Who is this choice for?

Anyone looking to share currant buns with a group

Count your guests before choosing between regular packs of six, eight or ten. A larger pack may also suit you if you want to save any leftover buns for another occasion.

Families looking to serve smaller portions

A multipack of mini buns gives you several small individual rolls for a get-together or lunchbox. Compare the size as well as the number of buns.

Shoppers who check the label

If you pay attention to ingredients, allergens, fibre or salt, comparing the varieties you’re considering is more useful than simply counting the buns shown on the front of the pack.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, decide how many portions you want to serve and what size they should be. Then check whether you can store any leftovers, and whether the label meets the needs of you and your guests.

What to consider What to check Who it matters to
Number and size Compare the number of buns with the difference between regular and mini buns; check the portion weight if it’s listed. If I’m sharing with a group, I want enough rolls without mistaking a mini pack for the same number of regular portions. For around 40% of consumers, having the right number of portions to share comes first.
Storing leftovers Read the use-by or best-before information and the product-specific freezing advice. If there are buns left over for another get-together or lunch, I want to know how to store them according to the packaging. Easy storage is the top priority for around 30% of consumers.
Label and ingredients Compare ingredients and allergens, and check fibre and salt per 100 g; check whether the product specifically mentions iodised salt. If guests need to avoid certain ingredients, I want to check the pack I’ve chosen rather than relying on the name ‘currant bun’ alone. Around 30% of consumers give checking the label top priority.

Common mistakes

  • Comparing only the number of buns

    Nine mini buns and six regular buns provide different-sized portions. So the number of buns alone doesn’t tell you how much you’ll be serving each guest.

    First decide whether you want small bites for a get-together or regular rolls. Then compare the number of buns and, where listed, the portion weight.

  • Buying a large pack without a plan for storing it

    A pack of eight or ten is a good choice if you know what you’ll do with any leftovers. Storage and freezing advice varies by product.

    Read the instructions on the packaging before setting buns aside for later. PLUS says its 8-pack can be frozen at home on the day of purchase.

    If the rolls are left for too long, you may not be able to use them as planned.

  • Assuming currant buns are wholemeal

    Raisins and currants don’t tell you which grain the roll is made from. The regular varieties from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS that were reviewed also list wheat or cereals containing gluten, and milk.

    If you prefer wholemeal, look for a product that’s explicitly labelled as wholemeal. Always check the label for ingredients and allergens.

  • Assuming every currant bun contains iodised salt

    According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bakers aren’t required to use iodised baker’s salt. So a mention on one pack doesn’t automatically apply to another.

    To find out what type of salt is used in the currant buns you’ve chosen, check the current ingredients list.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn sells a pack of ten raisin and currant buns under the name Extra lang lekker.

  • The product information lists ten buns and recommends freezing them on the day of purchase.
  • Check the use-by or best-before date against when you plan to serve them: this 10-pack is listed as having at least one day after delivery. The variety reviewed contains, among other things, cereals containing gluten and milk.

Jumbo

Jumbo sells regular raisin and currant buns in a pack of six.

  • For its 6-pack, Jumbo lists six 65 g portions, which makes it easier to compare serving sizes.
  • The label lists wheat or gluten and milk, as well as warnings about the possible presence of other allergens. Check the current packaging before sharing these with guests.

PLUS

PLUS offers regular packs of six and eight, as well as a pack of nine mini raisin and currant buns.

  • The different pack sizes let you choose between regular rolls and smaller individual portions. PLUS says its 8-pack can be frozen on the day of purchase.
  • The varieties reviewed list wheat, rye and milk or lactose. Check each pack for any warnings about other allergens too.

ALDI

ALDI describes a pack of six raisin and currant buns.

  • Six regular buns give you a familiar pack size to compare with the number of guests.
  • Before choosing this variety, compare the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information on the packaging in store.

Lidl

Lidl describes mini and giant raisin and currant buns as two different sizes.

  • The difference in size matters if you want to serve small bites or are looking for larger rolls.
  • Check the number of buns, weight, ingredients and nutritional information on the pack you choose; don’t assume these details from the size name alone.

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Frequently asked questions

How many currant buns should I buy for a get-together?

Count your guests and decide whether you want to serve regular rolls or smaller portions. A 6-pack may suit a smaller gathering; packs of eight or ten give you more individual buns if you want to save some for later too. For mini buns, compare their size as well as the number in the pack.

Can I freeze leftover currant buns?

The Albert Heijn and PLUS packs reviewed recommend freezing on the day of purchase. Follow the storage advice on the packaging for your currant buns, as shelf life and instructions can vary between varieties.

Can I serve currant buns to someone who needs to avoid gluten or milk?

Don’t assume they’re suitable without checking the pack you’ve chosen: the regular varieties from Jumbo, Albert Heijn and PLUS that were reviewed list wheat or cereals containing gluten, and milk. Also check for any warnings about the possible presence of other allergens.

Does every currant bun contain iodised baker’s salt?

No, you can’t assume that every currant bun does. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says bakers aren’t required to use iodised baker’s salt, so check the ingredients list for the product you choose.

Are currant buns with raisins and currants wholemeal too?

Not necessarily: adding raisins and currants doesn’t tell you which grain the roll is made from. If you want a wholemeal variety, check that the product you choose is explicitly labelled as wholemeal, and compare the nutritional information on the packaging.