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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Strawberry & Creme Flavored A Perfect Blend Of Fresh Strawberries Swirled In A Rich & Creamy Batter Topped With A Butter Streusel Muffins, Strawberry & Creme vs Brulee Rasp. White Choc. Cheesebar, Brulee Rasp. White Choc.

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Strawberry &... Food 1 Food 1 • WAL-MART STORES, INC. Strawberry & Creme Flavored A Perfect Blend Of Fresh Strawberries Swirled In A Rich & Creamy Batter Topped With A Butter Streusel Muffins, Strawberry & Creme	80.6	409	48.9	26.1	1.1	21.6	4.6
Brulee Rasp.... Food 2 Food 2 • SWEET STREET DESSERTS, INC. Brulee Rasp. White Choc. Cheesebar, Brulee Rasp. White Choc.	51.5	348	30.4	20.7	1.1	23.9	5.4

Sweet Strawberry Fields Rolls vs Mini Meringues, Vanilla

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Sweet Strawb... Food 1 Food 1 • JAMES SKINNER BAKING COMPANY Sweet Strawberry Fields Rolls	78.6	269	51.3	25.6	—	4.5	5.1
Mini Meringu... Food 2 Food 2 • ABB INSTALLATION PRODUCTS INC. Mini Meringues, Vanilla	17.6	400	90.0	90.0	—	—	10.0

Soft Pastry With Honey Swirls And Sweet Icing, Iced Honey Bun vs Protein Mini Muffins, Blueberry

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Soft Pastry ... Food 1 Food 1 • 7-ELEVEN, INC. Soft Pastry With Honey Swirls And Sweet Icing, Iced Honey Bun	100.0	394	54.7	29.4	1.2	17.1	5.3
Protein Mini... Food 2 Food 2 • BAKE CITY, LLC Protein Mini Muffins, Blueberry	28.4	368	39.5	23.7	—	18.4	13.2

Banana Nut Smartmuf'ns, Banana Nut vs Corn Muffin

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Banana Nut S... Food 1 Food 1 • SMART BAKING COMPANY Banana Nut Smartmuf'ns, Banana Nut	19.3	151	26.7	—	13.3	12.0	10.7
Corn Muffin Food 2 Food 2 • THE MUFFIN MAM INC. Corn Muffin	76.6	437	59.2	23.9	2.8	22.5	4.2

Cinnamon Pastry Bites vs Corn Muffin

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cinnamon Pas... Food 1 Food 1 • WHOLESOME HARVEST BAKING, LLC Cinnamon Pastry Bites	44.6	345	43.6	20.0	1.8	16.4	3.6
Corn Muffin Food 2 Food 2 • THE MUFFIN MAM INC. Corn Muffin	76.6	437	59.2	23.9	2.8	22.5	4.2

Blueberry Mini Muffins, Blueberry vs Organic Original Rolls

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Blueberry Mi... Food 1 Food 1 • MCKEE FOODS CORPORATION Blueberry Mini Muffins, Blueberry	54.5	354	58.3	39.6	—	12.5	4.2
Organic Orig... Food 2 Food 2 • SCHWARTZ BROTHERS BAKERY Organic Original Rolls	41.3	256	51.2	4.7	2.3	2.3	7.0

Mini Muffins, Chocolate Chip vs Chocolate Chip Flavored Streusel Mini Muffins, Chocolate Chip

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Mini Muffins... Food 1 Food 1 • HOSTESS BRANDS, LLC Mini Muffins, Chocolate Chip	44.1	413	52.2	32.6	2.2	21.7	4.4
Chocolate Ch... Food 2 Food 2 • WEIS MARKETS, INC. Chocolate Chip Flavored Streusel Mini Muffins, Chocolate Chip	100.0	402	50.8	30.3	1.6	20.5	—

Blueberry Mini Muffins vs Blueberry Southern Style Scones, Blueberry

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Blueberry Mi... Food 1 Food 1 • EARTHDOG Blueberry Mini Muffins	55.9	367	50.0	26.7	1.7	16.7	5.0
Blueberry So... Food 2 Food 2 • BROTHERS GERARD BAKING CO., LLC Blueberry Southern Style Scones, Blueberry	42.3	333	40.4	8.8	1.8	17.5	5.3

Frosted Maple Flavor Toaster Pastries, Frosted Maple vs Toaster Pastries, Wildberry Frosted

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Frosted Mapl... Food 1 Food 1 • THE KELLOGG COMPANY Frosted Maple Flavor Toaster Pastries, Frosted Maple	100.0	396	69.8	31.3	1.0	12.5	4.2
Toaster Past... Food 2 Food 2 • ASSOCIATED WHOLESALE GROCERS, INC. Toaster Pastries, Wildberry Frosted	70.4	385	71.2	32.7	1.9	9.6	3.9

Chocolate Chip Mini Muffins vs Hot Fudge Sundae Flavored Tasty Pastry, Hot Fudge Sundae

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chocolate Ch... Food 1 Food 1 • SIMPLY BALANCED Chocolate Chip Mini Muffins	53.0	482	51.8	28.6	1.8	28.6	5.4
Hot Fudge Su... Food 2 Food 2 • LEGENDARY FOODS LLC Hot Fudge Sundae Flavored Tasty Pastry, Hot Fudge Sundae	31.1	295	39.3	—	11.5	13.1	32.8

Toaster Pastries, Frosted S' Mores vs Premium Scones Mix, Cinnamon Raisin

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Toaster Past... Food 1 Food 1 • PRICE CHOPPER SUPERMARKETS Toaster Pastries, Frosted S' Mores	72.1	404	73.1	34.6	1.9	9.6	5.8
Premium Scon... Food 2 Food 2 • SFB SPECIALTY FOODS, INC. Premium Scones Mix, Cinnamon Raisin	48.9	283	47.2	15.1	—	6.6	5.7

Pawfect Choco Chip Mini Chocolate Flavored Paw Muffins, Pawfect Choco Chip vs Mixed Berry Braided Strudels, Mixed Berry

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Pawfect Choc... Food 1 Food 1 • FLOWERS FOODS, INC. Pawfect Choco Chip Mini Chocolate Flavored Paw Muffins, Pawfect Choco Chip	42.6	319	48.9	19.2	2.1	12.8	6.4
Mixed Berry ... Food 2 Food 2 • WEST COAST GROCERY COMPANY Mixed Berry Braided Strudels, Mixed Berry	83.3	321	40.4	14.7	0.9	16.5	3.7

Lemon Flavored Poppyseed Muffins vs Frosted Toaster Pastries

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Lemon Flavor... Food 1 Food 1 • TARGET Lemon Flavored Poppyseed Muffins	100.0	413	49.7	27.3	0.7	21.0	4.9
Frosted Toas... Food 2 Food 2 • NATURE'S PATH Frosted Toaster Pastries	100.0	404	73.1	34.6	1.9	9.6	5.8

Cream Puffs, Cream vs Whole Grain Frosted Brown Sugar Cinnamon Low Fat Toaster Pastries, Whole Grain Frosted Brown Sugar Cinnamon

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Cream Puffs,... Food 1 Food 1 • DIERBERG'S MARKETS, INC. Cream Puffs, Cream	30.3	385	26.2	15.4	1.5	29.2	4.6
Whole Grain ... Food 2 Food 2 • THE KELLOGG COMPANY Whole Grain Frosted Brown Sugar Cinnamon Low Fat Toaster Pastries, Whole Grain Frosted Brown Sugar Cinnamon	67.0	360	74.0	30.0	6.0	5.0	4.0

Banana Nut Muffins vs Double Chocolate Mini Scones, Double Chocolate

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Banana Nut M... Food 1 Food 1 • THE MUFFIN MAM INC. Banana Nut Muffins	74.9	423	56.3	31.0	1.4	21.1	4.2
Double Choco... Food 2 Food 2 • TARGET STORES Double Chocolate Mini Scones, Double Chocolate	63.4	379	53.0	28.8	3.0	18.2	6.1

Orange Cranberry Scones vs Mini Muffins, Pumpkin

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Orange Cranb... Food 1 Food 1 • TWO-BITE Orange Cranberry Scones	65.7	375	54.7	28.1	1.6	15.6	4.7
Mini Muffins... Food 2 Food 2 • J.S.B. INDUSTRIES, INC. Mini Muffins, Pumpkin	24.8	321	46.4	28.6	0.9	14.3	3.6

Chocolate Roll, Chocolate vs Glazed French Toast Fritters, Glazed French Toast

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Chocolate Ro... Food 1 Food 1 • ATTUNE RECORDS Chocolate Roll, Chocolate	44.2	337	30.1	20.5	2.4	21.7	3.6
Glazed Frenc... Food 2 Food 2 • THE KROGER CO. Glazed French Toast Fritters, Glazed French Toast	100.0	345	50.4	25.7	0.9	14.2	4.4

Blueberry Mango Cranberry Bran vs Mini Croissants Double With Cherry & Vanilla Flavor Fillings, Cherry & Vanilla

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Blueberry Ma... Food 1 Food 1 • ZEN BAKERY INC. Blueberry Mango Cranberry Bran	27.6	164	28.4	11.9	7.5	3.7	4.5
Mini Croissa... Food 2 Food 2 • PAULINE'S SAUCES FROM SHASTA Mini Croissants Double With Cherry & Vanilla Flavor Fillings, Cherry & Vanilla	59.2	431	50.8	24.6	3.1	21.5	6.2

Butter Ooey Gooey Squares, Butter vs Apple Bran Jumbo Muffins, Apple Bran

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Butter Ooey ... Food 1 Food 1 • CHARLOTTE'S Butter Ooey Gooey Squares, Butter	47.7	440	50.0	34.0	—	26.0	4.0
Apple Bran J... Food 2 Food 2 • PUBLIX SUPER MARKETS, INC. Apple Bran Jumbo Muffins, Apple Bran	96.2	261	46.9	27.9	2.7	6.3	4.5

Spartan, Toaster Pastries, Frosted Brown Sugar Cinnamon, Frosted Brown Sugar Cinnamon vs Rubicon Bakers, Muffins, Blueberry, Blueberry

Food	BSI	Calories	Carbs	Sugars	Fiber	Fat	Protein
Spartan, Toa... Food 1 Food 1 • MCILHENNY COMPANY Spartan, Toaster Pastries, Frosted Brown Sugar Cinnamon, Frosted Brown Sugar Cinnamon	70.4	385	71.2	32.7	1.9	9.6	3.9
Rubicon Bake... Food 2 Food 2 • RUBICON ENTERPRISES, INC. Rubicon Bakers, Muffins, Blueberry, Blueberry	77.4	380	57.8	32.4	1.4	14.1	5.6

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