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Sesame Cheese Croissant Calories

Buttery pastry with cheese and sesame

CALORIES · 100 G

410kcal

GI

55medium

POTASSIUM · 100 G

155mg

FIBER · 100 G

2.1g

Quick answer

1 piece (medium) of Sesame Cheese Croissant (85 g) has 349 calories. That works out to 410 calories per 100 g. It contains 29.6 g of carbs, 8.7 g of protein, 22.4 g of fat and 1.8 g of fiber. Its 20.4 µg of Selenium covers 37% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.

Sesame Cheese Croissant Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 85 g

349

KCAL / 85G

Carbs

29.6g

· 11% DV

Protein

8.7g

· 17% DV

Fat

22.4g

· 29% DV

Fiber

1.8g

· 6% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 33% · Protein 10% · Fat 57%

Sesame Cheese Croissant nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (85 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories349 kcal
Total fat22.4 g29%
Saturated fat11.22 g56%
Trans fat0.38 g
Sodium519 mg23%
Total carbohydrate29.6 g11%
Fiber1.8 g6%
Protein8.7 g17%

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 Sesame Cheese Croissant?

ServingAmountCalories
1 piece (medium)85 g349 kcal
1 piece (mini)40 g164 kcal
½ piece (half)43 g176 kcal
1 piece (small)60 g246 kcal
100 g100 g410 kcal
1 piece (large)110 g451 kcal
1 piece (jumbo)140 g574 kcal
2 piece (double)170 g697 kcal

Calculated from 410 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Sesame Cheese Croissant

What is in a Sesame Cheese Croissant?

A Sesame Cheese Croissant is made with layered, buttery croissant dough, cheese, and sesame seeds. The cheese may be enclosed in the dough or added as a topping, so the exact filling and texture vary between bakeries.

What cheese works best in a Sesame Cheese Croissant?

A cheese that melts smoothly works well in a Sesame Cheese Croissant. Mild cheddar, mozzarella, or a similar melting cheese are common choices, while a sharper or saltier cheese gives the filling a more pronounced flavor.

How do you reheat a Sesame Cheese Croissant without making it soggy?

Reheat a Sesame Cheese Croissant in an oven or toaster oven to help restore its crisp exterior. A microwave warms it quickly but can make the pastry soft; heat it just until the center is warm and the cheese loosens.

Can you freeze a Sesame Cheese Croissant?

Yes, you can freeze a Sesame Cheese Croissant once it has cooled completely. Wrap it well to limit freezer burn, then thaw it and warm it in an oven for a crisper result than you would get from microwaving.

How should you store a Sesame Cheese Croissant?

Store a Sesame Cheese Croissant in an airtight container after it cools. Because it contains cheese, refrigerate it if you are keeping it beyond the day it was baked, and reheat it before serving for a better pastry texture.

Is a Sesame Cheese Croissant different from a regular cheese croissant?

Yes, a Sesame Cheese Croissant has sesame seeds on its crust, adding a toasted, nutty taste and a little crunch. A regular cheese croissant may have a similar pastry and filling but does not necessarily include sesame.

How do you make a Sesame Cheese Croissant at home?

To make a Sesame Cheese Croissant at home, add a modest amount of melting cheese to croissant dough, shape and proof it, then brush the outside and sprinkle on sesame seeds before baking. Ready-made dough makes preparation simpler.

What goes well with a Sesame Cheese Croissant?

A Sesame Cheese Croissant pairs well with fresh fruit, sliced tomatoes, or a simple salad, which balance its rich pastry and savory filling. For breakfast, serve it with coffee or tea rather than adding another heavy pastry.

Why do sesame seeds fall off a Sesame Cheese Croissant?

Sesame seeds can fall off a Sesame Cheese Croissant when the dough surface is dry or the seeds are added after baking. Brushing the unbaked pastry with egg wash or milk helps the seeds adhere during baking.

Does a Sesame Cheese Croissant make a filling breakfast?

A Sesame Cheese Croissant can make a satisfying breakfast because its pastry and cheese provide a substantial bite. It is not especially rich in fiber, so pairing it with fruit or vegetables can make the meal more sustaining.

Sesame Cheese Croissant Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

B1

0.27mg · 23% DV

Biotin

6.12µg · 20% DV

B2

0.25mg · 19% DV

Vitamin A

161.5µg · 18% DV

Minerals

Selenium

20µg · 36% DV

Phosphorus

183mg · 26% DV

Sodium

519mg · 23% DV

Manganese

0.44mg · 19% DV

Potassium ⭐

132mg · 4% DV

Sesame Cheese Croissant Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

55
Medium
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

16.2
Medium

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Sesame Cheese Croissant

To burn the 349 calories in 1 piece (medium) (85 g):

🚶

86min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

36min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

47min

Cycling

🏊

41min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Sesame Cheese Croissant?

A sesame cheese croissant combines flaky, butter-enriched dough with cheese, finished with sesame on top or in the filling. It is a savoury variation on the croissant, the crescent-shaped pastry closely associated with French baking. The layers bake crisp and golden outside while staying tender within; cheese brings a salty, savoury note and sesame a toasted edge.

It works as a quick breakfast, bakery snack or light lunch, often eaten warm with coffee or tea. The pastry is energy-dense, with fat and carbohydrates making up much of its nutritional character and cheese adding some protein. For a less rich meal, serve it with fruit or a simple salad rather than adding another buttery side.

How Nutritious Is Sesame Cheese Croissant?

Nutrient density

Medium

36/ 100

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

26/ 100

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 Sesame Cheese 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 Sesame Cheese Croissant Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten yes
Dairy yes
Eggs yes
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame yes

Which Diets Is Sesame Cheese 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

Sesame Cheese Croissant Fat Profile

SATURATED

11.22g

MONOUNSATURATED

6.46g

POLYUNSATURATED

3.32g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 23.5:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (23.5:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.