For sharing small sweet bites
Mini buns are handy for a sharing platter if you’d rather not have to cut anything up. Lidl and PLUS both list a bag of nine mini currant and raisin buns.
Which size is right for you?
For planning lunchboxes in advance
If you’re buying for several lunches, check that the number of buns suits your plans. Albert Heijn lists ten per bag; check the instructions for your chosen product before storing or freezing them.
For when you only need a few buns
If you don’t eat many, a bag of six may be easier to finish than a larger pack. Jumbo, Lidl, ALDI and PLUS all list a six-pack.
What should you look for when choosing?
Currant buns make a sweet addition alongside savoury party snacks; they’re not a substitute for them. So first decide whether you want small portions to share or buns for later.
| What to consider | Check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Portion size | Compare the number of buns and check whether they’re described as minis. | If I want to serve sweet bites, I’d rather have small individual buns than one large bun that I have to cut up. For around 38% of consumers, ease of sharing is said to be the main reason for choosing a particular size. |
| Storing and freezing | Check the best-before date and the storage and freezing instructions on the packaging. | For several lunchboxes, I want to have enough buns at home, while also being able to store them as instructed. An estimated 37% of consumers are said to prioritise planning their supplies. |
| Pack size | Match a pack of four, six, eight, nine or ten to the number of times you plan to eat them; also note the difference between mini, standard and giant buns. | If I only expect to use a few buns, I don’t want to be left with a large bag. For around 25% of consumers, a manageable quantity is said to be the main reason for choosing a particular size. |
Common mistakes
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Buying a larger bag without a storage plan
Eight or ten buns are only practical if you use them within the stated timeframe or freeze them as instructed for that product.
Count up the occasions you plan to eat them beforehand. For its ten-pack, Albert Heijn says to freeze the buns on the day of purchase; PLUS says to freeze its longer-lasting eight-pack on the day of purchase and use it within one month.
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Assuming mini means a different recipe
The smaller size doesn’t tell you anything about the ingredients or allergens. PLUS lists wheat, rye and milk among the ingredients in its mini currant and raisin buns.
If you have allergies, check the ingredients, allergens and any warnings about possible cross-contamination on the current packaging.
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Thinking currant buns can replace savoury party snacks
Currant and raisin buns are sweet bread rolls. Even if they’re a suitable size for sharing, they don’t serve the same purpose as savoury bites.
If you like, serve the minis as a separate sweet option and choose your savoury snacks separately.
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Relying only on the online product description
A product’s ingredients and nutritional information can change. This is especially important if you’re looking out for a specific ingredient or allergen.
Use product pages to compare sizes, then check the label on the packaging you buy, either when you receive it or in store.
Comparing brands and pack sizes
Albert Heijn
An own-brand bag of ten extra-long-lasting raisin and currant buns.
- Albert Heijn says this bag can be frozen at home on the day of purchase.
- Check the current packaging if ingredients, nutritional information or allergens are important to your choice.
Jumbo
An own-brand bag of six standard raisin and currant buns.
- The six-pack size is clearly stated, making it a good option if you’re not looking for a larger supply.
- If you’re looking for a mini version, don’t rely on a range you viewed previously; check what’s currently available.
Lidl
Pack sizes include six currant buns or nine mini raisin and currant buns.
- The mini bag offers small individual portions for a sharing platter.
- Read the ingredients and allergen information on the bag before serving them to anyone with specific dietary needs.
ALDI
A range that includes six raisin and currant buns and four giant raisin buns.
- The two sizes clearly distinguish standard buns from larger individual buns.
- Giant raisin buns are a different size and product from small currant buns for a sharing platter; check the label for the ingredients too.
PLUS
Own-brand bags of six currant buns, nine mini currant and raisin buns, or eight longer-lasting currant buns.
- For its eight-pack, PLUS says to freeze the buns on the day of purchase and use them within one month.
- Don’t choose on size alone: check the ingredients, allergens and any cross-contamination warnings listed for each variety.
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Frequently asked questions
Are nine mini currant buns handy for a sharing platter?
Yes, if you want to serve small sweet portions: Lidl and PLUS both list a bag of nine minis. If you’d rather have one larger bun per person for lunch, compare a standard bun with a giant raisin bun. Size alone doesn’t tell you anything about nutritional value.
Can I freeze a larger bag of currant buns?
You can if the instructions for that specific product say so. For its longer-lasting eight-pack, PLUS says to freeze the buns on the day of purchase and use them within one month; Albert Heijn says to freeze its ten-pack on the day of purchase. Follow the instructions on the current packaging.
Where can I check the allergens in packaged currant buns?
Read the allergen information and ingredients list on the packaging of the product you choose. The product information reviewed for Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS lists gluten-containing cereals and milk, among other things; also look for any warnings about possible cross-contamination.
Does baker’s salt mean that every currant bun contains iodine?
No, you can’t assume that for every currant bun. Albert Heijn lists iodised sea salt in the variety reviewed; check the ingredients list for the specific product if the type of salt used matters to your choice.