Which option is right for you?

If you want to serve one bun per guest

If you want to serve a generous bun with coffee without having to cut it up, compare the size and number of buns per pack. Albert Heijn and PLUS list these details for their currant buns.

If you want to offer smaller portions

If you’re serving other snacks too, mini buns let guests choose a smaller portion for themselves. PLUS sells a pack of nine mini currant and raisin buns.

If you want to compare wholemeal options and fibre

If you want to take the ingredients into account, look for wholemeal flour in the ingredients list and compare the fibre per 100 g. Don’t judge by the colour or product name alone.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, decide what matters most for your coffee table: how you’ll serve the buns, their ingredients, or whether they’re suitable for guests who need to check ingredients. Then compare the exact products and packaging.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Size and serving Compare mini or extra-large sizes and the number of buns per pack. PLUS lists nine mini buns and four extra-large buns in the respective packs. If I’m putting out a selection of snacks, I want guests to be able to choose a portion without having to share a bun. Around 30% of consumers prioritise portion size and ease of serving.
Wholemeal and fibre Check the ingredients for wholemeal flour and compare the fibre per 100 g. Albert Heijn lists 6,1 g per 100 g for the wholemeal option reviewed and 2,9 g per 100 g for the classic white option. I want to choose a currant bun whose wholemeal ingredients and fibre content I can check, even if a different size looks tempting. For around 30% of consumers, those ingredients come first.
Ingredients and allergens Read the ingredients, declared allergens and any warnings about traces on the packaging you buy. For unwrapped bakery products, ask for allergen information. If a guest needs to avoid certain ingredients, I want to know what’s in the buns before serving them. For around 40% of consumers, checking this comes first.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a larger bun is wholemeal

    The size doesn’t tell you what flour has been used or how much fibre a currant bun contains. For the white and wholemeal options reviewed, Albert Heijn lists different fibre values per 100 g.

    Choose the size that suits the way you want to serve the buns. If the ingredients matter, check the ingredients and nutritional information separately.

  • Relying on the brand alone to check allergens

    Ingredients and allergens can vary between options, and product information can change. So an older pack doesn’t tell you enough about the buns you’re serving now.

    Read the allergens and any warnings about traces on the packaging you’ve bought.

  • Assuming mini buns contain more fibre

    A smaller bun gives you a different portion size, but not necessarily a different nutritional profile. For the white mini option reviewed, PLUS lists 3,2 g of fibre per 100 g.

    Use the size to choose portions; to compare fibre, look at specific products on the same basis, per 100 g.

Brands compared

Albert Heijn

A good option if you want to compare a classic white currant bun with a wholemeal version.

  • Product information for the options reviewed includes details such as ingredients, allergens and fibre.
  • Check which option is available and read the current packaging before serving.

PLUS

A good option if you want to choose a size to suit a coffee table with smaller portions or one larger bun per guest.

  • The packs reviewed contain either nine mini buns or four extra-large buns.
  • Check the ingredients and allergens for your chosen option separately; the size won’t tell you this.

ALDI

A good option if you’re looking for a pack of six raisin and currant buns.

  • ALDI describes the option reviewed as wheat buns with raisins and currants.
  • To compare fibre, ingredients or allergens, check the information on your chosen pack.

Lidl

A good option if you’re considering currant buns from the fresh-from-the-oven range.

  • Lidl provides a separate overview of ingredients and allergen information for freshly baked bread.
  • Look up the information for the exact currant bun and check it when you buy.

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Frequently asked questions

Are wholemeal currant buns always the right choice for coffee with friends?

No, it depends on what you want to serve: wholemeal ingredients and fibre, smaller portions, or a larger bun per guest. For the wholemeal option reviewed, Albert Heijn lists 6,1 g of fibre per 100 g, compared with 2,9 g per 100 g for the classic white option. Compare the size too, and check the current packaging.

Which allergens should I check in currant buns?

Check the allergens for the exact option on the packaging you’ve bought. The products reviewed list, among other things, cereals containing gluten or milk; some also mention possible traces of nuts, sesame or soya. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains how allergens are listed on food labels.

Can I buy currant buns in advance and freeze them?

You can if the packaging says the product is suitable for freezing. For its ‘Currant buns that stay delicious for longer’ option, PLUS says you can freeze the buns at home on the day you buy them. Follow the storage and defrosting instructions on the packaging for your buns.