Who are these choices relevant to?

Households buying for someone with coeliac disease

For your chosen croissant, the gluten-free label matters more than fibre content or ease of preparation. Check the current label every time you buy.

Gluten-free breakfast shoppers who are mindful of fibre

Compare the fibre content per 100 g of gluten-free croissants, without treating an ordinary wholemeal croissant as an alternative. A gluten-free croissant does not have to be labelled wholemeal.

Shoppers with additional dietary or convenience requirements

As well as the gluten-free label, eggs, milk, soya, freezer space and your preferred preparation method can all affect which croissant is right for you. Check the details for the specific product.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, check that the croissant is labelled gluten-free. Then compare the nutritional information, allergens, and storage and preparation instructions, focusing on what matters most in your household.

What to look for What to check when buying Who is this most important for?
Gluten-free label Look for the gluten-free label on the packaging and read the ingredients and allergen information. If I’m buying for someone with coeliac disease, I want to check the gluten-free label before considering any other features. For around 36% of consumers, this comes first.
Fibre Compare fibre per 100 g and check the serving size separately. I’m looking for a gluten-free croissant that’s relatively high in fibre, without assuming that wholemeal means gluten-free. Around 29% of consumers give this comparison top priority.
Storage and preparation Check whether the croissant needs to be kept frozen and what preparation method the packaging recommends. If I have limited freezer space or want a quick breakfast, the product format needs to suit my routine. This is the main deciding factor for around 21% of consumers.
Other dietary requirements Read the current allergen information, any ‘may contain’ warnings and dietary claims. If I also need to avoid eggs, milk or soya, gluten-free alone isn’t enough to help me choose a croissant. For around 14% of consumers, these additional requirements are decisive.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming wholemeal means gluten-free

    Wholemeal describes something different from gluten-free. An ordinary wholemeal croissant made with gluten-containing grains does not meet the requirements of someone with coeliac disease.

    Look for the gluten-free label first, then compare the fibre content of suitable products.

  • Overlooking other allergens

    The gluten-free croissants reviewed here differ in more than just their gluten content: the AH version may contain eggs, Schär contains eggs and milk, and Consenza contains eggs, milk and soya.

    Every time you buy, check the ingredients, allergen information and any ‘may contain’ warnings on the packaging of your chosen product.

  • Assuming a croissant is the same as bread made with baker’s salt

    According to the Voedingscentrum, bread made with iodised baker’s salt is an important source of iodine in the Netherlands, but using baker’s salt is not compulsory. So don’t assume a gluten-free croissant will provide the same amount of iodine.

    Check the ingredients for baker’s salt. If you regularly replace bread and have questions about your diet, you can discuss this with a dietitian.

  • Mixing up storage and preparation instructions

    Schär needs to be kept frozen and must not be refrozen after defrosting. The AH croissants reviewed here are intended to be baked at home and must not be frozen at home; Consenza has its own oven and microwave instructions.

    Choose a product format that suits your available space and how you want to prepare it, and follow the instructions on the packaging.

Brands with relevant gluten-free croissants

AH Glutenvrij

Albert Heijn describes the AH Glutenvrij Croissants reviewed here as gluten-free, vegan and lactose-free. They are part-baked, ready to finish baking at home.

  • According to Albert Heijn, this version is made in a completely gluten-free environment.
  • The nutritional information lists 1.5 g of fibre per 100 g. The product may contain eggs and is not suitable for freezing at home.

Schär

Jumbo lists 7.0 g of fibre per 100 g for Schär Croissant à la Française. It is a frozen gluten-free product.

  • Its stated fibre content is higher than that of the other two croissants discussed here; this comparison is based on 100 g only.
  • The product contains eggs, milk and gluten-free wheat starch, and may contain nuts, soya and mustard. Store it at −18 °C as stated in the product information, and do not refreeze it after defrosting.

Consenza

Jumbo lists 2.2 g of fibre per 100 g for Consenza Glutenvrije Croissants, which can be prepared in the oven or microwave.

  • According to the product information, preparation takes 10 minutes in an oven at 200 °C or 20 seconds in an 800 W microwave.
  • The product contains eggs, milk and soya, and may contain lupin, nuts and sesame. Check the current packaging rather than relying on an older ingredients list.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I choose an ordinary wholemeal croissant if I have coeliac disease?

An ordinary wholemeal croissant made with gluten-containing grains is not an alternative to a gluten-free croissant. Check the gluten-free label first, then compare fibre per 100 g.

Is gluten-free wheat starch in a croissant always a problem for someone with coeliac disease?

Not necessarily: the Schär croissant reviewed here lists gluten-free wheat starch and is labelled gluten-free. According to the European Commission, the gluten-free label may be used in the EU if the product, as sold, contains no more than 20 mg of gluten per kg. Check for wheat separately if a wheat allergy is also a concern.

Does a gluten-free croissant provide the iodine found in bread?

Don’t assume that it does. The Voedingscentrum identifies bread made with iodised baker’s salt as an important source of iodine, but using baker’s salt is not compulsory. Check the croissant’s ingredients; if you’re regularly replacing bread, speak to a dietitian if you have any questions.

Are gluten-free croissants also vegan or lactose-free?

Not necessarily. Albert Heijn describes the AH version reviewed here as vegan and lactose-free, but says it may contain eggs. The Schär croissant discussed here contains eggs and milk; Consenza contains eggs, milk and soya. Always check the current packaging of the product you’re buying.

Which supermarkets can I check for these croissants?

Albert Heijn provides product information for AH Glutenvrij Croissants, Jumbo for the Schär and Consenza croissants discussed here, and PLUS for a Consenza croissant. Check the current range and packaging at the shop where you plan to buy.