Who are these buns suitable for?

If you’re looking for seeds and fibre

Would you like a bun with a different texture from a regular soft currant bun? Check the label to make sure your chosen variety contains wholemeal flour and seeds, and compare the fibre content per 100 g.

If you want to hand out smaller portions

When several children are taking part in an Easter egg hunt, the size of each bun may matter more than the number in the bag. Jumbo lists its Mini Mueslibollen Volkoren as weighing 40 g each, with nine buns per pack.

If you need to consider allergens

Before handing them out, ask which allergens are relevant and check the ingredients and warnings for the exact variety you’ve chosen. The muesli buns described here contain, among other things, nuts, milk and gluten. Visible seeds don’t tell you the whole story.

What should you look for when choosing?

Wholemeal muesli buns with seeds

Best for: anyone looking for a bun with seeds and oats, and a stated fibre value.

Worth considering: the Jumbo and PLUS varieties described here also contain nuts and other allergens, so don’t assume they’re suitable for everyone without checking first.

Regular raisin and currant buns

Best for: anyone who wants a soft bun with raisins and currants, without seeds being a key feature.

Worth considering: the regular Jumbo currant bun described here contains less fibre than Jumbo’s wholemeal muesli buns. You’ll still need to check the allergens in a regular bun.

Before handing them out, decide what matters most to your group: the bun’s ingredients, allergens or a suitable portion size for each person.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Seeds and fibre Check the ingredients for wholemeal flour and seeds; compare the fibre content per 100 g in the nutritional information. If I want seeds as well as a soft bun, they need to be listed on the packaging of the one I choose. Around 29% of consumers prioritise this combination of texture and fibre.
Allergens Read the ingredients and ‘may contain’ information for your chosen variety. If buying unpackaged bread, ask for allergen information. When handing out buns to a group, I want to know first which ones are suitable for participants who need to avoid certain allergens. Around 36% of consumers prioritise this check.
Portion size Compare the weight of each bun and the number in the pack. Jumbo lists its mini muesli buns as 40 g each, with nine per pack. With several children, I want to work out in advance how many individual buns to hand out. A smaller portion is the main consideration for around 21% of consumers.
Regular bun If you don’t want seeds, choose a soft raisin and currant bun based on its ingredients; check its allergens too. I’m mainly looking for a familiar, soft bun with raisins and currants, without seeds being the deciding factor. That’s the main priority for around 14% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a muesli bun is suitable for everyone

    The muesli buns described here contain, among other things, nuts, milk and gluten. Warnings about the possible presence of other allergens may also be relevant.

    Before buying, ask which allergens participants need to avoid, then check both the ingredients and warnings for the exact variety.

  • Comparing only the product name

    For the Jumbo products described here, the regular raisin and currant bun lists 2.8 g of fibre per 100 g, compared with 6.5 g per 100 g for the wholemeal muesli buns. The size and number of buns also vary by product.

    Compare the nutritional information on the same 100 g basis, and check the weight of each bun, the pack size and the allergens separately.

  • Assuming every currant bun contains baker’s salt

    A mention of baker’s salt on one product doesn’t tell you which type of salt another currant bun contains.

    Check the ingredients list of the bun you’re buying for baker’s salt or iodised salt, rather than assuming this applies to an entire brand.

  • Buying more fresh buns than you can store

    According to the Voedingscentrum’s Bewaarwijzer, an opened pack of currant buns can be kept in a kitchen cupboard for 2 to 4 days.

    Work out how many portions you need in advance and follow the storage and use-by instructions on the pack. The Voedingscentrum says freezing is an option for longer-term storage.

Brands compared

Jumbo

Jumbo’s product information includes regular raisin and currant buns, as well as standard and mini muesli buns.

  • The muesli buns described here contain wholemeal wheat flour and sunflower seeds; both varieties list 6.5 g of fibre per 100 g.
  • The muesli buns also contain allergens, including nuts and milk. Check the full information for your chosen variety.

PLUS

The PLUS Muesli-notenbollen described here combine dried fruit, oats and nuts.

  • The product information lists almonds and hazelnuts, among other ingredients, and 5.6 g of fibre per 100 g.
  • The variety described here contains several allergens, including gluten, milk and nuts. Also check for warnings about the possible presence of other allergens.

Albert Heijn

The AH Rozijnen krentenbollen described here are an example of a regular currant bun, not a bun with seeds.

  • The product information lists iodised salt and 2.9 g of fibre per 100 g.
  • The product described here lists milk and cereals containing gluten. Before buying, check the label on the bun actually being sold.

Lidl

Lidl describes a pack of six soft currant buns as a regular bun for this comparison.

  • The stated number of buns makes it easier to plan how many portions you’ll need to hand out.
  • Check the ingredients, nutritional information and allergens on the pack you choose in store.

ALDI

ALDI describes soft wheat buns with raisins and currants in a pack of six.

  • The description and number of buns can help you choose a regular raisin and currant bun.
  • Check the ingredients, fibre and allergens on the pack before comparing this bun with a muesli bun.

Bolletje

Bolletje lists a product with seeds in its cracker range. This is a different type of product from a soft currant bun.

  • The Zadencrackers Zonnebloempitten described here list 45% seeds.
  • Don’t use the ingredients of these crackers as information about currant buns or muesli buns.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a currant bun with seeds always contain more fibre?

No. The presence of seeds alone doesn’t determine the fibre content. Jumbo lists 6.5 g of fibre per 100 g for the wholemeal muesli buns described here and 2.8 g per 100 g for its regular raisin and currant buns. So compare the nutritional information for the products you’re considering.

What should I check for allergens when handing out buns to children?

For each bun you choose, check the ingredients and warnings for allergens that participants need to avoid. The muesli buns described here contain, among other things, nuts, milk and gluten. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked products.

How can I tell whether a currant bun contains iodised salt?

Check the ingredients list for the bun you’ve chosen for ‘iodised salt’ or ‘baker’s salt’. The version of the Warenwetbesluit published by Overheid.nl on 14 November 2014 defines baker’s salt as iodised table salt; this definition doesn’t mean that every currant bun contains it.

How long can I keep currant buns for an Easter egg hunt?

The Voedingscentrum says an opened pack of currant buns can be kept for 2 to 4 days in a kitchen cupboard, or for 1 to 3 months in the freezer. Also follow the storage and use-by instructions on the packaging of your product.