Orange Marmalade Hot Cross Buns
Orange Marmalade Hot Cross Buns by Sainsbury's taste the difference provides 271 kcal per 100 g, with 16.2 g of sugars and 8 g of protein. That is 14% less 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: gluten.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 bun (65 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 271 kcal | 176 kcal | 263 | |
| Total fat | 3.6 g | 2.3 g | 3% | 3.8 |
| Saturated fat | 1.1 g | 0.7 g | 3% | 1.3 −18% |
| Carbohydrates | 50 g | 32.5 g | 12% | 49.5 |
| Total sugars | 16.2 g | 10.5 g | 18.9 −14% | |
| Added sugars | 2.5 g | 1.7 g | 3% | 4 −37% |
| Dietary fiber | 3.3 g | 2.1 g | 8% | 3.6 −9% |
| Protein | 8 g | 5.2 g | 10% | 6.8 +17% |
| Salt | 0.3 g | 0.2 g | 0.5 −38% |
*% 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.
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Ingredients
Wheat Flour (Wheat Flour, Calcium Carbonate, Folic Acid, Iron, Niacin, Thiamin), Water, Moistened Sultanas (12%) (Sultanas, Water), Yeast, Candied Orange Peel (3%) (Orange Peel, Sugar, Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Citric Acid), Orange Marmalade (2.5%) (Glucose-Fructose Syrup, Seville Orange, Sugar, Gelling Agent: Amidated Pectin; Acidity Regulators: Trisodium Citrate, Citric Acid; Orange Oil), Palm Fat, Orange Zest (2%), Lemon Zest (1%), Emulsifiers: Mono - and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids, Mono - and Diacetyl Tartaric Acid Esters of Mono - and Diglycerides of Fatty Acids; Fermented Wheat Flour, Potato Starch, Wheat Gluten, Rye Flour, Salt, Rapeseed Oil, Orange Oil, Flavouring, Colour: Lutein; Palm Stearin, Flour Treatment Agent: Ascorbic Acid.
- Allergens
- Gluten
Additives 9
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 260 g
- Serving size
- 1 bun (65 g)
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5063334015695
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Orange Marmalade Hot Cross Buns?
Orange Marmalade Hot Cross Buns contains 271 kcal per 100 g and about 176 kcal per serving (1 bun (65 g)).
How much sugar is in Orange Marmalade Hot Cross Buns?
Orange Marmalade Hot Cross Buns has 16.2 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Orange Marmalade 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 Orange Marmalade Hot Cross Buns contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 26, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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