Choose crispbread for a late-night snack based on what matters most to you: wholegrain and fibre, a manageable portion or specific dietary requirements. Then compare the weight per slice, nutritional values, salt and allergens on the packaging; toppings also contribute to the finished snack.
You want to compare wholegrain crispbread and would rather check the fibre per slice or per portion than rely on the front of the pack. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, wholegrain cereal products contain more fibre than comparable products made with refined flour.
You want to know how much one slice weighs and its nutritional value before choosing toppings. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives a value of 38 kcal for a 10 g slice of crispbread; size and recipe vary by product.
Your choice depends on ingredients such as rye, milk or sesame. Even when a product is labelled gluten-free, it’s still important to check the other ingredients and allergen information for the exact variant.
Start with your main requirement for an evening snack, then compare the information per 100 g and per slice. This makes it easier to see what a difference on the label means for the portion you’ve chosen.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Wholegrain and fibre | Read the ingredients and compare fibre per 100 g and, if listed, per slice. | If fibre is my deciding factor, I want to know what my chosen portion contains. Around 31% of consumers prioritise wholegrain and fibre. |
| Portion size | Compare the weight and energy per slice, and remember to factor in the toppings. | For a small evening snack, I want to be able to decide how many slices to have. For around 31% of consumers, understanding the portion is most important. |
| Allergens | Check both the ingredients and the information about allergens that are present or may be present on the current packaging. | If I need to avoid certain ingredients, suitability comes before my preference for a particular flavour or size. Around 23% of consumers put allergens or dietary suitability first. |
| Flavour and availability | Choose your preferred thickness and type of grain, then check where the exact variant is available. | I want a crunchy snack that suits my taste and is easy to buy. Flavour, texture and availability matter most to around 15% of consumers. |
The value per slice doesn’t tell you much about the whole snack if the crackers vary in weight or you add toppings.
Compare the weight and nutritional value of the portion you actually plan to eat, including the toppings.
A high-fibre variant may contain ingredients you need to avoid. A gluten-free variant may also contain other allergens, such as sesame.
Check the ingredients and allergens on the exact pack, not just the label on the front.
According to Wasa’s product information, Wholegrain contains 1,25 g of salt per 100 g and High Fibre contains 1,10 g per 100 g. Ryvita lists 0,75 g per 100 g for Original Crispbread; check the label of your chosen variant when you buy it.
Compare salt on the same basis, preferably per 100 g, then look at your planned portion.
Lidl lists its wholegrain crispbread as an in-store product. Availability may vary by store and over time.
Check availability at your store and always read the current packaging if you have dietary requirements.
Wasa offers several crispbread variants, including wholegrain, high-fibre and other recipes.
Original Crispbread is a rye option to compare with other crispbread products.
A wholegrain crispbread option from ALDI for anyone looking for a pack with several slices.
An in-store option if you want to buy wholegrain crispbread at the supermarket.
These crispbread products offer a range of grains and pack sizes as a base for an evening snack. Before choosing, compare the nutritional information per portion and the allergens in the exact variant.
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An option if you’re mainly comparing fibre content. For portion planning, check the nutritional information per slice and, if you have allergen-related dietary requirements, check the current packaging.
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A wholegrain option if you’re looking for a base for a snack. Compare the weight and nutritional value per cracker, and read the allergen information on the packaging.
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A rye option if you want to choose your own toppings for an evening snack. Bear in mind that rye contains gluten, and check the current packaging for other allergens.
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A crispbread base for anyone who likes to try different toppings. Read the ingredients to check the types of grain, and check the allergens in this variant.
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A wholegrain rye option if you’re looking for a base for your own toppings. Compare the nutritional value per cracker on the packaging, and if you have dietary requirements, bear in mind that it contains rye and may contain other allergens.
No, it depends on what matters most to you when buying. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, wholegrain cereal products contain more fibre than comparable products made with refined flour. Also compare the portion, salt, allergens and your toppings.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 38 kcal for a 10 g slice of crispbread. This isn’t a fixed value for every product: Wasa lists 43 kcal per slice for Wholegrain. Check the value and weight on the packaging of the product you’re considering.
No, crispbread made with rye isn’t gluten-free. Wasa Wholegrain contains wholegrain rye flour, and Ryvita states that its products contain gluten. Even with a specific gluten-free product, check the information about other allergens.
Don’t assume that all crispbread contains iodised baker’s salt. For a specific product, check the ingredients on the current packaging or ask the manufacturer which salt was used.
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging and seal it properly after use. For Wasa Gluten- & Lactosefree Sesame & Sea Salt, Jumbo recommends storing it in a cool, dry place; check the instructions for your variant.
