For fussy eaters, start by looking for crispbread made with both wheat flour and wholemeal flour, but check the ingredients on the pack: the product description doesn’t tell you what it will taste like. If a guest needs to eat gluten-free, you’ll need a separate product that has been checked for suitability. If you prefer wholegrain, compare the grains used, the fibre per 100 g and the allergens, and serve small portions.
You’re looking for a crunchy base for a children’s party, made with both wheat flour and wholemeal flour. The product description is a starting point; the ingredients and nutritional information on the pack tell you what you’re actually buying.
You want to know which grains are in the crispbread and how much fibre it contains per 100 g. You’ll also check whether the children attending can eat the listed ingredients.
Ask about allergies and other dietary requirements in advance. If a guest needs to eat gluten-free, assess a separate gluten-free product and check its other ingredients and allergen information too.
First, find out who will be eating and what you’re allowed to serve at the party venue. Then compare the grains, allergens and nutritional information on each pack. A product name alone doesn’t tell you how the crispbread is made.
| What to consider | What to check | Particularly relevant for |
|---|---|---|
| Wheat flour and wholemeal flour | Check which grains are used and how they appear in the ingredients list; don’t infer the flour ratio or taste from the product name. | If my child tends to avoid strongly wholegrain crispbread, I want to check what’s actually in a mixed variety first. This need to find a suitable transition option is the top priority for around 40% of consumers. |
| Allergens and dietary requirements | Ask about dietary requirements and read both the ingredients and any may-contain information on the pack you buy. | If a guest needs to avoid certain grains or other ingredients, I want to be able to choose a suitable option before serving. This suitability is the top priority for around 30% of consumers. |
| Wholegrain and fibre | Compare the types of grain and the amount of fibre per 100 g, and check which allergens are present. | I want to choose a wholegrain base and compare the information on the pack. This need is the top priority for around 20% of consumers. |
| Portions and serving | Adjust the quantity to the number of children and any rules at the school or after-school club; keep portions small. | If I’m handing out crispbread as a treat, I want to be able to plan small bites and keep alternatives separate. This is the main consideration for around 10% of consumers. |
According to Jumbo, Wasa Wholegrain contains rye; according to Albert Heijn, Bolletje Wholegrain crispbread contains wheat, rye, barley and sesame, among other ingredients. So a wholegrain description tells you nothing about whether a product is suitable for a gluten-free diet.
Ask about allergies and dietary requirements in advance, and read the ingredients and any may-contain information on the pack you’re serving.
This product description can help you find a mixed variety, but it doesn’t prove the ratio of the different flours or tell you whether children will enjoy the taste.
Check the ingredients, nutritional information and allergens on the current pack before choosing the product.
A Dutch rule about using baker’s salt doesn’t tell you what’s in every individual product. Albert Heijn’s gluten-free variety specifically lists iodised salt.
If the salt’s iodine content matters to you, check the specific pack for this information.
What you’re allowed to hand out may depend on the school or after-school club’s rules, as well as the children’s dietary requirements.
Check the rules and the number of children in advance. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends small portions for treats and advises taking allergies and other dietary needs into account.
Wasa Wholegrain is a crispbread made with wholegrain rye.
Bolletje high-fibre wholegrain crispbread is worth considering if you want to compare wholegrain cereals and fibre content.
Albert Heijn sells both a crispbread described as ‘wholemeal wheat flour’ and a separate gluten-free variety.
This crispbread is worth considering if you’re looking for a combination of regular and wholemeal wheat flour for a children’s party. Bear in mind that the ingredients described include rye; that doesn’t mean the taste will be mild enough for fussy children.
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An option for anyone looking for regular and wholemeal wheat flour who also wants to assess the rye in the crispbread.
Pack size: 375 g. Before serving, check the current label for ingredients and allergens; don’t assume it will taste mild just because of the types of flour used.
Yes, ask about allergies and other dietary needs in advance. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends doing this for children’s parties. Then check the ingredients and any may-contain information on the pack you’re actually serving.
No. ‘Wholegrain’ doesn’t mean ‘gluten-free’: wholegrain crispbread may contain rye, wheat or barley, for example. If necessary, choose a product labelled gluten-free and check its other ingredients and allergens too. Albert Heijn’s gluten-free variety contains oats and may contain sesame.
No, you can’t tell what’s in a specific pack from that rule. Check the ingredients list: for example, Albert Heijn lists iodised salt in its high-fibre gluten-free crispbread.
Keep portions small and adjust the quantity to the number of children and the rules at the party venue. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends small portions for treats; if you’re organising a school or after-school club party, check the rules in advance.
