What are Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries food comparisons?

Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries food comparisons help you understand the nutritional differences between similar foods in this category. We have 20 comparisons available to help you make better choices for blood sugar management.

How do I use these food comparisons for diabetes management?

Each comparison shows two foods side-by-side with their Blood Sugar Impact (BSI), carbohydrates, sugars, fiber, fat, and protein content. Look for foods with lower BSI scores and higher fiber content for better blood sugar control.

What does the Blood Sugar Impact (BSI) score mean?

BSI is our proprietary score that predicts how much a food will raise your blood sugar. Lower scores (closer to 0) indicate minimal impact, while higher scores suggest the food may cause larger blood sugar spikes. This helps diabetics choose foods that support stable glucose levels.

How should I interpret the nutritional information in these comparisons?

Focus on foods with higher fiber and protein content, as these nutrients help slow glucose absorption. Compare carbohydrate and sugar content between similar foods to identify better options. The color-coding helps you quickly identify foods with higher or lower nutrient levels.

Can I create my own food comparisons?

Yes! Use our comparison tool to compare any two foods in our database. This is especially helpful when you want to compare foods from different categories or find alternatives to foods that spike your blood sugar.

How often should I use food comparisons in my meal planning?

Food comparisons are most helpful when you're trying to choose between similar foods or looking for alternatives to foods that affect your blood sugar. Use them when grocery shopping, meal planning, or when you want to understand why certain foods work better for your diabetes management.

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Lemon Roll vs Glutino, Gluten Free Toaster Pastry, Strawberry, Strawberry

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Lemon Roll Food 1 Food 1 • MEZONOS MAVEN BAKERY, INC. Lemon Roll	39.2	300	50.0	40.0	—	10.0	2.5
Glutino, Glu... Food 2 Food 2 • FIRST TOUCH SPORTS, INC. Glutino, Gluten Free Toaster Pastry, Strawberry, Strawberry	68.7	339	64.5	29.0	8.1	9.7	1.6

Apricot Rugelach vs Large Croissants

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Apricot Ruge... Food 1 Food 1 • ZARO'S BAKERY Apricot Rugelach	24.5	393	46.4	10.7	—	28.6	7.1
Large Croiss... Food 2 Food 2 • SMART & FINAL IRIS CORPORATION Large Croissants	50.1	324	38.0	5.6	1.4	15.5	7.0

Honey Raisin Bran Muffins, Honey Raisin Bran vs Frosted Appletastic Flavored Crisps, Frosted Appletastic

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Honey Raisin... Food 1 Food 1 • SMART & FINAL IRIS CORPORATION Honey Raisin Bran Muffins, Honey Raisin Bran	90.3	253	47.5	25.3	1.0	7.1	4.0
Frosted Appl... Food 2 Food 2 • THE KELLOGG COMPANY Frosted Appletastic Flavored Crisps, Frosted Appletastic	41.0	429	78.6	28.6	3.6	10.7	3.6

Empanadas, Strawberry Filled vs Banana Nut Muffin, Banana Nut

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Empanadas, S... Food 1 Food 1 • OLE MEXICAN FOODS, INC. Empanadas, Strawberry Filled	81.4	353	50.6	11.8	1.2	15.3	3.5
Banana Nut M... Food 2 Food 2 • INTERNATIONAL DELIGHTS Banana Nut Muffin, Banana Nut	100.0	385	43.9	25.4	0.8	20.8	4.6

Bavarian Creme Filled Paczki, Bavarian Creme vs Breakfast Muffin, Double Chocolate

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Bavarian Cre... Food 1 Food 1 • MAPLEHURST BAKERIES, LLC Bavarian Creme Filled Paczki, Bavarian Creme	97.0	308	42.5	16.7	0.8	12.5	5.8
Breakfast Mu... Food 2 Food 2 • NUTRISYSTEM, INC. Breakfast Muffin, Double Chocolate	32.8	298	47.4	15.8	17.5	8.8	12.3

Mini Muffins, Chocolate vs Frosted Strawberry Toaster Pastries, Frosted Strawberry

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mini Muffins... Food 1 Food 1 • SCHNUCK MARKETS, INC. Mini Muffins, Chocolate	38.3	380	42.0	24.0	2.0	20.0	6.0
Frosted Stra... Food 2 Food 2 • THE KELLOGG COMPANY Frosted Strawberry Toaster Pastries, Frosted Strawberry	100.0	385	72.9	31.3	1.0	9.4	3.1

Cinnamon Sugar Flavored Pretzel Toaster Pastries, Cinnamon Sugar vs Pumpkin Muffins, Pumpkin

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cinnamon Sug... Food 1 Food 1 • THE KELLOGG COMPANY Cinnamon Sugar Flavored Pretzel Toaster Pastries, Cinnamon Sugar	100.0	406	67.7	28.1	1.0	13.5	4.2
Pumpkin Muff... Food 2 Food 2 • MEIJER, INC. Pumpkin Muffins, Pumpkin	90.7	345	42.5	21.2	0.9	17.7	4.4

Carrot Raisin Walnut Muffins, Carrot Raisin Walnut vs Mantecadas Premium Mexican Pastries, Mantecadas

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Carrot Raisi... Food 1 Food 1 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Carrot Raisin Walnut Muffins, Carrot Raisin Walnut	83.1	343	45.5	27.3	2.0	16.2	5.1
Mantecadas P... Food 2 Food 2 • AZTECA BAKERIES INC. Mantecadas Premium Mexican Pastries, Mantecadas	42.1	397	48.5	26.5	—	19.8	6.6

Cranberry Orange Mini Muffins vs Universal Bakery, Chocolate Swirl

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cranberry Or... Food 1 Food 1 • SIMPLY BALANCED Cranberry Orange Mini Muffins	53.1	482	51.8	28.6	1.8	26.8	5.4
Universal Ba... Food 2 Food 2 • Z O Z GROUP INC. Universal Bakery, Chocolate Swirl	26.8	400	56.0	24.0	—	18.0	8.0

Vanilla Sugar Cannoli Crisps, Vanilla Sugar vs Sugar Cookie Flavored Toaster Pastries, Sugar Cookie

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Vanilla Suga... Food 1 Food 1 • ARTUSO PASTRY FOODS CORPORATION Vanilla Sugar Cannoli Crisps, Vanilla Sugar	24.9	423	53.9	15.4	3.8	19.2	7.7
Sugar Cookie... Food 2 Food 2 • THE KELLOGG COMPANY Sugar Cookie Flavored Toaster Pastries, Sugar Cookie	100.0	396	70.8	27.1	1.0	10.4	4.2

Frosted Toaster Treats, Cookies And Creme vs Mrs. Freshley's, Swiss Rolls, Creme Filled Chocolate Cakes

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Frosted Toas... Food 1 Food 1 • THE KROGER CO. Frosted Toaster Treats, Cookies And Creme	70.2	385	71.2	32.7	1.9	9.6	5.8
Mrs. Freshle... Food 2 Food 2 • FLOWERS FOODS, INC. Mrs. Freshley's, Swiss Rolls, Creme Filled Chocolate Cakes	62.2	351	57.9	42.1	1.8	14.0	3.5

Frosted Toaster Tarts vs Frosted Toaster Pastries Variety Pack, Strawberry, Cherry, Blueberry

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Frosted Toas... Food 1 Food 1 • THE MORAN GROUP INCORPORATED Frosted Toaster Tarts	70.2	385	71.2	32.7	1.9	9.6	5.8
Frosted Toas... Food 2 Food 2 • SAFEWAY, INC. Frosted Toaster Pastries Variety Pack, Strawberry, Cherry, Blueberry	100.0	375	71.2	38.5	1.0	8.7	2.9

Muffins, Vanilla vs Chocolate Chip Muff'n Stix, Chocolate Chip

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Muffins, Van... Food 1 Food 1 • ROMA FOOD GROUP, INC. Muffins, Vanilla	69.7	329	42.4	23.5	—	16.5	3.5
Chocolate Ch... Food 2 Food 2 • HOSTESS BRANDS, LLC Chocolate Chip Muff'n Stix, Chocolate Chip	30.7	429	57.1	—	—	21.4	3.6

American Classic, Gourmet Muffin, Pineapple, Pineapple vs Carrot Muffins

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
American Cla... Food 1 Food 1 • FERNANDO'S BAKERY, INC. American Classic, Gourmet Muffin, Pineapple, Pineapple	50.0	342	45.6	21.1	—	15.8	7.0
Carrot Muffins Food 2 Food 2 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Carrot Muffins	78.8	364	43.4	23.2	2.0	19.2	5.1

Muffin, Blueberry vs Chocolate Creme Filled Sweet Baked Good Duo, Chocolate

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Muffin, Blue... Food 1 Food 1 • XIPHIAS Muffin, Blueberry	67.4	358	43.2	23.5	—	18.5	4.9
Chocolate Cr... Food 2 Food 2 • BIMBO BAKERIES USA, INC. Chocolate Creme Filled Sweet Baked Good Duo, Chocolate	100.0	395	59.7	36.3	1.6	15.3	4.0

Mini Muffins, Banana Nut vs Croissant With Chocolate Hazelnut Filling, Chocolate Hazelnut

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mini Muffins... Food 1 Food 1 • P & A Mini Muffins, Banana Nut	71.9	294	45.9	23.5	2.4	11.8	4.7
Croissant Wi... Food 2 Food 2 • LIDL Croissant With Chocolate Hazelnut Filling, Chocolate Hazelnut	41.5	479	47.9	20.8	2.1	29.2	6.3

Pastry With Hazelnut Filling, Hazelnut vs Raspberry Linzer Tarts, Raspberry

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pastry With ... Food 1 Food 1 • HEART MUSIC Pastry With Hazelnut Filling, Hazelnut	62.6	413	46.7	24.0	2.7	21.3	9.3
Raspberry Li... Food 2 Food 2 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Raspberry Linzer Tarts, Raspberry	36.5	452	61.3	29.0	—	22.6	3.2

Mini Glazed Cinnamon Rolls, Cinnamon vs Square Muffins, Banana Chocolate Chip

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mini Glazed ... Food 1 Food 1 • KINGSTON MARKETING CO Mini Glazed Cinnamon Rolls, Cinnamon	71.9	356	84.4	53.3	2.2	13.3	4.4
Square Muffi... Food 2 Food 2 • ALC ENTERPRISES INC Square Muffins, Banana Chocolate Chip	41.2	235	37.7	18.8	4.7	6.3	4.7

Hamentashen, Apricot vs Banana Love, Banana Muffins, Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Chip

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Hamentashen,... Food 1 Food 1 • S G F W BAKERS Hamentashen, Apricot	30.6	484	51.6	22.6	—	25.8	3.2
Banana Love,... Food 2 Food 2 • BLUE SKY ENTERTAINMENT, INC. Banana Love, Banana Muffins, Chocolate Chip, Chocolate Chip	53.4	225	50.9	29.8	3.5	3.5	3.5

Frosted Cherry Flavored Toasted Pastries, Frosted Cherry vs Pastries With Icing Packets, Strawberry

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Frosted Cher... Food 1 Food 1 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Frosted Cherry Flavored Toasted Pastries, Frosted Cherry	70.4	385	71.2	30.8	1.9	9.6	3.9
Pastries Wit... Food 2 Food 2 • WEIS MARKETS, INC. Pastries With Icing Packets, Strawberry	50.4	333	50.0	24.1	1.9	13.0	5.6

Croissants, Sweet Rolls, Muffins & Other Pastries Comparisons For Diabetics