Hosts serving lots of toppings
If you’re putting out dips, vegetables, cheese or spreads, you’ll want enough crispbread to top. According to Jumbo, its wholegrain pack contains 25 pieces and weighs 375 g.
Who is this choice relevant to?
Families looking for a wholegrain base
If wholegrain is your priority, check the grains listed in the ingredients of the variant you choose. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, wholegrain cereal products contain more fibre than comparable products made with refined flour.
Shoppers comparing protein per serving
If you want to assess the nutritional value of a topped snack, check the serving size on the label. Jumbo lists 2.8 g of protein per 14 g serving of Wasa Protein Wheat; the pack weighs 200 g.
What should you look for in a family pack?
First, decide how many topped pieces you want to serve. Then compare the ingredients, nutritional information and storage instructions on packs that offer the right quantity.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
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| Quantity | Check both the pack weight and the number of pieces. Find out how to store the pack once opened. | If I’m serving lots of different toppings, I want to know how many bites I can make. Having enough crispbread is the top priority for around 46% of consumers. |
| Wholegrain and fibre | Read the ingredients list and compare the fibre listed per 100 g or per serving. | I want to choose a wholegrain base specifically for our table, even if another pack is larger. Around 27% of consumers say this is their priority. |
| Nutritional information and allergens | Compare relevant values per serving and read the ingredients and allergen information for the exact variant. | If a guest needs to avoid an ingredient, or I want to compare protein per serving, the label determines my choice. This matters most to around 18% of consumers. |
| Toppings and flavour | Think about which toppings you’ll serve and check the ingredients of the crispbread itself. | I want the crispbread to go with what I’m serving, not just the number of people. This combination is the top priority for around 9% of consumers. |
Common mistakes when choosing
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Looking only at the pack weight
A heavy pack doesn’t tell you how many individual pieces of crispbread you can top. Jumbo lists both 375 g and 5 × 5 pieces for its wholegrain pack; other variants may contain a different number.
Before you buy, work out roughly how many topped pieces you want to make and check how many are in the pack.
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Assuming wholegrain or a protein claim means it’s allergen-free
According to Jumbo, its wholegrain crispbread contains wheat, rye and gluten. Jumbo describes Wasa Protein Wheat as a product made from wheat and wheat gluten. The name and nutritional information are no substitute for checking allergens.
If you’re catering for guests with allergies, check the current ingredients and allergen information for the exact variant. If needed, choose a separate suitable alternative.
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Assuming all crispbread contains iodised baker’s salt
According to Brood.net, using iodised baker’s salt isn’t a legal requirement. You can’t tell whether it’s present just from the product category.
Check the current ingredients list if you want to know which salt has been used in the crispbread you’re choosing.
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Not sealing the pack properly after opening
A large pack is less practical if there’s a lot left after your get-together and you don’t have a suitable place to store it. Jumbo recommends sealing its wholegrain crispbread carefully after opening; Albert Heijn recommends keeping its wholegrain variant in a sealed container.
Follow the storage instructions on your pack and keep the rest somewhere dry and sealed.
Brands to compare
Wasa (Wasabröd)
Jumbo’s range includes Wasa Wholegrain 260 g, High Fibre 300 g and Protein Wheat 200 g.
- These variants give you a choice of pack weights and product descriptions to compare.
- Protein Wheat weighs 200 g and is described by Jumbo as a product made from wheat and wheat gluten. If you’re serving a group, compare both the quantity and the allergens.
Jumbo
Jumbo’s wholegrain crispbread comes in a 375 g pack containing 5 × 5 pieces.
- The stated total of 25 pieces makes it easier to plan your topped bites in advance.
- According to Jumbo, this variant contains wheat, rye and gluten. If anyone has an allergy, check the current packaging.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn sells a wholegrain crispbread and recommends storing it in a sealed container after opening.
- The storage advice is useful if you expect to have crispbread left over after your fakeaway night.
- When buying, check the ingredients, nutritional information and allergens on the packaging of the variant you choose.
Products for your fakeaway table
These products come in a range of pack sizes for a table full of toppings. One Wasa variant is sold as crackers, so check that it’s suitable for the crispbread you want to serve.
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g'woon Wholemeal Crispbread, 375 g
A 375 g pack to consider if crispbread will play a big part in your shared spread. Check how many pieces are included to plan your toppings, and read the current label if you’re catering for guests with allergies.
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Bolletje Whole Grain Crispbread, 265 g
A 265 g wholegrain option if you’re serving crispbread alongside other bites. Check how many pieces are in the pack, and read the current packaging if you’re catering for guests with allergies.
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Wasa High-Fiber Crackers, 300 g
This 300 g pack is an option if you’d also like to serve crackers with your toppings. The product name says crackers, not crispbread, so check the exact variant and the number of pieces before planning your table.
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Wasa Wholegrain Crispbread, 260 g
A 260 g wholegrain pack that could work if crispbread is one of several options on the table. Check the number of pieces when planning what to serve, and consult the label if fibre or allergens are important to your choice.
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g'woon Crispbread Golden Brown, 375 g
A 375 g pack if you want to top several pieces of crispbread. Check how many pieces are included, and if you’re looking for wholegrain, don’t rely on the pack weight alone. For this variant, the ingredients and allergen information give conflicting details about wheat. Carefully check the current packaging, especially if anyone at the table has an allergy.
Frequently asked questions
How much crispbread do I need for a fakeaway night?
Count how many topped pieces you want to serve and consider how many other bites will be on the table. Jumbo lists 25 pieces in its 375 g wholegrain pack. Use that as a benchmark, and check the number of pieces in each other pack separately.
Is wholegrain crispbread always the right choice?
No. Wholegrain is one factor to weigh up alongside the quantity and ingredients of the variant you choose. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, wholegrain cereal products contain more fibre than products made with refined flour. However, a wholegrain label doesn’t mean a product is suitable for someone who needs to avoid gluten. Check the specific product description and current label.
How should I store crispbread once the pack is open?
Follow the instructions on the pack and seal it carefully after opening. For its wholegrain variant, Jumbo recommends a cool, dry place and a tightly sealed pack; Albert Heijn recommends storing its wholegrain variant in a sealed container.
Does crispbread in the Netherlands always contain iodised baker’s salt?
No, you can’t assume this of every product. According to Brood.net, using iodised baker’s salt isn’t a legal requirement. Check the current ingredients list if the type of salt used matters to your purchase.