Those who like a mix of sweet and savoury at breakfast
You want to pair the raisins and currants with savoury toppings rather than adding more sweetness. For example, PLUS uses a currant bun in a recipe with ham and cheese.
Who is this for?
Those keeping an eye on wholemeal and fibre
You want to know which flour has been used and compare the fibre content per 100 g. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that packaged wholemeal bread must be labelled ‘wholemeal’.
Shoppers who check ingredients
You check the ingredients and allergens for the specific bun before buying. Product information from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS lists wheat and milk ingredients in the plain currant buns reviewed.
What should you look for when choosing?
Decide what topping you’d like with your sweet bun, then check that the ingredients, allergens and pack size suit your breakfast.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
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| Flavour and toppings | Choose a topping that works with the sweet flavour of raisins and currants; check the topping’s nutritional information too, if needed. | I want my breakfast to taste savoury while the currant bun itself stays sweet. This flavour combination is the top priority for around 36% of consumers. |
| Wholemeal and fibre | Look for the word ‘wholemeal’ on the packaging and compare fibre content on the same basis, per 100 g. | If the grain base matters more to me than the soft texture of a plain currant bun, I want to know whether the product is wholemeal. Around 29% of consumers give this top priority. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the up-to-date ingredients list and check both the listed allergens and any possible traces on the packaging. | I need to check whether wheat, milk ingredients or possible traces are relevant to me. This is the main concern when buying for around 21% of consumers. |
| Pack size and storage | Check how many buns are in the pack and follow the storage instructions if you won’t use the whole pack straight away. | If I only need a few buns, I want to be able to store or freeze the rest as instructed on the packaging. This practical consideration comes first for around 14% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming ‘dark’ means cocoa or wholemeal
Dark-coloured currants or a bun that looks dark won’t tell you whether it contains cocoa or wholemeal flour.
Check the ingredients list for cocoa, and look for the word ‘wholemeal’ on the packaging if you want a wholemeal option. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that packaged wholemeal bread must be labelled ‘wholemeal’.
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Only thinking about the savoury topping
Raisins and currants are still part of the bun; adding a topping doesn’t change what’s in it. The topping also contributes to the nutritional value of your breakfast.
Compare the nutritional information for the bun and topping if sugars, salt or fats matter to your choice.
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Relying on an allergen list you read earlier
The plain currant buns reviewed from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS list wheat and milk ingredients. Ingredients and possible traces can vary between products.
Always check the current packaging of the bun you’re buying, including information about possible traces.
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Buying a pack without a storage plan
If you won’t use all the buns straight away, the pack size and storage instructions will determine what you can do with the rest.
Check how many buns are in the pack. If you freeze them, follow the instructions for that specific product; PLUS says to freeze its currant buns reviewed on the day of purchase and use them within one month.
Brands to consider
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn describes its plain raisin and currant buns as white wheat buns containing raisins and currants.
- The product information lists ingredients, allergens and nutritional values.
- Check the packaging of the variety you’re actually choosing.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists its plain raisin and currant buns in a pack of six.
- Jumbo gives the fibre content for this variety as 2,8 g per 100 g and publishes its ingredients information.
- A plain currant bun isn’t the same as one specifically labelled wholemeal.
PLUS
PLUS describes plain currant buns in packs of six and eight and publishes a recipe with savoury toppings.
- PLUS gives the fibre content of the plain variety reviewed as 3,3 g per 100 g.
- The plain buns described are made with white wheat flour; check the ingredients and allergens on each pack.
Lidl
Lidl describes currant buns in a pack of six as an in-store product.
- The product listing clearly states how many buns are in the pack.
- Use the label on the pack you choose to check the ingredients, allergens and nutritional values.
ALDI
ALDI describes raisin and currant buns in packs of six and suggests cheese as a possible pairing with a currant or raisin bun.
- The product listing specifies the type of bun and the pack size.
- Check the nutritional information and allergens on the packaging of the specific product.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I have a plain currant bun with a savoury breakfast?
Yes, if you want to pair the sweet flavour of raisins and currants with savoury toppings. For example, PLUS publishes a recipe with a currant bun, ham and cheese; egg or hummus are other options if they suit your taste and ingredient preferences.
Is a dark currant bun automatically wholemeal or made with cocoa?
No, the colour doesn’t tell you either way. For a wholemeal bun, look for the wording on the packaging; for cocoa, check the ingredients list or look for a specific statement about the cocoa content.
Does ‘baker’s salt’ on a currant bun mean it contains iodine?
Don’t assume it contains iodine just because it says ‘baker’s salt’. If the type of salt used matters to your choice, check the ingredients information for that specific currant bun.
Can I freeze currant buns?
You can if the packaging for your currant buns says it’s suitable. For the product reviewed, PLUS recommends freezing the buns on the day of purchase and using them within one month; for other varieties, follow their own storage instructions.