Organisers buying for lots of guests
You want to work out in advance how many croissants and packs you’ll need. The number of croissants per pack helps you match your order to the buffet.
Who are these options relevant to?
Organisers who want to bake just before the buffet
You want to bake the croissants shortly before serving, so you’ll need to allow for baking time, multiple batches and the oven or freezer space available.
Organisers whose guests have food allergies
You’ll need the ingredients and allergen information for every option you buy, especially if the croissants are unwrapped on the buffet.
What should you consider when choosing?
First, decide how many croissants you want to serve. Then choose a preparation method that suits your serving time, and keep the information from the packs you actually buy together.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
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| Number of croissants | Count the croissants in each pack and choose the number of packs to match your planned portions. | I want to buy for lots of guests without losing track of how much I need. For around 38% of consumers, buying with a specific purpose in mind is their main concern. |
| Serving time | Check the preparation instructions for your chosen option and work out how many batches will fit into your schedule. | I want to bake the croissants just before the buffet, but there isn’t room in the oven for all the portions at once. A manageable serving time is the priority for around 31% of consumers. |
| Allergen information | Read the ingredients and allergen information on every pack, and keep it available alongside the corresponding serving dish. | I need to be able to tell guests which ingredients are in the croissants being served. Clear allergen information is the top priority for around 31% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Counting packs instead of croissants
Packs can contain different numbers of croissants. So buying the same number of packs won’t necessarily give you enough portions for your guests.
First work out how many croissants you want to serve, then divide that number by the quantity in your chosen pack.
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Planning to bake without allowing for multiple batches
Preparation methods vary by product. PLUS says its butter croissants take 4–6 minutes in the oven, while the Délifrance frozen option reviewed requires 18 minutes at 185 °C according to PLUS.
Read the instructions for the option you buy, then plan the number of batches around your available equipment and serving time.
For a frozen option, you’ll also need to allow space in the freezer.
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Using the same allergen information for every option
Ingredients vary between croissants. PLUS lists wheat, egg and milk among the ingredients in its small butter croissant; this information doesn’t automatically apply to a different option.
Keep the packaging for every croissant you choose and match the information to the right serving dish. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that consumers must be given information about allergens present when food is offered to them.
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Assuming every croissant contains iodised salt
The ingredients list for PLUS butter croissants includes iodised salt. This doesn’t tell you anything about the ingredients in other croissants.
Check the ingredients list for the exact option if this distinction matters to your guests.
Brands to consider
Jumbo
Jumbo lists a pack of six croissants, as well as several different croissant options.
- The six-pack makes it easy to count how many croissants you’ll have for the buffet.
- Check which option and size you choose; they aren’t interchangeable.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists croissants in different pack sizes and varieties, including products to bake at home.
- The range shown includes packs of four and twelve.
- Check the number of croissants and the preparation instructions for each product you choose.
ALDI
ALDI lists a butter croissant sold individually.
- Buying croissants individually makes it easy to order the exact number you need.
- Check your chosen store and its current range before finalising your buffet order.
Dirk
Dirk lists both a 65 g butter croissant sold individually and a pack of four bake-at-home croissants.
- Among the products listed, you can choose between individual croissants and a bake-at-home pack.
- If you choose the bake-at-home option, remember to include preparation time in your buffet schedule.
PLUS
PLUS lists butter croissants with preparation and ingredient information.
- For the bake-at-home option reviewed, PLUS gives an oven time of 4–6 minutes.
- Ingredients and instructions apply to the specific option; check the pack you buy.
Délifrance
The Délifrance frozen butter croissants reviewed are intended to be baked straight from frozen.
- According to the PLUS product information, this option can be baked without defrosting.
- The stated preparation time of 18 minutes at 185 °C means you’ll need freezer space and a suitable baking schedule.
Croissants on Joybuy
These croissants come in different sizes to help you plan your wedding buffet order. Check the pack for your chosen option for preparation and allergen information.
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Bakery Village Danish Croissant 85 g
This croissant has a stated weight of 85 g, making it easy to plan portions individually. Check the ingredients and allergen information on the pack before serving.
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SCHOOF Croissants, 4 pieces
A pack of four croissants for planning how many buffet portions you’ll get from each pack. Check the packaging for preparation and allergen information.
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g'woon Butter Croissants, 4 pieces, 180 g
A pack of four croissants with a stated total weight of 180 g, useful for planning the number of portions. Check the preparation instructions and allergen information on the pack.
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G'woon Mini Butter Croissants
A mini option for serving smaller croissants at the buffet. Check the net weight, preparation instructions and allergen information on the pack you choose.
Frequently asked questions
What allergen information should I keep for croissants at a wedding buffet?
Keep the ingredients and allergen information for every option you actually buy available for your guests. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that consumers must be given information about allergens present when food is offered to them; it doesn’t necessarily follow that a completely private buffet falls within this type of offering.
Are butter croissants suitable for guests with a wheat, milk or egg allergy?
Don’t assume so without checking the exact packaging. PLUS lists wheat, egg and milk in its small butter croissant; this ingredient information applies to that option and not necessarily to every croissant.
Does every croissant in the Netherlands contain iodised salt?
No, don’t assume that every croissant does. The ingredients list for the PLUS butter croissants reviewed includes iodised salt; check the ingredients list for the option you’re serving.
Can Danerolles croissant dough be served at the buffet without baking?
No. Albert Heijn says that Danerolles Croissants Original dough must not be eaten raw and that the croissants should be baked according to the product instructions.