Who is this for?

Shopping for a small group

You want to put out enough currant buns for the Oranje match without ending up with lots left over. Count how many people will be eating, then compare that with the number of buns in each pack.

Shopping for several matches

You’d rather buy more buns in one go, as long as you can store the rest. PLUS says its packs of six and eight can be frozen at home on the day of purchase.

Checking the label

You want to know which ingredients and allergens a currant bun contains before serving it, or whether baker’s salt has been used. Check the label on the pack you buy.

What should you look for when choosing?

Estimate how many buns you’ll need for your match night, consider whether you want to keep some for later, and check the ingredients on the pack you choose.

What to consider What should you check? Who should pay particular attention?
How many you need for match night Count how many people will be eating and compare that with the number of buns in each pack. If it’s only a small group watching, I want to have enough to share without lots left over. Around 42% of consumers put the amount they need for one match night first.
Keeping some for later Check whether you’ll use all the buns and follow the instructions on the pack you choose if you plan to freeze them. If I’m watching several matches, I want to be able to store any leftover buns rather than leave them uneaten. For around 33% of consumers, having some in reserve is the main consideration.
Ingredients and allergens Read the ingredients, allergen information and nutritional details on the current label. If an ingredient matters to me, I need to know what’s in this particular variety before serving it. Around 25% of consumers put checking the label first.

Common mistakes

  • Buying a bigger pack without a plan for the leftovers

    A pack of eight gives you more buns than a pack of six, but the extras are only useful if someone eats them or you can store them.

    Decide in advance how many buns you want to serve. If you plan to freeze the rest, follow the instructions for that particular pack.

  • Assuming every currant bun contains baker’s salt

    According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, not all bread is made with baker’s salt. The ingredients can therefore vary from one currant bun to another.

    If you want to know, check whether baker’s salt or iodised salt is listed in the ingredients.

  • Assuming a currant bun is wholemeal

    Jumbo describes its Raisin Currant Buns as white wheat buns. The name ‘currant bun’ alone doesn’t mean that a variety is wholemeal.

    If you’re looking for a wholemeal variety, check the description and ingredients on the specific pack.

Brands to consider

ALDI

ALDI sells Raisin Currant Buns in packs of six.

  • A pack of six could suit a small group watching the match.
  • Check the ingredients and allergens on the pack label in store.

Jumbo

Jumbo sells Raisin Currant Buns in packs of six, with online information about ingredients, allergens and nutritional value.

  • You can check the listed ingredients before you shop.
  • This variety is described as a white wheat bun. Check the label if you’re specifically looking for a wholemeal variety.

PLUS

PLUS sells currant buns in packs of six and eight.

  • PLUS says both varieties can be frozen at home on the day of purchase.
  • If you won’t use all the buns during match night, you’ll need a plan for the extras in a pack of eight.

Lidl

Lidl lists currant buns in packs of six, available in store only.

  • You know the pack size in advance.
  • Check the label in store if the ingredients or allergens are important to your choice.

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Frequently asked questions

Should I choose six or eight currant buns for an Oranje match night?

Choose a pack that suits the number of people eating and what you’ll use later. PLUS sells packs of six and eight; a pack of eight is most practical if you’ll share the extra buns or store them according to the instructions on the pack.

Can I keep currant buns for another match?

PLUS says its varieties mentioned here can be frozen at home on the day of purchase. Follow the storage and usage instructions on the pack you actually buy.

Which allergens should I check in currant buns?

Always check the allergen information on the pack you choose, as ingredients vary between varieties. The Jumbo and PLUS products mentioned contain wheat and milk, among other ingredients. Also check the current label for any other allergens.

Are currant buns always wholemeal?

No. The name ‘currant bun’ doesn’t mean a product is wholemeal. Jumbo describes its Raisin Currant Buns mentioned here as white wheat buns; check the description and ingredients if you’re looking for a wholemeal variety.

Do currant buns always contain iodised baker’s salt?

No. Don’t assume that every currant bun contains baker’s salt. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, using baker’s salt in bread isn’t compulsory. Check the label on the variety you choose to see whether baker’s salt or iodised salt has been used.