Salted caramel & chocolate hot cross buns

by Tesco Finest in Bakery products Barcode 5057753905712
Poor nutritional quality
Ultra-processed food

Salted caramel & chocolate hot cross buns by Tesco Finest provides 322 kcal per 100 g, with 19.5 g of sugars and 7.7 g of protein. That is 45% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Bakery products category. Contains: gluten, milk, soybeans.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
7.9 g · Moderate
Saturated fat
3.4 g · Moderate
Sugars
19.5 g · Moderate
Salt
0.6 g · Moderate

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 322 kcal 209 kcal 363 −11%
Total fat 7.9 g 5.1 g 7% 12 −35%
Saturated fat 3.4 g 2.2 g 11% 4.2 −19%
Carbohydrates 53.9 g 35 g 13% 54.7
Total sugars 19.5 g 12.7 g 13.5 +45%
Added sugars 17.5 g 11.4 g 23% 8.8 +99%
Dietary fiber 2.5 g 1.6 g 6% 3.2 −23%
Protein 7.7 g 5 g 10% 8
Salt 0.6 g 0.4 g 1.3 −56%

*% 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

Calories lower 39%
Sugars higher 33%
Salt lower 27%
Saturated fat higher 39%
Protein top 54%
Fiber top 54%

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], Water, Salted Caramel Fudge Pieces (11%) [Sugar, Palm Oil, Glucose Syrup, Milk, Water, Shea Fat, Salt, Maize Starch, Thickener (Powdered Cellulose), Milk Sugar, Emulsifier (Sunflower Lecithins)], Dark Chocolate Chips (8%) [Sugar, Cocoa Mass, Cocoa Butter, Emulsifier (Soya Lecithins)], Palm Oil, Wheat Gluten, Demerara Sugar, Invert Sugar Syrup, Yeast, Emulsifiers (Mono - and Di-Glycerides of Fatty Acids, Mono - and Di-Acetyl Tartaric Acid Esters of Mono - and Di-Glycerides of Fatty Acids), Caramelised Sugar Syrup, Salt, Potato Dextrin, Flavouring, Rapeseed Oil, Mixed Spices, Flour Treatment Agent (Ascorbic Acid). Allergy Advice For allergens, including cereals containing gluten, see ingredients in bold. Also, may contain sesame seeds and egg. ✓ St Suitable for vegetarians STORAGE

Contains palm oilNot vegan
Allergens
GlutenMilkSoybeans
May contain traces
EggsSesame seeds

Additives 7

E322 - Lecithins
Antioxidant

Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.

Product details

Serving size
1 bun (65 g)
Sold in
United Kingdom
Barcode
5057753905712

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Salted caramel & chocolate hot cross buns?

Salted caramel & chocolate hot cross buns contains 322 kcal per 100 g and about 209 kcal per serving (1 bun (65 g)).

How much sugar is in Salted caramel & chocolate hot cross buns?

Salted caramel & chocolate hot cross buns has 19.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Salted caramel & chocolate hot cross buns healthy?

It has a Nutri-Score of D (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 Salted caramel & chocolate hot cross buns vegan?

Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.

What allergens does Salted caramel & chocolate hot cross buns contain?

According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Milk, Soybeans. It may also contain traces of eggs, sesame seeds. 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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