Who are these options for?

People with coeliac disease

You’re looking for a gluten-free alternative to a currant bun and also check whether the allergen information takes account of any other allergies you may have.

Lunch-goers comparing nutritional values

You want to know how much fibre, sugar and salt the product contains per 100 g and per serving, and what else you’re having for lunch.

Shoppers who want to store portions

You’re choosing between individual buns and sliced bread, checking the storage instructions and confirming that the exact product is available.

What should you look for when choosing?

If you have coeliac disease, check that the product is labelled gluten-free before weighing up its format, nutritional value or ease of storage. The Dutch Coeliac Association defines gluten-free as containing less than 20 mg of gluten per kilo of product.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Gluten and allergens Read the gluten-free label and the latest allergen information; also check for any other allergens that are relevant to you. If I have coeliac disease, I need to be able to identify a gluten-free alternative, even if I’m also checking for other allergens. This check is the top priority for around 42% of consumers.
Nutritional value and lunch Compare fibre, sugar and salt per 100 g and per serving; also think about the rest of your lunch. If I regularly have a sweet bread product for lunch, I want to know how the portion fits in with what else I eat. Around 33% of consumers give this consideration top priority.
Format and availability Check whether you’re buying individual buns or sliced bread, follow the freezing instructions and check the exact product with your shop. I want to be able to store portions without relying on a product my shop doesn’t stock. This practical convenience matters most to around 25% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming gluten-free means a complete lunch

    The gluten-free label tells you nothing about how much fibre, sugar or salt the product contains, or what else you’re having for lunch.

    Read the nutritional information per 100 g and per serving. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends including vegetables as part of a varied lunch.

  • Overlooking other allergens

    Albert Heijn lists soya in AH Glutenvrij Rozijnen bollen and warns that the product may contain egg, oats, almonds and hazelnuts.

    Check the packaging each time you buy it if you need to consider allergens other than gluten.

  • Assuming a range page means a product is available

    A listing for gluten-free bread doesn’t mean that a specific raisin bun or raisin bread is available at your shop.

    Check the exact product before planning your shopping, either online or at your local branch.

    Otherwise, you may need to make an extra trip to the shop.

  • Assuming all bread contains baker’s salt

    According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bread can contribute to your iodine intake, but bakers aren’t required to use iodised baker’s salt.

    Check the ingredients list of your chosen product if baker’s salt is relevant to your decision.

Brands and shops to consider

AH Glutenvrij

AH Glutenvrij Rozijnen bollen are a bun-shaped alternative for anyone looking for a gluten-free substitute for currant buns.

  • Albert Heijn lists a pack of two buns and says they can be frozen at home.
  • According to Albert Heijn, the product contains soya and may contain egg, oats, almonds and hazelnuts. Check the latest packaging.

YAM Glutenvrij

YAM Rozijn is sliced gluten-free raisin bread, not an individual raisin bun.

  • YAM lists a 600 g pack and says the bread can be frozen slice by slice.
  • YAM says the bread stays fresh for around three days at room temperature. Choose a pack size that suits how much you’ll use, and follow the storage instructions.

PLUS

PLUS lists YAM Rozijn glutenvrij as raisin bread sold by the bag.

  • The product listing provides nutritional information that you can compare with the label.
  • Check the packaging and availability at your shop; a product listing doesn’t guarantee it’s in stock.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists YAM Rozijnenbrood Glutenvrij as gluten-free bread.

  • The listing helps you search for the exact product.
  • When it listed the product, Jumbo said it was no longer available online. Check current availability before counting on it.

Lidl

Lidl provides information about its gluten-free range, but a general bread selection doesn’t confirm that it stocks gluten-free currant buns.

  • Check that each specific product in the current range is labelled gluten-free.
  • Lidl said that additional gluten-free products were temporarily unavailable, so don’t assume there’ll always be a particular product to choose from.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I eat an ordinary currant bun if I have coeliac disease?

If you have coeliac disease, don’t choose an ordinary currant bun as a gluten-free substitute unless it’s clearly labelled gluten-free. The Dutch Coeliac Association stresses that people with coeliac disease need to follow a gluten-free diet; adding raisins doesn’t make a bread product gluten-free.

Does a gluten-free raisin bun always need the Crossed Grain quality mark?

No, the quality mark isn’t the only way to identify a gluten-free product. Look for a gluten-free label; the Dutch Coeliac Association also describes the Crossed Grain quality mark as a way to identify products whose ingredients and production process have been assessed.

Is a gluten-free raisin bun a complete lunch on its own?

A raisin bun on its own doesn’t tell you how varied your lunch is. Compare the product’s nutritional information and think about what you’re having with it; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends including vegetables as part of lunch, among other things.

Does gluten-free raisin bread automatically contain iodised baker’s salt?

No, don’t assume it contains baker’s salt. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bakers aren’t required to use it, so check the ingredients list of the bread you buy.

Can I freeze gluten-free raisin buns or raisin bread?

It depends on the instructions for the specific product. Albert Heijn says AH Glutenvrij Rozijnen bollen can be frozen at home on the day of purchase; YAM says its sliced raisin bread can be frozen slice by slice.