Breakfast lovers who choose their own savoury toppings
You want egg, hummus or vegetables to set the flavour, so you’re looking for a plain base. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists egg, pulses and vegetables among the possible toppings.
Who is this choice for?
Readers of nutritional information
You compare things such as fibre or protein per 100 g, without assuming the figures apply to every variety from a brand. Jumbo lists 20,0 g of protein and 9,5 g of fibre per 100 g for Wasa Protein Wheat Crispbread.
Breakfast lovers choosing gluten-free options
You’re looking for a product explicitly labelled gluten-free and also checking the other allergen information. A standard rye or wheat variety is not interchangeable with a gluten-free one.
What should you look for?
Start with what matters most for your breakfast: room for savoury toppings, nutritional information, a gluten-free label or a preference for chocolate. Then look at the individual varieties.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
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| Savoury toppings | Choose a plain base and check the ingredients and salt content of flavoured varieties. | If I’m adding egg, hummus or vegetables myself, I want the toppings to define the flavour. Around 36% of consumers put this savoury base first. |
| Fibre and protein | Compare the nutritional values per 100 g and per serving for the exact product; check the salt content too. | If I eat crispbread for breakfast regularly, I want to be able to compare the stated amount of fibre or protein. For around 29% of consumers, nutritional value is their main concern. |
| Gluten and allergens | Check the gluten-free label as well as the ingredients, allergens and possible traces. | If I need to avoid gluten, I need a clearly labelled gluten-free base and must also look out for other allergens. This is the main priority for around 21% of consumers. |
| Chocolate flavour | For a specific chocolate-coated product, check the ingredients and nutritional information, including sugars and fats. | I’d rather have a sweet chocolate flavour, even if it’s less suited to my plan for savoury toppings. Around 14% of consumers prioritise this flavour preference. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming chocolate-coated crispbread works with every savoury topping
A chocolate coating gives crispbread a sweet flavour. That’s a different choice from a plain base where the toppings set the flavour.
Before buying, decide whether you want a savoury breakfast or deliberately want a sweet element. Only compare a chocolate variety after checking the label of the specific product.
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Confusing protein with gluten-free or low-salt
Jumbo lists 20,0 g of protein and 1,0 g of salt per 100 g for Wasa Protein Wheat Crispbread. This wheat variety contains gluten, so its protein content doesn’t mean it meets other requirements you may have when buying.
When comparing a high-protein variety, also check the grain, allergens and salt content on the packaging you choose.
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Assuming gluten-free means free from all allergens
The Wasa Gluten- & Lactosevrij Sesame & Sea Salt variety described by Jumbo contains sesame and states that it may contain milk, mustard and soya.
Alongside the gluten-free label, always read the full allergen and possible traces statement for the product.
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Assuming all crispbread contains iodine
A statement about iodine being added through baker’s salt doesn’t tell you which ingredients are in an individual pack of crispbread.
If iodine is relevant to your choice, check the ingredients of the specific product or ask the manufacturer which salt is used.
Brands to consider
Wasa
Albert Heijn and Jumbo list Wasa varieties made with different grains and carrying different product descriptions.
- Jumbo lists 20,0 g of protein per 100 g for Wasa Protein Wheat Crispbread; the separate Sesame & Sea Salt variety is described as gluten- and lactose-free.
- These features apply to different products. The Protein variety contains wheat gluten; the Sesame & Sea Salt variety contains sesame and lists the possible presence of other allergens.
Albert Heijn
According to its category overview, the own-brand crispbread range includes wholegrain and seed varieties.
- You can look among the varieties shown for a grain or seeds that go well with your toppings.
- Check the nutritional information, ingredients and allergens on each individual pack; a category name doesn’t tell you enough.
Bolletje
Albert Heijn’s category overview includes robust wholegrain and light, airy crispbread varieties from Bolletje.
- The varieties mentioned offer a choice of different textures for the same use as a base for toppings.
- Base comparisons of nutritional value or allergens on the variety you choose, not the brand name.
Leksands
Albert Heijn lists Leksands crispbread in flavours including sourdough and seeds & sea salt.
- Flavour and texture can help guide you if you’re looking for crispbread to go with savoury toppings.
- Check the information for the specific variety to find out about salt and allergens.
Ryvita
Ryvita describes several crispbread product lines internationally; its own UK information for Original Crispbread lists rye as an ingredient.
- The ingredient information helps you identify the Original variety as a rye product.
- For a purchase in the Netherlands, use the information on the pack actually being sold; a UK product description is not a Dutch label.
Crispbread for your choice of savoury toppings
These crispbread varieties suit a breakfast where you choose your own savoury toppings. Compare the grain and the nutritional information on the packaging if they matter to your choice.
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g'woon wholegrain crispbread, 375 g
A wholegrain base for when you want to choose your own savoury toppings.
Pack size: 375 g. If you have dietary requirements, check the ingredients and allergens on the label.
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Bolletje wholegrain crispbread, 265 g
A wholegrain variety for anyone putting together breakfast with their choice of toppings.
Pack size: 265 g. Check the nutritional information and allergens for this variety before comparing it with other crispbread.
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Wasa Wholegrain crispbread, 260 g
Wholegrain crispbread for a breakfast where you add your own savoury toppings.
Pack size: 260 g. If you need to avoid any ingredients, check the grain and allergens on the packaging.
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Wasa Rustic crispbread, 215 g
A crispbread variety to consider if you’re looking for a base for your choice of savoury toppings.
Pack size: 215 g. If you’re following a gluten-free diet, read the ingredients and allergen information for this variety before choosing it.
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Bolletje Light Golden Crisp crispbread, 240 g
A variety for anyone who wants to choose their own toppings at breakfast.
Pack size: 240 g. The name Light doesn’t replace a comparison of the nutritional values per 100 g or per serving.
Frequently asked questions
Does chocolate-coated crispbread go with a savoury breakfast?
For a breakfast where savoury toppings set the flavour, plain crispbread is the more natural base. If you specifically want a sweet chocolate element, check the ingredients and nutritional information for the product before comparing it with a plain variety.
What toppings go well with crispbread if I want a savoury breakfast?
Egg, hummus and vegetables are options for a savoury combination; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists egg, pulses and vegetables among possible toppings. When putting your breakfast together, check the ingredients and nutritional information of the toppings too.
Does all crispbread contain iodine because baker’s salt is used?
No, you can’t assume that about every individual product. If iodine matters to your choice, check the ingredients on the packaging or ask the manufacturer which salt was used for that crispbread.
What should I look for in gluten-free crispbread?
Choose a variety explicitly labelled gluten-free and also read the allergen statement. The Wasa Sesame & Sea Salt variety described by Jumbo is described as gluten- and lactose-free, but contains sesame and states that it may contain milk, mustard and soya.
How do I keep crispbread crisp?
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging and keep the product somewhere dry. Wasa Protein’s product information recommends a dry, dark place; the information for the gluten-free Wasa variety described recommends a dry, cool place.