hot cross buns

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hot cross buns

Morrison · 4

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Nutri-ScoreGood nutritional quality
4
NOVA groupUltra-processed food
233
kcalPer 100 g / 100 ml
Low fatLow saturated fatModerate sugarLow salt
Barcode
0220016000850
Category
Bread rolls
Sold in
United Kingdom

At a glance

hot cross buns (Morrison) is a product in the category “Bread rolls”. It provides 233 kcal (987 kJ) per 100 g. It contains 245% more sugar than the median product in its category. It contains 58% less saturated fat than the median product in its category. It contains 94% less salt than the median product in its category. Its ingredient list contains 12 additives: E1400 - Dextrin, E202 - Potassium sorbate, E220 - Sulphur dioxide, E270 - Lactic acid, E300 - Ascorbic acid, and E330 - Citric acid. It is sold in United Kingdom.

Nutrition facts

Nutrition facts Per 100 g / 100 ml % RI*
Energy 987 kJ / 233 kcal 12%
Fat 1.2 g 2%
Saturated fat 0.21 g 1%
Carbohydrates 46 g 18%
Sugars 11 g 12%
Added sugars 2.2 g
Polyols 0.06 g
Starch 31 g
Fibre 4.7 g 19%
Protein 6.6 g 13%
Salt 0.07 g 1%
Cholesterol 0.01 mg
Alcohol 0 % vol
Vitamin A 0.32 µg
Vitamin D 0.08 µg
Vitamin E 0.61 mg
Vitamin C 0.92 mg
Vitamin B12 0.01 µg
Calcium 25 mg
Iron 1.5 mg
Magnesium 46 mg
Potassium 300 mg
Zinc 1.3 mg
Fruits, vegetables & legumes 31 %

*Reference intake of an average adult (8400 kJ / 2000 kcal).

Compared with similar products

Median values of 531 products in the category “Bread rolls”.

Energy -10%
This product: 233 kcal Category median: 260 kcal
Sugars +245%
This product: 10.7 g Category median: 3.1 g
Fat -60%
This product: 1.2 g Category median: 3 g
Saturated fat -58%
This product: 0.2 g Category median: 0.5 g
Salt -94%
This product: 0.1 g Category median: 1.1 g
Protein -26%
This product: 6.6 g Category median: 8.9 g
Fibre +23%
This product: 4.7 g Category median: 3.8 g

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

Sulphur dioxide and sulphites

Additives

Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in hot cross buns?

hot cross buns contains 233 kcal per 100 g.

Does hot cross buns contain palm oil?

Yes, the ingredient list of hot cross buns includes palm oil or a palm-derived ingredient.

Which additives does hot cross buns contain?

hot cross buns contains E1400 - Dextrin, E202 - Potassium sorbate, E220 - Sulphur dioxide, E270 - Lactic acid, E300 - Ascorbic acid, E330 - Citric acid, E412 - Guar gum, E422 - Glycerol, E471 - Mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, E472e - Mono- and diacetyltartaric acid esters of mono- and diglycerides of fatty acids, E481 - Sodium stearoyl-2-lactylate, and E491 - Sorbitan monostearate.

Which allergens are in hot cross buns?

According to Open Food Facts, the label of hot cross buns lists these allergens: Sulphur dioxide and sulphites. Always check the package.

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