Who is this for?

If you’re shopping for two

You want to make a sweet finish and are working out how many buns you’ll need. If you buy a pack of six, it’s worth having a plan for the rest too.

If you’re making dessert

You want to turn the currant buns into a dessert to share, such as French toast with fruit. You’ll also need to consider the preparation and extra ingredients, as in the PLUS recipe.

If storage and ingredients matter to you

You want to use any leftover buns later, so you check the storage instructions. If you have an allergy, read the latest ingredients list and any warnings on the packaging too, as advised by the Voedingscentrum.

What should you look for?

First, decide how many currant buns you want for dessert and what you’ll do with the rest. Then check that the preparation and ingredients fit your plans.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Quantity Check how many buns are in each pack. ALDI, Jumbo and PLUS each list a standard pack of six. If I only need a few buns for two people, I don’t want to be left with unplanned leftovers. Getting the right quantity is the top priority for around 50% of consumers.
Preparation Check which extra ingredients you’ll need. PLUS’s French toast recipe uses six currant buns for four people. For a dessert to share, I want a recipe I can plan in advance. This kind of presentation is the top priority for around 30% of consumers.
Storage and labelling Read the storage instructions. If you have an allergy, check the ingredients and any warnings about possible allergens. If there are buns left over or I need to take an allergy into account, I want to know how to store them and what’s in them. This check comes first for around 20% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Not having a plan for the rest of the pack

    If you don’t use all the buns for two people, you’ll have some left over from a pack of six or eight.

    Before you buy, decide when you’ll eat the rest. If you’re freezing them, follow the instructions on the packaging you choose.

  • Assuming a product page means an item is currently available

    Albert Heijn says that the AH Rozijnen krentenbollen described on its page are no longer stocked.

    Check which variety you can actually buy, and use a page for a discontinued product only to view the product information it describes.

  • Relying on another brand’s label

    Ingredients and warnings about possible allergens can vary from product to product. An earlier pack doesn’t necessarily tell you what’s in the pack you’re buying now.

    Read the latest label every time you buy, especially if someone has a food allergy.

  • Planning currant buns as a complete evening meal

    PLUS’s recipe turns currant buns into French toast with extra ingredients: it’s a sweet course, not a full dinner.

    Decide what you’ll serve for dinner first, then plan the currant buns as a sweet finish.

Brands and supermarkets to consider

ALDI

ALDI lists a pack of six raisin and currant buns.

  • The product description says they’re wheat buns with raisins and currants.
  • Check the packaging itself if you need the full ingredients and allergen information.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists raisin and currant buns in packs of six, as well as other sizes in the category.

  • If portion size matters to you, you can compare the standard size with the mini and giant options shown.
  • Check the current product page for the specific variety before choosing it.

PLUS

PLUS lists currant buns in packs of six, as well as a pack of eight described as having a longer shelf life.

  • For the pack of eight, PLUS advises freezing on the day of purchase and using within one month.
  • A pack of eight is best if you also have a plan for the leftover buns.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn describes several types of sweet buns; the AH Rozijnen krentenbollen page we viewed includes ingredient information.

  • The label for that variety lists raisins, currants and iodised salt.
  • Albert Heijn says this specific variety is no longer stocked. Check the label on the variety you buy.

Lidl

Lidl describes currant buns in packs of six, which the product page says are only available in store.

  • The pack described contains six buns with currants.
  • Check the ingredients and allergen information on the label in store before you take a pack home.

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Frequently asked questions

Which pack is right for a sweet finish for two?

A pack of six could be a good fit if you’ll use the leftover currant buns later or freeze them according to the packaging instructions. ALDI, Jumbo and PLUS each describe a standard pack of six; decide in advance how many you’ll need for dessert.

How can I turn currant buns into a dessert to share?

You can make them into French toast and serve it as a sweet finish. PLUS’s recipe uses six currant buns for four people, along with ingredients including apple, buttermilk and egg. Adjust the quantities if you’re cooking for two.

Can I freeze leftover currant buns?

That depends on the storage instructions for the pack you choose. For its pack of eight, described as having a longer shelf life, PLUS advises freezing on the day of purchase and using within one month. For other varieties, follow the instructions on their own labels.

What should I check on the label if I have an allergy?

Read the ingredients list and any warnings about possible allergens on the pack you’re buying. The labels described by PLUS and Albert Heijn list ingredients including wheat and milk, but ingredients and warnings can vary between varieties.