Christmas Pudding vs Tesco Finest Christmas pudding
Overall, Tesco Finest Christmas pudding has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 3 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Christmas Pudding | Tesco Finest Christmas puddi... |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | d | d |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 306 kcal | 320 kcal |
| Fat | 5.1 g | 7.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 2.7 g | 3.8 g |
| Sugars | 44.5 g | 38 g |
| Salt | 0.2 g | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | 3.1 g | 5.3 g |
| Protein | 2.8 g | 3.2 g |
| Additives | 5 | 7 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Nuts | Gluten, Milk, Nuts |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Christmas Pudding has 32% less fat (5.1 g vs 7.5 g).
- Christmas Pudding has 29% less saturated fat (2.7 g vs 3.8 g).
- Tesco Finest Christmas pudding has 15% less sugar (38 g vs 44.5 g).
- Tesco Finest Christmas pudding has 42% more fiber (5.3 g vs 3.1 g).
- Tesco Finest Christmas pudding has 13% more protein (3.2 g vs 2.8 g).
- Only Tesco Finest Christmas pudding lists: Milk.
Ingredients
Christmas Pudding
Dried Vine Fruits 45% (Sultanas, Raisins, Currants), Sugar, Wheatflour (Wheatflour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Vegetable Suet (Palm Oil, Rice Flour, Sunflower Oil), Water, Cider 3%, Dark Rum 3%, Humectant: Glycerol, Black Treacle, Molasses, Orange Peel, Amontillado Sherry 1%, Nibbed Almonds, Glucose Syrup, Lemon Peel, Ground Spices (Coriander, Cinnamon, Ginger, Nutmeg, Caraway, Cloves), Salt, Yeast, Vinegar, Wheat Gluten, Emulsifier: E471, E472e, Rapeseed Oil, Palm Oil, Acidity Regulator: Citric Acid, Flour Treatment Agent: Ascorbic Acid
Tesco Finest Christmas pudding
Vine Fruits (30%) [Sultanas, Raisins, Currants], Sugar, Wheat Flour [Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin], Cider (8%), Glacé Cherries (6%) [Cherry, Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Sugar, Colour (Anthocyanins), Acidity Regulator (Citric Acid)], Palm Oil, Brandy (4.5%), Humectant (Glycerol), Almonds, Amontillado Sherry (3%), Cognac (2%), Molasses, Ruby Port, Pecan Nuts, Single Cream (Milk), Rice Flour, Colour (Plain Caramel), Mixed Spices, Salt, Yeast, Emulsifiers (Mono - and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids, Mono - and Diacetyl Tartaric Acid Esters of Mono - and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids), Wheat Protein, Spirit Vinegar, Sunflower Oil, Rapeseed Oil, Orange Oil, Lemon Oil, Flour Treatment Agent (Ascorbic Acid), Palm Fat. Allergy Advice For allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. Also, may contain peanuts, other nuts and egg. Suitable for vegetarians Caution Although every care has been taken to remove cherry stones, some may remain. This product may occasionally contain small fragments of shell.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Christmas Pudding or Tesco Finest Christmas pudding?
Overall, Tesco Finest Christmas pudding 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?
Christmas Pudding has fewer calories: 306 kcal versus 320 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Tesco Finest Christmas pudding has less sugar: 38 g versus 44.5 g per 100 g.