Who are these options relevant to?

Budget-conscious school lunch shoppers

You buy several currant buns each week and want to choose a pack you’ll actually finish.

Parents who need to check allergens

You pack food for a child with an allergy or need to take account of rules set by the school, class or after-school club. The current label matters more than a familiar brand name.

Shoppers planning portions and freshness

You’re looking for a suitable pack size or mini version, and only want to buy a larger amount if you can store it properly and use it in time.

What should you look for when choosing?

Start with the number of school lunches you’re buying for. Then check that the pack suits the portions you need and any allergies to consider.

What to consider What should you check? Who is it important for?
Stocking up without waste Compare the number of buns in each pack with the number of school lunches you have planned. If I pack a currant bun often, I don’t want to throw any away. Around 36% of consumers prioritise reducing waste.
Allergens and school rules Read the ingredients, allergen information and any warnings about possible traces; ask about the school or after-school club’s rules. If there’s an allergy, I need to know whether this particular pack is suitable before packing it. Around 29% of consumers put checking allergens ahead of other considerations.
Portion size and storage Check the size, number of buns and storage instructions for the version you choose. A smaller bun may be a better fit for what my child takes to school, while a larger pack needs planning. For around 21% of consumers, the right portion size and storage options are the main priority.
Wholegrain and fibre Check that a product is specifically labelled as wholegrain and compare fibre per 100 g across the products you’re considering. If I pay attention to the type of grain in everyday lunches, I don’t want to mistake currants or raisins for wholegrain. Around 14% of consumers prioritise this consideration.

Common mistakes

  • Packing a familiar currant bun without checking the label

    The Jumbo, PLUS and Albert Heijn versions described list wheat and gluten-containing cereals; several also list milk. Recipes and warnings about possible traces of other allergens may vary.

    Read the current packaging and, if your child has an allergy, check that packing the food is allowed under the school or after-school club’s rules.

  • Buying a large pack without planning when to store it

    A pack with more buns won’t necessarily suit the school week if some are left uneaten.

    Count the lunch occasions before choosing a pack. Only freeze the buns if the instructions for that particular version allow it, and follow the stated storage time.

  • Mistaking currants or raisins for a wholegrain label

    The standard Jumbo and PLUS versions described are white-wheat currant buns. The filling doesn’t tell you whether the grain used is wholegrain.

    If you’re looking for a wholegrain option, check the label on the packaging, along with the ingredients and nutrition information for the specific product.

Comparing brands and supermarket ranges

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn offers standard, mini and Extra lang lekker versions. The Extra lang lekker pack mentioned contains ten raisin and currant buns.

  • According to the product information, the ten-bun pack can be frozen on the day of purchase.
  • The version described contains wheat, rye and milk, among other ingredients; check the current packaging for allergen and storage information.

Jumbo

The Jumbo pack described contains six raisin and currant buns, making it a good choice if you prefer a smaller pack.

  • It’s easy to compare the pack of six with the school lunches you have planned.
  • The version described lists gluten-containing cereals, wheat and milk. Also check the current warnings about possible traces of other allergens.

PLUS

PLUS offers, among other options, a standard pack of six currant buns and a pack of nine mini currant and raisin buns.

  • The two pack sizes give you a choice of standard or smaller buns.
  • Check the ingredients and allergens for each version; information on one pack doesn’t automatically apply to another.

ALDI

ALDI lists a pack of six raisin and currant buns.

  • A pack of six may suit a limited number of planned lunch occasions.
  • Before buying, read the label on the pack if ingredients or allergens are important.

Lidl

Lidl lists currant buns in a pack of six as a supermarket product.

  • The stated pack size helps you match it to your lunch plans.
  • Check the current label in store before packing the buns for a child with an allergy.

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Frequently asked questions

Can children take currant buns to school if they have a gluten or milk allergy?

Only choose a currant bun if the current label is suitable for the allergy in question and complies with the school or after-school club’s rules. The Jumbo, PLUS and Albert Heijn versions described list wheat and gluten-containing cereals, and several list milk. Also read any warnings about possible traces of other allergens.

Can I freeze a larger pack of currant buns for school lunches?

You can if the instructions for the version you choose say it’s suitable for freezing. Albert Heijn and PLUS say that the versions described can be frozen at home on the day of purchase; follow the storage time and any other instructions on the current packaging.

Are currant buns automatically wholegrain?

No. Currants or raisins don’t automatically make a bun wholegrain. The standard Jumbo and PLUS versions described are white-wheat currant buns. Check the wholegrain label and ingredients of the product you’re considering.

How can I tell if a currant bun contains iodised salt?

Check the ingredients list on the specific pack. The Albert Heijn Extra lang lekker version described lists iodised salt, but that doesn’t mean other brands or versions use it too.