Calories in Classic Danish

📏 Serving Size: 1 Serving (78.0g)

🧪 Nutrition Facts

Amount Per Serving
  • Calories 309.7
  • Total Fat 14.0 g
  • Saturated Fat 5.0 g
  • Cholesterol 10.1 mg
  • Sodium 230.1 mg
  • Potassium 0.0 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate 41.0 g
  • Dietary Fiber 1.0 g
  • Sugars 21.0 g
  • Protein 4.0 g
Vitamins & Minerals
  • Vitamin A 99.8 IU
  • Vitamin B-12 0.0 µg
  • Vitamin B-6 0.0 mg
  • Vitamin C 1.2 mg
  • Vitamin D 0.0 IU
  • Vitamin E 0.0 mg
  • Calcium 99.8 mg
  • Copper 0.0 mg
  • Folate 0.0 µg
  • Iron 1.4 mg
  • Magnesium 0.0 mg
  • Manganese 0.0 mg
  • Niacin 0.8 mg
  • Pantothenic Acid 0.0 mg
  • Phosphorus 0.0 mg
  • Riboflavin 0.1 mg
  • Thiamin 0.0 mg
  • Zinc 0.0 mg

Note: Nutrition information comes from the USDA Food Central Database. Daily values are based on a 2,000 calorie per day diet (FDA). Actual requirements vary by individual. Use at your own risk.

📋 Nutrition Summary

At 309.7 calories per serving (1 Serving (78.0g)), Classic Danish is a high-calorie food — portion size matters if you're monitoring your daily intake. Carbohydrates are the primary energy source at 41.0g per serving (53.6% of calories), of which 21.0g are sugars.

🏷️ Diet & Nutrition Tags

⚠️ High Sugar

Tags are generated automatically from USDA nutrition data using standard dietary thresholds. They are for general guidance only and are not medical advice.

📝 Ingredients

Enriched Bleached Flour (wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Ferrous Sulfate and Reduced Iron, Niacin, Thiamin Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Water, High Fructose Corn Syrup, Sugar, Palm Oil, Yeast, Soybean Oil, Partially Hydrogenated Soybean and Cottonseed Oils, Strawberries, Contains Less than 2%: Corn Syrup, Rice Flour, Egg Whites, Food Starch-Modified, Whey, Salt, Eggs, Mono & Diglycerides, Yellow Corn Flour, Natural and Artificial Flavors, Corn Starch, Preservatives (sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Calcium Propionate, Citric Acid), Evaporated Apples, Xanthan Gum, Artificial Color (red 40, Blue 1), Citric Acid, Calcium Carbonate, Calcium Sulfate, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Dextrose, Enzymes, Agar, Potato Flour, White Corn Flour, Soy Lecithin, Spice, Guar Gum, Ascorbic Acid Added as a Dough Conditioner, Azodicarbonamide, Sodium Hexametaphosphate, Vitamin a Palmitate.

🔬 Ingredient Analysis

⚠️ Artificial Preservatives ⚠️ Artificial Colours ⚠️ Emulsifiers / Stabilisers ⚠️ Flavour Enhancers ℹ️ Fortified / Enriched

Artificial Preservatives: Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Calcium Propionate

Artificial Colours: Red 40, Blue 1, Artificial Color

Emulsifiers / Stabilisers: Diglycerides, Lecithin, Soy Lecithin, Sodium Stearoyl Lactylate, Stearoyl Lactylate, Xanthan Gum, Guar Gum, Agar

Flavour Enhancers: Natural And Artificial Flavors

Fortification / Enrichment Agents: Ferrous Sulfate, Reduced Iron, Niacin, Riboflavin, Folic Acid, Vitamin A Palmitate, Calcium Carbonate, Ascorbic Acid

Detected additives are based on the ingredient list in the USDA Food Central Database. Always read the full product label as formulations can change. Presence of these ingredients does not necessarily indicate a health risk — consult a healthcare professional for personalised dietary advice. Fortification agents are synthetic vitamins or minerals added to restore nutrients lost during processing or to boost nutritional content. They are added for public health reasons and are widely considered safe.

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📊 % Daily Value

The following shows how one serving of Classic Danish contributes to the recommended daily intake for key nutrients, based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutrient Amount % Daily Value
Calories309.7 kcal15.5%
Total Fat14.0 g18%
Saturated Fat5.0 g25%
Cholesterol10.1 mg3%
Sodium230.1 mg10%
Total Carbohydrate41.0 g15%
Dietary Fiber1.0 g4%
Total Sugars21.0 g42%
Protein4.0 g8%
Vitamin A99.8 IU2%
Vitamin C1.2 mg1%
Riboflavin (B-2)0.10 mg8%
Niacin (B-3)0.8 mg5%
Calcium99.8 mg8%
Iron1.4 mg8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. ✅ marks ≥20% DV (FDA "good source" threshold); ⭐ marks ≥100% DV (a full day's value).

🔥 Calorie Analysis

Classic Danish accounts for 15.5% of a standard 2,000 calorie daily diet per serving. The majority of the calories for this food comes from carbohydrates. Carbohydrates make up 53.6% of the calories.

Fat 41.2%
Carbs 53.6%
Fat 41.2% Carbs 53.6% Protein 5.2%

🏃 Exercise Burn Time

How long would it take to burn off the 309.7 calories in Classic Danish? The table below shows burn time for a 170-pound person doing common exercises.

Exercise Minutes to Burn
Running: 10 minutes per mile 23.4 min
Walking: 17 minutes per mile 53.4 min
Cycling (Low Intensity) 33.9 min
HIIT 28.7 min
Running: 5 minutes per mile 15.7 min

Find more information on calories burned doing popular exercises.

💬 Nutrition Q&A: Classic Danish

How might Classic Danish affect blood sugar?

With 41g of carbs and 21g of sugar paired with minimal fiber (just 1g), this pastry will cause a rapid blood sugar spike. The refined wheat flour and high-fructose corn syrup digest quickly without much to slow down the glucose absorption.

Is Classic Danish suitable for people with lactose intolerance?

While it contains whey and is made in facilities that handle dairy, the amount of lactose is minimal. Most people with lactose intolerance should tolerate this fine, though those who are very sensitive may want to check how they personally respond.

Is Classic Danish gluten-free?

No, this contains wheat flour as its main ingredient and is not gluten-free.

What diets does Classic Danish suit?

This works best for flexible eating patterns or as an occasional treat. It's not well-suited for low-sugar, low-carb, or strict whole-food diets, but can fit into a standard balanced diet in moderation.

What should I watch out for with Classic Danish?

This pastry is quite high in sugar, with 21g per serving—more than half your added sugar limit for the day. It also contains partially hydrogenated oils, which contribute trans fats that are best minimized, along with multiple preservatives and artificial colors.

Nutrition Q&A answers are based on USDA nutritional data and are for general informational purposes only. They are not a substitute for professional dietary or medical advice.

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