Who are these currant buns for?

Hosts planning the number of portions

You want to put out enough buns without ending up with too many leftovers. ALDI and Jumbo both list a pack of six, so count your expected guests before choosing a bag.

Small groups who want to save leftovers

You’re looking for a pack that suits the number of guests, or you’d like to freeze some buns for another occasion. PLUS says its pack of eight should be frozen on the day of purchase.

Shoppers checking ingredients for their guests

You want to know which allergens are listed on the current packaging before serving. Check the ingredients list too if you want to find out whether baker’s salt or iodised salt has been used.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide how many buns you want to serve and whether you’d like to keep any leftovers. Then check the label for the people who’ll be sharing them.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Number of buns Count the buns in each bag and compare that number with the portions you expect to need. If I want to offer something to six people, I don’t want to open more buns than necessary. For around 33% of consumers, getting the right number of portions would be the priority.
Size and storage Check the size of the buns and read the storage or freezing instructions for the pack you choose. If guests are coming at different times, I want to know what I can do with any leftover buns. Around 27% of consumers would prioritise being able to save leftovers.
Ingredients and allergens Read the ingredients list, highlighted allergens and any warnings about possible traces. If a guest has a food allergy, I want to check the packaging before serving anything. For around 20% of consumers, ingredients and allergens would be the main concern.
Nutritional information and type of salt Compare the nutritional values per 100 g and check the ingredients list to see which type of salt is used. I want to compare sugars, fibre and salt on the same basis, and find out which type of salt has been used. Around 20% of consumers would weigh up nutritional information first.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming bags with different quantities are the same

    A bag of six buns and a bag of eight won’t provide the same number of portions. Larger buns may also count as a different-sized portion.

    Count your guests and check both the quantity and size on the packaging.

  • Relying on an outdated product listing

    Albert Heijn lists the AH Rozijnen krentenbollen product reviewed as no longer part of its range; Jumbo says the wholemeal mini version reviewed is no longer available online. A listing like this doesn’t confirm that you can currently choose the product.

    When shopping, check which version is actually available and read the label on that pack.

  • Assuming every currant bun contains baker’s salt

    According to Voedingscentrum, using baker’s salt in bread is not compulsory. So you can’t tell which type of salt has been used just from the name ‘currant bun’.

    Check the ingredients list to see whether it mentions baker’s salt or iodised salt.

  • Guessing the allergens from the product name

    The name doesn’t tell you which grains, milk ingredients or possible traces are listed on the pack you’ve chosen.

    Before serving, read the current ingredients list and allergen information, especially if a guest has a food allergy.

Brands to consider

ALDI

ALDI lists a pack of six raisin and currant buns.

  • Six buns per bag makes it easy to see how many portions you’ll get.
  • Check the ingredients and allergens on the pack you buy.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists raisin and currant buns in a pack of six, as well as other sizes.

  • You can compare the standard size with mini and giant versions.
  • Jumbo says the wholemeal mini version reviewed is no longer available in its online range.

PLUS

PLUS has a bag of six currant buns and a version with eight, each with its own storage advice.

  • PLUS says you can freeze the eight-bun version at home on the day of purchase; use the buns within one month.
  • Don’t choose based on quantity alone: check that the size and ingredients are also right for your guests.

Albert Heijn

The product information for AH Rozijnen krentenbollen describes a pack of six.

  • The product listing mentions ingredients including raisins, currants and iodised salt.
  • Albert Heijn marks this version as no longer part of its range; check the label separately if you choose another version.

Lidl

Lidl lists giant raisin and currant buns for anyone considering larger individual portions.

  • The Lidl product listing describes four buns weighing 100 g each, made with butter.
  • Four larger buns provide a different number of portions from a standard bag of six, so choose according to the size of your group.

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Frequently asked questions

Do currant buns have to contain baker’s salt?

No. According to Voedingscentrum, baker’s salt is not compulsory in bread. Check the label on the currant buns you choose to see whether baker’s salt or iodised salt is listed in the ingredients.

Which allergens should I check for my guests?

Read the allergen information on the pack you’re going to serve, particularly for cereals containing gluten and milk ingredients. For the currant buns it reviewed, PLUS lists ingredients including wheat, rye, milk and lactose, as well as possible traces of other allergens. Don’t assume another version has the same ingredients without checking its label.

Can I freeze currant buns for another get-together?

You can, as long as the pack you choose gives suitable instructions. PLUS says its eight-bun version can be frozen at home on the day of purchase and should be used within one month.

How do I compare the nutritional values of different-sized currant buns?

Compare the nutritional values per 100 g so that differences in bun size don’t affect the comparison. This follows Voedingscentrum’s advice on food labels. Also check the weight of each bun if portion size matters for your group.