Hot cross buns vs Hot Cross Buns
Overall, Hot cross buns has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 8 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Hot cross buns | Hot Cross Buns |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | b | c |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 233 kcal | 271 kcal |
| Fat | 1.2 g | 3.2 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.2 g | 0.9 g |
| Sugars | 10.7 g | 20.4 g |
| Salt | 0.1 g | 0.4 g |
| Fiber | 4.7 g | 2.9 g |
| Protein | 6.6 g | 7.7 g |
| Additives | 12 | 3 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Sulphur dioxide and sulphites | Gluten, Soybeans |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Hot cross buns has 14% fewer calories (233 kcal vs 271 kcal).
- Hot cross buns has 63% less fat (1.2 g vs 3.2 g).
- Hot cross buns has 77% less saturated fat (0.2 g vs 0.9 g).
- Hot cross buns has 48% less sugar (10.7 g vs 20.4 g).
- Hot cross buns has 81% less salt (0.1 g vs 0.4 g).
- Hot cross buns has 38% more fiber (4.7 g vs 2.9 g).
- Hot Cross Buns has 15% more protein (7.7 g vs 6.6 g).
- Hot cross buns has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Hot cross buns lists: Sulphur dioxide and sulphites.
- Only Hot Cross Buns lists: Soybeans.
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
Hot Cross Buns
AND DELIC 6 Hot cross buns gredients Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), 26% Moistened Mixed Fruits (Sultanas, Currants, Water), Water, Sugar, Yeast, 2.5% Mixed Peel (Orange Peel, Lemon Peel), Vegetable Oil and Fat (Rapeseed Oil, Palm Fat, Palm Oil), Invert Sugar Syrup, Wheat Protein, Maize Starch, Emulsifiers: Mono - and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids, Mono - and Diacetyl Tartaric Acid Esters of Mono - and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids; Salt, Mixed Spice (Cinnamon, Coriander, Clove, Nutmeg), Soya Flour, Flavouring, Flour Treatment Agent: Ascorbic Acid. Allergy Advice For allergens, including Cereals containing Gluten, see ingredients in bold. May also contain Egg, Milk and other Cereals containing Gluten. LIDL Weluae
FAQ
Which is healthier: Hot cross buns or Hot Cross Buns?
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 271 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Hot cross buns has less sugar: 10.7 g versus 20.4 g per 100 g.