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Nutella croissant Calories
A classic French croissant filled with Nutella, combining buttery pastry with chocolate-hazelnut spread.
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GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Nutella croissant (70 g) has 287 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 32.2 g of carbs, 4.3 g of protein, 14.7 g of fat and 1.6 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B2 covers 10% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Nutella croissant Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 70 g
287
KCAL / 70G
Carbs
32.2g
· 12% DV
Protein
4.3g
· 9% DV
Fat
14.7g
· 19% DV
Fiber
1.6g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 46% · Protein 6% · Fat 48%
Nutella croissant nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (70 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 287 kcal | |
| Total fat | 14.7 g | 19% |
| Saturated fat | 5.95 g | 30% |
| Trans fat | 0.14 g | |
| Sodium | 224 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 32.2 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 1.6 g | 6% |
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% |
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 Nutella croissant?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 70 g | 287 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 35 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 50 g | 205 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 60 g | 246 kcal |
| 1 piece (thick) | 85 g | 349 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 100 g | 410 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 120 g | 492 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 140 g | 574 kcal |
Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nutella croissant
How do you make a Nutella croissant?
A Nutella croissant is made by filling laminated, buttery croissant dough with Nutella and baking it. For an easier version, split a baked plain croissant and spread Nutella inside; this avoids handling pastry dough.
Can you bake Nutella inside a croissant?
Yes, you can bake Nutella inside croissant dough. Use a modest amount and seal the edges well, because the spread softens in the oven and may leak; adding it to a baked croissant is a less messy option.
How do you reheat a Nutella croissant?
Reheat a Nutella croissant briefly in a warm oven to bring back some crispness without making the pastry soggy. Let it cool for a few minutes before eating, since the filling can become very hot.
How should you store a Nutella croissant?
Store a Nutella croissant in an airtight container at room temperature and eat it the same day if possible. Refrigeration can soften the flaky pastry; freeze it instead if you need to keep it longer.
Can you freeze Nutella croissants?
Yes, Nutella croissants can be frozen. Let them cool, wrap them individually, and place them in an airtight container or freezer bag. Thaw before reheating briefly in the oven to improve the pastry’s texture.
What is the difference between a Nutella croissant and pain au chocolat?
A Nutella croissant contains chocolate-hazelnut spread, while pain au chocolat usually has chocolate batons baked inside the pastry. Pain au chocolat is a distinct French pastry, even though both are made with laminated dough.
What dough is used for a Nutella croissant?
A Nutella croissant uses laminated croissant dough, made by folding butter into yeasted dough to create layers. Puff pastry can work as a shortcut, but it does not have quite the same texture or flavor as classic croissant dough.
What goes well with a Nutella croissant?
Coffee, tea, or milk pairs well with a Nutella croissant. Fresh berries or sliced fruit add a tart contrast to the sweet filling, so the pastry can be served as part of breakfast or as a snack.
Is a Nutella croissant a traditional French pastry?
No, a Nutella croissant is a modern variation, not a traditional French croissant filling. The croissant itself is strongly associated with French baking, while Nutella is a later addition to the classic buttery pastry.
Can you eat a Nutella croissant cold?
Yes, a Nutella croissant can be eaten cold, straight from the bakery or after storage. The filling will feel firmer and the pastry less crisp than when warm, but reheating is only a matter of preference.
Nutella croissant Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B2
0.13mg · 10% DV
Vitamin E
1.26mg · 8% DV
Biotin
1.75µg · 6% DV
B3
0.84mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Sodium
224mg · 10% DV
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Selenium
4.55µg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
53mg · 8% DV
Potassium ⭐
98mg · 3% DV
Nutella croissant Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Nutella croissant
To burn the 287 calories in 1 piece (medium) (70 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 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 Nutella croissant?
A Nutella croissant pairs a buttery, laminated pastry with a filling of chocolate-hazelnut spread. It is a modern bakery take on the classic French croissant: crisp and flaky outside, softer within, with a rich, sweet centre. The filling makes it more dessert-like than a plain croissant, though it can still fit into breakfast or a snack.
In France and elsewhere, it is commonly enjoyed from a bakery with coffee; English-speaking readers may also find it at cafés or make it an occasional treat at home. It is energy-dense, with 410 calories per 100 g, and provides relatively little protein. For a lighter-feeling breakfast, have a smaller portion with fruit or share one alongside coffee.
How Nutritious Is Nutella 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 Nutella croissant Processed?
NOVA 4
Ultra-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 Nutella croissant Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Nutella croissant Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not 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
Nutella croissant Fat Profile
SATURATED
5.95g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.17g
Omega 6:3 ratio 49:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (49:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.