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4 Fruity Hot Cross Buns
4 Fruity Hot Cross Buns by Sainsbury's taste the difference provides 273 kcal per 100 g, with 24.1 g of sugars and 7 g of protein. That is 46% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Brioches category. Contains: gluten.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 portion (70 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 273 kcal | 191 kcal | 351 −22% | |
| Total fat | 3.4 g | 2.4 g | 3% | 13 −74% |
| Saturated fat | 1.1 g | 0.8 g | 4% | 6.6 −83% |
| Carbohydrates | 51.6 g | 36.1 g | 13% | 49.5 |
| Total sugars | 24.1 g | 16.9 g | 16.5 +46% | |
| Added sugars | 6.3 g | 4.4 g | 9% | 11.1 −44% |
| Dietary fiber | 4 g | 2.8 g | 10% | 3.3 +23% |
| Protein | 7 g | 4.9 g | 10% | 7.9 −11% |
| Salt | 0.3 g | 0.2 g | 0.9 −63% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 922 Brioches products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other brioches
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Fortified British Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Moistened Sultanas (17%) (Sultanas, Water), Water, Moistened Raisins (10%) (Raisins, Water), Invert Sugar Syrup, Yeast, Moistened Chilean Flame Raisins (2.5%) (Chilean Flame Raisins, Water), Palm Fat, Fortified Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Orange Zest, Lemon Zest, Wheat Gluten, Emulsifier: Mono - and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids; Salt, Potato Starch, Rye Flour, Cinnamon, Coconut Oil, Rapeseed Oil, Maize Starch, Flour Treatment Agent: Ascorbic Acid; Clove Bud Oil, Cassia Oil, Orange Oil, Lemon Grass Oil, Apricot Kernel Oil, Sandalwood Oil, Coriander Seed Oil, Bergamot Oil, Cognac Oil, Balsam Oil, Geranium Oil.
- Allergens
- Gluten
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 portion (70 g)
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 01050578
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in 4 Fruity Hot Cross Buns?
4 Fruity Hot Cross Buns contains 273 kcal per 100 g and about 191 kcal per serving (1 portion (70 g)).
How much sugar is in 4 Fruity Hot Cross Buns?
4 Fruity Hot Cross Buns has 24.1 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is 4 Fruity Hot Cross Buns healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
What allergens does 4 Fruity Hot Cross Buns contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 5, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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