Which bun is right for you?

If you want to take small portions

If you’d like to eat one or more small buns during the film, consider a mini size. PLUS and Jumbo list mini versions in packs of nine, so you may still have some left over for later.

If you’d rather have one larger bun

A standard bun is a better choice if you want one larger snack rather than several small portions. The standard versions listed by PLUS and Jumbo come in packs of six.

If you need to check the ingredients

If certain ingredients or allergens are a deciding factor for you, the information on the latest packaging matters more than the size. For the versions described, PLUS lists ingredients including wheat, rye and milk.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether you want small portions or one larger bun. Then check how many buns are in the pack and look for any information on the packaging that matters to you.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Portion size Check whether they’re mini or standard buns and how many are in the pack. I want to be able to have small portions during the film and save the rest. Around 44% of consumers say being able to divide up the portions is their top priority.
Having one bun and saving the rest Check the number of buns and follow the storage or freezing instructions for the version you choose. If I’d rather eat one larger bun, I want to know what I can do with the rest afterwards. This combination matters most to around 33% of consumers.
Ingredients and allergens Read the latest ingredients list and allergen information on the packaging. Check for iodised baker’s salt if this information is relevant to you. I need to check whether the ingredients meet my own requirements, even if the size is convenient. This is the top priority for around 23% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a mini bun is sold individually

    A smaller bun doesn’t mean you only buy one. The mini versions listed by PLUS and Jumbo come in packs of nine.

    Choose the mini size if you want small portions, and think about when you’ll use the remaining buns before you buy.

  • Assuming every currant bun has the same recipe

    Ingredients and allergens vary between products, and product information can change. So choosing the right size doesn’t tell you whether the ingredients are suitable for you.

    If you have an allergy or specific ingredient requirements, check the latest packaging for the exact version you want to take with you.

  • Assuming every bun contains iodine

    According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bread made with iodised baker’s salt contributes to your iodine intake. This doesn’t tell you how much iodine is in an individual currant bun.

    If you want to know whether iodised baker’s salt is listed, check the ingredients of the product you’ve chosen.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists standard raisin and currant buns, as well as mini raisin and currant buns in a 3-pack.

  • The 3-pack is an option to consider if you’d like to buy fewer buns at a time.
  • Check the latest packaging for ingredients, allergens and packaging details.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists raisin and currant buns in packs of six, and wholemeal mini raisin and currant buns in packs of nine.

  • The product names make it clear which options are standard size and which are mini.
  • If you’re choosing based on ingredients or nutritional value, compare the information on the packaging of the version you’re considering.

PLUS

PLUS lists currant buns in packs of six, mini currant and raisin buns in packs of nine, and a longer-lasting version in a pack of eight.

  • For the pack of eight, PLUS says to freeze the buns on the day of purchase and use them within one month.
  • Storage advice and ingredients vary by version. Check the latest packaging before applying the advice to another pack.

ALDI

ALDI lists packs of six raisin and currant buns as fresh bread, available to buy in store.

  • The pack size of six is listed with the product.
  • Check the packaging in store for ingredients and allergens.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I buy a single currant bun as a cinema snack?

The versions listed by PLUS, Jumbo and ALDI are sold in multipacks, and Albert Heijn also lists a mini 3-pack. If you want to take one bun with you, check how many are in the pack you choose and plan what you’ll do with the rest.

What should I do with the buns left over after the film?

Follow the storage advice on the packaging for your version. For its pack of eight, PLUS says you can freeze the buns on the day of purchase and use them within one month of freezing. Don’t apply this advice to other products without checking first.

Can I rely on the product name if I have an allergy?

No. The name ‘currant bun’ doesn’t tell you which allergens the version you’ve chosen contains. For the versions described, PLUS lists ingredients including wheat, rye and milk. Always check the latest ingredients and allergen information on the packaging before eating.

Does baker’s salt mean every currant bun contains the same amount of iodine?

No. You can’t work out the amount of iodine in each bun from a mention of baker’s salt. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that bread made with iodised baker’s salt contributes to your iodine intake. For a specific currant bun, check the ingredients on the packaging.