Which choice is right for you?

If you regularly snack late

If you often reach for a currant bun, you can compare wholemeal options and their stated fibre content rather than relying on a product name that suggests a treat.

If you fancy an occasional larger bun

An extra-large version suits anyone looking for one generous treat. Check the weight of each bun, though: a larger size says nothing about the type of grain or its nutritional value.

If you spread a bag over several evenings

If you won’t eat all the buns straight away, storage and freezing instructions matter more than an eye-catching name on the pack.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide what matters most for your late-night snack: the type of grain, the size of the treat, the portion size or how it should be stored. Then compare the relevant information on the packaging.

What to look for What to check before buying Who it matters to
Type of grain and fibre Check whether the grain is listed as wholemeal and compare the fibre per 100 g. Albert Heijn lists 6.1 g for AH Extra long-lasting freshness; Jumbo lists 2.8 g for its standard raisin and currant buns. If I eat a currant bun regularly in the evening, I want to choose based on the type of grain rather than the product name. For around 31% of consumers, the type of grain and fibre matter most.
Fruit and treat size Check the stated percentage of raisins and currants, and whether the product is a regular or extra-large bun. When choosing a treat, I mainly want to know how much fruit the label says the bun contains and how big it is. Around 23% of consumers give these qualities top priority.
Portion size Compare sugars and energy per 100 g and, if listed, per bun. Also note the difference in size between regular and extra-large buns. If I choose one bun for a late-night snack, I want to know what the whole bun means as a portion. Portion size comes first for around 23% of consumers.
Storage Read the product-specific instructions for storing in a dry place, freezing and defrosting. I want to spread a bag over several evenings without having to eat all the buns at once. For around 23% of consumers, ease of storage is their main concern when buying.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming ‘premium’ means it’s more nutritious

    A larger bun or a label such as ‘extra long-lasting freshness’ doesn’t prove that the product is wholemeal or contains less sugar.

    Compare the type of grain, fibre and sugars on the same per-100 g basis. Also check the weight of the bun you actually plan to eat.

  • Comparing an extra-large bun with a regular portion

    Similar values per 100 g don’t mean two buns provide the same amount of energy or sugars each if they weigh different amounts.

    Check the weight or nutritional information per bun, then decide whether you want an extra-large bun, part of one or a regular bun.

  • Guessing allergens from the name

    The versions described contain cereals containing gluten and milk. The name ‘currant bun’ doesn’t tell you which ingredients are in the product you’ve chosen.

    Check the current ingredients and allergen information on the packaging every time you buy.

  • Buying a whole bag without a storage plan

    Storage instructions vary by product. If you plan to spread a bag over several evenings, check the stated storage period and any instructions for freezing.

    Follow the packaging instructions. If you want to freeze bread in portions, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends doing so as soon as you’ve bought it. For a frozen product, also follow the specific defrosting instructions.

Brands compared

Albert Heijn

Alongside its regular currant buns, it offers an AH Extra long-lasting freshness version labelled as wholemeal.

  • For this wholemeal version, Albert Heijn lists 6.1 g of fibre per 100 g and advises that it can be frozen.
  • The same version lists 25 g of sugars per 100 g and contains ingredients with milk and gluten; the storage information doesn’t change those figures.

Jumbo

The standard pack of six raisin and currant buns provides information you can use to compare fruit content and nutritional value.

  • Jumbo lists 29.6% raisins, 6.1% currants and nutritional information per 100 g and per bun.
  • This version is made with white wheat flour and contains 2.8 g of fibre per 100 g; don’t assume it’s wholemeal.

PLUS

It offers regular currant buns, a long-lasting freshness version and Korenlanders extra-large currant and raisin buns.

  • PLUS lists 32% raisins for its extra-large version. The long-lasting freshness version includes instructions for freezing at home.
  • The fruit content of the extra-large version and the storage instructions for the other version don’t necessarily apply to all PLUS currant buns.

ALDI

It sells packs of six raisin and currant buns, as well as separate packs of four extra-large raisin buns.

  • The distinction between the regular and extra-large packs makes it easier to choose the size you want.
  • Check the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information on the pack you’ve chosen before comparing the versions in detail.

Lidl

It describes a pack of six soft currant buns which, according to the product page, is only available in store.

  • The stated pack size makes it possible to compare the number of buns.
  • For ingredients, allergens and nutritional value, read the label on the pack in store.

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Frequently asked questions

Is ‘extra long-lasting freshness’ automatically a reason to choose that currant bun?

No. That label alone tells you nothing about the type of grain or nutritional value. AH Extra long-lasting freshness raisin and currant buns are labelled as wholemeal and list 6.1 g of fibre and 25 g of sugars per 100 g; decide which qualities matter for your choice.

How should I store currant buns to eat over several evenings?

First, follow the storage instructions for the product you’ve chosen. If you want to freeze bread, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends doing so in portions as soon as you’ve bought it. For a frozen product, also check the defrosting instructions.

Which allergens should I check in currant buns?

Read the current ingredients and allergen information on the specific pack. The Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS versions described contain cereals containing gluten and milk, among other ingredients, but don’t assume another bun has the same ingredients based on these examples.

Does every Dutch currant bun contain baker’s salt?

No. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bakers aren’t required to use baker’s salt. Check the currant bun’s label or ask the baker which salt was used in the product you’ve chosen.