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Sauced croissant Calories
Buttery pastry with sweet sauce
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Sauced croissant (80 g) has 356 calories. That works out to 445 calories per 100 g. It contains 42.2 g of carbs, 5.2 g of protein, 19 g of fat and 1.7 g of fiber. Its 0.3 mg of B1 covers 25% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 65 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Sauced croissant Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 80 g
356
KCAL / 80G
Carbs
42.2g
· 15% DV
Protein
5.2g
· 10% DV
Fat
19g
· 24% DV
Fiber
1.7g
· 6% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 47% · Protein 6% · Fat 47%
Sauced croissant nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (80 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 356 kcal | |
| Total fat | 19 g | 24% |
| Saturated fat | 10.56 g | 53% |
| Trans fat | 0.36 g | |
| Sodium | 312 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 42.2 g | 15% |
| Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% |
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% |
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 Sauced croissant?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 80 g | 356 kcal |
| 1 piece (mini) | 45 g | 200 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 65 g | 289 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 80 g | 356 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 445 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 110 g | 490 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 145 g | 645 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 160 g | 712 kcal |
Calculated from 445 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sauced croissant
What is a sauced croissant?
A sauced croissant is a buttery croissant served with sweet sauce drizzled over it or alongside it. There is no single fixed recipe: chocolate, caramel, and fruit sauces are common choices.
How do you make a sauced croissant at home?
Warm a plain croissant briefly, then drizzle your chosen sweet sauce over it just before serving. Adding the sauce at the last moment helps keep the pastry crisp instead of letting it absorb moisture.
Which sauces go well with a sauced croissant?
Chocolate, caramel, and berry sauces all work well on a sauced croissant. Chocolate makes it richer, while a tart berry sauce balances the buttery pastry with a brighter, less sweet flavor.
Why does sauce slide off a sauced croissant?
Sauce can slide off a sauced croissant when the pastry is very warm, flaky, or coated with a slick glaze. Let the croissant cool slightly and use a thicker sauce so it clings better.
Should you add sauce to a croissant before or after baking?
Add sauce to a sauced croissant after baking, not before. Baking can scorch sugary sauces, and sauce added too early may soak into the layers; warm the pastry first and drizzle just before serving.
How do you keep a sauced croissant from getting soggy?
To keep a sauced croissant crisp, serve the sauce on the side or drizzle it on immediately before eating. Leaving the pastry covered in sauce allows moisture to soften its delicate, flaky layers.
What should you serve with a sauced croissant?
Serve a sauced croissant with unsweetened coffee or tea to balance its rich, sweet topping. Fresh berries also make a good side, especially when the sauce is chocolate or caramel.
How should you store leftover sauced croissant?
Store a leftover sauced croissant in a covered container in the refrigerator if its sauce contains cream or dairy. The pastry will lose crispness as it sits, so it tastes best freshly made.
Can you freeze a sauced croissant?
You can freeze a sauced croissant, but thawing may make both the pastry and topping less appealing. For better texture, freeze the croissant without sauce, reheat it after thawing, and add the sauce just before serving.
Can you make a savory sauced croissant?
Yes, you can make a savory version of a sauced croissant with a sauce such as pesto or a mild cheese sauce. That changes the usual sweet style, so choose a plain croissant rather than one with a sweet filling.
Sauced croissant Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.3mg · 25% DV
B2
0.22mg · 17% DV
B3
2.48mg · 16% DV
Folate
59.2µg · 15% DV
Minerals
Selenium
14µg · 25% DV
Manganese
0.34mg · 15% DV
Sodium
312mg · 14% DV
Phosphorus
75mg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
102mg · 3% DV
Sauced croissant Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Sauced croissant
To burn the 356 calories in 1 piece (medium) (80 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 Sauced croissant?
A sauced croissant pairs the familiar French-style, flaky, buttery pastry with a sweet sauce, either added over the top or served with it. The sauce can vary, so sweetness and flavour depend on how it is prepared; it is not one fixed traditional recipe.
Its crisp outer layers and soft centre make it a popular bakery or café choice, often eaten at breakfast or with coffee, and served as a sweeter treat when sauced. It is rich in refined carbohydrates and fat, so it is energy-dense rather than a particularly filling source of protein or fibre. For a lighter-feeling snack, share one or have it with plain coffee or unsweetened tea.
How Nutritious Is Sauced 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 Sauced 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 Sauced croissant Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Sauced 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
Sauced croissant Fat Profile
SATURATED
10.56g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.88g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.16g
Omega 6:3 ratio 15.1:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (15.1:1).
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