Parents planning several breakfasts
If you want to spread a pack across several meals, compare the number of croissants, storage method and any baking or preparation requirements with how you plan to use them.
Who is this choice relevant for?
Carers looking for variety
If you’d like to offer a croissant now and then, consider it alongside the child’s usual bread-based meals. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre discusses breakfast and lunch together for children aged 1 to 3.
Parents checking allergens and childcare arrangements
If your child has a known allergy, or you’re taking a croissant to school or childcare, check the latest allergen information and the setting’s rules.
What should you look for?
First, work out how many croissants you’ll use and whether you want to bake them. Then consider how they fit in with the child’s other meals and check the allergens in your chosen variety.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Pack size | Compare the number of croissants, the weight and the storage method with what you’ll actually use. | If I’m buying croissants for several breakfasts, I want to avoid having leftovers I won’t use. Around 40% of consumers put this first when choosing. |
| How it fits into the breakfast routine | Check the ingredients and nutritional information per 100 g or per serving, and take the other meals into account. | A croissant is a change of pace for me, but I also want to keep an eye on my toddler’s usual bread-based meals. This is the most important consideration for around 40% of consumers. |
| Allergens and preparation | Read the latest allergen information and preparation instructions. For unpackaged products, ask about allergens. | If an allergy, childcare rule or busy morning affects my choice, the croissant needs to suit the situation. This is the top priority for around 20% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a croissant is a straightforward substitute for bread
Choosing a croissant for a change is different from replacing the usual bread-based meals. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends around two to three slices of bread a day for children aged 1 to 3, usually split between breakfast and lunch.
So, when you offer a croissant, consider what the child eats at their other meals.
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Relying on the product name to check allergens
Croissants can contain different ingredients and have different allergen information. School or childcare rules may also apply if you’re sending one in with your child.
Check the latest label every time you buy, or ask about allergens before buying an unpackaged croissant. Check separately what the school or childcare setting allows.
Brands to compare
Jumbo
Jumbo offers croissants in packs of six, among other options.
- A multipack may suit you if you’re planning several breakfasts.
- Compare the preparation method, weight and ingredients of the variety you choose.
PLUS
PLUS lists Schoof margarine croissants and PLUS butter croissants as separate bake-at-home options, among other products.
- The product information gives you details to compare the ingredients, allergens and preparation method for each variety.
- A margarine croissant and a butter croissant won’t necessarily have the same ingredients.
Dirk
Dirk lists both a pack of four butter croissants weighing 180 g in total and a single 65 g butter croissant.
- The different pack formats cater to different numbers of meals.
- A single fresh croissant and a pack to bake at home don’t require the same kind of planning.
ALDI
ALDI lists fresh butter croissants sold individually in store.
- A single croissant suits a one-off meal without leaving you with multipack leftovers.
- Check the latest product and allergen information at your chosen store.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists AH butter croissants in a frozen pack of twelve.
- The larger pack may suit you if you’re planning several meals.
- This option needs freezer space and preparation, so it isn’t directly comparable with a single fresh croissant.
Lidl
Lidl is another place to look at croissants and bake-at-home products in store.
- In store, you can compare the available pack formats with how you plan to use them.
- Check the ingredients and allergens on the product you choose.
Croissant multipacks on Joybuy
Both four-piece packs let you plan for several meals. Check the ingredients, allergens and preparation method for each variety before choosing.
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SCHOOF croissants, 4 pieces
A pack for anyone wanting to spread croissants across several meals. Check the preparation instructions before use and, if your child has an allergy or there are childcare rules to follow, check the latest allergen information.
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g'woon butter croissants, 4 pieces, 180 g
A pack for anyone wanting to use four croissants across several meals. Check the pack for preparation instructions, and check the latest allergen information if it’s relevant to your child or their childcare setting.
Frequently asked questions
Can a croissant replace a toddler’s usual breakfast?
It shouldn’t be treated as a straightforward everyday substitute for the usual bread-based meals. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends around two to three slices of bread a day for children aged 1 to 3, usually split between breakfast and lunch. So, if you offer a croissant, take the child’s other meals into account too.
What should I check if my child is taking a croissant to school or childcare?
Check the latest allergen information as well as the school or childcare setting’s rules, especially if your child has a known allergy. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains how allergens are listed on labels. Before buying an unpackaged croissant, ask for its allergen information.