Not a fan of hot cross buns? Or maybe you want the Easter treat to be more exciting?

A new range unveiled by Asda for Easter might be enough to change your mind.

Especially if you're a chocoholic, coeliac or vegan.

It is traditional to eat hot cross buns on Good Friday.

The spiced, sweet buns - with a white cross on top (usually made from icing sugar or a paste of flour and water) symbolising the cross Jesus was crucified on - are a popular food over Easter.

But not everyone likes them or is able to eat them.

Supermarket chain Asda has now broadened the appeal of the snacks with a new range.

Extra Fruity hot cross buns from Asda
Extra Fruity hot cross buns from Asda

It includes: Extra Fruity Hot Cross Buns, All Butter Fudge Hot Cross Buns, Belgian Chocolate Mini Hot Cross Buns, Triple Berry Hot Cross Buns and Free From Hot Cross Buns.

From the berries in the Extra Special Triple Berry Hot Cross Buns to the rich Belgian chocolate in the Extra Special Belgian Chocolate Mini Hot Cross Buns, this year’s range aims to provide a bun for everyone.

It also sees the return of Asda’s Free From Hot Cross Buns ensuring those with a gluten and wheat intolerance can enjoy the Easter treat.

Asda's Free From hot cross buns contain no gluten, dairy or egg
Asda's Free From hot cross buns contain no gluten, dairy or egg

It’s new and improved this year meaning it’s now suitable for those living a vegan lifestyle.

Sonia Collins, product developer at Asda, said: "Hot cross buns are Easter essentials and with even more set to be eaten this year, we want to make sure we have a bun that tickles everyone’s taste buds.

"Whether you’re obsessed with chocolate, prefer a fruity flavour, or live a vegan lifestyle, we’ve got mouth-watering options, ensuring something for all the family to enjoy."

Belgian chocolate mini hot cross buns from Asda
Belgian chocolate mini hot cross buns from Asda

Asda’s Extra Special hot cross buns are available for £1.20 and the Free From Hot Cross Bunsare available for £2. You can still pick up Asda’s Baker Selection Hot Cross Buns in-store for 65p, or 2 for £1.

Products are available in selected Asda stores and from Asda.com

To find your nearest branch, use the Asda store locator here

Triple Berry hot cross buns from Asda
Triple Berry hot cross buns from Asda