Is Sainsbury's 4 Chocolate Hot Cross Buns Vegan?

No. This product is not vegan as it lists 1 ingredient that derives from animals and 3 ingredients that could could derive from animals depending on the source.

Why it's not vegan

  • dried egg white
  • xanthan gum
  • glycerine
  • lecithins

dried egg white

Dietitian note

This ingredient comes from animals.

Note by Rhyan Geiger, RDN

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Ingredients

Water, Tapioca Starch, Dark Chocolate Chips (11%) (cane Sugar, Cocoa Mass, Cocoa Butter, Emulsifier: Lecithins), Rice Flour, Sugar, Potato Starch, Vegetable Fibres (bamboo Fibre, Flaxseed Fibre, Psyllium Fibre, Potato Fibre, Pea Fibre, Rice Fibre), Fat Reduced Cocoa Powder, Rapeseed Oil, Lentil Flour, Thickeners: Hydroxypropyl Methyl Cellulose, Xanthan Gum; Humectant: Glycerine; Pea Flour, Millet Flour, Yeast, Whole Flaxseed Meal, Dried Egg White, Salt, Yeast Extract, Fermented Corn, Flavourings.

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What is a Vegan diet?

A vegan diet excludes all animal-derived foods, including meat, poultry, fish, dairy, eggs, and honey. It focuses on plant-based sources such as fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, nuts, and seeds. Many people choose veganism for ethical, environmental, or health reasons. When well-planned, it provides sufficient protein, fiber, and antioxidants, though supplementation or fortified foods may be needed for nutrients like vitamin B12, iron, and omega-3 fatty acids. Vegan diets are associated with lower risks of heart disease and improved digestion but require mindfulness to ensure balanced and complete nutrition.

About this product

Bread · Roll

Flavor
SweetChocolatey
Texture
SoftFluffyChewy
Commonly used for
BreakfastSnackingOn The Go