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Mini croissant Calories
French pastry, small size, buttery, flaky
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (mini) of Mini croissant (25 g) has 103 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 11 g of carbs, 1.8 g of protein, 5.5 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Mini croissant Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (mini) · 25 g
103
KCAL / 25G
Carbs
11g
· 4% DV
Protein
1.8g
· 4% DV
Fat
5.5g
· 7% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 44% · Protein 7% · Fat 49%
Mini croissant nutrition facts table · 1 piece (mini) (25 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 103 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5.5 g | 7% |
| Saturated fat | 3.25 g | 16% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 93 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Mini croissant?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (mini) | 25 g | 103 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 35 g | 144 kcal |
| 2 piece (mini) | 50 g | 205 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 50 g | 205 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 70 g | 287 kcal |
| 3 piece (mini) | 75 g | 308 kcal |
| 1 serving (mini) | 75 g | 308 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 125 g | 513 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Mini croissant
What is a mini croissant?
A mini croissant is a smaller version of the classic, flaky French pastry. It is usually made from layered, yeasted dough with butter, and may be sold plain or filled with ingredients such as chocolate.
What is the difference between a mini croissant and a regular croissant?
The main difference is size: a mini croissant is smaller and suited to bite-sized servings. Both can have the same buttery, laminated dough, though recipes and fillings vary between bakeries and packaged products.
How do you reheat a mini croissant?
Warm a mini croissant briefly in a low oven to refresh its crisp exterior without drying the inside. A microwave is quicker but tends to soften the flaky layers, so use it only if texture is not a priority.
How should you store mini croissants?
Keep mini croissants in an airtight container at room temperature and eat them soon for the best texture. Refrigeration can make the pastry firm and stale faster; discard any with mold or an unusual smell.
Can you freeze mini croissants?
Yes, mini croissants freeze well. Put them in a sealed freezer bag, then thaw them when needed and warm them in the oven to bring back some crispness. Freeze them promptly rather than after they have gone stale.
What do you serve with mini croissants?
Serve mini croissants with coffee or tea, or add them to a brunch spread with fruit, yogurt, eggs, or cheese. Their small size also makes them handy alongside both sweet spreads and savory toppings.
What fillings go well in mini croissants?
Chocolate, jam, cheese, and ham are common mini croissant fillings. Fillings vary by product, so check the ingredient information if you are avoiding a particular ingredient; plain croissants can also be sliced and filled at home.
How do you make mini croissants at home?
Make mini croissants by folding butter into yeasted dough to create thin layers, then shaping the dough into small crescents. The dough needs time to chill and rise before baking, so homemade versions take longer than simply reheating ready-made pastries.
Are mini croissants a healthy breakfast?
A mini croissant can fit into breakfast, but it is not especially filling on its own because the pastry is low in fiber and protein. Pair it with eggs, yogurt, or fruit for a more satisfying meal.
Are mini croissants suitable for children?
Yes, children can have mini croissants occasionally, but the name refers to their small size, not to a food made specifically for babies. For young children, break the pastry into manageable pieces and supervise them while they eat.
Mini croissant Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.05mg · 4% DV
Vitamin A
30µg · 3% DV
B1
0.04mg · 3% DV
B5
0.15mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Sodium
93mg · 4% DV
Selenium
1.75µg · 3% DV
Manganese
0.06mg · 3% DV
Phosphorus
16mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
28mg · 1% DV
Mini croissant Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Mini croissant
To burn the 103 calories in 1 piece (mini) (25 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Mini croissant?
A Mini croissant is a small version of the French crescent-shaped pastry, made from layered dough enriched with butter. Baking gives it a crisp, flaky outside and a tender centre, with a rich, gently buttery flavour. In France, croissants are a familiar breakfast pastry, often enjoyed plain alongside coffee; elsewhere, Mini croissants also work well with tea or as a small addition to a brunch spread.
Despite its size, it is an energy-dense pastry, providing 410 calories per 100 g. Serve it with fruit or yoghurt for a more varied breakfast, or enjoy one as a modest treat rather than treating its small size as a measure of its richness.
How Nutritious Is Mini croissant?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Mini croissant Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Mini croissant Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Mini croissant Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Mini croissant Fat Profile
SATURATED
3.25g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.63g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.55g
Omega 6:3 ratio 53:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (53:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.