Croissants are light, buttery and delicious, but this does not mean they are good for you. Croissants have staggering nutritional numbers and should be eaten only sparingly.
Types
Croissants are available in a variety of different sweet fillings, including chocolate, strawberry and blueberry, and savory fillings including spinach and meat.
Size
A large croissant contains 270 calories, 130 calories from fat and 17 grams of fat and 6 grams of saturated fat.
Identification
Packaged croissants that are purchased in grocery stores in the United States may have trans fats, which are listed clearly on the nutrition label.
Considerations
Croissants are high in calories and saturated fat. Eating a slice of whole-wheat bread or whole-wheat english muffin is a healthier alternative to eating a croissant.
Warning
Bakeries and restaurants may place trans fat into their baked goods, including croissants, without warning.
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