Who is this choice relevant to?

Organisers of a group lunch

If you’re buying for several children, you’ll want to match the number of buns to the serving size agreed with the nursery. Albert Heijn lists a pack of 10, while PLUS offers a standard pack of 8.

Anyone following an allergen policy

Check that the ingredients and any cross-contamination warnings meet the requirements for the children at this nursery. To do this, read the label on the pack you’re actually putting in the lunch bag.

Anyone buying in advance

If lunch is on a later day, the storage instructions matter. The standard Albert Heijn and PLUS varieties reviewed can be frozen on the day of purchase.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, agree with the nursery how many buns each child will have. Then compare the number of buns per pack and check the label before packing. If you’re buying ahead, check the storage instructions too.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Portions for the group Compare the number of buns per pack with the number of children and the agreed serving size. PLUS lists 9 mini buns; the standard PLUS and Albert Heijn packs reviewed contain 8 and 10 buns respectively. If I want to prepare the agreed serving for every child who’s there, I need to know how many packs to buy; around 42% of consumers prioritise suitable portions for a group.
Allergen policy Compare the latest label, including listed allergens and any cross-contamination warnings, with the nursery’s requirements. When I’m packing food for a group, I want to make sure the chosen pack meets the allergen requirements first; this check is a priority for around 33% of consumers.
Storing buns until lunchtime Check whether the chosen variety can be frozen on the day of purchase, and follow the storage and defrosting instructions on the pack. If I’m shopping before lunch day, I want to be able to store the buns as instructed; around 25% of consumers prioritise this kind of planning.

Common mistakes

  • Looking only at the number of buns

    A pack of 9 mini currant buns isn’t directly comparable with a pack of 8 or 10 standard buns if the nursery gives each child a different serving size.

    Ask what serving size the nursery gives each child, then work out how many packs you’ll need.

  • Checking for gluten only

    The Jumbo, PLUS and Albert Heijn varieties reviewed also list milk. Depending on the product, there may also be warnings about the possible presence of other allergens.

    Read the full allergen information on the latest packaging and check it against the nursery’s requirements.

  • Assuming every currant bun contains baker’s salt

    According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bakers aren’t required to use baker’s salt. So you can’t tell whether it’s included just from the product name.

    If baker’s salt or iodised salt is relevant to your nutrition planning, check the ingredients on the pack you choose.

Brands compared

Albert Heijn

Worth considering if you want to compare a standard pack of 10 with a variety containing 6.

  • Albert Heijn says its Extra lang lekker variety contains 10 servings and can be frozen on the day of purchase.
  • The variety reviewed lists milk and cereals containing gluten, among other ingredients. Check the latest packaging, including for warnings about the possible presence of other allergens.

PLUS

Worth considering if you want to compare a pack of 9 mini currant buns with a standard pack of 8.

  • The standard Lekker lang lekker variety states that it can be frozen on the day of purchase.
  • The mini and standard varieties reviewed contain wheat or cereals containing gluten, and milk. Check the allergen information for each variety separately.

Jumbo

Worth considering if a standard pack of 6 suits the number of portions you need.

  • Jumbo lists 6 servings of 65 g in the pack reviewed.
  • According to Jumbo, this variety contains gluten, milk and wheat, and may contain other allergens. Check the latest label against the nursery’s policy.

Lidl

Worth considering if you want to compare a standard pack of 6 with other pack sizes.

  • Lidl lists 6 currant buns per pack for its standard variety.
  • Before packing these for nursery, read the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging for your chosen variety.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need to check the label if I bought the currant buns earlier?

Yes. Before packing, check the allergen information on the packaging you’re using. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that allergen information must appear on the label of pre-packed products. Check it against the nursery’s requirements.

Are standard currant buns suitable for a gluten-free policy?

The standard and mini varieties reviewed that contain wheat or cereals containing gluten aren’t suitable if the nursery requires gluten-free products. Check any alternative against the latest label and the requirements for the children concerned.

Can I freeze currant buns for lunch on a later day?

You can freeze varieties whose packaging says they’re suitable for freezing. The AH Extra lang lekker and PLUS Lekker lang lekker varieties reviewed state that they can be frozen on the day of purchase. For the pack you choose, follow the storage time and defrosting instructions too.

Do currant buns always contain baker’s salt?

No, don’t assume they do. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bakers aren’t required to use baker’s salt. If this information matters for your nutrition planning, check the label on the specific pack.