Comparison

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 6 of our comparison points versus 0.

Nutrition per 100 g

NutrientChristmas puddingTesco Finest Christmas puddi...
Nutri-Score e d
NOVA group 4 4
Calories 343 kcal 320 kcal
Fat 7.4 g 7.5 g
Saturated fat 4.3 g 3.8 g
Sugars 43.8 g 38 g
Salt 0.2 g 0.1 g
Fiber 2.9 g 5.3 g
Protein 2.5 g 3.2 g
Additives37
AllergensGlutenGluten, Milk, Nuts

Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).

Key differences

  • Tesco Finest Christmas pudding has 12% less saturated fat (3.8 g vs 4.3 g).
  • Tesco Finest Christmas pudding has 13% less sugar (38 g vs 43.8 g).
  • Tesco Finest Christmas pudding has 45% more fiber (5.3 g vs 2.9 g).
  • Tesco Finest Christmas pudding has 22% more protein (3.2 g vs 2.5 g).
  • Tesco Finest Christmas pudding has the better Nutri-Score.
  • Only Tesco Finest Christmas pudding lists: Milk, Nuts.

Ingredients

Christmas pudding

Mixed vine fruits (41%) (sultanas, raisins), sugar, fortified wheat flour (wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), cider (9%), palm oil, rum (4%), brandy (4%), humectant (vegetable glycerine), concentrated orange juice, sherry, orange peel, wheat glucose-fructose syrup, molasses, colour (plain caramel), salt, mixed spices, lemon peel, orange oil, acidity regulator (citric acid), yeast

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?

Tesco Finest Christmas pudding has fewer calories: 320 kcal versus 343 kcal per 100 g.

Which has less sugar?

Tesco Finest Christmas pudding has less sugar: 38 g versus 43.8 g per 100 g.

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