Students cooking for a group
You want to work out in advance how many croissants you need for a shared dinner. The number in each pack helps you plan portions and avoid leftovers.
Who is this choice relevant to?
Students looking for a larger bread component
If you’re serving croissants with soup, salad or a savoury filling, you’ll want to know how many to serve per person. The weight of each croissant gives you a better guide than the term ‘thick cut’.
Cooks with preparation or dietary requirements
You may need to take available equipment, ingredients or allergens into account. Check the preparation instructions and the current packaging before planning your dinner.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, decide how many croissants you want to serve. Then compare the weight per croissant and check that the preparation method and ingredients suit your plans.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is it important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Number of portions | Compare the number of croissants with the number of people eating, and consider whether you can use any leftovers. | If I’m cooking for several housemates, I want to give everyone a portion without having too much left over; around 50% of consumers prioritise having the right number of items. |
| Size per croissant | Divide the total pack weight by the number of croissants. A higher average weight does not indicate a standard thickness or filling. | If I’m serving a filled croissant or want a larger bread component, I want to know how much each one weighs; around 30% of consumers prioritise portion size. |
| Preparation and ingredients | Check whether the croissants need baking. If you have dietary requirements or need to check for allergens, read the ingredients, allergen and storage information. | If I don’t have a suitable oven or need to take ingredients into account, I want to be able to check this before cooking; preparation method and composition are the main concern for around 20% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Treating ‘thick cut’ as a standard croissant size
Shops distinguish between croissants using product names, pack sizes and total weights, among other things. A higher average weight per croissant does not prove that it is thicker according to a standard measurement.
Compare packs containing the same number of croissants by total weight, then decide what portion you want to serve alongside the rest of the meal.
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Assuming ‘plant-based’ also means ‘allergen-free’
The term plant-based does not, by itself, tell you whether any allergens are present. Jumbo also describes its plant-based croissants as ‘low in fibre’, so don’t judge the nutritional information by the product name alone.
Read the current ingredients list and the highlighted allergens on the packaging. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains how allergens must be listed on prepacked foods.
Brands and shops compared
These examples can help you compare different product types. Check the information for the specific item before choosing.
Dirk
Dirk lists The Dough Factory Croissants in a pack of six, with a total weight of 240 g.
- The number of croissants and total weight let you work out the average weight of each one.
- For a different pack, check the number of croissants and the weight again.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists standard croissants in packs of six weighing 240 g, Super Croissants in packs of six weighing 340 g, and a plant-based pack of four.
- You can compare packs containing the same number of croissants by their average weight per croissant.
- ‘Super’ is a product name, not a standard specification for ‘thick cut’.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists individual petit, luxury and multiseed croissants, as well as a 240 g pack of fresh croissant dough.
- Individual croissants are an option if you only need a few.
- Albert Heijn says that several of its individual varieties are only available in store.
PLUS
PLUS lists a 180 g bag of butter croissants, with a Nutri-Score of E on the product page.
- The total weight and stated Nutri-Score are product details you can take into account when comparing options.
- Check the number of croissants on the packaging to work out the weight per croissant; a Nutri-Score does not assess your entire dinner.
ALDI
ALDI lists a fresh butter croissant sold individually.
- Buying individually can be handy if you need one extra croissant.
- Check availability and product information in store.
Lidl
Lidl lists croissants to bake at home, as well as a butter croissant available in store only.
- Knowing the difference between bake-at-home and shop-bought croissants can help you plan your dinner.
- For a bake-at-home product, check the preparation instructions and make sure you have the right equipment.
Croissants on Joybuy
These croissants are available individually or in a pack of four. For your dinner, compare the number you need and check the preparation and labelling information for the product you choose.
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Bakery Village Danish Croissant 85 g
An option if you’d like to serve an individual croissant with dinner. The stated weight is 85 g; if it matters to your choice, check the ingredients and allergens on the current packaging.
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SCHOOF Croissants, 4 pieces
A pack to share between several people. It contains four croissants; check the total weight and preparation instructions to see whether the portions and preparation method suit your dinner.
Frequently asked questions
Is ‘thick cut’ a standard size for croissants?
No. Don’t use ‘thick cut’ as a measurable size for croissants. Instead, compare the total weight and number of croissants in the packs you’re considering; this lets you work out the average weight per croissant.
How do I compare the size of two packs?
For each pack, divide the total weight by the number of croissants. For example, Jumbo lists both six standard croissants weighing 240 g and six Super Croissants weighing 340 g. This difference tells you something about the average weight per croissant, but not about a standard thickness or how the croissants are filled.
Where can I find allergen information for packaged croissants?
Check the current packaging and look for allergens highlighted in the ingredients information. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains that allergens must be listed and highlighted on prepacked foods; don’t rely on the product name alone to tell you what a particular croissant contains.
Can I assume every croissant contains iodised baker’s salt?
No, don’t assume this based on the product category. Brood.net states that the use of iodised baker’s salt is not a legal requirement. Check the product information or, for an unpackaged product, ask the seller which ingredients are used.