Which portion is right for you?

Hosts who want to serve snacks without cutting

You can place a mini bun on the platter as a sweet bite in its own right. Lidl and PLUS each list a pack of nine mini raisin and currant buns.

Shoppers who want to choose their own portion sizes

You can serve a standard bun whole or cut it in half yourself. Jumbo and PLUS list standard packs of six currant buns.

Hosts who need to check for allergens

If a guest needs to avoid certain ingredients, the information on the pack you buy matters more than the size. The PLUS varieties described contain, among other things, cereals containing gluten and milk.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, decide whether you want to serve the buns without cutting them. Then check the label. If you’re also buying them for everyday eating, you can compare their nutritional value.

What to consider What to check Who it matters to
Portion size Compare the number of buns and the pack weight; Lidl lists 360 g for nine mini buns. If you want to serve individual sweet bites, you’ll want to avoid cutting them just before your gathering. Portion convenience is estimated to be the top priority for 40% of consumers.
Ingredients and allergens Read the label on the pack you buy, including any ‘may contain’ information. If the buns are loose, ask about allergens. If a guest needs to avoid certain ingredients, you’ll want to know what’s in the buns before serving them. Checking the label is estimated to be the first priority for around 30% of consumers.
Fibre and everyday use Check whether the specific variety is labelled wholemeal and compare fibre per 100 g. Jumbo lists 2.8 g of fibre per 100 g for its standard variety. If you’re also buying the buns for everyday eating, you may want to prioritise nutritional value over the size of the buns for your drinks platter. An estimated 30% of consumers give this priority.

Common mistakes

  • Treating ‘medium sliced’ as a set product size

    This search term doesn’t tell you how big a currant bun is or whether it comes pre-sliced. That matters for a drinks platter: you may need to cut standard buns in half yourself.

    Choose based on the variety listed, the number of buns and the pack weight. Go for mini buns if you want individual bites without any cutting; cut standard buns yourself if you want to decide on the portion sizes.

  • Guessing the allergens from the product name alone

    The PLUS currant buns described list wheat, rye and milk, among other ingredients, and may contain traces of other allergens. A different variety may have a different recipe.

    Check the ingredients and allergen information on the current pack. If the buns are sold loose, ask for allergen information before you buy them.

  • Assuming they contain iodine from baker’s salt

    According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, baker’s salt contains more iodine than table salt, but bakers aren’t required to use it. So you can’t tell whether it’s been used just from the name ‘currant bun’.

    If you want to know which salt was used in the buns, check the ingredients list or ask the seller if they’re sold loose.

Brands and retailers to consider

Compare the specific variety and pack: a mini bun, a standard bun and a wholemeal variety won’t necessarily suit the same portion needs.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists white wheat, raisin and currant buns in packs of six, as well as a separate mini wholemeal variety in packs of nine.

  • The standard variety is listed as containing 2.8 g of fibre per 100 g, with storage advice to keep it somewhere cool and dark.
  • Check the ingredients and nutritional information on the pack itself for the mini wholemeal variety.

PLUS

PLUS lists standard currant buns in packs of six and mini currant and raisin buns in packs of nine.

  • The product information covers ingredients, allergens and storage. Freezing advice is also given for the standard variety.
  • PLUS notes that ingredients and nutritional information may change. Use the pack you buy for your final check.

Lidl

Lidl lists mini raisin and currant buns in a 360 g bag containing nine buns.

  • The number of buns listed makes it easier to plan individual bites for your platter.
  • Check the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information on the bag before serving.

ALDI

ALDI lists soft wheat buns with raisins and currants in packs of six.

  • A pack of six is a useful starting point if you want to serve standard buns whole or cut in half.
  • Check the ingredients and allergens on the pack of the variety you choose.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn has a category for currant buns and muesli buns, and also lists an AH product with mini raisin buns.

  • The mini raisin buns offer a separate size option if you’re looking for smaller portions.
  • Don’t assume they have the same ingredients or nutritional value as currant buns based on the category name. Check the label of the product you choose.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you serve standard currant buns with drinks and savoury snacks?

Yes, as a sweet addition alongside savoury snacks. Serve standard buns whole for more generous portions, or cut them in half yourself. Choose mini buns if you want to serve small bites without any cutting.

What should I look out for if a guest needs to avoid gluten?

Check the ingredients and allergens for the exact buns you’re buying, and don’t rely on their size or product name. The PLUS varieties described list wheat and rye, so don’t assume a standard currant bun is gluten-free without checking the label.

Can I buy currant buns in advance and freeze them?

For PLUS standard currant buns, the product advice is to freeze them at home on the day of purchase and use them within one month. For other packs, follow the storage instructions for that specific product.

Does every currant bun contain iodine from baker’s salt?

No, you can’t assume that every currant bun does. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, baker’s salt contains more iodine than table salt, but its use isn’t compulsory. Check the ingredients list for packaged buns, or ask about it if they’re sold loose.