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Hot cross buns
Hot cross buns by Morrison provides 233 kcal per 100 g, with 10.7 g of sugars and 6.6 g of protein. That is 43% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is B and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Hot cross buns category and comes in a 4 pack. Contains: gluten, sulphur dioxide and sulphites.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 233 kcal | 263 −12% |
| Total fat | 1.2 g | 3.8 −68% |
| Saturated fat | 0.2 g | 1.3 −84% |
| Carbohydrates | 46.4 g | 49.5 −6% |
| Total sugars | 10.7 g | 18.9 −43% |
| Added sugars | 2.2 g | 4 −46% |
| Dietary fiber | 4.7 g | 3.6 +29% |
| Protein | 6.6 g | 6.8 |
| Salt | 0.1 g | 0.5 −87% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, 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
Fortified wheat flour ( wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), Sultana, Water, Raisins, Yeast, Sugar, Mixed peel (Orange peel, Glucose-fructose syrup, Sucrose, Lemon peel, Acidity Regulator (Citric acid), Preservative ( Sulphur dioxide)), Icing sugar, Rapeseed oil, Wheat gluten, Emulsifiers (Mono - and diglycerides of fatty acids, Mono - and diacetyltartaric acid esters of mono - and diglycerides of fatty acids, Sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate, Sorbitan monostearate), Salt, Humectant (Glycerine), Dextrin, Palm oil, Flavouring, Acidity Regulators (Lactic acid, Citric acid), clove, preservative (Potassium sorbate), Flour Treatment Agent (Ascorbic acid), Stabiliser (Guar gum). ALLERGY ADVICE: For allergens, Including cereals containing gluten, see Ingredients in bold. May contain other allergens. Prepared in an open kitchen so we cannot guarantee suitability for people with allergin
- Allergens
- GlutenSulphur dioxide and sulphites
Additives 12
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 4
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 0220016000850
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Hot cross buns?
Hot cross buns contains 233 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Hot cross buns?
Hot cross buns has 10.7 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Hot cross buns healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of B (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 Hot cross buns contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Sulphur dioxide and sulphites. 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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