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Free From Gluten Free Hot Cross Buns
Free From Gluten Free Hot Cross Buns by Waitrose provides 268 kcal per 100 g, with 21 g of sugars and 3 g of protein. That is 11% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Hot cross buns category and comes in a 260 g pack. Contains: eggs.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 65 g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 268 kcal | 174 kcal | 263 | |
| Total fat | 5.5 g | 3.6 g | 5% | 3.8 +46% |
| Saturated fat | 0.4 g | 0.3 g | 2% | 1.3 −70% |
| Carbohydrates | 47.6 g | 30.9 g | 11% | 49.5 |
| Total sugars | 21 g | 13.7 g | 18.9 +11% | |
| Added sugars | 0.7 g | 0.4 g | 1% | 4 −83% |
| Dietary fiber | 7.8 g | 5.1 g | 18% | 3.6 +115% |
| Protein | 3 g | 2 g | 4% | 6.8 −56% |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 0.4 g | 0.5 |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 24 Hot cross buns products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other hot cross buns
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Orange soaked vine fruits (32%) (sultanas, raisins, currants, water, concentrated orange juice), water, potato starch, rice flour, tapioca starch, maize starch, rapeseed oil, yeast, Invert sugar syrup, orange peel, rice starch, psyllium husk powder, stabilisers (hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose, xanthan gum), humectant (vegetable glycerol), bamboo fibre, raisin juice, ground cinnamon, free range dried egg albumen, salt, rice protein, ground ginger, potato dextrin, maize flour.
- Allergens
- Eggs
Additives 4
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 260 g
- Serving size
- 65 g
- Labels & certifications
- No glutenVegetarianFreezable
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5000169603680
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Free From Gluten Free Hot Cross Buns?
Free From Gluten Free Hot Cross Buns contains 268 kcal per 100 g and about 174 kcal per serving (65 g).
How much sugar is in Free From Gluten Free Hot Cross Buns?
Free From Gluten Free Hot Cross Buns has 21 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Free From Gluten Free Hot Cross Buns healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of C (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.
Is Free From Gluten Free Hot Cross Buns vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Free From Gluten Free Hot Cross Buns contain?
According to the label data it contains: Eggs. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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