Whole cranberry sauce vs Cranberry Sauce
Overall, Whole cranberry sauce has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 3 of our comparison points versus 0.
Whole cranberry sauce
Cranberry Sauce
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Whole cranberry sauce | Cranberry Sauce |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | — | d |
| NOVA group | 3 | 3 |
| Calories | 161 kcal | 227 kcal |
| Fat | 0.3 g | 0.5 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 0.1 g |
| Sugars | 36.5 g | 47 g |
| Salt | 0 g | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2.3 g | 1.6 g |
| Protein | 0.3 g | 0.5 g |
| Additives | 0 | 1 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Whole cranberry sauce has 29% fewer calories (161 kcal vs 227 kcal).
- Whole cranberry sauce has 22% less sugar (36.5 g vs 47 g).
- Whole cranberry sauce has 31% more fiber (2.3 g vs 1.6 g).
Ingredients
Whole cranberry sauce
sugar, whole cranberries (35%), water, cranberry purée (10%)
Cranberry Sauce
CRANBERRIES (44%), Sugar, Water, SWEETENED DRIED CRANBERRIES (3%) (Cranberries, Sugar, Sunflower Oil), Cornflour, Concentrated Cranberry Juice. Preservative: Potassium Sorbate.
FAQ
Which is healthier: Whole cranberry sauce or Cranberry Sauce?
Overall, Whole cranberry sauce 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?
Whole cranberry sauce has fewer calories: 161 kcal versus 227 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Whole cranberry sauce has less sugar: 36.5 g versus 47 g per 100 g.