Which size is right for you?

Parents who want to portion them out

Mini portions are easy to share between lunchboxes, playdates or activities where each child gets to choose a bun. For example, PLUS sells a bag of nine mini currant and raisin buns.

Families who like to plan ahead

If you want to use a bag over several occasions, the most useful things to consider are the number of buns and clear storage instructions. The PLUS bag of eight says the buns can be frozen on the day of purchase.

Parents who check ingredients and allergens

For a lunchbox or children's activity, the current packaging matters more than size alone. PLUS lists wheat, rye and milk, among other allergens, for its mini currant and raisin buns.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, work out how many individual portions you need. Then compare the nutritional information and storage advice on packs in the right size range.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Portions and sharing Check the number of buns and whether they are labelled as mini. If each child gets to choose a bun, I want enough individual portions without having to divide up larger buns first. This is the top priority for around 36% of consumers.
Nutritional information Compare fibre, sugars and salt per 100 g; check the ingredients if you’re looking for a wholemeal option. If currant buns go into lunchboxes more often, I want to know which option suits my preferences. Nutritional information is the most important factor for around 29% of consumers.
Storage Read the storage advice and, if you want to freeze them, check the instructions and how long they can be kept on the packaging. If I don’t use the whole bag at once, I want to be able to store the rest according to the product instructions. Stock planning takes priority for around 21% of consumers.
Ingredients and allergens Check the current ingredients list, highlighted allergens and any warnings on the packaging. If a child needs to avoid certain ingredients, I want to know exactly what’s in this variety before handing the buns out. For around 14% of consumers, checking this is the top priority.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming mini means a different recipe

    Mini describes the size, not the ingredients or nutritional value. PLUS mini currant and raisin buns are made with wheat flour and list wheat and milk, among other allergens.

    Compare the nutritional information per 100 g and read the ingredients list for the exact variety you want to buy. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends comparing products per 100 g.

  • Buying a larger bag without a storage plan

    A bag of eight is only practical if you use the buns within the stated time or store them as directed on the packaging.

    PLUS says its bag of eight currant buns can be frozen at home on the day of purchase and should be used within one month. Check the product instructions for any other bag.

  • Judging by the front of the pack alone

    A product name or description on the front doesn’t give you all the information you need to compare ingredients, allergens and nutritional values.

    Read the current ingredients list and nutritional information, and check the clearly highlighted allergens before giving the buns to children.

Brands compared

PLUS

PLUS lists currant buns in bags of six and eight, and mini currant and raisin buns in a bag of nine.

  • The product information gives the number of buns for each variety, along with details about ingredients, allergens and storage.
  • Check the current packaging if the ingredients or storage advice will determine your choice.

Jumbo

Jumbo has product pages for six raisin and currant buns, and for nine mini wholemeal raisin and currant buns.

  • For its six-bun variety, Jumbo lists 2,8 g of fibre per 100 g and recommends storing the buns in a cool, dry place away from light.
  • Check the ingredients and nutritional information on the current packaging for the mini wholemeal variety.

ALDI

ALDI lists raisin and currant buns in packs of six, and mini butter-rich raisin buns in packs of nine. These mini raisin buns are not necessarily the same product as currant buns.

  • The product names make the number of buns and the distinction between regular and mini varieties clear.
  • Check the packaging for the ingredients and nutritional values of the variety you choose.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn groups currant buns and muesli buns in an online product category.

  • The category gives you a starting point for browsing different products.
  • Use the individual product information to check that you’re choosing currant buns, and to find out the size and ingredients of that variety.

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Frequently asked questions

Are mini currant buns automatically a better choice for lunchboxes?

No. Mini describes the size, not the ingredients. Check that the portion suits the occasion, and compare the ingredients and nutritional information per 100 g for the varieties you’re considering.

Which allergens should I check in currant buns?

Always check the current packaging for the variety you’ve chosen. PLUS lists wheat, rye, gluten-containing cereals, milk and lactose, among other allergens, for its mini currant and raisin buns. This list doesn’t necessarily apply to other products.

Can I freeze a bag of currant buns?

For its bags of six and eight currant buns, PLUS says you can freeze them at home on the day of purchase and should use them within one month. For other packaging, follow that product’s storage advice.

Does ‘baker’s salt’ on the label mean the currant buns contain iodine?

You can’t tell from that information alone. If added iodine is important to your choice, check the current product information or ask the manufacturer.