Hot Cross Buns vs Crumpets
Overall, Crumpets has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 3.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Hot Cross Buns | Crumpets |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | c |
| NOVA group | 4 | 3 |
| Calories | 251 kcal | 183 kcal |
| Fat | 2.1 g | 0.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.7 g | 0.1 g |
| Sugars | 17.5 g | 1 g |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 1.4 g |
| Fiber | 4.2 g | 1.3 g |
| Protein | 7.7 g | 5.9 g |
| Additives | 4 | 0 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Soybeans | Gluten |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Crumpets has 27% fewer calories (183 kcal vs 251 kcal).
- Crumpets has 76% less fat (0.5 g vs 2.1 g).
- Crumpets has 86% less saturated fat (0.1 g vs 0.7 g).
- Crumpets has 94% less sugar (1 g vs 17.5 g).
- Hot Cross Buns has 66% less salt (0.5 g vs 1.4 g).
- Hot Cross Buns has 69% more fiber (4.2 g vs 1.3 g).
- Hot Cross Buns has 23% more protein (7.7 g vs 5.9 g).
- Crumpets is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only Hot Cross Buns lists: Soybeans.
Ingredients
Hot Cross Buns
Wheat Flour [Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin], Moistened Mixed Fruits (25%) [Sultanas, Raisins, Currants, Water], Water, Mixed Peel (2%) [Orange Peel, Lemon Peel], Invert Sugar Syrup, Yeast, Wheat Gluten, Potato Dextrin, Wheat Protein, Palm Oil, Salt, Emulsifiers (Mono - and Di-Acetyl Tartaric Acid Esters of Mono - and Di-Glycerides of Fatty Acids, Mono - and Di-Glycerides of Fatty Acids), Palm Fat, Flavouring, Rapeseed Oil, Vegetable Fibre, Soya Flour, Flour Treatment Agent (Ascorbic Acid).
Crumpets
Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium, Folic Acid, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Water, Fermented Wheat Flour, Salt. ALLERGEN ADVICE:
FAQ
Which is healthier: Hot Cross Buns or Crumpets?
Overall, Crumpets 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?
Crumpets has fewer calories: 183 kcal versus 251 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Crumpets has less sugar: 1 g versus 17.5 g per 100 g.