Calorie comparison
Croissant vs Sourdough Bread
Per 100 grams, sourdough bread is the lighter choice by 117 calories, while sourdough bread delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Croissant | Sourdough Bread |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 406 | 289 |
| Protein | 8 g | 12 g |
| Carbs | 46 g | 56 g |
| Fat | 21 g | 1.8 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🥐 Croissant
1 croissant (57 g)
231 cal
4.6 g protein · 26.2 g carbs · 12 g fat
🍞 Sourdough Bread
1 slice (36 g)
104 cal
4.3 g protein · 20.2 g carbs · 0.6 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, croissant or sourdough bread?
Per 100 g, croissant has 406 calories and sourdough bread has 289. Sourdough Bread is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, croissant or sourdough bread?
Croissant has 8 g of protein per 100 g; sourdough bread has 12 g. Sourdough Bread wins on protein.
Is croissant or sourdough bread better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward sourdough bread — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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