If you want to take one bun with you
You might not want to carry a whole bag with you on a day at work, university or travelling. Albert Heijn, Jumbo, ALDI, Lidl and PLUS sell currant buns in multipacks, so you can wrap one separately at home.
Who is this useful for?
If you’re keeping an eye on wholemeal and fibre
If wholemeal is a must-have, look beyond the size of the bun. The Albert Heijn wholemeal option described here lists 6.1 g of fibre per 100 g, while Jumbo’s regular currant buns list 2.8 g per 100 g. Always compare the latest nutritional information for the options you’re considering.
If you need to check ingredients and allergens
Wheat, rye, milk and statements about possible traces vary from product to product. So check the ingredients and allergen information on the pack you buy, even if you’ve previously had a different option from the same brand.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide how many buns you want to take for each lunch. Then compare the pack, nutritional information and ingredients for the sizes that suit you.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
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| Taking one portion | Check how many buns are in the pack and the size of each bun. | If I want to take one bun with me, it needs to suit my lunch and be easy to wrap separately. This portioning convenience matters most to around 37% of consumers. |
| Wholemeal and fibre | Look for the wholemeal label and compare the fibre per 100 g shown on the pack. | If I’m specifically looking for a wholemeal currant bun, I want to be able to see how it differs from a regular option on the label. This is the top priority for around 27% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients and allergen information, including any statement about possible traces, on the current pack. | If I need to avoid certain ingredients, the composition of this exact option is what matters most. This check is the highest priority for around 18% of consumers. |
| Lunches for several days | Check the pack size and follow the storage advice on the pack you choose. | If I’m not eating all the buns straight away, I want to know how to store the rest as advised on the pack. For around 18% of consumers, planning for this comes before other considerations. |
Common mistakes
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Mistaking a multipack for individually wrapped lunch portions
The currant buns shown by brands including Albert Heijn, Jumbo and Lidl come in bags or packs containing several buns. That doesn’t mean each bun is wrapped individually.
Check how many buns are in the pack and decide how you’ll take one with you before buying.
Portioning them yourself also means you’ll need a separate wrapper or lunchbox.
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Assuming all currant buns are wholemeal
Albert Heijn’s wholemeal option lists 6.1 g of fibre per 100 g, while Jumbo’s regular option lists 2.8 g per 100 g. These are different products, so the name ‘currant bun’ alone won’t tell you what kind of grain or nutritional value you’re buying.
Check that the pack you choose says wholemeal and compare fibre values on the same basis: per 100 g.
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Relying on an old label from the same brand
Ingredients and allergens can vary between options. The products described here include ingredients such as wheat, milk and, in some cases, rye; statements about possible traces also need your attention.
Read the label on the specific pack before eating the buns.
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Assuming every currant bun contains iodised salt
A mention of iodised salt for one option doesn’t automatically describe the ingredients in other currant buns.
If the type of salt used matters to you, check the ingredients list for the product you’ve chosen.
Brands to consider
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn offers regular and wholemeal raisin and currant buns in a range of pack sizes.
- The wholemeal option described here lists 6.1 g of fibre per 100 g and comes with four buns per pack.
- Four buns in a pack doesn’t mean four individually wrapped lunch portions, so check the current packaging.
Jumbo
Jumbo offers regular raisin and currant buns in a bag of six.
- The regular product information lists nutritional values per 100 g and per bun.
- The option described here includes ingredients such as wheat, cereals containing gluten and milk; check the current label.
Lidl
Lidl offers regular currant buns and a separate mini wholemeal product with raisins.
- Lidl’s regular currant buns come six to a bag.
- Check the pack for ingredients and nutritional information for the option you choose.
ALDI
ALDI offers raisin and currant buns in a pack of six.
- The product description refers to wheat buns with raisins and currants.
- Check the pack in store for allergen and nutritional information.
PLUS
PLUS offers regular and extra-large currant and raisin buns, among other options.
- The extra-large option described here comes four to a bag; PLUS also provides freezing advice for certain other options.
- Size and storage advice vary by option. Also check the ingredients and allergens on the pack you choose.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I buy a currant bun as an individually wrapped lunch portion?
Don’t assume a multipack contains individually wrapped buns: the product pages described for Albert Heijn, Jumbo, ALDI, Lidl and PLUS show packs or bags with several buns. Check the pack contents if individual wrapping is important to you. With a multipack, you can wrap one bun separately at home.
When should I choose a wholemeal currant bun?
Choose a wholemeal option if wholemeal grains are your main requirement. Also check the portion size and label: the Albert Heijn wholemeal option described here lists 6.1 g of fibre per 100 g, but comes in a pack with several buns.
How should I store buns I’m not taking with me straight away?
Follow the storage advice on the pack you choose. For certain options, Jumbo and PLUS advise storing the buns in a cool, dry place away from light. PLUS also provides home-freezing instructions for a specific option.
Do all currant buns contain iodised salt?
You can’t tell from the product category alone. Check the ingredients list for the specific currant bun if you want to know what type of salt is listed.
Which allergens should I check in currant buns?
Always read the allergen information on the current pack. The options described here include ingredients such as wheat, cereals containing gluten, milk and, in some cases, rye. Statements about possible traces also vary by product.