Comparison

Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread vs 6 Hot Cross Buns

Overall, Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 8 of our comparison points versus 1.

Nutrition per 100 g

NutrientThick Sliced Wholemeal Bread6 Hot Cross Buns
Nutri-Score a c
NOVA group 4 4
Calories 212 kcal 278 kcal
Fat 2 g 3.5 g
Saturated fat 0.5 g 0.9 g
Sugars 4 g 19.5 g
Salt 0.9 g 0.4 g
Fiber 6.3 g 2.9 g
Protein 12.3 g 7.9 g
Additives12
AllergensGluten, SoybeansGluten, Orange

Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).

Key differences

  • Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread has 24% fewer calories (212 kcal vs 278 kcal).
  • Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread has 44% less fat (2 g vs 3.5 g).
  • Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread has 46% less saturated fat (0.5 g vs 0.9 g).
  • Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread has 80% less sugar (4 g vs 19.5 g).
  • 6 Hot Cross Buns has 57% less salt (0.4 g vs 0.9 g).
  • Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread has 53% more fiber (6.3 g vs 2.9 g).
  • Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread has 36% more protein (12.3 g vs 7.9 g).
  • Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread has the better Nutri-Score.
  • Only Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread lists: Soybeans.
  • Only 6 Hot Cross Buns lists: Orange.

Ingredients

Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread

Wholemeal Wheat Flour, Water, Wheat Gluten, Yeast, Sourdough (3%) (Water, Fermented Rye Flour, Salt), Coarse Wheat Bran, Rye Flour (2%), Malted Barley Flour, Salt, Vegetable Oils (Rapeseed, Sustainable Palm), Soya Flour, Caramelised Sugar, Fermented Wheat Flour, Flour Treatment Agent: Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)

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: Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread or 6 Hot Cross Buns?

Overall, Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread 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?

Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread has fewer calories: 212 kcal versus 278 kcal per 100 g.

Which has less sugar?

Thick Sliced Wholemeal Bread has less sugar: 4 g versus 19.5 g per 100 g.

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