Anyone who wants to set a limit on a late-night snack
You want to decide how many mini buns to have before opening the pack. A pack of three contains fewer buns than a bag of nine; even with a larger bag, you can set aside your portion in advance.
Who is this relevant to?
Anyone specifically looking for wholemeal
You’re looking for a mini variety that’s clearly labelled wholemeal. Also compare the nutritional information for the exact product: the product name alone won’t tell you how much fibre is in the portion you choose.
Anyone looking for a butter variety
You’re choosing based on the mention of butter rather than a wholemeal label. Check the ingredients and nutritional information separately if they’re also important to your choice.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide how many mini buns you want for your snack. Then compare the type of bun and check whether it’s available where you want to shop.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important to? |
|---|---|---|
| Portion size | Compare the number of buns in each pack and decide in advance how many you’ll have. | If I want to have one bun late in the evening, it helps to set it aside before opening a larger bag. Around 37% of consumers prioritise keeping an eye on portion size. |
| Wholemeal and fibre | Check that the exact product is labelled wholemeal and compare the fibre per 100 g and per portion you choose. | If you specifically want a wholemeal mini bun, look for a clearly labelled variety and check what’s in the portion you choose. This is a priority for around 27% of consumers. |
| Availability | Check whether the product is available from your retailer and whether you can order it there or only buy it in store. | If I want to stick to my usual shopping routine, I want to know whether I can get the mini buns I’ve chosen there. Current availability matters most to around 18% of consumers. |
| Butter | Check that the product is labelled as containing butter and read the ingredients for the exact product. | If you’re deliberately looking for a butter variety, don’t rely solely on the generic name ‘mini currant bun’. This taste preference is a priority for around 18% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming ‘mini’ means a set portion size
The size of one bun doesn’t determine how many you have from a pack. A pack of three contains more than one bun too.
Decide how many you want before snack time and set that amount aside if necessary.
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Treating wholemeal or butter as a complete nutritional assessment
These labels help you choose a type of product, but on their own they don’t give you a complete picture of the nutritional value of your portion.
Check the pack for the exact product and compare fibre and sugars per 100 g and per portion, among other things.
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Assuming a product listing means it’s in stock at your local shop
A listing marked ‘in store only’ doesn’t tell you whether the product is available at your shop when you go to buy it.
Check availability before making a trip to buy one particular variety.
If you can’t find the product there, choosing an alternative or making an extra trip will take time.
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Relying on an old product description for allergen information
Albert Heijn warns that product ingredients and allergen information can change. An earlier description may therefore not match the pack you buy.
If you have an allergy, always read the label on the current pack and look out for any recall information relating to that product.
Brands to consider
Jumbo
Jumbo lists both mini raisin and currant buns labelled wholemeal and mini butter raisin buns, each in a pack of nine.
- You can compare these products directly to see whether wholemeal or butter is the more important factor for you.
- Jumbo lists 2,7 g of fibre per 100 g for its mini butter raisin buns; don’t assume the same value applies to the wholemeal variety.
PLUS
PLUS lists a bag of nine mini currant and raisin buns.
- A bag gives you several mini buns to divide between snack times as you choose.
- Check the nutritional information on the pack if you want to know the value for one bun or your chosen portion.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists mini raisin and currant buns in a pack of three.
- A pack of three may suit you if you’d prefer a smaller pack than a bag of nine.
- Albert Heijn marks this pack of three as ‘in store only’; check availability at your local shop.
Lidl
Lidl lists mini raisin and currant buns made with butter, as well as a separate wholemeal mini raisin bun variety.
- The product names make it clear which varieties are made with butter and which are wholemeal.
- Lidl marks both products as ‘in store only’; check availability at your local shop.
ALDI
ALDI lists mini butter raisin buns in a pack of nine.
- The product name tells you both the mini size and that it’s a butter variety.
- Check the label on the pack you buy for ingredients, allergens and nutritional values.
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Frequently asked questions
Is a mini currant bun automatically a small snack portion?
No. ‘Mini’ describes the size of the bun, not how many you have. Whether you choose a pack of three or a bag of nine, decide on your portion in advance. Check the weight and nutritional information for the exact product if they’re important to your choice.
Should I still check the nutritional information on a wholemeal mini bun?
Yes. A clear wholemeal label helps you find that type of bun, but it doesn’t tell you how much fibre is in your chosen portion. Compare the nutritional information per 100 g and per portion on the pack.
What should I check if I have an allergy?
Read the allergen information on the label of the pack you’re buying. Albert Heijn points out that product information can change, so don’t rely solely on an online description you looked at earlier.
How should I store mini currant buns?
Follow the storage advice on the pack for your variety. PLUS says to store its mini currant and raisin buns ‘in a dry, dark place’; don’t automatically apply storage advice for other currant buns to this mini variety.