Who is this choice relevant to?

If you’re buying for someone with coeliac disease

When doing your first shop, you’ll want to check the gluten-free label and the packaging first. At home, the croissant should also be kept separate from ordinary bread crumbs.

If you’re starting without a freezer stash

You’re looking for a pack that suits your storage space, so compare how many croissants it contains and whether you’ll want to warm them up.

If you’re also checking for other allergens

As well as gluten, you may need to consider ingredients such as egg, milk, soya, nuts, sesame, lupin or mustard. The ‘gluten-free’ label doesn’t answer those separate questions.

What should you look for when choosing?

When doing your first shop, check the gluten-free label and the packaging first. Then compare storage requirements, preparation instructions and any other ingredients you need to avoid.

AH own-brand pack

A good fit if: you shop at Albert Heijn and are looking for a pack of two gluten-free croissants.

Bear in mind: Albert Heijn says that ingredient and allergen information can change, so check the pack you buy.

Long-life Consenza croissants

A good fit if: you want to start without freezer space and are looking for a pack of three croissants that you can warm up.

Bear in mind: the product information lists egg, milk and soya; check the chosen pack for information about other allergens too.

Schär frozen croissants

A good fit if: you have freezer space and want to keep croissants for several occasions.

Bear in mind: Jumbo says this option must not be refrozen after defrosting. Keep it in the fridge and eat it within one day.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Gluten-free and crumb-free Check that the pack is labelled ‘gluten-free’ and use a clean work surface and clean utensils at home. If I’m buying for someone with coeliac disease, I want a clearly labelled product and preparation that avoids contact with ordinary bread. For around 50% of consumers, this safe choice comes first.
Storage and preparation Read the storage instructions and check whether your chosen option needs freezer space or a preparation step. Compare pack sizes too. Without freezer space, I want croissants that are suitable for my first shop. Around 30% of consumers give storage and preparation top priority.
Other ingredients Read the ingredients and allergen information. If iodine is something you’re monitoring in your overall diet, also check whether bread salt or baker’s salt is listed. If I have additional allergies, I need to know exactly what’s in the pack. If I don’t eat much bread, I also consider iodine in my overall diet. For around 20% of consumers, these additional questions matter most.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming ‘gluten-free’ means ‘free from all allergens’

    The Consenza and Schär options reviewed also list other allergens or the possibility of their presence. The warnings vary by product.

    After checking the gluten-free label, read the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack you’re buying.

  • Using the same shelf or utensils as for ordinary bread

    The Dutch Coeliac Society says that people with coeliac disease must also avoid contact with gluten from crumbs and kitchen utensils.

    Wash your hands and use a clean work surface and clean utensils before preparing or serving the croissant.

  • Storing long-life and frozen croissants in the same way

    Consenza recommends storing its croissants in a cool, dry place. Jumbo gives separate instructions for the Schär frozen option after defrosting.

    Before buying and preparing your croissants, read the storage and defrosting instructions on the chosen pack.

  • Assuming every croissant contains baker’s salt

    The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says baker’s salt contains iodine, but bakers aren’t required to use it.

    Check the croissant’s ingredients if you want to know whether bread salt or baker’s salt has been used.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn’s gluten-free rolls and croissants category lists AH Gluten-Free Croissants in a pack of two.

  • An own-brand option if you’re looking for gluten-free croissants at Albert Heijn.
  • Albert Heijn warns that product information may change, so check the ingredients and allergens on the packaging.

Consenza

The Consenza gluten-free croissants reviewed are long-life and come in a 3 × 60 g pack; Jumbo and PLUS list this option.

  • The product information recommends storing them in a cool, dry place and warming them in the oven or microwave.
  • The listed ingredients include egg, milk and soya. Check the chosen pack for warnings about other allergens too.

Schär

Jumbo lists Schär Croissant à la Française Gluten-Free as a frozen pack of four, weighing 220 g in total.

  • An option to keep in the freezer if you’re planning to enjoy croissants on several occasions.
  • Do not refreeze after defrosting. Jumbo says to keep the product in the fridge and eat it within one day. Also check the information about egg, milk and any other potential allergens.

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Frequently asked questions

Can someone with coeliac disease choose a croissant labelled ‘gluten-free’?

A pre-packed croissant with this label is a good starting point for someone with coeliac disease, as long as any other allergens are also suitable. According to the Dutch Coeliac Society, ‘gluten-free’ means that a product contains less than 20 mg of gluten per kg. Check the current label and then avoid contact with ordinary bread crumbs.

Is a croissant without wheat automatically gluten-free?

No. ‘Wheat-free’ doesn’t tell you whether a croissant is gluten-free. Check the gluten-free label on the product and keep ordinary bread and crumbs away when preparing and serving it.

How can I warm up a gluten-free croissant without exposing it to bread crumbs?

Use clean hands, a clean work surface and clean utensils so the croissant doesn’t come into contact with crumbs from ordinary bread. Follow the instructions on the chosen product’s packaging for warming it up.

Does a gluten-free croissant always contain iodised baker’s salt?

No. Whether baker’s salt is used varies from product to product. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says baker’s salt contains iodine, but its use isn’t compulsory. So check the croissant’s ingredients rather than making assumptions based on the product category.