Metro Rolls Italian Style vs 6 Hot Cross Buns
Overall, Metro Rolls Italian Style has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 4 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Metro Rolls Italian Style | 6 Hot Cross Buns |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | c | c |
| NOVA group | 3 | 4 |
| Calories | 251 kcal | 278 kcal |
| Fat | 1.5 g | 3.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.5 g | 0.9 g |
| Sugars | 7.4 g | 19.5 g |
| Salt | 0.9 g | 0.4 g |
| Fiber | 2.7 g | 2.9 g |
| Protein | 8.4 g | 7.9 g |
| Additives | 1 | 2 |
| Allergens | Gluten | Gluten, Orange |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Metro Rolls Italian Style has 58% less fat (1.5 g vs 3.5 g).
- Metro Rolls Italian Style has 46% less saturated fat (0.5 g vs 0.9 g).
- Metro Rolls Italian Style has 62% less sugar (7.4 g vs 19.5 g).
- 6 Hot Cross Buns has 58% less salt (0.4 g vs 0.9 g).
- Metro Rolls Italian Style is less processed (lower NOVA group).
- Only 6 Hot Cross Buns lists: Orange.
Ingredients
Metro Rolls Italian Style
Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Water, Semolina (Wheat), Sugar, Fermented Wheat Flour, Rapeseed Oil, Salt, Yeast, Palm Oil, Flour Treatment Agent: Ascorbic Acid.
6 Hot Cross Buns
Fortified Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Moistened Mixed Fruit (22%) (Sultanas, Raisins, Water), Water, Yeast, Rapeseed Oil, Sugar, Wheat Gluten, Orange and Lemon Peel (2%), Dextrose, Maize Starch, Emulsifier: Mono - and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids; Salt, Palm Fat, Ground Mixed Spice (Cinnamon, Coriander, Clove, Nutmeg), Flavouring, Flour Treatment Agent: Ascorbic Acid; Palm Oil.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Metro Rolls Italian Style or 6 Hot Cross Buns?
Overall, Metro Rolls Italian Style 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?
Metro Rolls Italian Style has fewer calories: 251 kcal versus 278 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Metro Rolls Italian Style has less sugar: 7.4 g versus 19.5 g per 100 g.