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Ingredients (original text)
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
Why can't we give a definite answer for hot cross buns?
Our automated analysis could not reach a reliable verdict on whether hot cross buns fits a vegan diet. Reasons:
- At least one ingredient can come from either a plant or an animal source (things like "natural flavouring"), so Open Food Facts could not fully verify this product
Rather than guessing, we prefer to tell you honestly when the data is incomplete. If you follow a vegan diet for health or religious reasons, please check the product packaging or contact the manufacturer directly before consuming this product.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available ingredient data from Open Food Facts. Product formulations change frequently. This is not medical, nutritional, or religious advice.
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Frequently asked questions
Is hot cross buns Vegan?
We cannot say for certain. At least one ingredient can come from either a plant or an animal source (things like "natural flavouring"), so Open Food Facts could not fully verify this product Please check the product label or contact the manufacturer.
Does hot cross buns contain allergens?
Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Fortified wheat flour ( wheat flour, calcium carbonate, iron, niacin, thiamin), Sultana, Water, Raisins, Yeast, Sugar, Mixed peel (Orange peel, Glucos...
Is hot cross buns ultra-processed?
By the NOVA classification in its label data, hot cross buns is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.
Can I eat hot cross buns on a Vegan diet?
We recommend caution: the data we have is not sufficient to confirm that hot cross buns fits a Vegan diet. Check the label or look for a certified alternative.