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Waitrose 4 spicy & plump richly fruited hot cross buns
Nutri-Score C NOVA 4
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Waitrose 4 spicy & plump richly fruited hot cross buns
Hot cross buns
Waitrose 4 spicy & plump richly fruited hot cross buns by Waitrose provides 266 kcal per 100 g, with 16.4 g of sugars and 7.2 g of protein. That is 13% 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. Contains: eggs, gluten, milk.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 266 kcal | 263 |
| Total fat | 3.5 g | 3.8 −7% |
| Saturated fat | 1.4 g | 1.3 +5% |
| Carbohydrates | 49.4 g | 49.5 |
| Total sugars | 16.4 g | 18.9 −13% |
| Added sugars | 0.4 g | 4 −89% |
| Dietary fiber | 4 g | 3.6 +10% |
| Protein | 7.2 g | 6.8 +6% |
| Salt | 0.4 g | 0.5 −34% |
*% 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), soaked vine fruits (27%) (sultanas, raisins, Chilean flame raisins), water, currants (4%), yeast, pasteurised free range _egg_, butter (_milk_), _milk_ whey powder, wheat dextrose, _wheat_ gluten, emulsifiers (mono - and diglycerides of fatty acids), orange zest, lemon zest, salt, flavouring, potato starch, rapeseed oil, sunflower oil, flour treatment agent (ascorbic acid)
- Allergens
- EggsGlutenMilk
- May contain traces
- NutsSesame seeds
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 5000169065044
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Waitrose 4 spicy & plump richly fruited hot cross buns?
Waitrose 4 spicy & plump richly fruited hot cross buns contains 266 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Waitrose 4 spicy & plump richly fruited hot cross buns?
Waitrose 4 spicy & plump richly fruited hot cross buns has 16.4 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered moderate by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Waitrose 4 spicy & plump richly fruited 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.
Is Waitrose 4 spicy & plump richly fruited hot cross buns vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Waitrose 4 spicy & plump richly fruited hot cross buns contain?
According to the label data it contains: Eggs, Gluten, Milk. It may also contain traces of nuts, sesame seeds. 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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