For travellers who want to eat straight away
You want to be able to take a single bun from the bag without needing a knife or any preparation. Jumbo, PLUS, Lidl and ALDI describe currant buns sold loose in bags.
Which option is right for you?
For travellers comparing nutritional values
You want to compare fibre, sugars and salt per 100 g, then check how much a bun weighs. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends using the values per 100 g when comparing products.
For travellers who need to check ingredients
You want to read the latest allergen information before setting off, including any warnings that a product may contain other allergens. The Jumbo and PLUS products described contain wheat and milk.
What should you look for when choosing?
If you want a portion that’s ready to eat, an individual currant bun is the obvious choice. If slices matter more than the shape of a bun, look for currant loaf and decide at home how much to take with you.
Individual currant buns
Choose these: if you want to grab a bun on the train without cutting it.
Bear in mind: an individual bun won’t give you the pre-cut slices you might want to top or share.
Partly sliced currant loaf
Choose this: if you want to prepare slices at home or share the loaf.
Bear in mind: the partly sliced Drenthe loaf described by ALDI is a 700 g currant loaf, not an individual currant bun.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Ready-to-eat format | Check whether the bag contains individual buns and follow the storage advice on the packaging. | I want to be able to grab a bun on the train without cutting anything; around 45% of consumers prioritise a ready-to-eat format. |
| Nutritional value | Compare fibre, sugars and salt per 100 g, then check the portion size. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends comparing values per 100 g. | When I compare products, I want to know what the difference per 100 g and per bun means for my choice; around 33% of consumers prioritise comparing nutritional values. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients and any warnings that the product may contain other allergens on the latest packaging. | If I have a food allergy, I need to know exactly what’s in this bag before I set off; around 22% of consumers prioritise checking ingredients and allergens. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming ‘sliced’ means a sliced version of individual currant buns
The individual currant buns described by Jumbo, PLUS, Lidl and ALDI are different from the 700 g partly sliced Drenthe loaf that ALDI sells as currant loaf.
Decide whether you want a bun you can eat straight away or slices you can prepare in advance. If you want slices, look for currant loaf rather than just currant buns.
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Looking at just one nutritional value
The fibre content alone doesn’t tell you how much sugar or salt a product contains. Bun sizes can also vary.
Following the Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s advice, compare the nutritional information per 100 g first, then check the values per portion.
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Relying on product information you checked before if you have an allergy
Ingredients and allergen information can change. Wheat and milk are relevant ingredients in the currant buns described; warnings about other allergens vary by product.
Read the packaging on the bag you’re actually buying, even if you already know the product name.
Brands to consider
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn’s range includes currant and muesli buns in various sizes, including mini and larger options.
- The range of sizes makes portion size something to consider when choosing.
- Albert Heijn recommends checking the packaging, as ingredients, nutritional values and allergen information can change.
Jumbo
Jumbo describes a bag of six individual raisin and currant buns made with white wheat.
- The product information lists nutritional values per 100 g and advises storing the buns in a cool, dark place.
- These aren’t sliced buns; if you have an allergy, check the latest information about wheat, milk and possible other allergens.
PLUS
PLUS describes a bag of six currant buns, as well as a separate longer-lasting version containing eight.
- Both versions described come with advice to store them in a cool, dark place; PLUS also says they can be frozen at home on the day of purchase.
- Check the latest ingredients and allergen information for the version you choose, including details about wheat and milk.
Lidl
Lidl describes currant buns sold in a bag of six.
- The packaging format is straightforward if you want to take individual buns with you.
- Lidl says this product is available in store; check the packaging there for ingredients and nutritional information.
ALDI
ALDI describes both a bag of six individual raisin and currant buns and a 700 g partly sliced Drenthe loaf.
- The two formats let you choose between an individual bun and sliced currant loaf.
- The partly sliced Drenthe loaf is currant loaf, not a sliced version of the individual currant buns.
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Frequently asked questions
What should I do with the packaging after eating a currant bun on the train?
Put the packaging in a bin after use. NS asks passengers to clear up their rubbish; take the packaging with you if you can’t throw it away straight away.
How do I compare currant buns from different shops?
Compare the nutritional values per 100 g, then check how many grams a bun weighs. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends comparing products per 100 g; fibre, sugars and salt are among the values you can check on the nutritional information.
If I have an allergy, should I read the label again even if I already know the product?
Yes. Read the packaging on the bag you’re buying, as ingredients and allergen information can change. Check both the listed allergens and any warnings that the product may contain other allergens.