Which format is right for you?

For anyone putting together a savoury spread

You want to fill small buns to serve mini burgers or canapés. Knowing how many buns are in the pack makes it easier to plan your platter without having to slice a large brioche loaf.

For anyone who prefers ready-to-serve bites

You’re planning an individual sweet option that doesn’t need any filling. Brioche Pasquier Briochettes and Harrys Mini Tressées are suited to this, rather than being used as buns for savoury burgers.

For anyone mindful of allergens and serving

You’ll need to check the ingredients in each product and its fillings before serving your guests. If the fillings are perishable, it’s also important to store them properly once you’ve prepared the platter.

What should you look for before buying?

First decide whether you’re putting together a savoury platter to fill or serving a ready-to-eat sweet bite. Then consider how many pieces you need and any serving requirements.

What to consider What to check Who is this for?
Type of spread Look for “mini burger bun” or “ready to fill” for a savoury platter, and “individual brioche” for a sweet bite. If I’m making mini burgers for the match, I need buns designed to hold a filling. Around 36% of consumers put a savoury spread they can customise at the top of their list.
Number of bites Check the number of pieces per pack, then the total weight, taking into account the other food you’ll be serving. When sharing a platter between guests, I want to count the bites rather than rely on the weight alone. This is the top priority for around 29% of consumers.
Allergens and serving Check the label on the product you buy and on its fillings, along with their storage instructions. If any guests need to avoid certain ingredients, I want to check what’s in the food and store perishable fillings appropriately. Around 21% of consumers make these precautions their priority.
Sweet option Check the individual format, nutritional information and allergens listed on the packet. If I want to serve a sweet bite without preparing a filling, an individual mini brioche fits the bill. Around 14% of consumers prioritise this easy-to-serve option.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Confusing sweet brioche with brioche burger buns

    Brioche Pasquier Briochettes and Harrys Mini Tressées are presented as sweet products to enjoy as they are, while La Fournée Dorée and Auchan mini burger buns are designed to be filled.

    For a savoury spread, look for wording such as “mini burger bun” and make sure the size suits the fillings you have in mind.

  • Planning portions based on weight alone

    A 200 g pack of ten mini buns and a 300 g pack of twenty mini buns won’t give you the same number of bites to arrange on your platter.

    Count the pieces first, then adjust the quantity to suit the number of guests and the other dishes you’re serving.

  • Assuming all small buns have the same ingredients

    Ingredients and allergens vary between products. The words “mini bun” alone aren’t enough to tell you whether a product is suitable for a guest.

    Read the label on the packet you actually buy, as well as the label on each filling. The DGCCRF reminds consumers that allergens must be clearly highlighted on food labels.

  • Assembling filled bites too early

    The storage life of an unfilled bun doesn’t determine how long a prepared bite containing perishable ingredients will keep. Anses says that the risk of microorganisms multiplying in food increases more than two hours after cooking.

    Prepare the bites close to serving time and follow the storage instructions for fillings between platters.

Brands and ranges to know

These products suit different occasions: some are served as sweet bites, while others make a base for a savoury spread.

Brioche Pasquier

Brioche Pasquier presents its Briochettes as ideal for enjoying plain or spreading with a topping.

  • An individual brioche bun can be served without slicing.
  • For savoury mini burgers, choose a product specifically presented as a bun to fill.

Harrys

Mini Tressées with pearl sugar are individual brioches made for a sweet treat.

  • The individual format means you don’t have to slice a brioche for serving.
  • This sweet product has a different purpose from a mini burger bun that you fill yourself.

Carrefour

Carrefour Traiteur offers an assortment of twenty sesame mini burger buns for a savoury platter you can customise.

  • The pack of twenty makes it easy to count the bases you’ll need to fill.
  • Check the ingredients and allergens for the product you choose, especially if a guest needs to avoid sesame.

Auchan

Auchan’s mini burger buns come in a pack of twelve, ready for hot mini burgers or cold canapés.

  • The pack size makes it easy to plan a savoury platter.
  • You’ll still need to prepare the fillings and check their ingredients and storage requirements.

Epi d’Or / E.Leclerc

The Epi d’Or range stocked by E.Leclerc includes brioche mini burger buns in packs of eight.

  • This pack size may suit a small platter or work well alongside other bites.
  • Check the ingredients list and allergens on the packet before serving.

A savoury bite option on Joybuy

If you want to serve a savoury brioche bite without preparing a filling, this selection features a pre-filled product that you can bake before the match. It isn’t a substitute for a plain mini burger bun that you can fill yourself.

ERHARD brioche bites with ham and Emmental, pack of 9

ERHARD Mini Ham & Emmental Brioche Bites, 9 pieces, 115 g

These nine brioche bites with ham and Emmental are ideal for a savoury platter when you don’t want to prepare the fillings yourself. They do need to be baked before serving, though, so follow the instructions on the packet and check its allergen and storage information.

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Frequently asked questions

For match night, should I choose a sweet mini brioche or a brioche mini burger bun?

Choose a brioche mini burger bun if you’re making savoury bites to fill. An individual brioche bun or mini brioche is better for a sweet option you can serve as it is; they serve different purposes.

How many mini buns should I get for my guests?

Start with the number of pieces listed on the packet and consider what else you’re serving, rather than looking at weight alone. The products from La Fournée Dorée, Auchan and Carrefour Traiteur come with ten, twelve and twenty mini buns respectively.

Which allergens should I check before serving the platter?

Check the allergens listed on the specific packet you buy and on each filling, as they vary between recipes. The DGCCRF reminds consumers that allergens must be clearly highlighted on food labels. Don’t assume you know what’s in a product from its name alone.

Can I prepare filled mini burgers well before the match?

If you’re using perishable fillings, prepare the mini burgers close to serving time and follow the storage instructions for each ingredient. Anses warns that the risk of microorganisms multiplying in food increases more than two hours after cooking, so don’t treat a filled platter like an unopened pack of buns.