Who is this relevant to?

The host looking for sourdough

You want a croissant made with sourdough and butter, and you can bake it just before serving. Check the ingredients list: the croissants from Albert Heijn and PLUS contain yeast as well as sourdough.

The planner of hot nibbles

You want to serve warm croissants without baking them getting in the way of the rest of your preparations. Compare the instructions on the pack with the oven space and time you have available.

The shopper who needs to check allergens

You need clear information about ingredients and allergens before buying, including cereals containing gluten and milk. If the allergen information isn’t displayed, ask for it when buying loose croissants.

What should you look for when choosing?

If you have an allergy, start with the allergen information. Then consider whether you want sourdough, when you’ll be serving the croissants and what size portions you need.

Sourdough bake-at-home croissant

Choose this when: You want to bake croissants just before your drinks party and are looking for a recipe that lists sourdough and butter, such as those from Albert Heijn and PLUS.

Consider: You’ll need to allow time for baking, and both products’ ingredients lists also include yeast.

Mini croissant

Choose this when: You want to serve smaller portions alongside other nibbles; Lidl lists mini butter croissants as an in-store product.

Consider: Mini size doesn’t tell you how the dough is risen. Check the ingredients if sourdough is a must.

Fresh bakery croissant

Choose this when: You want to skip the baking step. Aldi lists a fresh butter croissant sold individually.

Consider: Ask about the ingredients before choosing this option for a drinks party where sourdough matters.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Sourdough and yeast Look for sourdough in the ingredients list, and check separately whether yeast is also listed. If I specifically want a sourdough croissant, the full recipe matters more than the product name alone. For around 33% of consumers, choosing sourdough comes first.
When you’ll be serving them Compare the preparation instructions with the time and equipment you have available. I want to serve warm croissants without having to prepare them during the drinks party. Around 27% of consumers prioritise serving time.
Portion size Compare the number of croissants and the weight per croissant with the other nibbles you’re serving. When there are several nibbles on the table, I want a choice of smaller croissants or larger portions. For around 20% of consumers, size is the first thing they consider.
Ingredients and allergens Read the label or ask for allergen information when buying loose croissants. Check the salt used in each product if iodised salt matters to your choice. I need to know which ingredients and allergens are in the croissant before buying. For around 20% of consumers, this check matters most.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming sourdough means no added yeast

    The ingredients lists for the Albert Heijn and PLUS croissants we looked at include both sourdough and yeast. This distinction matters if you’re looking for croissants risen exclusively with sourdough.

    Read the full ingredients list rather than relying on the name on the front of the pack.

  • Expecting every croissant to contain iodised salt

    According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bakers aren’t required to use baker’s salt. So the fact that the Albert Heijn and PLUS product information lists iodised salt doesn’t tell you anything about other croissants.

    Check the current packaging or ask the baker which salt was used in that particular product.

  • Checking allergens only after you’ve bought them

    The Albert Heijn and PLUS croissants list ingredients including wheat, spelt and milk. Other products may have a different composition.

    Check the label before buying. If allergen information isn’t displayed, ask the seller for it when buying loose croissants.

  • Forgetting to allow time for baking

    Bake-at-home croissants need oven space and preparation time just before you want to serve them.

    The Albert Heijn and PLUS product information recommends baking these croissants in the oven at 200 °C for 4–6 minutes. Follow the instructions on the pack you buy.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

AH Butter Croissants are bake-at-home croissants sold in a pack of four, weighing 45 g each. The ingredients list includes butter, sourdough and iodised salt.

  • The product information gives you ingredients, allergens and oven instructions to compare before buying.
  • The ingredients list also includes yeast, so sourdough here doesn’t mean the dough is risen exclusively with sourdough.

Jumbo

Jumbo’s croissant range includes a variety of options, such as butter, plant-based, frozen and mini croissants.

  • The number of croissants, their weight and the product type can help you plan portions for your drinks party.
  • Check the ingredients of the specific product before choosing it as a sourdough croissant.

PLUS

The product information for PLUS Butter Croissants lists 25% butter, sourdough and iodised salt.

  • Ingredients, allergens and oven and air fryer instructions can help you choose and prepare them.
  • This ingredients list also includes yeast as well as sourdough.

Lidl

Lidl lists mini butter croissants as an in-store product, making them an option to consider for smaller drinks-party portions.

  • The mini size gives you the option of serving smaller nibbles.
  • If you’re specifically looking for sourdough, check the ingredients in store.

Aldi

Aldi lists a fresh butter croissant sold individually, for anyone who wants to serve croissants without baking them at home.

  • The fresh product means you can skip the baking step at home.
  • Ask about the ingredients and allergens if sourdough or a particular recipe is important to you.

Croissants for drinks-party portions on Joybuy

This pack of four croissants is one option for planning drinks-party portions. Check the current packaging if sourdough or serving them warm is important to your choice.

g'woon butter croissants, 4 pieces, 180 g

g'woon butter croissants, 4 pieces (180 g)

For anyone who wants to share four croissants among their drinks-party guests. The pack contains 4 croissants, weighing 180 g in total. Check the packaging for ingredients and preparation instructions if sourdough or serving them warm matters to you.

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Frequently asked questions

Does sourdough mean a croissant contains no yeast?

No, not in the bake-at-home croissants from Albert Heijn and PLUS: their ingredients lists include both sourdough and yeast. Check the full list if you’re looking for croissants risen exclusively with sourdough.

Are mini croissants automatically sourdough croissants too?

No, mini describes the size, not how the dough is risen. Check the packaging of Lidl’s mini butter croissants to see whether sourdough is listed as an ingredient.

How should I prepare the Albert Heijn and PLUS bake-at-home croissants for a drinks party?

The Albert Heijn and PLUS product information recommends baking these croissants at 200 °C for 4–6 minutes. PLUS also recommends 4 minutes in a preheated air fryer at 180 °C. Always follow the instructions on the current packaging.

Where can I find allergen information for a loose croissant?

If the allergen information isn’t displayed, ask the seller for it before buying. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says this information must also be made available to consumers for unpackaged products.

Does every Dutch croissant contain iodised baker’s salt?

No. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bakers aren’t required to use baker’s salt. Check the ingredients of the croissant in question or ask the baker if the type of salt used matters to your choice.