Victoria Sandwich vs Mince Pies
Overall, Mince Pies has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 1.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Victoria Sandwich | Mince Pies |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | d |
| NOVA group | 4 | 4 |
| Calories | 397 kcal | 384 kcal |
| Fat | 18.4 g | 14.7 g |
| Saturated fat | 5 g | 5.2 g |
| Sugars | 31.2 g | 33 g |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 0.1 g |
| Fiber | 0.9 g | 3.5 g |
| Protein | 4.8 g | 3.3 g |
| Additives | 10 | 9 |
| Allergens | Eggs, Gluten, Milk | Gluten, Sulphur dioxide and sulphites |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Mince Pies has 20% less fat (14.7 g vs 18.4 g).
- Mince Pies has 78% less salt (0.1 g vs 0.5 g).
- Mince Pies has 74% more fiber (3.5 g vs 0.9 g).
- Victoria Sandwich has 31% more protein (4.8 g vs 3.3 g).
- Mince Pies has the better Nutri-Score.
- Only Victoria Sandwich lists: Eggs, Milk.
- Only Mince Pies lists: Sulphur dioxide and sulphites.
Ingredients
Victoria Sandwich
Fortified Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Sugar, Pasteurised Free Range Egg, Buttercream (12%) (Sugar, Butter (Cows' Milk)), Raspberry Jam (12%) (Raspberries, Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Sugar, Gelling Agent: Pectin; Acidity Regulators: Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate; Colour: Anthocyanins; Flavouring), Rapeseed Oil, Cows' Milk, Butter (Cows' Milk), Humectant: Vegetable Glycerine; Raising Agents: Disodium Diphosphate, Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate; Dextrose, Emulsifier: Mono - and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids; Salt, Cornflour, Palm Oil.
Mince Pies
49% Mincemeat Filling (Sugar, Bramley Apple Purée, 16% Raisins, Glucose Syrup, 8% Sultanas, Apricot Filling [Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Apricot Purée, Sugar, Gelling Agent: Pectins; Acid: Citric Acid; Acidity Regulator: Sodium Citrates; Preservative: Potassium Sorbate], 3.5% Currants, Candied Mixed Peel [Orange Peel, Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Lemon Peel, Sugar, Acidity Regulator: Citric Acid; Preservative: Sulphur Dioxide], Vegetable Oils [Palm, Rapeseed], Ground Mixed Spices [Cinnamon, Coriander, Dill, Ginger, Nutmeg, Cloves], Acids: Acetic Acid, Citric Acid; Roasted Barley Malt Extract, Preservatives: Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Metabisulphite, Sulphur Dioxide; Flavouring), Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Vegetable Oils (Palm, Rapeseed), Glucose Syrup, Sugar, Dextrose, Salt, Raising Agents: Diphosphates, Sodium Carbonates; Preservative: Potassium Sorbate.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Victoria Sandwich or Mince Pies?
Overall, Mince Pies 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?
Mince Pies has fewer calories: 384 kcal versus 397 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Victoria Sandwich has less sugar: 31.2 g versus 33 g per 100 g.