Croissant
Medium GI
GL 16.2 per piece (57 g) · GL 28.4 per 100 g
- Moderate protein content
- High glycemic load (30)
Croissant has a glycemic index of 67 (Moderate). One piece (57 g) adds a glycemic load of 16.2.
Reviewed Jul 31, 2026 · Sources: USDA FoodData Central #174987 , Logi Nutrition Team · Not medical advice · Report an error
Instead of this
- GL 0.3 per 100 g It has a significantly lower glycemic impact and provides healthy fats instead of saturated fats.
Almond flour - GL 29.3 per 100 g It offers a much lower glycemic response and higher fiber content, which helps manage blood sugar levels.
Whole grain rye crispbread - GL 2.7 per 100 g These are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and fiber, lacking the refined carbohydrates found in croissants.
Flaxseed crackers
Forms of Croissant
- GI 65 · GL 18 per 100 g hamcheese
Ham and cheese croissant - Sugar-free chocolate croissantGI 55 · GL 21 per 100 g chocolatesugar free
- GI 55 · GL 23 per 100 g whole
Whole grain croissant - GI 70 · GL 34 per 100 g chocolate
Chocolate croissant - GI 65 · GL 36 per 100 g yeastwith jam
Danish pastry with plum jam - GI 65 · GL 39 per 100 g shortcrust pastrywith jam
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Portions
| Portion | Grams | GL |
|---|---|---|
| 1 croissant, small | 42 g | 11.9 |
| 1 croissant, medium | 57 g | 16.2 |
| 1 croissant, large | 67 g | 19 |
Nutrition Facts (per 100g)
per 100g
| Calories | 406 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 45 g |
| Sugars (Total) | 8 g |
| Natural | 2 g |
| Added | 6 g |
| Fiber | 2.6 g |
| Soluble | 0.8 g |
| Insoluble | 1.8 g |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Fat | 21 g |
| Saturated | 13 g |
| Unsaturated | 7 g |
| Sodium | 370 mg |
Processing Level
Why this score?
- Moderate protein content
- Contains some dietary fiber
- High glycemic load (30)
- High saturated fat content
- Refined flour base
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the glycemic index of Croissant?
Croissant has a glycemic index of 67 (Moderate). One piece (57 g) has a glycemic load of 16.2; per 100 g the glycemic load is 28.4.
Is Croissant good for people with insulin resistance?
Croissant has a medium glycemic index (67). It fits in moderation, ideally with protein or fat; a lower-load alternative is Almond flour.
Which form of Croissant has the lowest glycemic load?
Among the forms of Croissant in this database, Ham and cheese croissant has the lowest glycemic load (18 per 100 g).
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