Looking for a sugar-free product
You want a breakfast product that genuinely meets the threshold for the ‘sugar-free’ claim. Based on their stated sugar content, the standard currant buns from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS do not meet it.
Who is this relevant to?
Comparing added sugars
You’re still considering currant buns, but want to check both the total sugars and the amount of added sugars. Ingredients, fibre, salt and allergens may also influence your choice.
Ordering online for convenience
You want to add currant buns to your online grocery order. It’s important to check your chosen product, the latest product information and availability just before you check out.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether ‘sugar-free’ is a must or whether you mainly want to compare added sugars. Then check the nutritional information for the exact currant buns you’re planning to order online.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
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| Genuinely sugar-free | Check ‘of which sugars’ per 100 g. The European ‘sugar-free’ claim allows a maximum of 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g. | If I want to order a sugar-free breakfast product, having little added sugar isn’t enough on its own. This is the top priority for around 50% of consumers. |
| Sugars and portion size | Compare total and added sugars separately per 100 g, then consider the portion you eat. | I want to know how much sugar has been added to the currant bun without overlooking the sugars in the currants and raisins. This is the main consideration for around 30% of consumers. |
| Ordering online and checking the label | Check that your chosen product is available to order and read the latest ingredients and allergen information. | When I order groceries online, I want my chosen currant buns to be available and to be able to check the ingredients before buying. This takes priority for around 20% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming ‘no added sugar’ means ‘sugar-free’
The European threshold for ‘sugar-free’ applies to all the sugars in a product. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, sugars also occur naturally in fruit, so the sugars in currants and raisins count towards the total.
Check ‘of which sugars’ per 100 g before considering a currant bun sugar-free. Assess any information about added sugars separately.
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Comparing the amount per bun only
The amount per bun depends on the portion size. Jumbo lists 24.0 g of sugars per 100 g for its Rozijnen Krentenbollen, and 15.6 g per 65 g portion.
Compare different products per 100 g first, then consider how much you actually eat.
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Assuming product information stays the same
When you shop for groceries online, the available product or the information on its product page may change. This means a label you looked at earlier may no longer match the product in your order.
Before checking out, recheck the product name, ingredients, allergens and nutritional information. When your order arrives, compare them with the packaging.
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Assuming baker’s salt contains iodine
The Dutch Bakery Centre describes agreements on the use of baker’s salt containing iodine, but also notes differences for some imported and organic bakery products. The product category alone therefore won’t tell you which salt has been used.
If the type of salt matters to your choice, check the ingredients list for the specific currant buns.
Brands to consider
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn has an online category for currant buns and muesli buns. AH Rozijnen krentenbollen is one specific product in its range.
- The product information includes details such as ingredients, allergens and nutritional values.
- With 25 g of sugars per 100 g, this product isn’t sugar-free. Check its current availability if you want to order it.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists Rozijnen Krentenbollen in packs of six in its online currant loaf range.
- Nutritional values for this product are listed per 100 g and per 65 g portion.
- The stated 24.0 g of sugars per 100 g means this product isn’t sugar-free. Check which product is available when you order.
PLUS
PLUS lists packs of six currant buns in its fruit buns category.
- The product information lists both total and added sugars, along with allergens and storage details.
- This product contains 25.2 g of sugars per 100 g and isn’t sugar-free, even though PLUS lists 1.59 g of added sugars per 100 g.
ALDI
ALDI lists Rozijnen-krentenbollen in packs of six as a bread product.
- The product listing makes clear which type of currant buns and pack you’re looking at.
- Check the nutritional information on the packaging before comparing this product’s sugar content or considering it sugar-free.
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Frequently asked questions
Are currant buns sugar-free if little sugar has been added?
No. A small amount of added sugar doesn’t automatically make a currant bun sugar-free. Under European rules for nutrition claims, a product labelled ‘sugar-free’ can contain no more than 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g; the standard currant buns from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS list between 24.0 and 25.2 g of sugars per 100 g.
How do I compare total and added sugars?
Per 100 g, check both ‘of which sugars’ and any separate figure for added sugars. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, fruit contains sugars naturally. So for currant buns, the amount of added sugar alone doesn’t tell you how much sugar the product contains in total.
Can I freeze currant buns ordered online?
Check the storage advice for your chosen product. Albert Heijn and PLUS recommend freezing their respective currant buns at home; when you buy yours, follow the instructions on the current packaging.
Which allergens should I check in currant buns?
Check the allergen information for the exact product before ordering. The standard currant buns mentioned from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS list allergens including gluten-containing cereals or wheat, and milk ingredients. The full list and any ‘may contain’ information can vary by product.