Hot Cross Buns Lightly Spiced vs Extra Fruity Hot Cross Buns
Overall, Extra Fruity Hot Cross Buns has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 2 of our comparison points versus 1.
Hot Cross Buns Lightly Spiced
Extra Fruity Hot Cross Buns
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Hot Cross Buns Lightly Spice... | Extra Fruity Hot Cross Buns |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | c |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 257 kcal | 254 kcal |
| Fat | 2.6 g | 2.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.4 g | 0.8 g |
| Sugars | 23.3 g | 20.4 g |
| Salt | 0.4 g | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 3.6 g | 4.1 g |
| Protein | 6.6 g | 6.9 g |
| Additives | 6 | 4 |
| Allergens | Gluten | Gluten, Milk |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Hot Cross Buns Lightly Spiced has 46% less saturated fat (0.4 g vs 0.8 g).
- Extra Fruity Hot Cross Buns has 12% less sugar (20.4 g vs 23.3 g).
- Extra Fruity Hot Cross Buns has 13% more fiber (4.1 g vs 3.6 g).
- Only Extra Fruity Hot Cross Buns lists: Milk.
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
Extra Fruity Hot Cross Buns
Wheat Flour [Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin], Orange Soaked Fruits (30%) [Sultanas, Raisins, Currants, Flame Raisin, Concentrated Orange Juice], Water, Mixed Peel [Orange Peel, Lemon Peel, Butter (Milk), Honey (1.5%), Wheat Gluten, Demerara Sugar, Yeast, Mixed Spice, Salt, Buttermilk Powder (Milk), Emulsifiers (Mono - and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids, Mono - and Diacetyl Tartaric Acid Esters of Mono - and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids), Potato Dextrin, Flavouring, Lemon Zest, Rapeseed Oil, Palm Oil, Flour Treatment Agent (Ascorbic Acid).
FAQ
Which is healthier: Hot Cross Buns Lightly Spiced or Extra Fruity Hot Cross Buns?
Overall, Extra Fruity 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?
Extra Fruity Hot Cross Buns has fewer calories: 254 kcal versus 257 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Extra Fruity Hot Cross Buns has less sugar: 20.4 g versus 23.3 g per 100 g.