Anyone looking for a sweet snack to share
You want to serve crispbread with a chocolate coating, rather than accidentally buying a biscuit or an ordinary chocolate cracker. So check the full product name and ingredients.
Who are these options for?
Fans of savoury toppings
You’re looking for a crunchy base for cheese, vegetables or a spread, for example. In that case, thickness and nutritional information are more relevant to your choice than a chocolate coating.
People who check for allergens
You need to know which grains and other allergens a particular variety contains. Also check the current packaging for any ‘may contain’ warnings.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, decide whether you’re looking for a sweet snack or a base for savoury toppings. Then check that the packaging you choose suits your guests’ ingredient and storage needs.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Chocolate coating and product type | Check that the product name and ingredients confirm both crispbread and a chocolate coating. | I want to serve a sweet snack, but not mistake a biscuit or chocolate cracker for crispbread. Around 45% of consumers put product identity first. |
| A base for savoury toppings | Compare thickness, grains and fibre per 100 g, and match the topping to the texture. | For topped barbecue snacks, I want a crunchy base that goes with my chosen topping. This savoury use matters most to around 33% of consumers. |
| Allergens and storage | Read the ingredients and allergen information, including any ‘may contain’ warnings. For chocolate products, follow the storage advice on the packaging. | When sharing snacks, I want to check in advance what they contain and how to store them outdoors. This is the main concern for around 22% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Mistaking a chocolate cracker for chocolate-coated crispbread
The words ‘choco’ and ‘cracker’ don’t tell you whether the product is the type of crispbread you’re looking for.
Before you buy, check the full product name and ingredients on both the product page and the packaging.
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Assuming wholemeal means it’s suitable for people with allergies
Wholemeal crispbread can still contain gluten-containing grains or other allergens; ingredients vary between varieties.
Check the highlighted allergens and any ‘may contain’ information on every pack. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says allergen information must appear on the labels of prepacked products.
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Assuming all crispbread contains iodised baker’s salt
According to brood.net, using iodised baker’s salt is not a legal requirement. So the agreement on baker’s salt, published in the Dutch Government Gazette in 2008, doesn’t guarantee what an individual product contains.
If you want to know which salt has been used, read the ingredients list on the pack you’ve chosen.
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Leaving a chocolate product in the sun
Heat and sunlight can affect the appearance and quality of chocolate.
Follow the storage advice on the packaging and only put out as much as you want to serve at that time.
Brands and ranges to consider
Wasa (Wasabröd)
Wasa has several crispbread varieties, including Lichtgewicht and Protein Wheat.
- Albert Heijn describes Wasa Lichtgewicht as thin and crunchy, made with 100% wholegrain rye.
- Wasa Lichtgewicht also contains milk, so check the ingredients of the specific variety if you need to avoid allergens.
Jumbo
Jumbo’s range includes its own-brand wholemeal crispbread.
- Jumbo lists 10.9 g of fibre per 100 g for its wholemeal crispbread, making it a useful figure to compare on labels.
- This variety contains wheat and rye. Also read the packaging for warnings about possible traces.
Albert Heijn (AH)
Albert Heijn’s range includes its own-brand crispbread as well as varieties from other brands.
- The range includes different grain and seed varieties to compare for savoury toppings.
- If you’re looking for a chocolate coating, check the individual product information. A crispbread category doesn’t confirm that every variety you want is available.
Joybuy products for savoury snacks
These products suit the savoury side of a barbecue: two wholemeal crispbread varieties to top yourself, and a Wasa Cheese Sandwich as a snack. Their product names don’t indicate a chocolate coating.
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g'woon wholemeal crispbread 375 g
A wholemeal base to pair with savoury toppings at your barbecue.
375 g pack. If you have allergies, check the ingredients and warnings about possible traces on the packaging.
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Bolletje wholemeal crispbread 265 g
A wholemeal crispbread option to consider if you want to make your own savoury snacks.
265 g pack. Check the current packaging for allergens and possible traces.
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Wasa Cheese Sandwich 3 x 31 g
A savoury cheese snack for anyone who doesn’t need a plain base to add their own toppings to.
Three 31 g portions. Check the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging before sharing the snack.
Frequently asked questions
Should I check for allergens when serving crispbread at a barbecue?
Yes. Check the packaging for each variety separately. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says allergen information should appear on the labels of prepacked products; also look out for warnings about possible traces.
Is iodised baker’s salt required in all Dutch crispbread?
No, there’s no general legal requirement. According to brood.net, using iodised baker’s salt is not compulsory; the agreement published in the Dutch Government Gazette in 2008 is about encouraging its use. The ingredients list tells you what’s stated for the pack you’ve chosen.
How should I store a chocolate-coated snack during a barbecue?
Follow the storage advice on the packaging and don’t leave the snack in the sun or heat for long. Keep the rest of the pack closed, and only take another portion outside when you’re ready to serve it.