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Croissant with pistachio butter Calories
Energy-dense buttery pastry with pistachio butter filling/spread
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Croissant with pistachio butter (95 g) has 461 calories. That works out to 485 calories per 100 g. It contains 40.7 g of carbs, 8.7 g of protein, 29.8 g of fat and 2.9 g of fiber. Its 13.3 µg of Selenium covers 24% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Croissant with pistachio butter Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 95 g
461
KCAL / 95G
Carbs
40.7g
· 15% DV
Protein
8.7g
· 17% DV
Fat
29.8g
· 38% DV
Fiber
2.9g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 35% · Protein 7% · Fat 58%
Croissant with pistachio butter nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (95 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 461 kcal | |
| Total fat | 29.8 g | 38% |
| Saturated fat | 13.49 g | 67% |
| Trans fat | 0.38 g | |
| Sodium | 323 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 40.7 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% |
| Protein | 8.7 g | 17% |
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 Medium Croissant with pistachio butter?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 95 g | 461 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 48 g | 233 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 65 g | 315 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 90 g | 437 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 485 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 130 g | 631 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 140 g | 679 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 160 g | 776 kcal |
Calculated from 485 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Croissant with pistachio butter
What is a croissant with pistachio butter?
A croissant with pistachio butter is a flaky, buttery pastry filled with or topped with a pistachio-based spread. Bakeries may fill it before baking or pipe the spread into a baked croissant, so the texture and amount of filling can vary.
Is pistachio butter in a croissant the same as pistachio cream?
Not always. Pistachio butter usually refers to ground pistachios made into a paste, while pistachio cream often includes sugar, oil, or other ingredients for a sweeter, smoother filling. Bakeries use the terms differently, so the filling itself can vary.
How do you make a croissant with pistachio butter at home?
You can make a croissant with pistachio butter by splitting a baked croissant and spreading pistachio paste inside, or by piping it into the pastry. Using ready-made croissants is much simpler than making laminated dough from scratch.
How do you keep a croissant with pistachio butter from getting soggy?
Keep a croissant with pistachio butter in an airtight container and avoid sealing it while it is still warm, since trapped steam softens the pastry. For the crispiest texture, eat it fresh and warm it briefly in an oven rather than a microwave.
Can you freeze a croissant with pistachio butter?
Yes, you can freeze a croissant with pistachio butter in an airtight wrapping. Its flaky layers may lose some crispness after thawing, but letting it defrost and then warming it briefly in an oven helps restore the texture.
Should you heat a croissant with pistachio butter?
Yes, a croissant with pistachio butter can be gently warmed in an oven to bring back some crispness. Avoid overheating it, because the filling can become very hot; a microwave is quicker but tends to make the pastry soft.
What goes well with a croissant with pistachio butter?
Coffee or unsweetened tea pairs well with a croissant with pistachio butter because the drinks balance its rich, sweet filling. Fresh berries or sliced fruit also make a good side without adding another heavy pastry or dessert.
Is a croissant with pistachio butter good for breakfast?
Yes, a croissant with pistachio butter can be part of breakfast, especially when you want a rich pastry rather than a savoury meal. Pairing it with fruit or plain yogurt adds variety and makes the meal more filling.
Does a croissant with pistachio butter cause weight gain?
Eating a croissant with pistachio butter often or in large portions can make weight management harder because it is energy-dense. Having one occasionally as a treat is different from making it a regular, everyday breakfast.
Is a croissant with pistachio butter healthy?
A croissant with pistachio butter can provide some nutrients from pistachios, but its buttery pastry and rich filling make it more of a treat than an everyday staple. Choose it for enjoyment and rely on varied, less rich foods for regular meals.
Croissant with pistachio butter Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.27mg · 23% DV
Vitamin A
171µg · 19% DV
B3
2.76mg · 17% DV
B2
0.21mg · 16% DV
Minerals
Selenium
13µg · 24% DV
Copper
0.21mg · 23% DV
Manganese
0.43mg · 19% DV
Phosphorus
112mg · 16% DV
Sodium
323mg · 14% DV
Potassium ⭐
162mg · 5% DV
Croissant with pistachio butter Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Croissant with pistachio butter
To burn the 461 calories in 1 piece (medium) (95 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Croissant with pistachio butter?
Croissant with pistachio butter pairs a flaky, buttery croissant with a pistachio spread or filling. It builds on the French tradition of laminated pastries, while the pistachio adds a rich, nutty twist often found in contemporary bakery versions. The filling may be spread inside or layered through the pastry.
Enjoy it at breakfast or as a café treat with coffee or tea; warming it briefly can bring back a crisp exterior while keeping the centre tender. It is an energy-dense pastry, with some protein and fibre from the pistachio, rather than a light snack. For a less sweet-feeling breakfast, pair it with fresh fruit and an unsweetened drink.
How Nutritious Is Croissant with pistachio butter?
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 Croissant with pistachio butter 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 Croissant with pistachio butter Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Croissant with pistachio butter Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Croissant with pistachio butter Fat Profile
SATURATED
13.49g
MONOUNSATURATED
9.59g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.7g
Omega 6:3 ratio 42.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (42.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.