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Pain aux raisins
The pain aux raisins, also known as an escargot or raisin swirl, is one of the classics of French pastry. Rolled into a spiral, it combines a laminated, yeasted dough, a vanilla-flavoured custard and soft raisins. You will find it in bakeries at breakfast or teatime, sometimes glazed with a sugar syrup. At around 345 kcal per 100 g, it provides mostly carbohydrate (53.4 g), a little protein (6.38 g), fat (11.5 g) and 1.4 g of fibre. Richer than a simple slice of bread, it is best enjoyed as an occasional treat within a balanced diet, rather than as the basis of your meals.
Macronutrient breakdown
Nutrition table per 100 g
| Calories | 345 kcal |
| Kilojoules | 1450 kJ |
| Protein | 6,4 g |
| Carbohydrate | 53,4 g |
| Fat | 11,5 g |
| Fibre | 1,4 g |
Micronutrients per 100 g
All measured nutrients, ranked by share of the daily reference intake.
- Vitamin B9132 µg66 %
- Vitamin B120,54 µg22 %
- Selenium9,7 µg18 %
- Phosphorus100 mg14 %
- Potassium278 mg14 %
- Vitamin B20,18 mg13 %
- Vitamin B50,63 mg11 %
- Vitamin E0,97 mg8 %
See the other 9 nutrients
- Vitamin B10,07 mg6 %
- Omega-3 ALA0,12 g6 %
- Vitamin B60,08 mg6 %
- Iron0,77 mg6 %
- Magnesium18,6 mg5 %
- Vitamin A38,1 µg5 %
- Omega-6 LA0,44 g4 %
- Calcium32,1 mg4 %
- EPA0 g1 %
Anses Ciqual 2025. Source: Anses, 2025, Ciqual food composition table
Tips
The pain aux raisins is a pastry for pleasure. To enjoy its taste benefits without throwing your plate off balance, it helps to know its nutrition facts and fit it sensibly into your day.
- A sensible portion: a bakery pastry often weighs between 80 and 110 g, which is roughly 220 to 300 calories. One is plenty for an indulgent break.
- The right time: have it in the morning or as a snack, when the body makes better use of carbohydrate. Avoid it in the evening, when sugary foods are used less efficiently.
- Smart pairings: serve it with a source of protein (fromage blanc, egg, plain yoghurt) and a piece of fresh fruit to slow down the glycaemic index effect and keep you full for longer.
- Storage: it is best eaten on the day it is bought. Otherwise, keep it at room temperature in a bag and pop it in the oven for a few seconds to bring back its softness.
Nutritionally, the pain aux raisins gets its energy from the puff pastry and the raisins, which are rich in natural sugars. Its 1.4 g of fibre comes from the flour and the dried fruit, a modest but welcome contribution. The custard adds a touch of dairy protein and fat. Like any pastry, it is a fairly calorie-dense food, so have it in moderation if you are watching your weight.
For active people, this type of pastry can be a source of fast carbohydrate before a long session or endurance effort, as long as you eat it early enough to digest it properly. After training, a balanced snack is a better choice: have a look at our protein snack ideas to help your recovery. The pain aux raisins is not a go-to source of protein, so complement it if you want to support muscle mass.
For weight control, keep in mind that it is an occasional pleasure. If you are looking for a lighter alternative, a homemade oat biscuit or crêpe can fit the bill. You can also compare its figures in our food calorie table and explore the whole family of sugary foods to vary your treats. What matters most is the overall balance: a pastry from time to time has its place in a healthy, relaxed way of eating.