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Hot Cross Buns
Hot Cross Buns by Tesco provides 251 kcal per 100 g, with 17.5 g of sugars and 7.7 g of protein. That is 30% 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 Bakery products category. Contains: gluten, soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 serving (70 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 251 kcal | 176 kcal | 363 −31% | |
| Total fat | 2.1 g | 1.5 g | 2% | 12 −83% |
| Saturated fat | 0.7 g | 0.5 g | 3% | 4.2 −83% |
| Carbohydrates | 48.1 g | 33.7 g | 12% | 54.7 −12% |
| Total sugars | 17.5 g | 12.3 g | 13.5 +30% | |
| Added sugars | 1 g | 0.7 g | 1% | 8.8 −89% |
| Dietary fiber | 4.2 g | 2.9 g | 10% | 3.2 +32% |
| Protein | 7.7 g | 5.4 g | 11% | 8 |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 0.3 g | 1.3 −64% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 234 Bakery products products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other bakery products
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], Moistened Mixed Fruits (25%) [Sultanas, Raisins, Currants, Water], Water, Mixed Peel (2%) [Orange Peel, Lemon Peel], Invert Sugar Syrup, Yeast, Wheat Gluten, Potato Dextrin, Wheat Protein, Palm Oil, Salt, Emulsifiers (Mono - and Di-Acetyl Tartaric Acid Esters of Mono - and Di-Glycerides of Fatty Acids, Mono - and Di-Glycerides of Fatty Acids), Palm Fat, Flavouring, Rapeseed Oil, Vegetable Fibre, Soya Flour, Flour Treatment Agent (Ascorbic Acid).
- Allergens
- GlutenSoybeans
Additives 4
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Serving size
- 1 serving (70 g)
- Labels & certifications
- Vegetarian
- Sold in
- France, United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5000119274960
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Hot Cross Buns?
Hot Cross Buns contains 251 kcal per 100 g and about 176 kcal per serving (1 serving (70 g)).
How much sugar is in Hot Cross Buns?
Hot Cross Buns has 17.5 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 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.
What allergens does Hot Cross Buns contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated July 29, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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