Choose a standard currant bun if you want a soft bun you can eat straight away during a short gaming session. If fibre is a priority when choosing a daily snack, compare the wholemeal version. Buying for several sessions? Check how many buns are in the pack and how to store them. Whichever you choose, check the current ingredients and allergen information on the packaging.
If you want a soft bun to eat between rounds with no preparation, check the size of each bun. Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS describe their standard currant buns as soft, though the portion size may vary between versions.
If fibre matters to you, compare the nutritional information per 100 g. Albert Heijn lists 6.1 g of fibre per 100 g for the wholemeal version we looked at.
If you buy more buns than you’ll eat straight away, check how to store the rest. For the versions we looked at, PLUS says you can freeze them at home on the day of purchase and use them within one month.
First, decide whether you’re looking for a suitable individual size, fibre, easy storage or clear ingredient information. Don’t rely on the ‘medium sliced’ description to judge the size; check what the packaging says about the buns themselves.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Ready to eat and individual size | Check the number of buns and the stated portion size. The standard AH version we looked at lists a 65 g portion. | If I want to eat one bun between rounds without preparing anything, the key is whether that size suits my snack break. Around 29% of consumers put this convenience first. |
| Fibre | Compare fibre per 100 g and check the portion size separately. The AH wholemeal version we looked at lists 6.1 g of fibre per 100 g and a 75 g portion. | If I often eat a currant bun as a snack, I want to know how much fibre it contains rather than relying on the name alone. Around 29% of consumers put this need first. |
| Storage and freezing | Read the storage advice and any freezing instructions. For the versions we looked at, PLUS says to freeze them on the day of purchase and use them within one month. | If I buy a pack for several sessions, I want to be able to store the leftover buns according to the product instructions. This is the first consideration for around 21% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the current ingredients list and check the ‘contains’ and ‘may contain’ statements on the packaging. | If I need to avoid certain ingredients or allergens, I can’t rely on a similar bun or a label I checked previously. Around 21% of consumers put this check first. |
According to the Dutch industry guidance from brood.net, the use of iodised baker’s salt is encouraged through an agreement, but it is not a legal requirement. So you can’t tell whether it’s included just from the product category.
Check the ingredients list for the bun you’re buying to see whether it lists baker’s salt or iodised salt.
Albert Heijn lists 6.1 g of fibre per 100 g for the wholemeal version we looked at, compared with 2.9 g per 100 g for its standard version. A name that refers to storage doesn’t tell you how much fibre a bun contains.
Compare fibre per 100 g, portion size and storage instructions separately.
The Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS currant buns we looked at list wheat or cereals containing gluten; other ingredients and possible traces vary between versions. If you have a food allergy, it’s important to check the information for the specific product.
Every time you buy, check both ‘contains’ and ‘may contain’ on the current packaging.
If you want to split the buns across several sessions, both the number of buns and the product-specific storage instructions matter. For the versions we looked at, PLUS says you can freeze them at home on the day of purchase.
Choose an amount you can use, and follow the packaging instructions if you freeze some of the buns.
Buns left out until they dry up may no longer be suitable for the way you planned to use them.
Albert Heijn lists both standard raisin and currant buns in a pack of six and a wholemeal version in a pack of four.
Jumbo lists a pack of six white-wheat buns with raisins and currants.
PLUS lists standard currant buns in a pack of six and a version called ‘tasty for longer’ in a pack of eight.
ALDI describes raisin and currant buns in a pack of six.
Lidl lists currant buns in a pack of six, as well as a separate mini version.
No. According to the Dutch industry guidance from brood.net, the use of iodised baker’s salt is encouraged through an agreement, but it is not a legal requirement. Check the ingredients list for the specific currant bun to see whether it lists baker’s salt or iodised salt.
Don’t assume a currant bun will be suitable. The versions from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS that we looked at list wheat or cereals containing gluten, and some list milk ingredients. Check the current ingredients and allergen information for the version you choose every time you buy.
Follow the storage advice on the packaging you buy. For the versions we looked at, PLUS advises storing them in a cool, dark place, or freezing them at home on the day of purchase and using them within one month.
Compare a wholemeal version if fibre is a priority when choosing a daily snack. For the wholemeal version we looked at, Albert Heijn lists 6.1 g of fibre per 100 g and a 75 g portion, compared with 2.9 g of fibre per 100 g and a 65 g portion for its standard version. So also consider what size bun you want.
