Everyday budget luncher
You take lunch to work several days a week and are looking for a pack of wholegrain crispbread that you can finish during that time.
Who is this relevant to?
Luncher keeping an eye on fibre
You compare the fibre content per 100 g and the grains used, even if that leads you to a different pack or variety.
Label-conscious bread substitute shopper
You regularly eat crispbread instead of ordinary bread and want to check the ingredients, allergens, salt and whether baker’s salt is listed.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you need a pack for several working days, a particular recipe or a careful label check. Then compare the products in question by weight or by their values per 100 g.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this most important for? |
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| Pack size | Compare the net weight and consider whether you can keep the contents dry and sealed after opening. | I take lunch to work on several days and want to finish a pack without the crispbread going soft. For around 42% of consumers, this practical consideration comes first. |
| Wholegrain and fibre | Check which grains are listed in the ingredients and compare the fibre per 100 g in the nutritional information. | If the type of grain and fibre content determine my choice, I want to compare varieties on a like-for-like basis. Around 33% of consumers give this the highest priority. |
| Labels when replacing bread | Check the current allergen information, salt per 100 g and, where relevant, whether iodised baker’s salt is listed. | If I often replace bread or need to take allergens into account, I want to know exactly what my crispbread contains. Around 25% of consumers put this label check first. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming wholegrain means allergen-free
Ingredients vary by variety. Albert Heijn lists wheat, rye, gluten and sesame for AH Knäckebröd Volkoren. For its wholegrain variety, Jumbo lists gluten, rye and wheat, among other ingredients, and warns that it may contain sesame.
Check the allergen information on the pack every time you buy it, even if you already know the brand.
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Assuming it provides the same iodine as ordinary bread
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bread made with iodised baker’s salt is an important source of iodine in the Netherlands, although using baker’s salt is not compulsory. So don’t assume you’ll get the same amount if you often eat crispbread instead of bread.
Check whether iodised baker’s salt is listed on the label. If you have personal questions about your overall diet, speak to a qualified professional if needed.
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Preparing crispbread too far ahead with moist toppings
Moisture from toppings can make it less crisp before lunchtime. Albert Heijn and Jumbo also advise storing their crispbread in a tightly closed container after opening.
Pack moist toppings separately and add them to the crispbread just before eating. Seal the remaining contents again properly.
Brands to consider
These brands offer different things to consider when choosing. Always compare the specific variety and its current label.
Albert Heijn
AH Knäckebröd Volkoren is a supermarket own-brand variety in a 375 g pack.
- Albert Heijn lists 12 g of fibre per 100 g for this variety.
- According to Albert Heijn, this variety contains wheat, rye, gluten and sesame. Check the current packaging.
Jumbo
Jumbo Knäckebröd Volkoren is a 375 g own-brand variety, packed as five packs of five pieces.
- Jumbo lists 10.9 g of fibre per 100 g for this variety.
- According to Jumbo, the product contains gluten, rye and wheat; it may also contain sesame, among other allergens.
Goud Gebakken (ALDI)
Goud Gebakken Knäckebröd Volkoren is an ALDI own-brand variety, with 25 pieces weighing 375 g in total.
- The pack offers a larger quantity if you take crispbread to work on several days.
- Check the ingredients and allergens on the current label before choosing this variety.
Wasa / Wasabröd
Wasa has separate rye and high-fibre varieties. The details for one variety don’t automatically apply to another.
- According to Albert Heijn, Wasa Volkoren contains wholemeal rye flour, yeast and salt, with 20 g of fibre per 100 g. Joybuy lists 26 g of fibre per 100 g for Wasa High Fibre Crackers.
- Check the allergens for each variety. For Wasa High Fibre Crackers, Joybuy lists sesame, oats, rye, wheat and cereals containing gluten, among other allergens.
Ryvita
Ryvita Dark Rye is a specific rye variety listed as a 250 g pack by a Dutch specialist retailer.
- A good option if this is the particular variety you’re looking for.
- Check the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information on the current label.
Crispbread for your office lunch on Joybuy
These packs come in different sizes and varieties for a crispbread lunch. Choose based on the ingredients and how you’ll use it. If you regularly replace bread, also check the label for iodised baker’s salt.
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g'woon wholegrain crispbread, 375 g
The 375 g pack is a good option if you take crispbread to work on several days and can keep it dry.
Joybuy lists 14 g of fibre per 100 g for this product. Check the current allergen information on the packaging.
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Wasa Lightweight Crackers, 300 g
You can divide this 300 g pack between several lunches if you seal it properly after opening.
For this specific Wasa variety, compare the ingredients and nutritional information on the current pack. Information for Wasa Volkoren doesn’t automatically apply to Lightweight Crackers.
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Wasa High Fibre Crackers, 300 g
If you’re comparing varieties by fibre content per 100 g, this 300 g pack gives you a useful point of comparison.
Joybuy lists 26 g of fibre per 100 g and names sesame, oats, rye and wheat among the allergens. Check the current packaging before eating the product.
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Bolletje wholegrain crispbread, 265 g
This 265 g pack is an alternative if you’d prefer something smaller to take with you or store.
Compare the nutritional information per 100 g and check the allergen information for this variety on the current packaging.
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Wasa Rustic crispbread, 215 g
This 215 g pack is a good option if you’re looking for a smaller size for lunch.
To compare it with other varieties, check the ingredients, fibre per 100 g and allergens on the current packaging.
Frequently asked questions
What size pack of crispbread is handy for several office lunches?
A larger pack is most useful if you’ll finish it as part of your usual lunch routine and can keep it dry and sealed after opening. So think about more than just the weight: consider how often you take crispbread to work, too.
How can I keep crispbread crisp at work?
Store it in a dry place and seal the pack properly after opening, as Albert Heijn and Jumbo advise for their crispbread. Pack moist toppings separately and add them to the crispbread just before eating.
Does crispbread provide the same amount of iodine as ordinary bread?
Don’t assume it does. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bread made with iodised baker’s salt is an important source of iodine in the Netherlands, but using baker’s salt is not compulsory. If you often replace bread with crispbread, check the ingredients list.
Which allergens should I check in crispbread?
Check the allergen information on the specific pack. For AH Knäckebröd Volkoren, Albert Heijn lists wheat, rye and sesame, among other allergens. Jumbo warns that its wholegrain variety may contain sesame. For Wasa High Fibre Crackers, Joybuy lists sesame, oats, rye and wheat, among other allergens.