Who is this relevant for?

Barbecue planners buying for a group

You want to work out in advance how many buns you’ll need and how many packs to buy.

Early shoppers planning to freeze them

You’re doing the shopping before the barbecue and want to know whether you can freeze the buns on the day you buy them.

Shoppers checking labels for guests

You want to check the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information before serving the currant buns.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, work out how many buns you need. Then choose based on when you’re shopping and what you need to check on the label for your guests.

What to consider What to check Who it matters to
Number of buns Count the portions you need and compare them with the number of buns in each pack. If I’m buying for a group, I want enough buns without being left with unopened packs; around 33% of consumers prioritise working out how much they need.
Buying in advance Check whether you can freeze them on the day you buy them, and follow the storage instructions for the variant you choose. I want to do the shopping before the barbecue and keep the buns until they’re needed; planning ahead is the main concern for around 25% of consumers.
Ingredients and allergens Read the current label, including any statements about the possible presence of other allergens. If guests have allergies, I need to check what’s in the buns; around 25% of consumers prioritise finding options suitable for their guests.
Nutritional information Compare the nutritional values per 100 g, including fibre, sugars and salt. I want to check the nutritional information before choosing a variant; fibre is the top priority for around 17% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Looking only at the pack size

    The packs reviewed contain four, six or eight buns. A larger pack won’t necessarily suit the number of guests you’re expecting.

    Work out how many portions you want to serve, then count how many packs you’ll need.

  • Assuming every currant bun is suitable for all guests

    The variants described from Jumbo, PLUS and Albert Heijn list wheat or gluten and milk or lactose. Statements about other allergens vary by product.

    If a guest has an allergy or intolerance, always check the current packaging and choose a suitable alternative if needed.

  • Buying in advance without a storage plan

    For the packs described, PLUS says you can freeze them at home on the day you buy them and use them within one month. Storage instructions vary by product.

    Check the label when you shop and plan when to defrost the buns for the barbecue.

Brands to consider

ALDI

A supermarket option with a six-pack of raisin and currant buns.

  • The pack described contains six buns.

Jumbo

A six-pack of raisin and currant buns with product information available online.

  • Jumbo lists the ingredients, allergens, nutritional values and storage instructions for this variant.
  • The variant described contains wheat and milk; check the current label before serving it to your guests.

PLUS

Packs of currant buns containing six or eight buns, for those who want to shop in advance.

  • PLUS says both variants described can be frozen at home on the day you buy them.
  • According to the product information, use the frozen buns within one month.

Albert Heijn

A wholemeal raisin and currant bun in a pack of four.

  • For the wholemeal variant described, Albert Heijn lists 6,1 g of fibre per 100 g.
  • This pack contains four buns, so bear that in mind when buying for a group.

Lidl

A supermarket option for currant buns in a pack of six.

  • Lidl lists six buns per pack and says they’re available in store.

Joybuy products

Related products will be available soon.

Frequently asked questions

Can I freeze currant buns for the barbecue in advance?

The PLUS packs described and the Albert Heijn wholemeal variant can be frozen on the day you buy them. Follow the instructions on your chosen pack for storage and defrosting; PLUS says to use them within one month.

Are regular currant buns suitable for guests with a gluten or milk allergy?

Don’t assume they are: the variants described from Jumbo, PLUS and Albert Heijn list wheat or gluten and milk or lactose. Check the current label for each product, including statements about the possible presence of other allergens.

Does bread in the Netherlands have to be made with iodised baker’s salt?

No. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, using baker’s salt is not compulsory. Check the label on the currant buns you choose if you want to find out whether baker’s salt has been used.