Who is this choice relevant to?

The host who wants to offer wholemeal

Wants to serve a clearly labelled wholemeal option alongside a sweet fruit bun. They check the packaging and compare the fibre per 100 g.

The host with fussy guests

Is looking for small buns that are easy to hand out to guests who would rather have a soft white bun than a wholemeal one.

The buffet planner keeping an eye on allergens

Wants to check the ingredients and allergens in each chosen variety before serving, and keep the packaging next to the plates.

What should you look for in currant buns for a BBQ?

Decide what matters most for your guests: a wholemeal option, small white portions or checking the ingredients. Then choose the exact varieties and read their labels.

What to look for What to check when buying Who is it mainly for?
Wholemeal and fibre Look for the word ‘wholemeal’ on the packaging and compare the fibre per 100 g of the varieties you’re choosing. If I want to serve a clearly labelled wholemeal fruit bun, its brown colour alone isn’t enough. For around 45% of consumers, wholemeal and fibre would be their main concern when buying.
Soft, small portions Check the product description, size and number of buns in the pack. If I’m putting out a plate where guests can easily help themselves to a small white bun, I don’t want to serve large portions. For around 33% of consumers, ease of sharing would be the priority.
Ingredients and allergens Check both ‘contains’ and ‘may contain’ information on each current pack, and keep the varieties separate. If guests have food allergies or intolerances, I want to be able to show them what’s in each bun. For around 22% of consumers, checking the label would be their top priority.

Common mistakes when choosing

  • Assuming a brown or multigrain bun is wholemeal

    According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bread labelled ‘wholemeal’ is made from 100% wholemeal flour; brown bread can be a mixture of wholemeal flour and white flour. So colour alone isn’t enough to go by.

    Look for the word ‘wholemeal’ on the packaging of the fruit bun you want to buy.

  • Comparing fibre per bun without considering its size

    Albert Heijn lists 6.1 g of fibre per 100 g for its wholemeal raisin and currant buns, and 3.4 g per 100 g for its white mini variety. Comparing the figures per bun would also factor in the difference in portion size.

    For a like-for-like comparison, check the nutrition information per 100 g for the exact varieties.

  • Removing the packaging once the buns are on the table

    The allergen information for the Albert Heijn and PLUS products mentioned includes cereals containing gluten and milk. Information varies by product and can change.

    Keep each pack next to its plate, and let guests with allergies check the latest information themselves.

  • Assuming an online listing means it’s available in store

    Jumbo says its mini wholemeal raisin and currant buns are no longer part of its online range. A product listing doesn’t guarantee it’ll be available when you do your shopping.

    Check which varieties you can actually buy shortly before your BBQ, and decide in advance what you’ll choose if one isn’t available.

Brands compared

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists both white mini raisin and currant buns and a wholemeal variety, so you can compare these two types of product.

  • Ingredients, allergen and nutrition information is available for the varieties mentioned; Albert Heijn lists 3.4 g and 6.1 g of fibre per 100 g respectively.
  • These figures apply to those varieties. Check the packaging you buy, as product information can change.

PLUS

PLUS lists fruit buns in different sizes, as well as separate wholemeal rolls.

  • The product information for the mini and giant fruit buns mentioned makes it easier to compare their size, ingredients and allergens.
  • According to PLUS, the mini fruit buns mentioned are white wheat raisin and currant buns. The separate wholemeal rolls aren’t necessarily wholemeal fruit buns.

Lidl

Lidl lists mini wholemeal raisin buns and mini raisin and currant buns separately.

  • Both listings are useful if you’re looking for two different types of mini bun for a BBQ.
  • Check the label on the pack you choose for nutrition and allergen information, and confirm availability at your local store.

ALDI

ALDI lists soft wheat rolls with raisins and currants in a pack of six.

  • The pack size makes it easy to compare the number of buns with the portions you need for your guests.
  • If you’re looking for a wholemeal option or need to check for specific allergens, don’t rely on this product description; check the label on the exact variety.

Jumbo

Jumbo has a listing for mini wholemeal raisin and currant buns, and also lists regular wholemeal rolls.

  • The product names make it clear which type of bun you’re looking for: a fruit bun or a plain wholemeal roll.
  • Jumbo lists the mini wholemeal fruit buns mentioned as no longer available online. The nutrition information for plain wholemeal rolls doesn’t automatically apply to fruit buns.

Currant buns at Joybuy

Related products coming soon.

Frequently asked questions

Is a brown or multigrain currant bun automatically wholemeal?

No. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bread labelled ‘wholemeal’ is made from 100% wholemeal flour, while brown bread can be a mixture of wholemeal flour and white flour. So check the packaging of the fruit bun you choose.

How do I check for allergens when serving different currant buns?

Check the latest packaging for each variety and keep it next to the right plate. The Albert Heijn and PLUS varieties mentioned include cereals containing gluten and milk; also look out for any ‘may contain’ warnings and make sure the different types don’t get mixed up on the buffet.

Can I freeze currant buns ahead of the BBQ?

According to the product information, you can do this with the Albert Heijn varieties mentioned on the day you buy them. Albert Heijn advises using them within one month of freezing and defrosting before serving. For any other variety, follow the storage instructions on its packaging.

Do currant buns always contain iodised salt?

Don’t assume they do: check the ingredients on the pack you buy. Albert Heijn lists iodised salt in the white mini and wholemeal varieties mentioned, but that doesn’t tell you anything about other currant buns.