Barber’s cruncher red leceister vs Wensley Dale with cranberries
Overall, Wensley Dale with cranberries has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 3.
Barber’s cruncher red leceister
Wensley Dale with cranberries
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Barber’s cruncher red leceis... | Wensley Dale with cranberrie... |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | d |
| NOVA group | 4 | 3 |
| Calories | 399 kcal | 376 kcal |
| Fat | 33.7 g | 27.1 g |
| Saturated fat | 21.1 g | 17.2 g |
| Sugars | 0.5 g | 12.6 g |
| Salt | 1.7 g | 1.2 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 0 g |
| Protein | 23.8 g | 18.1 g |
| Additives | 2 | 0 |
| Allergens | Milk | Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Wensley Dale with cranberries has 20% less fat (27.1 g vs 33.7 g).
- Wensley Dale with cranberries has 18% less saturated fat (17.2 g vs 21.1 g).
- Barber’s cruncher red leceister has 96% less sugar (0.5 g vs 12.6 g).
- Wensley Dale with cranberries has 29% less salt (1.2 g vs 1.7 g).
- Barber’s cruncher red leceister has 100% more fiber (0.5 g vs 0 g).
- Barber’s cruncher red leceister has 24% more protein (23.8 g vs 18.1 g).
- Wensley Dale with cranberries is less processed (lower NOVA group).
Ingredients
Barber’s cruncher red leceister
Red Leicester Cheese (Cows' Milk) Colour: Annatto Norbixin
Wensley Dale with cranberries
83% wensleydale cheese (milk), 13% sweetened dried cranberries (cranberries, sugar, sunflower oil), sugar, salt, allergy advice: for allergens, see ingredients in bold, nutrition information - typical values per 100g: energy 1564kj/
FAQ
Which is healthier: Barber’s cruncher red leceister or Wensley Dale with cranberries?
Overall, Wensley Dale with cranberries has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Wensley Dale with cranberries has fewer calories: 376 kcal versus 399 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Barber’s cruncher red leceister has less sugar: 0.5 g versus 12.6 g per 100 g.