Small groups with only a few meals planned
If you’re planning just a few breakfasts or lunches, compare both the pack weight and the number of crispbreads or portions. That will help you work out how much might be left at the end of your stay.
Which choice is right for you?
Holidaymakers looking for wholegrain options
If you plan to use crispbread regularly as the basis for a meal, look beyond the pack size and check the type of grain and nutritional information per 100 g.
Travellers who need to choose gluten-free
Regular rye or wheat crispbread is not a substitute for a clearly labelled gluten-free variety. Check the other allergen information on the exact pack you choose too.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start with the number of meals you have planned and how much you expect to use. Then compare only the varieties that meet your requirements for ingredients and allergens.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters most to |
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| Pack size and leftovers | Compare the net weight with the number of crispbreads or portions, and think about how you’ll store the pack once opened. | For a short stay, I don’t want to take lots of unused crispbreads home with me. Around 36% of consumers prioritise having a suitably sized, small supply. |
| Wholegrain and fibre | Check the type of grain in the ingredients and compare the fibre per 100 g in specific varieties. | If I’m planning several meals with crispbread, what’s in the product matters to me too. Around 29% of consumers give wholegrain and fibre top priority. |
| Gluten and other allergens | If needed, look for a clear gluten-free label and read the allergen information for the exact variety. | If I need to avoid gluten, I can’t rely on the words ‘wholegrain’ or ‘crispbread’. For around 21% of consumers, checking dietary information and allergens is the most important consideration. |
| Baker’s salt and iodine | Check the ingredients on the pack you’ve chosen if the presence of baker’s salt matters to you. | If I often replace my usual bread meal while I’m away, I don’t want to assume that every crispbread is made with baker’s salt. For around 14% of consumers, checking the label is their main concern. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming wholegrain means gluten-free
Wholegrain describes the grain used, not the absence of gluten. The wholegrain varieties listed by Albert Heijn and Leksands contain gluten-containing grains.
If you need to eat gluten-free, choose a product with a clear gluten-free label and check the latest allergen information.
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Assuming all crispbread contains iodine
According to the Voedingscentrum, using baker’s salt in bread is not compulsory. So the product category alone won’t tell you whether the crispbreads you’ve chosen are made with baker’s salt.
Check the ingredients on the exact pack if this matters to your choice.
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Comparing pack weight alone
A larger pack may suit a group of several people, but if you’ve planned only a few portions, you could have a lot left over.
Count your planned breakfasts and lunches, compare the number of pieces if possible, and make sure you can store an opened pack somewhere dry and sealed.
Brands to compare
Wasa
Wasa offers a range of crispbread varieties. Check the ingredients and nutritional information for each one individually.
- Jumbo lists Wasa Protein Wheat in a 200 g pack, with 20 g of protein per 100 g.
- Protein Wheat contains wheat and gluten. Wasa says Sesame & Sea Salt is gluten-free and lactose-free, but this variety contains sesame.
Leksands
Jumbo lists Original as a wholegrain rye variety in a 200 g pack.
- The ingredients list states that it contains 97% wholegrain rye flour.
- This variety contains rye and gluten, so it isn’t suitable for a gluten-free diet.
Albert Heijn
According to Albert Heijn, AH Wholegrain Crispbread comes in a 375 g pack containing 25 portions of 15 g.
- The stated number of portions helps you plan for several meals.
- If you want to limit leftovers, a 375 g pack requires more planned portions than a 200 g pack. Check the allergen information on the exact pack.
Goud Gebakken
ALDI lists a wholegrain crispbread variety from Goud Gebakken containing 25 pieces.
- The number of pieces gives you a useful starting point for planning how much you’ll need during your stay.
- Check the current pack and allergen information before choosing this variety to meet specific dietary requirements.
Ryvita
Ryvita’s own range includes Dark Rye, Multigrain and Sesame crispbreads, among others.
- The product ranges offer different grains and ingredients to compare, pack by pack.
- For any pack you’re thinking of buying, check the weight, ingredients, allergens and best-before date; the brand name alone won’t tell you these details.
Crispbread for different kinds of stay
These Joybuy products range from smaller packs for a few planned meals to larger wholegrain packs for more regular use. Compare each product’s weight with your plans, and always check the current label to meet any dietary requirements.
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Wasa Thin Crisp Sesame, 190 g
The 190 g pack is worth considering if you’re looking for a smaller supply for just a few meals. If you have dietary requirements, check the ingredients and allergen information for this Sesame variety.
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g'woon wholegrain crispbread, 125 g
A 125 g pack is worth considering if you’re planning only a few meals with crispbread. The product name says wholegrain; also compare the number of crispbreads and check the latest allergen information before deciding.
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Bolletje wholegrain crispbread, 265 g
This 265 g wholegrain pack is better suited to several planned meals than to just a few crispbreads. Think about how much you expect to use and check the label if you have dietary requirements.
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g'woon wholegrain crispbread, 375 g
The 375 g wholegrain pack is worth comparing if several people will be eating crispbread regularly. For a short stay with only a few people, think carefully about portion planning and storage.
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Wasa Rustic crispbread, 215 g
At 215 g, this is a pack to compare with the number of meals you have planned. Check the grain type, number of crispbreads and any allergens on the pack for this variety.
Frequently asked questions
Should I look for a ‘half loaf’ of crispbread for a holiday home?
No. It’s better to compare the pack weight and the number of crispbreads or portions: ‘half loaf’ isn’t a standard product description for crispbread. A smaller pack may suit you better if you’ve planned only a few meals, while a larger pack can be more practical for a group.
Can I eat wholegrain crispbread if I need to follow a gluten-free diet?
Not unless it has a clear gluten-free label. The wholegrain varieties of AH and Leksands listed by Albert Heijn and Jumbo contain gluten-containing grains. If you choose a gluten-free variety, check the other allergens on the current label too.
Does crispbread always contain iodine from baker’s salt?
Don’t assume that it does. The Voedingscentrum says bread doesn’t have to be made with baker’s salt, so check the ingredients of the specific crispbread if baker’s salt matters to your choice.
How should I store an opened pack in a holiday home?
Keep it somewhere dry and seal it well after opening, for example in an airtight tin. This is especially useful if you’re using a larger pack over several breakfasts or lunches.