Start by choosing a pack size that suits the number of crackers you want to serve at your work meeting. A large pack works well for one bigger meeting, while individually wrapped portions are more convenient if you want to spread your supply across several occasions. Choose the shape to suit the toppings, and always check the label on the exact product for the group attending.
You’re organising a meeting for several people and want to know in advance how many crackers you can put out. Check the number of crackers and whether they’re individually wrapped, rather than looking only at the weight of the pack.
If attendees have allergies or other dietary requirements, the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack matter more than the general product name. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority stresses the importance of clear allergen information.
You’re looking for small crackers to serve with sweet or savoury toppings. Van der Meulen describes Melba Crackers Original as thin crackers for both types of topping. Also check that the ingredients are suitable for your group.
Work out how many crackers you need for each meeting and whether you’d like to use the pack again later. Then check the allergens, how you plan to serve them and whether you prefer wholemeal crackers.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Enough portions | Compare the number of crackers and check whether there are individual packs. | When I’m buying for a large group, I want to know that everyone can take one without opening much more than we need. For around 36% of consumers, the number of portions comes first. |
| Allergens and ingredients | Read the current ingredients and allergen information for the product you’ve chosen. | If someone has declared an allergy, I want to be able to check which crackers I can offer the group. This is the top priority for around 29% of consumers. |
| Serving with toppings | Consider the size and product description in relation to the toppings you’re planning to serve. | For a table of spreads and small toppings, I look for a cracker that suits this way of serving. Around 21% of consumers give this choice the highest priority. |
| Wholemeal preference | Check the product description and ingredients for the exact cracker. | If I specifically want to serve a wholemeal option, I want to be able to identify it on the pack. This is the most important requirement for around 14% of consumers. |
Pack formats can vary. For example, Jumbo lists Bolletje Ontbijt Crackers Meerzaden as 4 × 3 crackers, while Albert Heijn lists Luchtige Crackers Naturel as a 4-pack.
If you want to split the crackers across several meetings, check how many separate packs you’ll actually receive. Once opened, follow the storage instructions on the pack.
Ingredients vary between products. According to the manufacturer, Melba Crackers Original contains wheat and soya and may contain sesame. Joybuy’s product information for Bolletje light spelt crackers lists, among other things, cereals containing gluten and sesame.
Ask about relevant dietary requirements and check the current allergen information on the chosen pack before serving.
A dark colour or visible seeds don’t tell you whether a cracker is described as wholemeal. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, a cracker can only be called wholemeal if all the flour used is wholemeal.
If wholemeal is a requirement for the meeting, check the description and ingredients of the exact product.
Bolletje offers several cracker ranges, including breakfast crackers and spelt crackers.
The manufacturer describes Melba Crackers Original as thin crackers for sweet or savoury toppings.
Albert Heijn lists Luchtige Crackers Naturel as a 4-pack.
Jumbo lists, among other things, crispbread and light crackers in a range of pack formats.
ALDI Netherlands lists Goud Gebakken Robuuste Crackers in a 200 g pack, available in seed and cheese varieties.
Lidl Netherlands lists Luxe crackers kaas in a 210 g pack.
These products include a large pack of crackers, a family pack with onion flavour, and crispbread or crackers in other sizes. Choose based on how many you need, when you plan to serve them and the label on the exact pack.
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An option if you’d like to share crackers at a meeting. Check how many you can serve, how many packs you’ll need to open and which ingredients are relevant to your group.
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A savoury option if onion flavour works with the toppings you’re planning to serve. Check the pack to see how many crackers you can put out for the meeting, and make sure the ingredients are suitable for your group.
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An option if you’d like to serve wholemeal crispbread. If you’re serving it on several occasions, check the pack format and read the current label to accommodate any dietary requirements.
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An option if you’re looking for a light cracker to serve with toppings. Check how many crackers are in the pack and read the label to make sure it’s suitable for your group.
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A larger pack of crispbread to consider for a meeting with several attendees. Check the number of pieces when planning portions, and read the ingredients on the pack.
A multipack is useful if you don’t want to open all the crackers for the same meeting. Just check that the portions are individually sealed and how many crackers each pack contains.
Yes. Check the ingredients and allergen information on the current pack for the exact product. Product information can change, as Albert Heijn also notes in its product information.
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, a cracker can only be called wholemeal if all the flour used is wholemeal. If it contains only some wholemeal flour, check the proportion listed in the ingredients information.
Follow the storage instructions on the pack you’ve chosen and reseal opened packs as directed. Joybuy’s product information for Bolletje light spelt crackers says to store in a cool, dry place and reseal well after opening. Don’t assume the same instructions apply to other products.
