Hot Cross Buns Lightly Spiced vs 6 Hot Cross Buns
Overall, Hot Cross Buns Lightly Spiced has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 2.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Hot Cross Buns Lightly Spice... | 6 Hot Cross Buns |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | d |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 257 kcal | 211 kcal |
| Fat | 2.6 g | 2.4 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.4 g | 0.7 g |
| Sugars | 23.3 g | 15.6 g |
| Salt | 0.4 g | 1.5 g |
| Fiber | 3.6 g | 2.2 g |
| Protein | 6.6 g | 6 g |
| Additives | 6 | 3 |
| Allergens | Gluten | Gluten, Milk, Soybeans |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- 6 Hot Cross Buns has 18% fewer calories (211 kcal vs 257 kcal).
- 6 Hot Cross Buns has 33% less sugar (15.6 g vs 23.3 g).
- Hot Cross Buns Lightly Spiced has 71% less salt (0.4 g vs 1.5 g).
- Hot Cross Buns Lightly Spiced has 38% more fiber (3.6 g vs 2.2 g).
- Hot Cross Buns Lightly Spiced has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only 6 Hot Cross Buns lists: Milk, Soybeans.
Ingredients
Hot Cross Buns Lightly Spiced
Wheat Flour (_Wheat_ Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), DRIED FRUIT (25%) (Raisins, Sultanas, Water, Currants, Preservative: Potassium Sorbate), Water, Sugar, CANDIED MIXED PEEL (2.5%) (Orange Peel, Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Lemon Peel, Sugar, Acidity Regulator: Citric Acid), Rapeseed Oil, Yeast, Potato Dextrin, Salt, Coconut Oil, Emulsifiers: Monoglycerides and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids, Mono and Diacetyl Tartaric Acid Esters of Mono and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids; Mixed Spices, Flavouring, Glucose Syrup, _Wheat_ Gluten, Modified Maize Starch, Flour Treatment Agent: Ascorbic Acid
6 Hot Cross Buns
Fortified Wheat Flour [Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron. Niacin (Pz Thiamin (B1)], Orange Soaked Sultanas (15%) [Sultanas, Orange Juice from concentrate], Water, Moistened Currants (5%) [Currants, Water Sugar, Vegetable Oils and Fat [Rapeseed Oil, Palm Oil, Palm Fat], Yeast, Mixed Peel (3%) [Orange Peel, Lemon Peel], Invert Sugar Syrup, Wheat Protein, Moistened Sultanas (2%) [Sultanas, Water], Maize Starch. Emulsifiers (Mono - and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids, Mono - and Diacetyl Tartaric Acid Esters of Mono - and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids), Salt, Mixed Spices, Soya Flour, Flavouring, Flour Treatment Agent (Ascorbic Acid). Allergy Advice! for allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. Not suitable for egg, milk, rye, barley or spelt allergy sufferers. Ty
FAQ
Which is healthier: Hot Cross Buns Lightly Spiced or 6 Hot Cross Buns?
Overall, Hot Cross Buns Lightly Spiced 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?
6 Hot Cross Buns has fewer calories: 211 kcal versus 257 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
6 Hot Cross Buns has less sugar: 15.6 g versus 23.3 g per 100 g.