Bavarian style ham vs 12 Pigs in Blankets
Overall, Bavarian style ham has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 6 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Bavarian style ham | 12 Pigs in Blankets |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | e |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 107 kcal | 313 kcal |
| Fat | 2.4 g | 22.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 1 g | 8.1 g |
| Sugars | 0.5 g | 0.3 g |
| Salt | 2.6 g | 2.3 g |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0.3 g |
| Protein | 21 g | 16.9 g |
| Additives | 3 | 8 |
| Allergens | Pork | Pork |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Bavarian style ham has 66% fewer calories (107 kcal vs 313 kcal).
- Bavarian style ham has 89% less fat (2.4 g vs 22.5 g).
- Bavarian style ham has 88% less saturated fat (1 g vs 8.1 g).
- 12 Pigs in Blankets has 100% more fiber (0.3 g vs 0 g).
- Bavarian style ham has 20% more protein (21 g vs 16.9 g).
- Bavarian style ham has the better Nutri-Score.
Ingredients
Bavarian style ham
Pork*, Iodised Salt [Salt, Preservative (Sodium Nitrite), Potassium Iodate], Smoked Salt, Stabiliser (Diphosphates), Spice Extracts [Lovage, Pepper], Fenugreek, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Leek Extract, Antioxidant (Sodium Ascorbate). *Made with 100g of pork per 100g of finished product. May contain celery and mustard.
12 Pigs in Blankets
Pork Cocktail Sausage (64%) [Pork, Water, Rice Flour, Pork Rind. Pork Fat. Salt, Stabiliser (Disodium Diphosphate), Dextrose, Bamboo Fibre. White Pepper, Ginger, Nutmeg, Mace, Yeast Extract, Preservative (Sodium Metabisulphite), Caramelised Sugar Syrup. Flavouring, Antioxidant (Ascorbic Acid), Paprika Extract], Smoked Streaky Bacon (34%) [Pork. Water, Salt, Preservatives (Potassium Nitrate, Sodium Nitrite), Antioxidant (Sodium Ascorbate)]. Sausage filled into non-UK beef casings. Made using British and EU pork.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Bavarian style ham or 12 Pigs in Blankets?
Overall, Bavarian style ham 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?
Bavarian style ham has fewer calories: 107 kcal versus 313 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
12 Pigs in Blankets has less sugar: 0.3 g versus 0.5 g per 100 g.