Hot Cross Bun by Asda Extra Special

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Hot Cross Bun

by Asda Extra Special 9 in Bread rolls Barcode 5063089337523
Nutri-Score
Poor nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Unknown

Hot Cross Bun by Asda Extra Special provides 279 kcal per 100 g, with 24 g of sugars and 7.3 g of protein. That is 377% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D. It is listed in the Bread rolls category and comes in a 9 pack.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
3.4 g · Moderate
Saturated fat
1.8 g · Moderate
Sugars
24 g · High
Salt
0.3 g · Low

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 279 kcal 269
Total fat 3.4 g 4.6 −25%
Saturated fat 1.8 g 1.1 +66%
Carbohydrates 54 g 46.1 +17%
Total sugars 24 g 5 +377%
Dietary fiber 2.6 g 4.4 −41%
Protein 7.3 g 9.2 −21%
Salt 0.3 g 1.2 −77%

Category average across 847 Bread rolls products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other bread rolls

Calories higher 29%
Sugars higher 3%
Salt lower 4%
Saturated fat higher 13%
Protein top 89%
Fiber top 75%

Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.

Product details

Quantity
9
Sold in
United Kingdom
Barcode
5063089337523

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Hot Cross Bun?

Hot Cross Bun contains 279 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Hot Cross Bun?

Hot Cross Bun has 24 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Hot Cross Bun healthy?

It has a Nutri-Score of D (A is best, E is worst). Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.

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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