Snack buyers planning one TV night
You want a pack that’s right for one evening or a few snack occasions, without ending up with lots of buns left over.
Who is this for?
Stock-up shoppers looking to avoid waste
You’re buying for several evenings and want to know whether you can use the buns in time or freeze them according to the pack instructions.
Snack buyers who read the label
You compare portion size, fibre, sugars and salt, or check allergens and whether iodised salt is used.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, work out how many currant buns you’ll need for one or more evenings. Then check the storage instructions and, if they matter to you, the information on the label.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this most important for? |
|---|---|---|
| How many you need for one evening | Check how many buns are in each pack and match that to the snack occasions you have planned. | If I just want something to put out tonight, I don’t want to be left with a big bag of leftovers. For around 50% of consumers, getting the right number of buns matters most. |
| Stocking up and storage | Check how long you can keep the buns and whether the pack includes instructions for freezing them. | If I’m planning several TV nights, I want to be able to store the rest without throwing any buns away. For around 30% of consumers, stocking up is the main priority. |
| Label and portion size | Compare the nutritional information per 100 g and per portion; check the ingredients and allergen information. | If allergens or nutritional values determine my choice, I check the specific pack rather than looking only at its size. For around 20% of consumers, label information is the main consideration. |
Common mistakes
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Buying a large pack without a plan for the leftovers
Having more buns in one pack is only practical if you can use them in time or store them appropriately.
Think about how many snack occasions you have planned, and read the storage instructions on that pack before you buy it.
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Assuming all currant buns have the same nutritional values
Nutritional values and portion sizes can vary from one product to another. A general figure for a currant bun is no substitute for checking the label on the pack you choose.
Compare fibre, sugars and salt per 100 g, and check the weight of one bun or portion of the product you’ve chosen.
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Assuming iodised baker’s salt is always used
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that bread is not always baked with baker’s salt. So don’t assume it’s used just because the product is called a currant bun.
Check the ingredients for baker’s salt or iodised salt. If you’re buying unwrapped buns, ask for product information if this matters to your choice.
Brands compared
PLUS
PLUS lists its standard currant buns in packs of six, a mini version in packs of nine, and a longer-lasting version in packs of eight.
- The different pack sizes give you a useful starting point for matching your purchase to the snack occasions you have planned.
- Check the current label and storage instructions for each version; they are not all the same.
ALDI
ALDI lists raisin and currant buns in a pack of six.
- The stated pack size makes it easy to work out whether it’s right for one or a few evenings.
- Check the nutritional information and allergens on the pack you choose in store.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists AH Extra Long-Lasting Raisin and Currant Buns in packs of ten.
- For this product, Albert Heijn says to freeze it on the day of purchase and use it within one month.
- A pack of ten is best suited to several snack occasions or if you can follow the storage instructions.
Lidl
Lidl lists currant buns in packs of six, available in store.
- The number of buns per pack is clear, which is useful if you’re looking for a smaller amount.
- Check the current label on your chosen pack for ingredients, nutritional values and storage instructions.
Jumbo
The product information for Jumbo Raisin Currant Buns 6 Pack provides a specific example of the information you’ll find on a label.
- For this product, Jumbo lists 2.9 g of fibre per 100 g and identifies wheat and milk as allergens.
- Always use the information on the pack you actually buy to make your choice.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I freeze currant buns if I’m buying them for several evenings?
Yes, if the instructions on the pack you’ve chosen allow it. For its AH Extra Long-Lasting Raisin and Currant Buns, Albert Heijn says to freeze them on the day of purchase and use them within one month. Check the storage instructions on any other pack.
How do I compare sugars, salt and fibre in currant buns?
First compare the nutritional information per 100 g, then check the size of one bun or portion. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives values for a 50 g currant bun, but the portion size and ingredients of the product you buy may differ.
Do currant buns always contain iodised baker’s salt?
Don’t assume they do without checking the label. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that bread is not always baked with baker’s salt, so check whether baker’s salt or iodised salt is listed in the ingredients of the currant buns you choose.
Which allergens should I check in currant buns?
Read the allergen information on the specific pack. The products described by Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS list wheat and milk, among other things, but this is not an allergen list for all currant buns.