Who are these packs suitable for?

Hosts with four or five players

If you’d like to offer everyone a standard bun and have a few left over, you can compare packs of 8 or 10. PLUS lists an 8-pack, while Albert Heijn offers a pack of 10.

Hosts who want to serve smaller portions

Mini buns are handy to serve individually alongside other snacks. Lidl lists a pack of 9 mini buns; decide in advance whether you’re allowing for one or more per player.

Shoppers buying with allergies in mind

Ask your guests which ingredients they need to avoid before choosing a pack. The standard currant buns from Jumbo and PLUS that we looked at contain wheat or gluten, as well as milk ingredients. Check the warnings on the pack you buy, too.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, decide how many buns you need and what size portions you want to serve. Then check that the pack is suitable for any allergies and fits your plans for any leftovers.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Enough buns Count the players and compare the number of buns in the pack with how many you want to serve. If I want to offer everyone a standard bun, I don’t want to run out halfway through the game. Having enough in stock is the main concern for around 25% of consumers.
Smaller portions Compare mini and standard buns, and decide how many mini buns to allow for per person. When there are other snacks on the table, I want to serve smaller buns without cutting them up. The right portion size comes first for around 19% of consumers.
Storing leftovers Read the storage instructions on the pack you’ve chosen and check whether and when the buns can be frozen. If there are buns left over for lunchboxes, I want to know how to store them according to the packaging. This is the first thing around 25% of consumers consider.
Ingredients and allergens Read the ingredients list and allergen information on the current packaging, even if you’ve bought the product before. If a guest needs to avoid certain ingredients, I want to be able to check the specific pack. This check is a priority for around 31% of consumers.

Common mistakes when buying

  • Counting a mini bun as a standard portion

    Nine mini buns give you nine individual buns, but their smaller size may not suit the number of buns you want to serve per player.

    Decide whether you’re offering mini buns as a small snack or allowing for several per person.

  • Looking only at the number of buns

    The standard products from Jumbo and PLUS that we looked at contain wheat or gluten, as well as milk ingredients. Some packs also carry warnings about other allergens.

    Before you buy, ask which allergens are relevant to your guests and check the information on the exact pack you’re purchasing.

  • Assuming from the product name that it contains iodised salt

    The name ‘currant bun’ doesn’t tell you what type of salt is used in a particular pack.

    If the type of salt matters to you, check the ingredients list on that pack.

  • Buying a large pack without a plan for leftovers

    If you have a smaller group, you may have buns left over. Freezing instructions for one variety won’t necessarily apply to another.

    Choose a pack size that suits your group. PLUS says its packs of 6 and 8 can be frozen at home on the day of purchase and should be used within one month. Follow the instructions on the pack you’ve chosen.

Brands to compare

These supermarket ranges offer different pack sizes and formats. Always check the specific pack, especially if ingredients or storage instructions affect your choice.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists, among other options, a pack of 10 standard raisin and currant buns and a pack of 9 mini raisin buns.

  • The 10-pack gives you enough to serve one bun per person to four or five players, with some left over.
  • Ingredients and allergen information can change, so check the current packaging.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists standard raisin and currant buns in a pack of 6, which you could compare for a smaller group.

  • Six individual buns make it easy to plan how many you’ll need in advance.
  • The pack we looked at contains gluten, milk and wheat, and states that it may contain other allergens. Check the current allergen information.

PLUS

PLUS lists standard currant buns in packs of 6, as well as a Lekker lang lekker variety in a pack of 8.

  • For both of these varieties, PLUS says they can be frozen at home on the day of purchase and used within one month.
  • The varieties we looked at contain wheat or gluten, as well as milk ingredients. Check the packaging if you have allergies.

ALDI

ALDI lists raisin and currant buns in packs of 6, as well as mini butter and raisin buns in packs of 9. When comparing them, note the differences in product name and size.

  • The two packs listed give you a choice between standard and mini buns.
  • Check the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information on the pack in store.

Lidl

Lidl lists standard currant buns in packs of 6 and mini raisin and currant buns in packs of 9.

  • According to Lidl, the mini pack contains 9 buns with a total weight of 360 g.
  • Lidl refers shoppers to the packaging for ingredient and allergen information, so check it when you buy.

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Frequently asked questions

How many currant buns do I need for game night?

Start with the number of players and the portions you want to serve. For four or five players, a pack of 8 to 10 standard buns gives you enough for one per person, with a few spare. If you’re serving mini buns, decide separately how many to allow for per player.

Can I freeze leftover currant buns?

Follow the instructions on the specific pack. For the packs of 6 and 8 that we looked at, PLUS says they can be frozen at home on the day of purchase and used within one month. Don’t assume the same instructions apply to other varieties.

Are standard currant buns suitable for someone with coeliac disease?

The standard currant buns from Jumbo and PLUS that we looked at contain wheat or gluten, so they aren’t suitable for someone with coeliac disease. For another product, check the current packaging for an explicit gluten-free label and relevant allergen information.

Can I tell from the name whether a currant bun contains iodised salt?

No, the product name doesn’t tell you what type of salt is used in a particular currant bun. If this matters to you, check the ingredients list on the packaging.