare the dough.