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4 Hot Cross Buns
Hot Cross Buns
4 Hot Cross Buns by Tesco provides 262 kcal per 100 g, with 18.6 g of sugars and 7.7 g of protein. That is 271% 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 Bread rolls category and comes in a 280 g pack. Contains: gluten, soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 70 g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 262 kcal | 183 kcal | 269 | |
| Total fat | 3 g | 2.1 g | 3% | 4.5 −34% |
| Saturated fat | 1.1 g | 0.8 g | 4% | 1.1 |
| Carbohydrates | 49.5 g | 34.7 g | 13% | 46.1 +7% |
| Total sugars | 18.6 g | 13 g | 5 +271% | |
| Added sugars | 3 g | 2.1 g | 4% | 2.1 +43% |
| Dietary fiber | 2.6 g | 1.8 g | 6% | 4.4 −41% |
| Protein | 7.7 g | 5.4 g | 11% | 9.2 −17% |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 0.5 g | 1.2 −42% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 848 Bread rolls products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other bread rolls
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Water, Orange Soaked Raisins (11%) (Raisins, Orange Juice From Concentrate), Orange Soaked Sultanas (9%) (Sultanas, Orange Juice From Concentrate), Orange Soaked Currants (3.5%) (Currants, Orange Juice From Concentrate), Invert Sugar Syrup, Yeast, Mixed Peel (2.5%) (Orange Peel, Lemon Peel), Palm Oil, Wheat Protein, Maize Starch, Salt, Rapeseed Oil, Flavouring, Emulsifier (Mono and Di-Glycerides of Fatty Acids), Soya Flour, Palm Fat, Flour Treatment Agent (Ascorbic Acid), Wheat Starch. Allergy Advice For allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. Also, may contain milk and egg.
- Allergens
- GlutenSoybeans
- May contain traces
- EggsMilk
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 280 g
- Serving size
- 70 g
- Sold in
- Ireland
- Barcode
- 5057373264596
Prices reported by shoppers
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in 4 Hot Cross Buns?
4 Hot Cross Buns contains 262 kcal per 100 g and about 183 kcal per serving (70 g).
How much sugar is in 4 Hot Cross Buns?
4 Hot Cross Buns has 18.6 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is 4 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 Hot Cross Buns contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Soybeans. It may also contain traces of eggs, milk. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 2, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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