Who is this choice relevant to?

Office manager planning the supplies

Wants to cater for several snack breaks without keeping the buns for longer than necessary. Clear freezing instructions and keeping track of stock can help with planning.

Someone topping up a team lunch

Wants an easy-to-manage pack that can be handed out quickly, without being left with a large opened pack.

Buyer checking for allergens

Needs to be able to check the ingredients and any warnings about traces on the current packaging before sharing the currant buns with colleagues.

What should you look for when choosing?

First work out how many buns will be eaten within a few days, then compare the storage instructions, label and pack size.

What to consider What to check when buying Who is this most important for?
Stock and freshness Match the number of buns to how many will be eaten. Check whether the chosen pack can be frozen and what instructions apply. If I’m splitting the stock over several days, I want to avoid leaving opened buns uneaten. Stock planning is a priority for around 33% of consumers.
Allergens Read the ingredients, allergen information and any warnings about traces on the current packaging. If colleagues need to avoid certain allergens, I want to know which product is suitable for them before handing it out. This is the main consideration for around 27% of consumers.
Nutritional information Compare fibre, sugars and salt per 100 g and per portion; also check the ingredients of the exact variety. If the buns are eaten regularly, I want to see how the varieties differ nutritionally. Comparing labels matters most to around 20% of consumers.
Pack size Compare the number of buns in each pack with the expected number of people eating them and the storage instructions. If only a few colleagues are joining in, I don’t want to open more than we can use. A suitable portion size is the first consideration for around 20% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Using a biscuit tin for long-term storage

    A clean, dry tin won’t keep opened currant buns fresh indefinitely. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends keeping currant buns in a kitchen cupboard for 2–4 days; also follow the instructions on the packaging.

    Open only as many as the team can eat in good time, keep track of your stock and freeze the buns only as directed for the product you’ve chosen.

    A large opened pack can dry out or end up being thrown away.

  • Sharing currant buns without checking the label

    The Jumbo and PLUS varieties described contain wheat or gluten and milk. Warnings about the possible presence of other allergens vary by product.

    Check the exact packaging before buying and before handing the buns out. Keep products for colleagues with allergies clearly labelled and separate.

  • Taking ‘premium’ as a claim about nutritional value

    This kind of label doesn’t tell you how much fibre, sugar or salt a particular currant bun contains. Figures for an average currant bun don’t replace the label for the variety you’ve chosen either.

    Compare the nutritional information per 100 g and per portion, then choose a pack size that suits how quickly the buns will be eaten at the office.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists a standard raisin and currant bun variety, as well as varieties that keep for longer.

  • The product information for the standard variety described includes ingredients, allergens and nutritional values.
  • Check the current range and packaging before buying; a variety described previously isn’t confirmation that it’s available now.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists raisin and currant buns in a pack of six.

  • The product information includes ingredients, allergens, nutritional values and storage advice.
  • The variety described contains wheat or gluten and milk; also check the current packaging for warnings about possible traces.

Lidl

Lidl lists currant buns in a pack of six for in-store purchase.

  • The pack size is clear upfront.
  • For a comparison of ingredients, allergens and nutritional values, read the packaging in store.

ALDI

ALDI lists wheat raisin and currant buns in a pack of six.

  • The product description makes clear what type of bun it is and how many come in a pack.
  • Check the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information on the packaging before choosing this variety for your team.

PLUS

PLUS lists currant buns in packs of six and eight, among others; instructions vary by variety.

  • The eight-bun variety described says to freeze the buns on the day of purchase and use them within one month.
  • The six- and eight-bun varieties described contain wheat or gluten and milk. Also check the other allergen information and storage instructions on each pack.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I keep currant buns in the office biscuit tin?

Yes, for a short time in a clean, dry tin, but it won’t extend their shelf life by itself. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends keeping them in a kitchen cupboard for 2–4 days; follow the packaging instructions and throw away any mouldy buns.

Can I freeze currant buns for later?

You can if the instructions on the pack you’ve chosen allow it. For the eight-bun variety described, PLUS says to freeze the buns on the day of purchase and use them within one month; freezing bread for longer can make it drier.

Where can I find the allergen information for prepacked currant buns?

According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergen information should appear on the label of prepacked currant buns. Check the current packaging for the exact variety, even if you’ve bought a product with the same name before.

Does every Dutch currant bun contain iodised baker’s salt?

Don’t assume that it does. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that iodine compounds may be present in bakery products through the use of baker’s salt. If this matters to your choice, check the ingredients list for the currant buns you’re considering.