Who is this for?

If you’re looking for a rich flavour to enjoy with coffee

You want a currant bun with a distinct cocoa or chocolate note. Check the ingredients list rather than relying on a dark colour or product photo.

If you want to serve a wholemeal bun

You care about the grain base and fibre content. Albert Heijn’s wholemeal raisin and currant buns list 6.1 g of fibre per 100 g. As with any variety, check separately whether it has a cocoa flavour.

If you want to plan portions and leftovers

Choose a size to suit what you’re serving with your coffee. Standard packs and giant buns offer different portion sizes; Lidl’s mini wholemeal raisin buns are a smaller option, but they’re not the same type of product as a currant bun.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether cocoa or chocolate is a must-have. For the currant buns that meet this requirement, compare the grain base, size and label on the pack you’re actually going to serve.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Rich cocoa flavour Look for cocoa, cocoa powder or chocolate in the ingredients list. Only compare any stated percentage for the specific product variety it refers to. I want a distinct cocoa note with my coffee and don’t want to judge it by the colour of the bun. For around 40% of consumers, this flavour preference comes first.
Wholemeal and fibre Check which types of flour are used and compare the fibre per 100 g on the current labels. When I serve currant buns, I mainly want to know whether they’re made with wholemeal flour and how much fibre they contain. Around 30% of consumers give this top priority.
Portions and storage Check the number of buns and the size of each one. Only follow freezing instructions if they apply to the variety you’ve chosen. I want something I can share with my coffee without ending up with more buns than I can store. This is the main consideration for around 20% of consumers.
Allergens Read the ingredients and check the specific packaging for any warnings about the possible presence of allergens. When I’m buying for guests, I want to know which allergens are listed on the label before serving. For around 10% of consumers, this check comes first.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a dark bun contains cocoa

    Raisins, currants or wholemeal flour can affect a bun’s appearance without indicating whether it contains chocolate. The ingredients listed for the Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS varieties discussed here don’t include cocoa or chocolate.

    Before expecting that flavour, check the label on your chosen bun for an explicit mention of cocoa or chocolate.

  • Assuming a bun is wholemeal because of its colour

    A dark appearance doesn’t automatically mean a currant bun is wholemeal. The Albert Heijn wholemeal variety discussed here lists 6.1 g of fibre per 100 g, compared with 2.8 g per 100 g for the Jumbo white variety and 3.3 g per 100 g for the PLUS pack of eight white buns.

    Check the types of flour in the ingredients list and compare the fibre per 100 g for the varieties you’re considering.

  • Guessing which allergens are present from the product name

    The Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS varieties discussed here list cereals containing gluten and milk. Warnings about other allergens may vary between varieties.

    Check the label on the pack you’ve bought again before serving the buns to guests.

  • Choosing a large pack without a storage plan

    The difference between standard packs and giant buns matters most when you want to match the number of portions to your guests. Freezing instructions for one variety won’t necessarily apply to another.

    Choose the number and size of buns to suit what you want to serve. PLUS says its pack of eight discussed here can be frozen at home on the day of purchase and should be used within one month.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

AH Extra long-lasting raisin and currant buns include a wholemeal variety you can compare with other currant buns.

  • Albert Heijn lists wholemeal wheat and rye flour, 30% raisins, 5% currants and 6.1 g of fibre per 100 g.
  • The listed ingredients don’t confirm the presence of cocoa or chocolate. Before serving, check the current packaging, including the allergen information.

Jumbo

The Jumbo raisin and currant buns discussed here are white wheat buns sold in a pack of six.

  • Jumbo lists 29.6% raisins and 6.1% currants in the ingredients.
  • This variety lists 2.8 g of fibre and 24.0 g of sugars per 100 g, as well as wheat and milk; cocoa and chocolate aren’t listed as ingredients.

PLUS

PLUS describes both a pack of eight currant buns and a giant variety in a pack of four.

  • PLUS says the pack of eight discussed here can be frozen at home on the day of purchase and should be used within one month.
  • The giant variety discussed here is a white wheat bun with 3.2 g of fibre and 25.7 g of sugars per 100 g. Check the ingredients and allergen information for the variety you choose.

ALDI

ALDI describes a pack of six raisin and currant buns as an option if you’re looking for a standard size.

  • The product description lists wheat buns with raisins and currants.
  • If you’re choosing based on cocoa, nutritional value or allergens, read the label on the pack.

Lidl

Lidl offers mini wholemeal raisin buns if you’re considering a smaller size to enjoy with coffee.

  • Lidl lists a 360 g pack and says this product is only available in store.
  • A raisin bun isn’t necessarily the same as a currant bun. Check the packaging for the ingredients, nutritional information and allergens too.

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Frequently asked questions

How can I tell if a currant bun has a rich chocolate flavour?

Check whether cocoa, cocoa powder or chocolate is actually listed in the ingredients. A dark product photo or the word ‘dark’ doesn’t tell you anything about the ingredients by itself; the product information discussed here from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS doesn’t list these ingredients.

Can I freeze currant buns in advance?

You can if the instructions for your chosen variety allow it. For its Krentenbollen lekker lang lekker in a pack of eight, PLUS says you can freeze them at home on the day of purchase and should use them within one month. For other packs, check their own storage instructions.

Are classic currant buns suitable for guests with allergies?

Don’t rely on the product name: check the specific packaging before serving anything. The Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS varieties discussed here list cereals containing gluten and milk; any warnings about other allergens vary by product.

Do currant buns always contain iodine?

You can’t tell from the product name alone. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, baker’s salt has added iodine; the Albert Heijn variety discussed here lists iodised salt, while the Jumbo and PLUS varieties list baker’s salt. Check the ingredients list on the bun you buy.