Who are these choices relevant to?

If you serve smaller portions

You want to put enough currant buns on the coffee table without having lots left over. Check how many are in the pack and the portion size, and look at the freezing instructions if you won’t be serving them all at once.

If you compare fibre content

You also eat currant buns as a bread option and want to know what type of bread you’re choosing. Check whether a product is specifically labelled wholemeal and compare the fibre per 100 g on the label.

If you check ingredients and allergens

Before serving, you need to be able to check the ingredients and allergens in your chosen currant buns. Read the latest packaging, including any warnings about the possible presence of other allergens.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide how many whole or halved buns you want to serve. Then use the label to compare the nutritional information and ingredients of the products you’re considering.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Portions and ease of serving Count the buns in the pack and check the portion size. Albert Heijn and Jumbo list a 65 g portion for their described packs of six. I want to put the right amount on the table quickly, and would rather only cut buns in half if smaller portions are needed. Serving convenience would be the main consideration for around 40% of consumers.
Fibre and bread type Check whether the product is labelled wholemeal and compare the fibre per 100 g for the specific varieties. If a currant bun becomes a regular part of my bread routine, I want to know whether I’m buying a white or wholemeal variety. Fibre would be the main consideration for around 30% of consumers.
Ingredients and allergens Read the current ingredients list and allergen information, including any warnings. If you have questions about iodine, check which type of salt is listed. I want to know before serving whether the buns I’ve chosen contain any ingredients I need to check. Around 30% of consumers would put this label check first.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a standard currant bun is wholemeal

    The standard varieties described by Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS are white wheat buns with raisins and currants. The filling doesn’t automatically make them wholemeal.

    If the type of bread matters to you, look for an explicit wholemeal label and compare the fibre per 100 g.

  • Relying on an old product page

    Ingredients and allergen information can change. A product page you viewed previously may not reflect the variety currently available in store.

    It’s fine to compare information online beforehand, but check the packaging of the product you actually buy before serving it.

  • Not planning for leftover buns

    A pack of six may be more than you’ll serve at one coffee break. For its currant buns described here, PLUS says they can be frozen at home on the day of purchase and recommends using them within one month.

    Work out how many you need in advance, and follow the storage advice on the packaging you choose for any leftovers.

  • Assuming all currant buns have the same ingredients

    Albert Heijn lists iodised salt for the variety described here; Jumbo and PLUS list baker’s salt. Allergen information can also vary between products.

    Base your choice on the ingredients and allergen information for the specific pack. If you’re buying unwrapped bread, ask for the allergen information before serving it.

Brands to compare

Albert Heijn

A described own-brand variety of six white wheat buns with raisins and currants.

  • For this variety, Albert Heijn lists details including a 65 g portion, ingredients, allergens and nutritional information.
  • Albert Heijn says this variety is no longer in its range. Check the details of any current alternative separately.

Jumbo

An own-brand option with a described pack of six white raisin and currant buns.

  • For this pack, Jumbo lists a 65 g portion and 2.8 g of fibre per 100 g.
  • Jumbo says the separately described wholemeal mini variety is no longer available online. Check the name and label of any current wholemeal option.

PLUS

An own-brand option with a standard pack of six and a separate pack of eight currant buns.

  • PLUS lists 3.3 g of fibre per 100 g for the standard pack and gives freezing instructions for both packs described here.
  • Follow the storage advice on the pack you buy. PLUS recommends freezing on the day of purchase and using within one month.

ALDI

A shop option with a described pack of six raisin and currant buns.

  • ALDI describes this variety as soft wheat buns with raisins and currants.
  • Check the label in store if you want to assess the ingredients, allergens or nutritional values.

Lidl

A shop option with a described pack of six currant buns from its freshly baked range.

  • Lidl lists six buns per pack.
  • Check the latest ingredients and allergen information for the specific buns if it affects your choice.

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Frequently asked questions

Are currant buns available pre-sliced, like ‘medium sliced’ bread?

Don’t assume this is the case for the packs described here: the product information refers to whole buns, not a set slice thickness. For smaller portions, you can cut a bun in half yourself. If you’re buying from another retailer, ask whether they sell a pre-sliced variety.

What should I look for if I want a wholemeal currant bun?

Check whether the specific variety is labelled wholemeal, and read the ingredients and fibre per 100 g. The standard varieties described by Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS are white wheat buns; the raisins and currants don’t change the type of bread.

What should I do with currant buns left over after coffee time?

Follow the storage advice on the packaging and, where suitable, freeze any leftovers in portions. PLUS recommends freezing its varieties described here on the day of purchase and using them within one month. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises freezing bread in portions as soon as you buy it.

Can I assume that all currant buns contain the same allergens?

No. Check the allergen information for the currant buns you buy. The standard products described by Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS contain ingredients including wheat and milk, but additional allergen information can vary between products.

Does every currant bun contain iodine from baker’s salt?

You can’t assume this is the case for every currant bun. Albert Heijn lists iodised salt for its variety described here, while Jumbo and PLUS list baker’s salt for their described varieties. Check the ingredients list on the pack you choose.