Who are these currant buns for?

Breakfast lovers who want a generously topped bun

If a currant bun is a substantial part of your Sunday breakfast, look for a larger bun and check the weight per bun. ‘Giant’ describes a variety, but it doesn’t specify a set size or weight.

Breakfast lovers who keep an eye on fibre

Compare the grains in the ingredients list and the fibre content per 100 g. This lets you compare a wholemeal variety with a white currant bun without relying on the picture or product name.

Families looking to share a pack

If several people are eating, the number of buns, portion sizes and storage instructions all matter. Check the ingredients and allergens on the specific pack you choose, too.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, decide whether you’re looking for a generously sized bun, a wholemeal variety or enough buns for several people. Then compare the details on the packs of the varieties that meet your needs.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Generous portion Compare the number of buns and, if stated, the weight per bun or portion. Don’t treat ‘giant’ as a set weight. If I want to pile plenty of toppings onto one bun, I want to know how much I’m serving each person. For around 42% of consumers, a generous portion comes first.
Wholemeal and fibre Check the grains in the ingredients list and compare the fibre content per 100 g. If fibre is my main reason for choosing, I want to be able to tell a white currant bun apart from a wholemeal one. Around 33% of consumers prioritise this.
Quantity and storage Count the buns in each pack and follow the storage instructions for the variety you choose. For breakfast with several people, I want to serve enough buns without buying a pack we can’t use in time. This is the most important factor for around 25% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming ‘giant’ means a set size

    A giant variety is marketed as larger, but the name alone doesn’t tell you how much each bun weighs. PLUS and ALDI list giant varieties in packs of four, without comparable weights per bun.

    Check the net weight and number of buns if portion size is a deciding factor.

  • Confusing currants and raisins with wholegrain

    Fruit in a currant bun tells you nothing about the grains used. Albert Heijn lists 6.1 g of fibre per 100 g for its Extra-long-lasting wholemeal variety, compared with 2.9 g per 100 g for its standard variety.

    Read the ingredients list and compare the fibre per 100 g in the varieties you’re considering.

  • Assuming every bun contains iodised baker’s salt

    According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, it isn’t compulsory to bake bread with baker’s salt. Its presence can therefore vary from product to product.

    Check the current ingredients list to see whether it mentions baker’s salt or iodised salt.

  • Buying a large pack without a storage plan

    If you don’t eat all the buns in time, some of the pack may go to waste. For its eight-bun ‘stays fresh for longer’ pack, PLUS says you can freeze the buns on the day you buy them and use them within one month.

    Choose a quantity you can share, or follow the freezing instructions on the pack of the specific variety.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn offers both standard raisin-and-currant buns and an Extra-long-lasting wholemeal variety. These are worth considering if you want to compare portion sizes and fibre content.

  • The wholemeal variety lists 6.1 g of fibre per 100 g and a 75 g portion; the standard variety lists 2.9 g of fibre per 100 g and a 65 g portion.
  • Both varieties described list milk and cereals containing gluten. Check the label on the pack you choose before buying.

Jumbo

Jumbo offers a standard pack of six white wheat buns with raisins and currants.

  • The product information lists 29.6% raisins, 6.1% currants and 2.8 g of fibre per 100 g.
  • The variety described contains wheat and milk. If you have allergies, check the other warnings on the pack as well.

PLUS

PLUS lists standard, mini, longer-lasting and giant currant and raisin bun varieties. The number of buns varies by pack.

  • The range includes standard packs of six, an eight-bun ‘stays fresh for longer’ pack and giant packs of four.
  • For the giant variety, compare the net weight if the size of each bun matters. Check the label of the variety you choose for allergen information.

ALDI

ALDI lists standard raisin-and-currant buns in packs of six and giant raisin buns in packs of four. A giant raisin bun isn’t necessarily the same product as a currant bun.

  • The different pack sizes give you a clear starting point for comparing options for your breakfast.
  • Compare the nutritional information, ingredients and allergens on the pack before comparing the varieties directly.

Lidl

Lidl lists a pack of six soft currant buns and says this variety is available in store.

  • A pack of six makes it easy to work out how many you need for several people.
  • Check the ingredients, nutritional information and allergens on the current pack in store.

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Frequently asked questions

What does ‘thick cut’ mean for currant buns?

It doesn’t refer to a set slicing thickness that you can use to compare these currant buns. If you’re looking for a generously sized bun for Sunday breakfast, check the weight per bun or portion, and cut the bun in half yourself if you like.

Which currant bun should I choose if fibre is important to me?

Compare a variety made with wholemeal flour with standard varieties by looking at the fibre per 100 g. Albert Heijn lists 6.1 g per 100 g for its Extra-long-lasting wholemeal variety and 2.9 g per 100 g for its standard variety. Check the current nutritional information on the pack you choose.

Does every currant bun contain iodised baker’s salt?

No, don’t assume that: according to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, it isn’t compulsory to bake bread with baker’s salt. Check the ingredients list for the specific currant bun to see whether it mentions baker’s salt or iodised salt.

Can I freeze currant buns for another breakfast?

You can if the pack says they’re suitable for freezing. PLUS says you can freeze its ‘stays fresh for longer’ currant buns at home on the day you buy them and use them within one month. For other varieties, follow their own storage instructions.

Can I choose these currant buns if I have a milk or gluten allergy?

The Albert Heijn and Jumbo varieties described here list milk and cereals containing gluten, so they aren’t suitable if you have a relevant allergy. For any other product, read the current ingredients and allergen warnings before choosing it.