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Pistachio Danish pastry Calories
Sweet laminated pastry with pistachio filling or topping
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Pistachio Danish pastry (95 g) has 409 calories. That works out to 430 calories per 100 g. It contains 43.5 g of carbs, 6.8 g of protein, 23.4 g of fat and 2.2 g of fiber. Its 11.4 µg of Selenium covers 21% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 58 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Pistachio Danish pastry Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 95 g
409
KCAL / 95G
Carbs
43.5g
· 16% DV
Protein
6.8g
· 14% DV
Fat
23.4g
· 30% DV
Fiber
2.2g
· 8% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 42% · Protein 7% · Fat 51%
Pistachio Danish pastry nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (95 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 409 kcal | |
| Total fat | 23.4 g | 30% |
| Saturated fat | 10.64 g | 53% |
| Trans fat | 0.27 g | |
| Sodium | 323 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 43.5 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 2.2 g | 8% |
| Protein | 6.8 g | 14% |
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 Pistachio Danish pastry?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 95 g | 409 kcal |
| 0.25 piece (quarter) | 24 g | 103 kcal |
| ½ piece (half) | 48 g | 206 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 65 g | 280 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 430 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 130 g | 559 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 150 g | 645 kcal |
| 1 serving (double) | 160 g | 688 kcal |
Calculated from 430 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pistachio Danish pastry
What is a pistachio Danish pastry?
A pistachio Danish pastry is a sweet, flaky yeast pastry filled with pistachio paste or cream, often finished with chopped pistachios or icing. Bakeries vary the filling, shape and topping, so the name does not describe one fixed recipe.
How do you make a pistachio Danish pastry?
A pistachio Danish pastry is made by folding butter into yeast dough in layers, shaping the dough around a pistachio filling, then proofing and baking it. Chilling the dough between folds helps preserve the flaky layers; ready-made puff pastry is a quicker shortcut.
What is the difference between a pistachio Danish pastry and a pistachio croissant?
A pistachio Danish pastry is usually shaped to hold a visible filling or topping, while a pistachio croissant keeps the familiar crescent shape and is often filled after baking. Both can use laminated dough, but their shapes and bakery traditions differ.
Does a pistachio Danish pastry contain real pistachios?
Not always. A pistachio Danish pastry may use ground pistachios or pistachio paste, but some fillings rely on flavoring, coloring or other nuts. The appearance alone cannot confirm the ingredients, so ask the bakery if you need to know what its filling contains.
How should you store a pistachio Danish pastry?
Keep a pistachio Danish pastry in an airtight container and eat it while the pastry is fresh. If it contains a perishable cream filling, refrigerate it; the cold can soften the layers, so briefly warming it in an oven helps restore some crispness.
Can you freeze a pistachio Danish pastry?
Yes, you can freeze a pistachio Danish pastry, ideally before adding fresh cream or delicate icing. Wrap it tightly to protect it from freezer odors, thaw it, then warm it briefly in the oven. The filling and topping may be less smooth after thawing.
Why is a pistachio Danish pastry called Danish if the pastry has Austrian roots?
The name reflects Denmark's version of laminated sweet pastry, not the earliest origin of the technique. Danish bakers adopted methods associated with Viennese baking and developed their own styles; pistachio is a modern filling variation rather than a traditional defining ingredient.
How do you keep a pistachio Danish pastry from getting soggy?
Let a pistachio Danish pastry cool before storing it, and avoid sealing it while warm, when trapped steam softens the layers. For the crispiest result, store it briefly at room temperature and reheat it in an oven rather than a microwave.
What goes well with a pistachio Danish pastry?
Coffee, black tea or unsweetened tea balances the sweetness of a pistachio Danish pastry. Fresh berries or plain yogurt also make a lighter accompaniment, while extra sweet toppings can make the pastry taste overly rich.
Can people with diabetes eat a pistachio Danish pastry?
A pistachio Danish pastry can raise blood glucose because its dough and filling may contain refined flour and added sugar. If you have diabetes, consider it within your personal meal plan; ask your clinician or dietitian for advice tailored to your medication and glucose targets.
Pistachio Danish pastry Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
171µg · 19% DV
B1
0.21mg · 18% DV
Biotin
4.75µg · 16% DV
B3
2.28mg · 14% DV
Minerals
Selenium
11µg · 20% DV
Manganese
0.32mg · 14% DV
Sodium
323mg · 14% DV
Phosphorus
90mg · 13% DV
Potassium ⭐
128mg · 4% DV
Pistachio Danish pastry Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Pistachio Danish pastry
To burn the 409 calories in 1 piece (medium) (95 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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What is Pistachio Danish pastry?
Pistachio Danish pastry is a sweet, layered pastry made from laminated dough, filled with pistachio cream or topped with pistachios. Danish-style pastries became a bakery staple in Denmark and are now found in cafés and bakeries around the world.
The outside is often crisp and flaky, with a soft, buttery centre and a nutty pistachio flavour. It is commonly enjoyed at breakfast or as a coffee-break treat; in Turkey, a bakery pastry like this also pairs naturally with tea. It is energy-dense, with 430 calories per 100 g, and provides more fat and carbohydrate than protein. Choose a smaller piece if you want a lighter snack, or serve it with unsweetened coffee or tea.
How Nutritious Is Pistachio Danish pastry?
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 Pistachio Danish pastry 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 Pistachio Danish pastry Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Pistachio Danish pastry 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
Pistachio Danish pastry Fat Profile
SATURATED
10.64g
MONOUNSATURATED
7.69g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.04g
Omega 6:3 ratio 34.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (34.5:1).
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