Hot cross buns vs 4 Luxury Fruited Hot Cross Bun
Overall, Hot cross buns has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 6 of our comparison points versus 0.
Hot cross buns
4 Luxury Fruited Hot Cross Bun
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Hot cross buns | 4 Luxury Fruited Hot Cross B... |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | b | d |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 233 kcal | 257 kcal |
| Fat | 1.2 g | 1.9 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.2 g | 0.7 g |
| Sugars | 10.7 g | 32.6 g |
| Salt | 0.1 g | 0.6 g |
| Fiber | 4.7 g | 4.5 g |
| Protein | 6.6 g | 6.4 g |
| Additives | 12 | 6 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Sulphur dioxide and sulphites | Gluten, Milk, Sesame seeds |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Hot cross buns has 36% less fat (1.2 g vs 1.9 g).
- Hot cross buns has 71% less saturated fat (0.2 g vs 0.7 g).
- Hot cross buns has 67% less sugar (10.7 g vs 32.6 g).
- Hot cross buns has 88% less salt (0.1 g vs 0.6 g).
- Hot cross buns has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Hot cross buns lists: Sulphur dioxide and sulphites.
- Only 4 Luxury Fruited Hot Cross Bun lists: Milk, Sesame seeds.
Ingredients
Hot cross buns
Fortified wheat flour ( wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), Sultana, Water, Raisins, Yeast, Sugar, Mixed peel (Orange peel, Glucose-fructose syrup, Sucrose, Lemon peel, Acidity Regulator (Citric acid), Preservative ( Sulphur dioxide)), Icing sugar, Rapeseed oil, Wheat gluten, Emulsifiers (Mono - and diglycerides of fatty acids, Mono - and diacetyltartaric acid esters of mono - and diglycerides of fatty acids, Sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate, Sorbitan monostearate), Salt, Humectant (Glycerine), Dextrin, Palm oil, Flavouring, Acidity Regulators (Lactic acid, Citric acid), clove, preservative (Potassium sorbate), Flour Treatment Agent (Ascorbic acid), Stabiliser (Guar gum). ALLERGY ADVICE: For allergens, Including cereals containing gluten, see Ingredients in bold. May contain other allergens. Prepared in an open kitchen so we cannot guarantee suitability for people with allergin
4 Luxury Fruited Hot Cross Bun
Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), SULTANAS (22%), Water, VOSTIZZA CURRANTS (10%), MIXED PEEL (2%) (Orange Peel; Lemon Peel), Sugar, Rapeseed Oil, Wheat Gluten, Invert Sugar Syrup, Yeast, Malted Wheat Flour, Salt, Flavourings, Emulsifiers: Mono-and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids, Mono - and Diacetyl Tartaric Acid Esters of Mono - and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids, Sodium, Potassium and Calcium Salts of Fatty Acids; Dextrin, Palm Fat, Flour Treatment Agent: Ascorbic Acid; Wheat Flour, Wheat Starch. ALLERGY ADVICE: For allergens, see ingredients in bold. May also contain egg, other gluten sources, milk and sesame. DIETARY ADVICE: Suitable for vegetarians. WARNING: To avoid danger of suffocation, keep this wrapper away from babies and small children, urs BEST BEFORE: See top of pack.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Hot cross buns or 4 Luxury Fruited Hot Cross Bun?
Overall, Hot cross buns 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?
Hot cross buns has fewer calories: 233 kcal versus 257 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Hot cross buns has less sugar: 10.7 g versus 32.6 g per 100 g.