Organising a small snack round
You want to give each visitor a regular bun and work out in advance how many full portions you’ll need. Albert Heijn lists a bag of 10, while PLUS has one containing 8.
Who are the bags for?
Handing out small festival treats
You’re offering a small bun alongside other snacks. PLUS and Lidl list bags of 9 mini buns; ALDI has a bag of 9 mini butter-and-raisin buns.
Checking labels before buying
You want to check the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging before handing out the buns, so you can give visitors accurate product information.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you want to offer regular buns or smaller portions to hand out. Then compare the pack size with the number of visitors and check the label on the variety you’ve chosen.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
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| Regular portions | Count how many regular buns you need: Albert Heijn lists 10 per bag and PLUS lists 8. | If I want to give everyone a whole bun, the number of buns needs to match the size of my group. This portion size is the top priority for around 40% of consumers. |
| Small portions to hand out | Check that they’re mini buns and how many are in a bag; PLUS, ALDI and Lidl list varieties containing 9. | I’d rather offer each visitor a small bun alongside other snacks. Around 30% of consumers say portions like these are their top priority. |
| Quantity and leftovers | Choose the number of bags to suit your group, and think about what you’ll do with any unopened or leftover buns. | For a small group, I don’t want to bring more buns than I’m likely to hand out; for a larger group, I want to have enough bags. This is the main consideration for around 20% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Check the current packaging for the ingredients and allergen information, including wheat, gluten, milk and any statements about possible traces. | If visitors need to avoid certain ingredients, I want to know what’s in the buns I’ve chosen before handing them out. This check comes first for around 10% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Comparing only the number of buns
Nine mini buns aren’t the same serving size to hand out as nine regular buns. So a bag with more pieces won’t automatically be a better fit for your planned snack break.
First decide what portion you want to offer each visitor, then work out how many bags you’ll need.
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Handing out currant buns without checking the label
The varieties described by Albert Heijn, PLUS and Jumbo list wheat or gluten and milk. Some packaging also mentions the possible presence of other allergens.
Keep the current packaging to hand so you can answer questions about the ingredients. Arrange a suitable alternative if not everyone can eat the buns you’ve chosen.
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Assuming every bun contains baker’s salt
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bakers don’t have to use baker’s salt. So the type of product alone won’t tell you which salt has been used.
Check the ingredients list if whether the buns contain baker’s salt or iodised salt matters to your choice.
Relevant brands and shops
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists a bag of 10 regular raisin and currant buns.
- The product information lists 10 buns and iodised sea salt.
- This variety lists wheat, gluten and milk; check the current packaging before handing out the buns.
PLUS
PLUS lists both a bag of 8 regular currant buns and a bag of 9 mini currant and raisin buns.
- The two sizes let you choose between a regular bun and a smaller portion to hand out.
- The varieties described list wheat, gluten and milk; check the label for each product.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists a pack of 6 regular raisin and currant buns.
- Six buns are easy to count for a small group or to serve alongside other snacks.
- The variety described lists gluten, milk and wheat, and may also contain other allergens.
ALDI
ALDI lists 6 regular raisin and currant buns and, as a separate product, 9 mini butter-and-raisin buns.
- You can choose between regular buns and a smaller size to hand out.
- The mini butter-and-raisin buns are a different product from the regular raisin and currant buns; check the label for the variety you buy.
Lidl
Lidl lists a bag of 9 mini raisin and currant buns, with a total weight of 360 g.
- The number of buns and the bag weight help you plan smaller portions to hand out.
- The product description mentions butter; check the current packaging for the full ingredients and allergen information.
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Frequently asked questions
Should I choose regular or mini currant buns for a street festival?
Choose regular buns if you want to give each visitor a whole bun; choose mini buns for smaller portions alongside other snacks. Albert Heijn and PLUS list bags of 10 and 8 regular buns, while PLUS lists a bag of 9 mini buns. Count how many portions you need before deciding how many bags to buy.
Can I buy currant buns in advance and freeze them?
The regular varieties described by Albert Heijn and PLUS say they can be frozen at home on the day of purchase. Follow the storage and defrosting instructions on the packaging of the variety you buy.
Can I hand these currant buns out as gluten-free or dairy-free?
No, not if you mean one of the varieties described by Albert Heijn, PLUS or Jumbo: they list wheat or gluten and milk. For any other variety, check the current label separately rather than relying on the product name.
Does every currant bun contain iodine from baker’s salt?
No, you can’t tell from the type of product. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bakers don’t have to use baker’s salt. Check the ingredients list if you want to know whether a specific pack lists baker’s salt or iodised salt.
What should I bear in mind if I sell the buns from a stall?
The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that currant buns sold at an event must be stored and served safely and hygienically. If you’re selling unpackaged food, you must also be able to give customers allergen information. So keep the product information to hand and protect the buns from dirt and contamination.