Who is this choice relevant to?

Late-night snackers who keep an eye on fibre

You’re looking for a currant bun that suits your preference for wholemeal. Check that it’s labelled wholemeal and look at the fibre per 100 g, rather than relying on the name or colour alone.

Lovers of soft currant buns

You’re mainly after the familiar, soft wheat bun. Check the product description to find out whether you’re buying a white or wholemeal variety.

Late-night snackers who plan their portions

You want to decide in advance how much to have. The weight per bun is a better guide than the mini, regular or giant label alone.

What should you look for when choosing?

First choose the grain type and flavour you want. Then use the weight per bun to find a size that suits your planned portion.

What to consider What to check Who it’s for
Wholemeal and fibre Look for an explicit wholemeal label and compare the fibre per 100 g. If I want a currant bun made with wholemeal grains, I won’t let the colour decide for me; I’ll check the label. For around 40% of consumers, wholemeal and fibre would be the top priority.
Soft flavour and nutritional information Read the product description and compare sugars and salt per 100 g. If you mainly want a soft, classic currant bun, you can choose a white wheat variety without mistaking it for wholemeal. This flavour preference would come first for around 30% of consumers.
Portion size Check the weight per bun and decide how many you want to have. When my appetite varies, I want to be able to decide in advance how many to have, rather than treating a giant bun as a regular portion. Portion planning would be the main priority for around 30% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming wholemeal automatically means low in sugars

    The Albert Heijn wholemeal currant buns reviewed list 25 g of sugars per 100 g. So the wholemeal label doesn’t tell you how much sugar the bun contains.

    Compare the grain type, fibre and sugars per 100 g on the packaging, and check the weight per bun too.

  • Reading only the front of the packaging

    A product name or claim such as ‘stays fresh for extra long’ doesn’t replace the ingredients list and nutritional information table. The Dutch Nutrition Centre specifically recommends checking this information on the packaging.

    Read the ingredients and nutritional information before comparing varieties.

  • Treating a giant bun as the same portion

    Mini, regular and giant buns come in different sizes. The number of buns in a bag doesn’t tell you how much one bun weighs.

    Check the weight per bun and decide in advance how many you want to have.

  • Relying on an allergen list you read earlier

    Ingredients and allergen information can vary between varieties and may change. This is particularly important if you need to avoid certain ingredients.

    Check the current packaging of the exact variety you choose every time you buy it.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn offers both regular raisin and currant buns and a soft wholemeal wheat and rye variety.

  • The wholemeal variety reviewed lists ingredients and fibre, among other details, and includes instructions for freezing.
  • Product information can change, so check the packaging of the bun you buy.

Jumbo

Jumbo offers a regular white raisin and currant bun and has also listed a mini wholemeal variety.

  • The regular variety reviewed lists nutritional values per 100 g and per 65 g bun, as well as ingredients and allergens.
  • Check current availability if you’re specifically looking for the mini wholemeal variety.

PLUS

PLUS offers regular and giant currant and raisin buns, among other varieties.

  • You can check the ingredients and nutritional information for the regular and giant varieties reviewed.
  • The currant bun varieties reviewed are described as white wheat buns. Check the product description if you’re looking for wholemeal.

Lidl

The giant raisin and currant buns reviewed from Lidl come in a pack of four, each weighing 100 g.

  • The stated weight per bun helps you decide on your portion.
  • Compare fibre, sugars and allergens using the information on the current packaging.

ALDI

ALDI lists regular raisin and currant buns in packs of six, and mini butter-rich raisin buns in packs of nine.

  • The regular and mini varieties give you two different sizes to choose from.
  • Check the weight per bun and the nutritional and allergen information on the packaging before comparing them.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a wholemeal currant bun automatically low in sugars?

No. The wholemeal label doesn’t tell you how much sugar a currant bun contains. The Albert Heijn wholemeal variety reviewed lists 25 g of sugars per 100 g, while Jumbo’s regular variety lists 24.0 g per 100 g. Compare the current nutritional information for the varieties you’re considering.

How do I choose a size for a late-night snack?

Start with the weight per bun and decide how many you want to have. Mini and giant describe the size, but the number of buns in the pack doesn’t tell you their nutritional value. For that, check the information per 100 g and, if available, per bun.

Can I freeze currant buns?

According to the product information, you can freeze the Albert Heijn wholemeal variety reviewed and PLUS’s ‘stays fresh for extra long’ variety reviewed. Freeze them at home on the day you buy them and use them within one month. For other varieties, follow the instructions on their packaging.

Which allergens should I check in currant buns?

Check the current allergen information for the specific bun you’re buying. The varieties reviewed contain cereals with gluten; other ingredients and warnings, including those about milk, vary by product.