Hot Cross Buns vs Masa para empanadillas y postres
Overall, Hot Cross Buns has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Hot Cross Buns | Masa para empanadillas y pos... |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | c |
| NOVA group | 4 | 3 |
| Calories | 251 kcal | 342 kcal |
| Fat | 2.1 g | 13.2 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.7 g | 4.9 g |
| Sugars | 17.5 g | 0.5 g |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 0.2 g |
| Fiber | 4.2 g | 1.7 g |
| Protein | 7.7 g | 6.8 g |
| Additives | 4 | 3 |
| Allergens | Gluten, Soybeans | Gluten |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Hot Cross Buns has 27% fewer calories (251 kcal vs 342 kcal).
- Hot Cross Buns has 84% less fat (2.1 g vs 13.2 g).
- Hot Cross Buns has 86% less saturated fat (0.7 g vs 4.9 g).
- Masa para empanadillas y postres has 97% less sugar (0.5 g vs 17.5 g).
- Hot Cross Buns has 60% more fiber (4.2 g vs 1.7 g).
- Hot Cross Buns has 12% more protein (7.7 g vs 6.8 g).
- Masa para empanadillas y postres 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).
Masa para empanadillas y postres
wheat flour, water, lard, salt, acidulants (e575 and citric acid), preservative (potassium sorbate), yeast,
FAQ
Which is healthier: Hot Cross Buns or Masa para empanadillas y postres?
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: 251 kcal versus 342 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Masa para empanadillas y postres has less sugar: 0.5 g versus 17.5 g per 100 g.