If you specifically want sourdough
You want a currant bun that is genuinely described as made with sourdough. In that case, the product description and ingredients matter more than an artisan look.
Who might find this choice relevant?
If you want to compare fibre
You’re looking for a currant bun to eat on the go, but also want to know whether it’s wholemeal and how much fibre the nutrition information lists per 100 g.
If you read labels carefully
You check for ingredients you want to avoid, such as wheat or milk, and check whether baker’s salt has been used if necessary. If you’re buying a loose bun, ask the baker for this information.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether sourdough is a must. If not, you can compare currant buns by their ingredients or by how easy they are to take with you.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who should consider this? |
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| Use of sourdough | Check whether the product is described as made with sourdough and read the ingredients. | If I specifically want a sourdough currant bun, I won’t judge by colour or taste alone. For around 42% of consumers, confirmed use of sourdough would be the main requirement. |
| Fibre and ingredients | Check whether the bun is wholemeal and compare fibre and sugar per 100 g. | For my lunch, I mainly want to be able to compare the nutrition information, even if the bun isn’t made with sourdough. This would be the main consideration for around 33% of consumers. |
| Taking it with you and storage | Check the portion size, packaging and storage instructions. | If I want to take a bun with me without any preparation, a suitable portion size and the packaging matter most. For around 25% of consumers, convenience would come first. |
Common mistakes
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Mistaking a yeast-raised currant bun for a sourdough one
The currant buns from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS reviewed here list baker’s yeast in their ingredients. A dark colour or artisan-style presentation doesn’t confirm that sourdough has been used.
If sourdough is a condition of your purchase, check the product description and ingredients.
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Using sourdough as an indication of fibre content
Sourdough and wholemeal are different characteristics. According to Albert Heijn’s product information, the wholemeal currant bun reviewed here contains 6,1 g of fibre per 100 g; Jumbo lists 2,8 g and PLUS 3,3 g per 100 g for the currant buns reviewed.
Compare the wholemeal description and nutrition information per 100 g, separately from whether sourdough has been used.
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Assuming baker’s salt is always used
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, using baker’s salt is not compulsory. The mention of iodised salt on Albert Heijn’s wholemeal currant bun reviewed here therefore tells you nothing about other buns.
For packaged currant buns, read the ingredients; if you’re buying a loose bun, ask which type of salt has been used.
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Skipping allergen checks for a familiar product
The varieties from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS reviewed here list cereals containing gluten and milk or milk ingredients. Other declarations may vary by product.
Check the current packaging for ingredients and warnings that are relevant to you.
Brands to compare
Albert Heijn
A point of comparison for packaged wholemeal raisin-and-currant buns; Albert Heijn’s separate wholemeal sourdough loaf is not a currant bun.
- According to Albert Heijn’s product information, the wholemeal raisin-and-currant bun reviewed here contains 6,1 g of fibre per 100 g and iodised salt.
- The ingredients list baker’s yeast. Check the packaging if sourdough is a must.
Jumbo
A point of comparison for individually portioned packaged white raisin-and-currant buns.
- According to Jumbo, the pack reviewed here contains six 65 g portions.
- According to Jumbo, the bun reviewed here contains 2,8 g of fibre per 100 g and lists baker’s yeast, wheat and milk.
PLUS
A point of comparison for packaged currant buns and a separate, larger currant-and-raisin bun.
- PLUS lists 3,3 g of fibre per 100 g for the standard currant bun reviewed here.
- The ingredients for this bun list baker’s yeast, wheat, rye and milk ingredients.
Joybuy products
Related products coming soon.
Frequently asked questions
How can I tell if a currant bun is made with sourdough?
Check whether the currant bun is described as made with sourdough and read the ingredients. According to the Dutch Bakery Centre, the term “sourdough” has a specific meaning; artisan-style packaging or a particular taste is no substitute for product information.
Does a sourdough currant bun always contain more fibre?
No. The use of sourdough doesn’t tell you how much fibre a currant bun contains. Check whether it’s described as wholemeal and compare fibre per 100 g: according to their product information, the wholemeal bun from Albert Heijn reviewed here lists 6,1 g, compared with 2,8 g for the Jumbo bun and 3,3 g for the PLUS bun reviewed.
Does a currant bun always contain iodised salt?
No, you can’t tell from the type of bread or whether sourdough has been used. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, baker’s salt isn’t compulsory. Check the ingredients of a packaged bun or ask the baker.
Where can I check the allergens in these currant buns?
Read the ingredients and allergen information on the current packaging for the specific product. The currant buns from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS reviewed here list cereals containing gluten and milk or milk ingredients. Don’t assume the same applies to another bun without checking its label.