Who are these multipacks suitable for?

Sharing at a new-baby visit or family get-together

You want to be able to offer several people a bun from one bag. A pack of 8 or 10 could be a good fit, as long as you also know what you’ll do with any leftovers.

Lunchbox planner

You’re looking for smaller individual portions for a lunchbox. In that case, look for mini buns rather than focusing only on the number of buns in the pack.

Buying to stock up

You don’t need all the buns straight away and only want to buy a larger bag if the storage and freezing instructions fit your plans.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, work out how many buns you want to serve. Then compare the size of each bun, your plan for any leftovers and the ingredients in the specific variety.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Enough buns to share Check the number of buns and whether the size suits the occasion. Albert Heijn lists 10 in its Extra lang lekker pack; PLUS lists 8 in its Lekker lang lekker pack. For a new-baby visit, I want to be able to offer everyone a bun without opening several bags. Having enough to share is the top priority for around 31% of consumers.
Smaller portions for lunchboxes Check both the number of buns and the pack weight. Lidl lists 9 mini buns in 360 g; its giant variety contains 4 buns weighing 100 g each. For a lunchbox, I’d rather have several small buns than one large one. Smaller individual portions are the main reason for choosing them for around 31% of consumers.
Storing leftovers Read the instructions for the exact variety you’ve chosen. PLUS advises freezing its 6- and 8-bun varieties on the day of purchase and using them within 1 month. If we won’t eat them all on the same day, I want to know how to store the rest. This is the deciding factor for around 23% of consumers.
Ingredients and allergens Read the current label on the pack you’ve chosen. Jumbo lists wheat, gluten and milk as allergens in its 6-bun variety. If I need to take ingredients or allergens into account, the label matters more than the pack size. Checking this is the top priority for around 15% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Comparing mini, standard and giant buns by number alone

    The number doesn’t tell you how much bread you get in each bun. Lidl lists 9 mini buns in 360 g and 4 giant buns weighing 100 g each.

    Compare the total weight too, and think about what size you want to serve each person.

  • Choosing a large bag without a plan for leftovers

    A pack with more buns only suits your plans if you’ll use the leftovers in time or can freeze them according to the product instructions.

    Before buying, check the storage and freezing instructions for the variety you’ve chosen.

  • Assuming fruit buns don’t contain relevant allergens

    Jumbo lists wheat, gluten and milk as allergens in its 6-bun raisin and currant variety. The information for another variety may be different.

    If you have an allergy, always read the packaging of the product you’re actually buying.

Brands with relevant currant buns

Albert Heijn

Offers, among other options, a 10-bun Extra lang lekker pack of raisin and currant buns, as well as a separate frozen 6-bun variety.

  • The ingredients in the 10-bun variety include iodised sea salt.
  • For the frozen 6-bun variety, Albert Heijn advises storing at −18 °C and says not to refreeze the buns after thawing.

Jumbo

The raisin and currant buns in the standard pack reviewed are divided into 6 portions of 65 g.

  • The product information lists, among other things, 2.8 g of fibre per 100 g, so you can compare the nutritional value with another pack on the same basis.
  • Jumbo lists wheat, gluten and milk as allergens in this variety; if you have an allergy, check the current label too.

PLUS

The product ranges mentioned include packs of 6 standard buns, 8 Lekker lang lekker buns, 9 mini buns and 4 giant buns.

  • For the 6- and 8-bun varieties mentioned, PLUS advises freezing on the day of purchase and using within 1 month.
  • Mini, standard and giant buns come in different portion sizes, so don’t compare them as if they were the same size.

Lidl

Lists both mini and giant raisin and currant buns: 9 in 360 g and 4 weighing 100 g each, respectively.

  • The stated weights help you choose between smaller and larger individual portions.
  • Lidl identifies these varieties as products sold in store.

ALDI

Lists a pack of 6 raisin and currant buns, described as wheat buns with raisins and currants.

  • The stated number makes it easy to match the pack to a smaller gathering.
  • Check the packaging of the variety you’ve chosen for ingredients and allergens.

Currant buns at Joybuy

Related products coming soon.

Frequently asked questions

Are currant buns the same as rusks with aniseed sprinkles?

No, they’re different products. Bolletje recommends rusks as the base for the well-known combination with aniseed sprinkles. Currant buns are another serving idea if their size and portions suit your plans better.

What size currant buns should I choose for a lunchbox?

Mini buns are a good choice if you want to pack smaller individual portions. Lidl lists 9 mini buns in 360 g, compared with 4 giant buns weighing 100 g each, so don’t look only at the number on the bag.

Can I freeze currant buns from a multipack?

Follow the instructions for the variety you’ve chosen. For its 6- and 8-bun varieties mentioned here, PLUS advises freezing on the day of purchase and using within 1 month. Albert Heijn’s separate frozen 6-bun variety should be stored at −18 °C and must not be refrozen after thawing.

What should I check if I have a wheat, milk or nut allergy?

Read the allergen information on the current packaging for the exact variety you’re buying. Jumbo lists wheat, gluten and milk as allergens in its 6-bun raisin and currant variety, and also notes that other allergens may be present. Don’t rely on the information for a different multipack.