Who is this choice relevant to?

If you’re after a substantial Easter snack

You want to cut a thick slice at home or add plenty of toppings. Look for an explicitly larger size, but check the bun itself before counting on a particular slice thickness.

If you’re planning your Easter shopping ahead

You’re buying for several occasions. The number of buns in a bag and the storage instructions can help you work out how many you need now and how many you can freeze.

If you want to compare labels

As well as size, you’re checking the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information. Read the current packaging, especially if you have questions about wheat, milk or the type of salt used.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether the size of an individual bun, the information on the label or storing buns for several Easter occasions matters most to you.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Size for thick slices Check whether the bun is described as giant or super, and judge the size for yourself; the name doesn’t guarantee a particular slice thickness. If I want to make one substantial Easter snack, I want a bun big enough to slice as I like at home. An estimated 40% of consumers prioritise size.
Label and nutritional information Read the ingredients and allergen information, and compare fibre and salt per 100 g. If you’re interested in the type of salt, check what the label says. When buying for myself or guests, I want to know what’s in the bun before choosing based on size. An estimated 30% of consumers prioritise checking the label.
Pack size and storage Compare the number of buns and follow the use-by date and any freezing instructions on the pack you choose. For several Easter occasions, I want to buy enough buns without opening more than I need. An estimated 30% of consumers place the most importance on planning and storage.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming ‘thickly sliced’ is a fixed product size

    A name such as giant or super won’t tell you how many thick slices you can get from a bun.

    Use the name as a guide to size, check the bun itself and slice it at home to your preferred thickness.

  • Assuming every bun contains iodised baker’s salt

    The name ‘currant bun’ doesn’t tell you which type of salt is listed in the ingredients. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises checking the label.

    If it matters to your choice, check whether the pack you’ve selected lists baker’s salt or iodised salt.

  • Guessing the nutritional value from the size

    A larger bun doesn’t, by itself, tell you how much fibre or salt it contains. Jumbo and PLUS list nutritional values per 100 g for their individual varieties.

    Compare the same values on the current packaging, and make sure you’re checking the right variety.

  • Buying extra without checking the storage instructions

    Freezing advice varies by product. For its longer-life pack of eight, PLUS advises freezing on the day of purchase and using within one month.

    Choose the number of buns to suit your planned occasions, and follow the instructions on the pack when freezing them.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists standard raisin and currant buns in packs of six, as well as a separate super-sized raisin bun in a pack of four.

  • For its standard variety, Albert Heijn lists 30% raisins and 4.2% currants, along with nutritional information and freezing instructions.
  • Check the ingredients, allergens and storage instructions on the current packaging; information for the standard variety doesn’t necessarily apply to the super-sized one.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists white wheat, raisin and currant buns in a pack of six.

  • For this variety, Jumbo lists 2.8 g of fibre and 1.02 g of salt per 100 g.
  • Jumbo lists wheat and milk for this variety. Read the current allergen information, including details of possible traces.

PLUS

PLUS lists giant currant and raisin buns in packs of four, as well as a longer-life variety in a pack of eight.

  • PLUS lists 3.2 g of fibre per 100 g for the giant variety and 3.3 g per 100 g for the longer-life variety.
  • PLUS’s advice to freeze on the day of purchase and use within one month applies to the longer-life variety; check the instructions on the pack you choose.

ALDI

ALDI lists raisin and currant buns in packs of six, as well as giant raisin buns in packs of four.

  • The distinct product names and pack sizes make it easier to look for a standard or larger size.
  • Giant raisin buns aren’t the same product as raisin and currant buns. Check the packaging if currants or specific ingredients matter to you.

Lidl

Lidl lists currant buns in packs of six, as well as a separate mini variety.

  • The pack size is useful when you’re planning portions for several occasions.
  • Check the size, ingredients, allergens and nutritional information on the packaging in store.

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Frequently asked questions

How can I tell whether a currant bun is made with iodised salt?

Read the ingredients list on the pack you’ve chosen and look for a mention of baker’s salt or iodised salt. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre points out that the label tells you whether bread is made with baker’s salt, so don’t rely on the product name alone.

How do I choose a currant bun to cut into thick slices?

Start with an explicitly larger size, such as a giant version, and check the bun itself before slicing it at home. A size name doesn’t guarantee a particular slice thickness; also check whether you’re buying raisin buns or raisin and currant buns.

Can I buy currant buns before Easter and freeze them?

Yes, if the instructions for your chosen product allow it. Albert Heijn advises freezing its standard raisin and currant buns on the day of purchase. PLUS also gives this advice for its longer-life pack of eight, and says to use them within one month. Follow the date and instructions on the current pack.

Which allergens should I check in white currant buns?

Read the full allergen information on the current packaging. The Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS varieties described here list wheat or cereals containing gluten, as well as milk; possible traces can vary between products.