Crosstown UK Seed Oil Report Card
Based on our menu research, Crosstown UK cooks with: British rapeseed oil (all doughnuts deep-fried; vegan range fried in separate rapeseed oil). Dairy doughnuts use butter/cream fillings; gelato is dairy-based (low PUFA).. Across the 36 menu items we analyzed, it averages 2.3g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
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Safest Orders at Crosstown UK
Learn this once: a salad with grilled protein and the dressing left off is nearly always the lowest seed oil order anywhere. So the list below sticks to real meals, salads included, never just a water.
Cleanest full order: Tongan Vanilla Bean Glaze Doughnut + Iced Coffee, 5.0g total
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Vegan Mango Sorbetto | 0.0g |
| Flat White | 0.0g |
| Iced Chocolate | 0.5g |
| Vanilla Gelato | 0.5g |
| Peach & Lavender Cremino Gelato | 0.5g |
What to Avoid at Crosstown UK
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Peanut Butter and Blackcurrant Compote Doughnut | 8.0g |
| Biscotti Doughnut | 6.0g |
| Peanut Butter & Chocolate Cookie | 6.0g |
| Tongan Vanilla Bean Glaze Doughnut | 5.0g |
| Dark Chocolate Truffle Doughnut | 5.0g |
Every Crosstown UK item, ranked
All 36 items we have for Crosstown UK, safest first. Values are estimated grams of seed-oil PUFA per item.
| Item | PUFA |
|---|---|
| Vegan Mango Sorbetto | 0.0g |
| Flat White | 0.0g |
| Cappuccino | 0.0g |
| Americano | 0.0g |
| Double Espresso | 0.0g |
| Matcha Latte | 0.0g |
| Chai Latte | 0.0g |
| Iced Coffee | 0.0g |
| Iced Matcha Latte | 0.0g |
| Latte | 0.0g |
| Mocha | 0.5g |
| Milk Chocolate Gelato | 0.5g |
| Iced Chocolate | 0.5g |
| Hot Chocolate | 0.5g |
| Vanilla Gelato | 0.5g |
| Strawberry Cheesecake Gelato | 0.5g |
| Peach & Lavender Cremino Gelato | 0.5g |
| Cinnamon Scroll Matcha Latte | 0.5g |
| Tongan Vanilla Matcha Latte | 0.5g |
| Mini Tongan Vanilla Bean Custard Doughnuts | 2.0g |
| Mini Chocolate & Strawberry Doughnuts | 2.0g |
| Chocolate Cookie | 3.0g |
| Vegan Peanut, Chocolate and Caramel Gelato | 3.0g |
| Mini Peanut Butter & Blackcurrant Compote Doughnuts | 3.5g |
| Tongan Vanilla Bean Glaze Doughnut | 5.0g |
| Dark Chocolate Truffle Doughnut | 5.0g |
| Hibiscus and Blueberry Doughnut | 5.0g |
| Cinnamon Scroll Doughnut | 5.0g |
| Sri Lankan Cinnamon Sugar Doughnut | 5.0g |
| Chocolate Truffle Doughnut | 5.0g |
| Matcha & Strawberry Doughnut | 5.0g |
| Homemade Raspberry Jam Doughnut | 5.0g |
| Jasmine and Rhubarb Doughnut | 5.0g |
| Biscotti Doughnut | 6.0g |
| Peanut Butter & Chocolate Cookie | 6.0g |
| Peanut Butter and Blackcurrant Compote Doughnut | 8.0g |
Frequently asked
Does Crosstown UK use seed oils?
Based on our menu research, Crosstown UK cooks with: British rapeseed oil (all doughnuts deep-fried; vegan range fried in separate rapeseed oil). Dairy doughnuts use butter/cream fillings; gelato is dairy-based (low PUFA).. Across the 36 menu items we analyzed, it averages 2.3g estimated PUFA per item, earning a seed-oil grade of A (Low Risk).
What oil does Crosstown UK cook with?
Our research indicates: British rapeseed oil (all doughnuts deep-fried; vegan range fried in separate rapeseed oil). Dairy doughnuts use butter/cream fillings; gelato is dairy-based (low PUFA).. Preparation can vary by location, so treat PUFA numbers as estimates.
Does Crosstown UK use beef tallow?
No. Our research indicates Crosstown UK cooks with British rapeseed oil (all doughnuts deep-fried; vegan range fried in separate rapeseed oil). Dairy doughnuts use butter/cream fillings; gelato is dairy-based (low PUFA)., not beef tallow. For chains that fry in tallow or other real fats, see Tallow Watch.
Is Crosstown UK seed oil free?
Largely yes. Our research indicates Crosstown UK cooks with British rapeseed oil (all doughnuts deep-fried; vegan range fried in separate rapeseed oil). Dairy doughnuts use butter/cream fillings; gelato is dairy-based (low PUFA)., which is not an industrial seed oil. Preparation can vary by location.
What is the safest thing to order at Crosstown UK?
Vegan Mango Sorbetto is the lowest-PUFA item we analyzed at Crosstown UK, at an estimated 0.0g PUFA. See the Safest Orders list on this page for more options.
What should I avoid at Crosstown UK?
Peanut Butter and Blackcurrant Compote Doughnut is the highest-PUFA item we analyzed at Crosstown UK, at an estimated 8.0g PUFA. Fried items and creamy, mayo-based sauces are usually the heaviest.
What are seed oils?
Seed oils — canola, soybean, sunflower, corn, and similar vegetable oils — are extracted from seeds using high heat and chemical solvents. They are very high in polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs), which are unstable at cooking temperatures and can oxidize easily. Many health-conscious eaters choose to minimize seed oils and prefer foods cooked in beef tallow, butter, coconut oil, or olive oil instead. This page shows estimated PUFA grams per menu item to help you make more informed choices. These are estimates — actual values vary by preparation and location. New to the topic? Start with what seed oils are and the complete list, or read the evidence on why people avoid them.
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