Who are these currant buns for?

If you want a plain, soft bun with your tea

You’re looking for a classic currant bun, with or without a topping. Jumbo and PLUS describe their standard varieties as white wheat buns with raisins and currants.

If you want to compare fibre content

Alongside the taste, you’re considering whether the bun is wholemeal and how much fibre it contains per 100 g. Albert Heijn lists 6.1 g of fibre per 100 g for its Extra lang lekker raisin and currant buns.

If you want to spread a pack over several tea breaks

You don’t want to use all the buns at once. PLUS says its packs of six and eight currant buns can be frozen on the day of purchase and should be used within one month.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide which type of bun and portion suit your tea break. Then compare the nutritional information per 100 g and read the allergen and storage instructions on the pack.

What to consider What to check before buying Who is this most important for?
A plain, soft bun Check whether it’s a white wheat variety and how many buns are in the pack. If I want a familiar, soft currant bun with my tea, the type of bread matters more to me than the fibre content. This classic bun is the top priority for around 40% of consumers.
Fibre and wholemeal Check whether it’s wholemeal and compare fibre, sugars and salt per 100 g. If fibre is my main priority, I want to be able to compare a white bun with a wholemeal one. This is the top priority for around 30% of consumers.
Packaging and storage Check the number of buns, freezing instructions and how long they can be kept after freezing. If I won’t finish a pack in one tea break, I want to be able to store the rest without throwing any away. This is the main concern for roughly 20% of consumers.
Allergens Read the current ingredients list and allergen information, even if you’ve bought the product before. If I need to avoid certain ingredients, the information on the pack needs to be clear before I choose a bun. This check is the top priority for about 10% of consumers.

Common misconceptions

  • A small or soft bun doesn’t tell you everything about its nutritional value

    The size of a bun doesn’t determine how much fibre, sugar or salt a product contains per 100 g. A white variety and a wholemeal variety may differ.

    Start by comparing the nutritional information per 100 g. Then consider the weight or number of buns you want to serve with tea.

  • An online allergen list doesn’t replace the label

    Ingredients and allergen information can change. For the standard varieties mentioned, Jumbo and PLUS list wheat and milk among the allergens.

    Read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack you’re buying, including any warnings about the possible presence of other allergens.

  • A larger pack calls for a storage plan

    If you won’t eat all the buns soon, the storage instructions matter. For its packs of six and eight currant buns, PLUS advises freezing them on the day of purchase and using them within one month.

    If you want to freeze some, divide up the pack on the day you buy it and follow the instructions for that specific product.

  • ‘Medium sliced’ isn’t a confirmed description for these buns

    The currant buns mentioned are described as individual buns in packs, or as mini buns. These descriptions don’t mean they’re medium-sized and pre-sliced.

    Check the weight per bun, the number of buns and the product description. If you’re specifically looking for pre-sliced buns, check the packaging to confirm.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn offers a wholemeal variety for anyone wanting to compare the fibre content of currant buns.

  • According to Albert Heijn, its Extra lang lekker raisin and currant buns contain 6.1 g of fibre per 100 g; the pack contains four 75 g buns.
  • Check whether this specific variety is available and read the allergen information on the pack.

Jumbo

Jumbo offers white raisin and currant buns in a pack of six for a classic tea break.

  • For this variety, Jumbo lists 29.6% raisins, 6.1% currants and 2.8 g of fibre per 100 g.
  • The allergen information lists wheat and milk. Check the current label if you need to avoid certain ingredients.

PLUS

PLUS offers currant buns in packs of six and eight for anyone wanting to spread a pack over several tea breaks.

  • For both varieties, PLUS advises freezing the buns on the day of purchase and using them within one month.
  • Nutritional values vary by product: the standard pack of six lists 3.3 g of fibre per 100 g. Check the current nutritional and allergen information for the pack you choose.

ALDI

ALDI describes a pack of six soft wheat buns with raisins and currants.

  • The number of buns and type of bread give you a starting point when choosing a portion.
  • If you’re choosing based on fibre, sugars or allergens, read the nutritional information and ingredients on the pack.

Lidl

Lidl lists packs of six currant buns, as well as 360 g packs of mini wholemeal raisin buns. These mini buns have a different product description.

  • The choice between standard currant buns and mini buns makes size an important consideration when serving them with tea.
  • Only compare fibre, sugars and allergens after checking the nutritional information and ingredients for the pack you’ve chosen.

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Frequently asked questions

Are currant buns always wholemeal?

No. Jumbo and PLUS describe the standard currant buns mentioned here as white wheat varieties, while Albert Heijn offers its Extra lang lekker raisin and currant buns as a wholemeal variety. Check the product description, ingredients and fibre content per 100 g for the bun you choose.

How do I compare currant buns in different sizes?

Compare the nutritional information per 100 g first, so differences in bun size don’t skew the comparison. Then check the weight per bun and how many you want to serve with tea.

Can I freeze currant buns for a later tea break?

That depends on the instructions for the specific product. For the currant buns mentioned, PLUS advises freezing them on the day of purchase and using them within one month. For other packs, follow the instructions on the label.

Where can I check the allergens in a currant bun?

Read the ingredients and allergen information on the current packaging. For the standard varieties mentioned, Jumbo and PLUS list wheat and milk among the allergens. Don’t rely solely on a product description you read previously.

Does every currant bun contain iodised salt?

You can’t tell from the product name. Check the ingredients list on the specific pack for details of the salt used. Albert Heijn lists iodised salt for the wholemeal variety mentioned.