Who is this choice for?

If you just want a small snack with your drinks

A mini currant bun may be a better fit for a small portion than a regular bun. PLUS lists a mini version, but sells it in a pack of nine.

If you’re looking for wholemeal and fibre

Check for the ‘wholemeal’ label and compare the fibre content on the label of the bun you’ve chosen. According to the Voedingscentrum, bread labelled ‘wholemeal’ is made with 100% wholemeal flour.

If you need to check ingredients or allergens

Read the current packaging before you choose. The regular and mini currant buns described by PLUS contain ingredients including wheat, rye and milk; it’s also worth checking for warnings about possible cross-contamination.

What should you look for when choosing?

Start with how much you want to eat with your drinks. Then compare the nutritional information and ingredients for the exact version you’re considering.

What to consider What to check Who it matters to
Portion and pack size Check whether the buns are mini, regular or giant, and how many you want to eat. If I’m having drinks on my own, I want the option of a small bun if a regular one seems too much. For around 40% of consumers, portion size comes first.
Wholemeal and fibre Look for the ‘wholemeal’ label on the packaging and compare the fibre per 100 g. If I’m looking for a wholemeal bun, I want to be able to assess the version I choose by its wholemeal label and fibre content. Around 30% of consumers give this their highest priority.
Ingredients and allergens Read the ingredients, listed allergens and any ‘may contain’ warnings. If I need to avoid certain ingredients, I want to know what’s in the bun and which warnings are on the packaging. For around 30% of consumers, this check comes first.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming ‘mini’ means you’ll consume fewer nutrients

    The size of one bun doesn’t tell you how much you’ll end up eating. The nutritional values listed by PLUS for its regular and mini versions are similar per 100 g.

    Compare the nutritional information per 100 g and decide how many buns you want to have as a portion.

  • Judging whether a currant bun is wholemeal by its colour

    The regular and mini versions described by PLUS are white wheat buns with raisins and currants. A bun’s colour is no substitute for the ‘wholemeal’ label.

    Check for that label on the exact packaging, then compare the fibre per 100 g.

  • Trying to work out allergens from the product name alone

    A name such as ‘currant bun’ doesn’t tell you what other ingredients or possible cross-contamination warnings are listed on the label. Recipes can also change.

    Before buying, read the ingredients list and allergen information on the packaging of the product you’re actually buying.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists currant and raisin buns in different sizes.

  • The range includes, among other options, a pack of six larger raisin buns and a pack of nine raisin and currant buns.
  • Check the current packaging for ingredients, nutritional information and allergens.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists regular raisin and currant buns, as well as mini butter raisin buns.

  • Jumbo states that its regular white raisin and currant bun contains 2.8 g of fibre per 100 g, while the mini butter version mentioned contains 2.7 g per 100 g.
  • These values relate to different products, so don’t apply them to another version.

PLUS

PLUS describes a regular and a mini white wheat bun with raisins and currants.

  • PLUS provides ingredients, allergens and nutritional values per 100 g for both versions.
  • Both versions described contain ingredients including wheat and milk; check the current packaging if you need to avoid certain ingredients.

Lidl

Lidl lists currant buns in a pack of six as an in-store product.

  • Knowing how many buns are in the pack can help you decide whether it’s suitable for having drinks on your own.
  • Check the nutritional information and allergens on the packaging in store before comparing this version.

ALDI

ALDI lists regular raisin and currant buns, as well as a giant raisin version.

  • The packs mentioned contain six regular buns and four giant raisin buns respectively.
  • A giant raisin bun isn’t the same product as a regular raisin and currant bun, so compare the information for the exact pack.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a mini currant bun automatically have different nutritional values from a regular one?

No, you can’t work out the nutritional values from the size alone. PLUS lists 286 kcal and 25.4 g of sugars per 100 g for its mini version, compared with 275 kcal and 25.2 g of sugars per 100 g for its regular version. Check the label and the amount you actually eat.

How can I tell if a currant bun is wholemeal?

Check whether the packaging for the exact version says ‘wholemeal’. According to the Voedingscentrum, this label means that bread is made with 100% wholemeal flour; a brown colour or the label ‘multigrain’ doesn’t mean the same thing.

Where can I check the allergens in packaged currant buns?

Check the ingredients list and any warnings about possible cross-contamination on the current packaging. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that allergens must be clearly listed on the labels of prepacked foods.

How should I store leftover currant buns?

Follow the storage instructions on the packaging for your version. For the regular and mini versions described, PLUS advises storing them in a cool, dry place out of direct light. For the regular version, PLUS also says you can freeze it at home on the day of purchase and use it within one month.