Who are the different sizes for?

Choose a size based on when you’ll be serving the buns. A short break, a lunch session or several events on different days each call for a different approach to planning.

Organisers of short coffee breaks

A small bun is easy to serve individually. PLUS and Lidl list mini packs of nine, so decide in advance how many buns you want to offer each guest.

Caterers for lunch sessions

If you’re planning one standard bun per guest, you can work out how many packs you need from the six-bun packs. These are listed by retailers including Jumbo and ALDI.

Buyers organising events over several days

Storage instructions are important when events take place on different days. PLUS advises freezing its 8-pack on the day of purchase and using it within one month.

What should you consider when choosing?

First, decide how large each portion should be. Then compare the number of buns in each pack, the storage instructions and the ingredient information for products that suit your chosen portion size.

What to consider What should you check? Who is it important for?
Portions and serving Check whether the buns are labelled mini, standard or giant, and how many are in a pack. For a short break, I want to serve small buns without cutting them. This choice of portion size is a priority for around 31% of consumers.
Quantity to buy Compare the number of buns in each pack with the expected number of guests and how much extra you’d like to have. If I’m planning one bun per attendee, I want to know how many full packs I’ll need. Around 31% of consumers prioritise this quantity.
Storing leftovers Check whether freezing is allowed and how long the buns can be kept after freezing. When events take place on different days, I want to be able to store unused buns according to the packaging instructions. This is the main concern for around 23% of consumers.
Allergen information Read the current ingredients list and any warnings about possible traces for the product you’ve chosen. When guests have dietary requirements, I want to be able to tell them in advance which bun is suitable and arrange a clearly labelled alternative where needed. This matters most to around 15% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Confusing the number of buns with a serving plan

    A pack of four giant buns, six standard buns or nine mini buns won’t provide the same portions. The number of buns alone doesn’t tell you whether they’ll suit a short break or a lunch box.

    First choose the portion size you want to offer each guest. Then work out how many full packs you need, including a small reserve.

  • Assuming every currant bun suits every dietary requirement

    The standard products described by Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS list wheat and milk or lactose. Warnings about possible traces also vary from product to product. Don’t offer a standard currant bun as gluten-free unless the packaging clearly confirms that it is.

    Ask about dietary requirements in advance, keep the current packaging to hand and arrange a separate, clearly labelled alternative if needed.

  • Assuming every bun contains baker’s salt

    Currant buns don’t all have the same ingredients. So you can’t assume that because baker’s salt is listed on one pack, it will also be in another version.

    If iodine information is relevant to your menu, check the packaging of the product you’ve actually bought to see whether baker’s salt or iodised salt is listed in the ingredients.

  • Treating an online listing as a guarantee for your event

    A product may only be available in store or may no longer be part of the online range. This could affect the number of packs and the version you’re actually able to buy.

    Shortly before the event, confirm availability, pack size and the exact version with your chosen shop or delivery service.

Brands and shops to explore

The sizes listed are for individual products. Always check the current packaging for the version you choose, even if you’ve bought from the same shop before.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists a standard pack of six raisin and currant buns, as well as a separate mini version containing three.

  • The standard pack described is listed as containing six 65 g portions. It also lists iodised salt and advises freezing on the day of purchase.
  • Check that the version you choose is available and read the allergen information on the current packaging.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists a standard pack of six raisin and currant buns, as well as separate mini and giant versions.

  • According to Jumbo, the standard pack contains six portions, making it easy to work out how many packs you need for one bun per guest.
  • The separately listed wholemeal mini version containing nine was no longer available online. For every version you choose, check the ingredients and allergen information too.

PLUS

PLUS lists packs of six and eight currant buns, nine mini buns and four giant buns.

  • For its 8-pack, PLUS advises freezing on the day of purchase and using the buns within one month.
  • The PLUS products described list ingredients including wheat, rye, milk and lactose. Check the information for the specific version, including warnings about possible traces.

ALDI

ALDI lists an in-store product containing six raisin and currant buns.

  • The pack of six gives you a clear starting point when planning standard individual portions.
  • Check availability in store and read the full ingredients and allergen information on the packaging.

Lidl

Lidl lists nine mini raisin and currant buns per pack, as well as a separate giant version containing four 100 g buns.

  • The two sizes listed give you the choice of smaller or larger individual portions.
  • The product pages mark both versions as available in store only. While you’re there, check the ingredients and allergen information on the pack you choose.

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Frequently asked questions

How can I check whether currant buns contain baker’s salt?

Read the ingredients list on the pack you’ve chosen and look for baker’s salt or iodised salt. The information on another version doesn’t tell you what’s in the buns you’re buying for your conference.

Which allergens should I check before serving currant buns?

Check the ingredients and possible traces on the current label of every version you choose. The standard products described by Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS list wheat and milk or lactose. Don’t assume a standard currant bun is suitable if a guest needs a gluten-free product.

Can I freeze currant buns in advance for events on different days?

You can, as long as the storage instructions on the pack you’ve chosen allow freezing. For the 8-pack described, PLUS advises freezing on the day of purchase and using the buns within one month. Follow the instructions on any other packaging.

When should I check whether my chosen size is available?

Confirm the exact version and how many packs you need shortly before buying for your event. Some listed versions are only available in store. Before choosing a different size, check that the portion will still suit your serving plan.