Who is this choice relevant to?

Small households

You’re having pea soup with one or two people and don’t want to buy more rolls than you can use. Albert Heijn sells individual rolls and a sharing pack of four; Jumbo also offers a four-pack of frozen rolls.

If you want to compare wholemeal flour and fibre

You don’t want to rely on the words ‘multigrain’ alone when choosing bread to go with your soup. The ingredients list and fibre content per 100 g can help you compare different varieties.

If you need to check ingredients carefully

You want to know whether a roll meets your requirements around gluten, wheat or other allergens. The information on the pack you choose matters more than the colour or name of the roll.

What should you consider when choosing?

First, decide how many rolls you’ll have with your pea soup and when you’d eat the rest. Then compare how they’re prepared and, if it matters to you, their ingredients and nutritional information.

Individual roll

A good fit if: you’re buying exactly one or two rolls for your soup; Albert Heijn, ALDI and PLUS list individual rolls.

Consider: you won’t need to store a four-pack, but check which individual varieties are available in store.

Sharing pack of four

A good fit if: you’re having two rolls now and two another time; Albert Heijn sells its white part-baked rolls in a sharing pack divided into two portions.

Consider: you’re still buying four rolls. This AH variety isn’t suitable for freezing at home; also follow the storage instructions once opened.

Frozen rolls

A good fit if: you want to keep some rolls for a future soup meal; Jumbo sells white frozen rolls in packs of four.

Consider: Jumbo says these rolls must not be refrozen after defrosting, and should be prepared and eaten within 24 hours.

What to consider Check before buying Who it matters to
Quantity and storage Check the number of rolls, whether the pack can be split, and the storage instructions after opening or defrosting. I don’t want to be left with unused rolls when making a small pan of soup; around 40% of consumers prioritise getting a suitable quantity.
Serving and baking Check whether the roll is ready to eat or needs baking at home, and read the preparation instructions if it does. When the soup is ready to serve, I want to know whether the bread can go straight on the table or needs to go in the oven first; around 30% of consumers consider this the main factor.
Wholemeal flour and fibre Compare the proportion of wholemeal flour in the ingredients list and the fibre per 100 g, rather than relying on the word ‘multigrain’. I want to choose between bread varieties based on what they contain, as well as serving them with pea soup; this is the most important factor for around 20% of consumers.
Gluten, allergens and salt Read the allergen information and, if relevant, check for ‘gluten-free’, ‘iodised salt’ or ‘baker’s salt’ on the label. I need to check whether the roll meets my ingredient requirements; for around 10% of consumers, checking the label is the deciding factor.

Common mistakes

  • Looking for a ‘half loaf’ when buying rolls

    According to the Voedingscentrum, rolls are small bread products. For a small household, it’s mainly the number of rolls and whether you can store them that determines if a pack works for your soup meal.

    Decide how many rolls you need, then look at individual rolls, packs that can be split or frozen varieties.

  • Assuming ‘multigrain’ means wholemeal

    The name ‘multigrain’ doesn’t tell you how much wholemeal flour a roll contains. For example, PLUS lists different proportions of wholemeal wheat flour for two of its multigrain varieties.

    Read the ingredients list and compare the fibre per 100 g if the ingredients matter to your choice.

  • Assuming every roll contains iodine

    According to the Voedingscentrum, bakers aren’t required to use baker’s salt. So you can’t tell from the type of bread alone whether it was made with it.

    For packaged rolls, check the ingredients list for ‘iodised salt’ or ‘baker’s salt’. For unwrapped bread, ask which ingredients have been used.

  • Only checking the storage instructions after buying

    The white part-baked rolls from Albert Heijn included in this comparison aren’t suitable for freezing at home. Jumbo says its frozen rolls must not be refrozen after defrosting and should be prepared and eaten within 24 hours.

    Check the instructions for the variety you’ve chosen before buying, especially if you won’t use all the rolls on the day you have soup.

Brands to compare

These brands offer different ways to buy rolls. Before you buy, always check the details of the specific product.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists a 70 g white roll sold individually, as well as white part-baked rolls in a four-pack that can be split into two portions.

  • Buying individual rolls or splitting a four-pack gives you two ways to get the right quantity.
  • The part-baked rolls mentioned aren’t suitable for freezing at home; they contain wheat and may also contain other cereals and sesame.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists white rolls in packs of four and white frozen rolls in packs of four.

  • The frozen variety is an option if you want to use the rolls on different occasions.
  • Do not refreeze after defrosting; Jumbo says to prepare and eat the rolls within 24 hours.

PLUS

PLUS lists white and multigrain rolls, among other varieties, as well as individual sourdough rolls and gluten-free rolls in packs of two.

  • The product information lets you compare the proportion of wholemeal flour and the fibre per 100 g across different varieties.
  • Multigrain varieties aren’t automatically gluten-free; check the ingredients and allergens for each product.

Dirk

Dirk lists individual white rolls and packs of four part-baked rolls, including a white variety and a rustic multigrain variety.

  • You can choose between a single roll and a pack for several meals.
  • Check the current packaging for nutritional information, ingredients and allergens for the variety you choose.

ALDI

ALDI lists individual white rolls.

  • Buying rolls individually lets you choose the right quantity for your meal.
  • Check the ingredients, allergens and storage instructions for these rolls in store.

Lidl

Lidl lists white part-baked rolls in a 700 g pack and multigrain kampioentjes in packs of four.

  • The packs offer different quantities and types of bread to compare.
  • For the 700 g pack, work out how many rolls you’ll actually use, and check the current storage and label information.

Bread rolls at Joybuy

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Frequently asked questions

Which rolls should I buy for pea soup for one or two people?

An individual roll is a good fit if you want to buy exactly the number you need. If you’re having two rolls now and the rest later, Albert Heijn’s four-pack, divided into portions of two, could work; check how to store the remaining rolls.

Is a multigrain roll always wholemeal?

No. The name ‘multigrain’ doesn’t tell you how much wholemeal flour the roll contains. Check the ingredients list and compare the fibre per 100 g if you wish; PLUS lists 56% wholemeal wheat flour and 7 g of fibre per 100 g for its multigrain rolls.

Does every Dutch roll contain iodine?

You can’t tell from the type of bread: according to the Voedingscentrum, bakers don’t have to use baker’s salt. For packaged rolls, look for ‘iodised salt’ or ‘baker’s salt’ in the ingredients list, or ask about the ingredients if the bread is unwrapped.

Are ordinary rolls suitable if I need to avoid gluten?

Don’t assume they are: the standard white and multigrain varieties included in this comparison contain wheat or other cereals containing gluten. Look for a product clearly labelled gluten-free and check the current label for ingredients and allergens.

Can I freeze leftover part-baked rolls?

Follow the instructions for the specific variety. Albert Heijn says its white part-baked rolls aren’t suitable for freezing at home; Jumbo says its frozen rolls must not be refrozen after defrosting and should be prepared and eaten within 24 hours.