Fast foods, croissant, with egg, cheese, and sausage
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A flaky, buttery croissant sandwich stuffed with a savory combination of scrambled or fried egg, melted cheese, and a savory sausage link or patty. The experience is a rich contrast of textures: the shatteringly crisp, layered pastry giving way to soft, savory fillings. Nutritionally, it's a calorie-dense meal, packing over 20g of fat per 100g primarily from the croissant's butter and the cheese and sausage.
Calorie split: 16% protein · 21% carbs · 64% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People adore it for the ultimate comfort-food combination: the luxurious, buttery crunch of a fresh croissant perfectly complementing the salty, savory, and creamy fillings. It's a beloved, portable breakfast or brunch staple that feels both indulgent and satisfying.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The high fat, calorie, and likely sodium content can be a concern for those monitoring heart health or calorie intake. To counteract, consider sharing the sandwich or pairing it with a large side salad or fresh fruit to increase volume and fiber without excessive calories. Choosing a lower-fat cheese or sausage can also help.
Key benefits
- High in protein for satiety and muscle support
- Provides quick energy from carbohydrates
- Good source of calcium from cheese
- Contains B vitamins from eggs and sausage
- Offers a complete, balanced meal in one handheld item
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
The modern croissant's laminated dough technique was actually refined in Vienna, Austria, before being perfected and popularized in France.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 48.1 g |
| Energy | 308 kcal |
| Energy | 1289 kj |
| Protein | 12.1 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 21.8 g |
| Ash | 2.1 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 15.9 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 1.8 g |
| Total Sugars | 3.1 g |
| Sucrose | 0.00 g |
| Glucose | 0.95 g |
| Fructose | 0.90 g |
| Lactose | 0.64 g |
| Maltose | 0.63 g |
| Galactose | 0.00 g |
| Starch | 12.8 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 90.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 1.6 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 17.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 138 mg |
| Potassium, K | 158 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 577 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 1.1 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.07 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.18 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 24.8 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 0.10 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.24 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.37 mg |
| Niacin | 2.8 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.75 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.16 mg |
| Folate, total | 50.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 34.0 ug |
| Folate, food | 17.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 74.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 84.0 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.51 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 173 ug |
| Retinol | 170 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 29.0 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 8.0 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 622 iu |
| Lycopene | 0.00 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 336 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 1.5 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Tocopherol, beta | 0.06 mg |
| Tocopherol, gamma | 1.3 mg |
| Tocopherol, delta | 0.21 mg |
| Tocotrienol, alpha | 0.44 mg |
| Tocotrienol, beta | 0.20 mg |
| Tocotrienol, gamma | 0.57 mg |
| Tocotrienol, delta | 0.16 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 27.0 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.70 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 1.8 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 8.3 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.05 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.04 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.03 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.07 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.08 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.39 g |
| SFA 15:0 | 0.03 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 5.8 g |
| SFA 17:0 | 0.06 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 1.8 g |
| SFA 20:0 | 0.05 g |
| SFA 22:0 | 0.02 g |
| SFA 24:0 | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 7.8 g |
| MUFA 14:1 | 0.02 g |
| MUFA 15:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.27 g |
| MUFA 16:1 c | 0.26 g |
| MUFA 17:1 | 0.03 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 7.4 g |
| MUFA 18:1 c | 7.3 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.11 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 c | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 4.2 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 3.8 g |
| PUFA 18:2 n-6 c,c | 3.7 g |
| PUFA 18:2 CLAs | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.19 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-3 c,c,c (ALA) | 0.18 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 18:3i | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c | 0.07 g |
| PUFA 20:3 | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-3 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-6 | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.09 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:4 | 0.02 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.01 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.01 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans | 0.15 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-monoenoic | 0.11 g |
| TFA 16:1 t | 0.01 g |
| TFA 18:1 t | 0.10 g |
| TFA 22:1 t | 0.00 g |
| TFA 18:2 t not further defined | 0.04 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-polyenoic | 0.04 g |
| Cholesterol | 123 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
| Tryptophan | 0.11 g |
| Threonine | 0.46 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.55 g |
| Leucine | 0.93 g |
| Lysine | 0.61 g |
| Methionine | 0.29 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.54 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.34 g |
| Valine | 0.66 g |
| Arginine | 0.62 g |
| Histidine | 0.33 g |
| Alanine | 0.59 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.98 g |
| Glutamic acid | 2.4 g |
| Glycine | 0.50 g |
| Proline | 1.1 g |
| Serine | 0.56 g |
| Hydroxyproline | 0.10 g |
FAQ
Is this a healthy breakfast option?
While delicious, it's high in saturated fat and calories. It can be part of a balanced diet occasionally, but for a healthier daily choice, consider a whole-grain English muffin with egg and lean turkey sausage.
How does the nutrition compare to a bagel sandwich?
A croissant sandwich typically has more fat (from butter) but fewer total carbohydrates than a large bagel. The protein content is similar if using comparable fillings.
Can I make a lighter version at home?
Absolutely. Use a whole-wheat croissant or thin-sliced bread, opt for egg whites or a whole egg, choose reduced-fat cheese, and select a lean chicken or turkey sausage patty.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 3.08 kcal/g · 16% calories from protein · 1.8 g fiber · 3.1 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 3.65 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.