Who are these choices relevant to?

Everyday budget shoppers

You regularly enjoy a currant bun with your coffee and want to choose a pack that suits how many you use and can store.

Shoppers who prioritise fibre

You want to know whether a currant bun is made with white wheat flour or wholemeal flour, and compare the fibre listed per 100 g.

Label-conscious households

You check the ingredients and allergens, and want to know which type of salt has been used and how to store the buns.

What should you look for when choosing?

Start by thinking about how many currant buns you use, then compare the type of bun and the information on the label.

What to consider What to check Who is this important to?
Pack size and how you use them Compare the number of buns with how many you use, and read the storage or freezing instructions. For my regular coffee break, I want to be able to finish the buns rather than throw them away. Around 45% of consumers prioritise finding a pack size that suits them.
Type of bun and fibre Check whether the variety is labelled as wholemeal and compare the fibre per 100 g. If I’m mainly looking for a wholemeal currant bun, I want to be able to tell it apart from a white wheat bun. Around 33% of consumers prioritise the type of bun and its fibre information.
Ingredients and salt Read the allergen information and check whether the ingredients list includes bakery salt or iodised salt. I want to know which ingredients and allergens are listed on the pack and what type of salt has been used before I buy. For around 22% of consumers, checking the label is the top priority.

Common mistakes

  • Looking only at the number of buns

    A standard currant bun, a mini version and a shareable currant loaf are different portions. So the number of items in a pack doesn’t tell you how much you’ll eat during one coffee break.

    First, compare the same type of bun. If the sizes differ, also check the weight and how many you usually have at a time.

  • Assuming an old product listing is still current

    A product page may remain online even when the currant buns in question are no longer stocked. For example, the AH Rozijnen krentenbollen page stated that the product was no longer available.

    Check the product’s current availability before including a variety in your comparison.

  • Assuming every currant bun contains bakery salt

    According to the Voedingscentrum, bread does not have to be made with bakery salt. The type of salt used can therefore vary from product to product.

    Check the ingredients list for bakery salt or iodised salt. If there’s no label available, ask about the ingredients.

  • Buying a larger pack without a storage plan

    A pack may not suit your needs if you can’t eat the buns in time. According to the Voedingscentrum, bread is among the foods that are often wasted.

    Choose a pack size you can finish. If you want to freeze the buns, follow the instructions for that specific pack; the PLUS Krentenbollen lekker lang lekker product page says they can be frozen at home on the day of purchase.

Brands to consider

Jumbo

Jumbo lists Rozijnen Krentenbollen in a pack of six.

  • The product information describes a white wheat bun containing 29,6% raisins, 6,1% currants and 2,8 g of fibre per 100 g, and made with bakery salt.
  • The product page for the wholemeal mini version said it was no longer available. Check whether a wholemeal alternative is currently in stock.

PLUS

PLUS lists regular currant buns in packs of six, and Krentenbollen lekker lang lekker in packs of eight.

  • The product page for the pack of eight says the buns can be frozen at home on the day of purchase.
  • Check the storage instructions for the pack you choose; the two packs don’t contain the same number of buns.

Albert Heijn

The product page for AH Rozijnen krentenbollen described a pack of six.

  • The listed ingredients include iodised salt, and the product information also says the buns can be frozen at home on the day of purchase.
  • The same product page said this variety was no longer stocked. Don’t assume it’s available without checking again.

ALDI

ALDI lists Rozijnen-krentenbollen in packs of six, as well as a 700 g Drentse bol.

  • The pack of six is a different type of product from the shareable loaf.
  • A Drentse bol isn’t a pack of individual standard currant buns, so don’t compare the portions as if they were the same.

Lidl

Lidl lists large raisin and currant buns, as well as mini raisin and currant buns.

  • These two sizes give you a choice of different portion sizes.
  • Check the current pack and ingredients for each size. A mini or large version isn’t necessarily comparable to a standard bun.

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Frequently asked questions

Does every currant bun contain bakery salt?

No, you shouldn’t assume this is the case for every currant bun: according to the Voedingscentrum, bread doesn’t have to be made with bakery salt. Check the ingredients list to see whether bakery salt or iodised salt has been used.

How do I compare packs in different sizes?

Start by comparing standard currant buns with buns of a similar size, and consider how many you’ll use from a pack. For mini or large versions, or currant loaf, the weight can help you compare portions.

Can I freeze currant buns?

Follow the instructions on the specific pack. The product pages for PLUS Krentenbollen lekker lang lekker and AH Rozijnen krentenbollen say the buns can be frozen at home on the day of purchase. Also check the corresponding defrosting and storage instructions.

Is a white currant bun the same as a wholemeal one?

No, a white wheat bun and a currant bun labelled as wholemeal are made with different types of flour. If wholemeal is important to you, check the product name and ingredients, compare the fibre per 100 g and check whether that variety is available.