Which bag works best for your group?

A group where everyone wants a whole bun

If you want to have a currant bun ready for everyone, the bags of 8 standard buns from PLUS and 10 standard buns from Albert Heijn are practical sizes to compare with your group size.

A snack table with smaller portions

If you’re serving other snacks too, you could choose mini currant buns that guests can help themselves to. PLUS and Lidl both have a bag of 9 mini buns.

A group that needs to check the label

Check the ingredients and allergens on the specific pack before serving. The Albert Heijn and PLUS varieties described here list cereals containing gluten and milk ingredients, among other things.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether you want to serve whole buns or small bites, and how many people will be eating. Then check that the pack you choose suits the amount you might have left over and the ingredients your group can eat.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Enough whole portions Compare the number of standard buns in each bag with the number of people who want a whole bun. If everyone wants a whole bun, the bag needs to contain enough individual portions. Around 36% of consumers put this first.
Leftovers Choose a suitable bag size and read the storage instructions in case you have buns left over. If you’re watching with a small group, you may not want to be left with a large bag. Around 29% of consumers prioritise avoiding leftovers.
Small snack portions Compare mini buns with standard buns. Look at the total weight as well as the number of buns. With other snacks on the table, I’d rather people could help themselves to small buns than have to take a whole standard bun. For around 21% of consumers, small portions are their first choice.
Ingredients and allergens Read the current ingredients list and allergen information. If you need a gluten-free option, check that the pack itself clearly says so. If someone needs to avoid certain ingredients, I want to be able to check the label before sharing the buns. For around 14% of consumers, this check is the most important factor.

Common mistakes

  • Comparing only the number of buns

    Nine mini buns and six standard buns aren’t the same size portion. So a bag with more buns may not be the best choice if everyone is expecting a whole bun.

    Decide how you want to serve the buns, then compare their size, the number in the bag and, where listed, the total weight.

  • Assuming ordinary currant buns are gluten-free

    The standard and mini varieties from Albert Heijn and PLUS described here list cereals containing gluten. The packs reviewed also list milk ingredients.

    Check the current label before sharing, including any statements about ingredients the product may contain. If you need a gluten-free product, choose one that is clearly labelled gluten-free.

  • Buying a large bag without a plan for leftovers

    You may have buns left over if you’re watching with a smaller group. Freezing instructions vary by pack and may specify that you need to freeze the buns on the day of purchase.

    Choose a bag that suits your group, or check the freezing instructions for the specific variety in advance.

  • Assuming every currant bun contains baker’s salt

    According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bakers aren’t required to use baker’s salt. So you can’t tell whether it’s been used just from the product category.

    If you want to know which salt has been used, check the ingredients list for baker’s salt or iodised salt.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

AH Extra lang lekker raisin and currant buns come in a bag of 10 standard buns, making them an option if you want to serve whole buns to a group.

  • Albert Heijn says this variety can be frozen at home on the day of purchase.
  • The product information lists wheat, rye, cereals containing gluten, milk and lactose, among other things. Check the current label.

PLUS

PLUS offers bags of 6 or 8 standard buns and a bag of 9 mini currant and raisin buns, so you can choose a size to suit the occasion.

  • For its bags of 6 and 8, PLUS advises freezing the buns on the day of purchase and using them within one month.
  • The products described list cereals containing gluten and milk ingredients, among other things. Check the information on any other allergens for each variety too.

Lidl

Lidl has a bag of 6 currant buns and a 360 g bag of 9 mini raisin and currant buns.

  • The mini size gives you individual, smaller portions to serve alongside other snacks.
  • Lidl describes its mini variety as made with butter. Check the pack for full ingredients and allergen information.

ALDI

ALDI has a pack of 6 raisin and currant buns, a size to consider if you’re not expecting a large group.

  • With 6 individual buns, you can match the number in the pack to the number of people eating.
  • Check the pack for current ingredients, allergen and nutritional information.

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Frequently asked questions

How many currant buns should I get for a TV night?

Work out how many people are likely to want a whole bun, or choose mini buns if you’re serving other snacks too. The packs described include 6, 8 or 10 standard buns and 9 mini buns. Compare the size before counting only the number of buns.

Can I freeze leftover currant buns?

You can if the pack for your variety says it’s suitable. For AH Extra lang lekker, Albert Heijn says to freeze the buns on the day of purchase. For the bags of 6 and 8 described here, PLUS also says to use them within one month. Always follow the instructions on the pack you’ve chosen.

Are ordinary currant buns gluten-free?

Don’t assume they are: the ordinary varieties from Albert Heijn and PLUS described here list cereals containing gluten. If you need a gluten-free product, look for a clear gluten-free label on the pack. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre also recommends looking for the Crossed Grain symbol.

Does every currant bun contain iodised baker’s salt?

No, you can’t assume that every currant bun does. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bakers aren’t required to use baker’s salt. Check the ingredients list on the pack you’ve chosen if you want to know whether baker’s salt or iodised salt has been used.