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Is a Muffin or a Donut Healthier?

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According to research comparing common coffee shop pastries, a single large blueberry muffin from a major chain can have more calories and three times the sugar of a standard glazed donut. This surprising fact challenges the common perception that muffins are the healthier choice between the two baked goods.

Which has less calories, scone or croissant? A nutritional breakdown

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The average scone from a high-street bakery can contain well over 400 calories, while a typical plain croissant often falls within the 230 to 350-calorie range, meaning a croissant is usually the lower-calorie choice. However, the truth behind which has less calories, scone or croissant, is more complex and depends on a variety of factors, including size, ingredients, and toppings.

Which Has Less Calories: A Scone or Croissant?

4 min read
According to a 2019 report by the Food Standards Agency, the calorific value of scones can vary dramatically, from 154kcal to over 750kcal, depending on size and ingredients, making the answer to which has less calories, a scone or croissant, more complex than it appears.