Who is this guide for?

Stocking up without wanting to waste food

You want to buy enough currant buns to last several days, but not more than you can use in time or freeze according to the instructions on the pack.

Planning portions for lunch or a snack

You choose between regular and mini buns based on when you plan to eat them. The number of buns in a pack doesn’t automatically tell you how many portions you’ll get.

Checking the label carefully

You check the ingredients and allergens, or are specifically looking for a wholemeal option. The product name alone won’t give you all the information you need to make that choice.

What should you look for when choosing?

First work out how many portions you need, how you’ll store any leftovers and which information on the label matters most to you.

What to consider What should you check? Who does this matter to?
Portions you can use Check the number of buns and the net weight. Don’t compare mini and regular buns as though they’re the same size. If I’m buying buns for several occasions, I want the portion size to suit what I’ll actually eat. This is the main consideration for around 42% of consumers.
Storing and freezing Read the freezing instructions and check that you have room to store the buns in portions. I don’t want the last buns to be left uneaten after I’ve already finished the first ones. For roughly 33% of consumers, being able to manage their stock is the main concern.
Ingredients and nutritional information Check the ingredients, allergens and any warnings about traces. If you want a wholemeal option, check the product description and the nutritional information per 100 g. If I need to avoid an ingredient or am deliberately looking for a wholemeal option, the packaging needs to make that clear. This is the main label-related concern for around 25% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Counting mini buns as regular portions

    A pack with more buns won’t necessarily provide the same number of eating occasions: mini buns are a different product from regular currant buns.

    Check the net weight and choose a size that suits how you’ll use them.

  • Buying a large bag without a storage plan

    If you won’t use all the buns quickly, it’s important to know when and how to freeze the rest. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises freezing bread in portions straight after purchase.

    Check the product instructions too: PLUS advises freezing its bag of eight currant buns on the day of purchase and using them within one month.

  • Assuming the buns contain iodised baker’s salt

    Not every currant bun automatically contains iodised baker’s salt. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that using baker’s salt in baking is not compulsory.

    If this ingredient matters to you, check whether baker’s salt or iodised salt is listed on the label.

  • Relying on a product page alone for allergen information

    Ingredients and warnings can vary between products or change over time. Information about one bag therefore won’t necessarily apply to another variety.

    When you buy them, check the ingredients list and allergen information on the pack you’re actually taking home.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn provides product information for regular raisin and currant buns, as well as a separate frozen variety.

  • For its regular variety, Albert Heijn says it’s suitable for home freezing on the day of purchase.
  • When choosing, check which variety you’re buying and follow the storage instructions on the pack.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists regular raisin and currant buns in packs of six, and also describes a mini wholemeal variety.

  • For the regular variety, Jumbo provides ingredients, allergen and nutritional information.
  • The mini wholemeal variety is no longer available online, so don’t assume it will be available for your stocking-up plans.

Lidl

Lidl Netherlands describes currant buns in a pack of six as an in-store product.

  • The number of buns in each pack is clearly stated.
  • Check the pack in store for the ingredients and storage instructions that matter to you.

ALDI

ALDI Netherlands lists raisin and currant buns in a pack of six.

  • The pack size makes it clear in advance how many regular buns you’ll get.
  • Check the label in store if allergens or freezing instructions are important to your choice.

PLUS

PLUS describes regular currant buns in packs of six and eight, and mini currant and raisin buns in packs of nine.

  • For its pack of eight, PLUS advises freezing the buns at home on the day of purchase and using them within one month.
  • Don’t choose based on the number of buns alone: the mini variety and regular buns provide different portions.

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Frequently asked questions

How should I store currant buns I won’t eat straight away?

Follow the instructions on the pack and, if needed, freeze the buns in portions as soon as you get home. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises freezing bread in portions; for its bag of eight currant buns, PLUS advises freezing them on the day of purchase and using them within one month.

Does every currant bun contain iodised baker’s salt?

No, you can’t assume that every currant bun contains it. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says using baker’s salt isn’t compulsory, so check the label to see whether baker’s salt or iodised salt is listed in the ingredients.

Which allergens should I check for in currant buns?

Always check the current packaging for the specific variety. In the products described by PLUS and Jumbo, wheat and milk or lactose are relevant; also look for any warnings about other allergens or traces.

When should I choose mini currant buns instead of regular ones?

Choose mini buns if a smaller bun suits the occasion better, not just because there are more in the pack. Check the net weight and work out how many buns you’ll actually eat at a time.