Students who want to keep a larger pack in the cupboard
You’re looking for a long-lasting base for quick meals. You’ll want to consider the pack size, how much you use and whether you can seal the pack properly after opening.
Who is this for?
Students who pay attention to grains and fibre
You want to top your crispbread with things like egg, hummus, vegetables or cheese. So look beyond the pack size and check the grain type and nutritional information per 100 g.
Students who need to read the label carefully
If you have an allergy, check the allergens on the current packaging. If you eat crispbread instead of ordinary bread, don’t assume it contains iodised baker’s salt without checking the label.
What should you look for?
First, consider whether you can finish and store an opened pack. Then compare the nutritional information and ingredients of the varieties you’d use for a topped dinner. For students considering crispbread as a cupboard staple for meals like these, the following priorities may matter.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Pack size and storage | Pack weight and storage instructions after opening. | If I’m eating alone, I want to be able to finish a larger pack before the rest goes soft. An estimated 42% of these consumers prioritise a suitable pack size and managing their supplies. |
| Grain type and fibre | Grain type and fibre per 100 g; consider your toppings too. | For a quick topped dinner, I’m looking for a base with ingredients and nutritional information that suit my preferences. Around 33% of these consumers prioritise choosing the right base for their toppings. |
| Label information | Allergens and salt per 100 g; if you have questions about iodine, check whether baker’s salt is listed. | If I need to watch out for allergens or often eat crispbread instead of bread, I want to know what the label says. An estimated 25% of these consumers prioritise checking this information. |
Pitfalls of buying a larger pack
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Thinking a larger pack is always practical
A large pack may not suit a one-person household if it goes soft after opening before you can finish it.
Choose a pack size that suits how often you eat crispbread, and seal the packaging properly after use.
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Assuming crispbread contains iodised salt
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that bread does not have to be baked with baker’s salt. So you can’t tell which salt has been used in a particular crispbread product from the product category alone.
If the use of baker’s salt matters to your choice, check the ingredients of the specific product.
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Assuming a wholegrain or seed variety is allergen-free
The AH and Wasa varieties described contain cereals with gluten; sesame is also listed for some varieties.
Check the allergen information on the current packaging every time you buy, even if you already know the brand.
Brands and supermarket own-label options
Albert Heijn
AH Wholegrain Crispbread comes in a 375 g pack for anyone looking to keep a larger pack at home.
- Albert Heijn lists 25 portions, 12 g of fibre and 0.7 g of salt per 100 g for this product.
- The product contains gluten and sesame. Check the current packaging when you buy it, as product information can change.
Wasa
Wasa offers, among other options, a 300 g pack of high-fibre crackers and a 260 g pack of wholegrain crispbread.
- The 300 g pack of high-fibre crackers is listed as containing 26 g of fibre per 100 g.
- The Wasa varieties described contain cereals with gluten. The high-fibre crackers also contain sesame and may contain milk; check the label of the variety you choose.
Lidl
Lidl lists crispbread with sunflower seeds and with pumpkin seeds in 264 g packs.
- These varieties offer a different pack size to look out for in store.
- Check the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information on the packaging of the variety you choose.
Crispbread and crackers for topped meals
These varieties are worth considering as a base for a quick meal with toppings. Pack sizes vary, so think about how much crispbread you’ll actually use after opening.
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Wasa High-Fiber crackers, 300 g
An option to consider if you’re specifically looking at fibre content for topped meals. This variety is listed as containing 26 g of fibre per 100 g; if you have allergies, check the label for sesame and possible traces of milk, among other things.
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g'woon Wholemeal crispbread, 375 g
The 375 g pack could suit you if you regularly use crispbread as a base for toppings. Before choosing it, consider whether you can keep this amount dry and sealed after opening; if you have allergies, check the packaging.
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Wasa Sourdough Rye crispbread, 235 g
A rye variety to consider if you want to add toppings for a quick meal. The pack contains 235 g; if you have allergies, check the current ingredients and allergen information.
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Bolletje Whole Grain crispbread, 265 g
This 265 g pack is an option if you’re looking for wholegrain crispbread as a base for toppings. Check the nutritional information per 100 g and, if you have allergies, read the current label.
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Wasa Rustic crispbread, 215 g
A 215 g pack to consider if you’re looking for a rye base for toppings but don’t want to stock up on a larger amount. If fibre matters to your choice, compare the nutritional table on the packaging.
Frequently asked questions
Is a larger pack of crispbread practical if I live alone?
It depends on whether you can finish the pack after opening while the crispbread is still crunchy. Choose an amount that suits how often you eat crispbread, and keep the rest properly sealed.
How should I store opened crispbread?
Keep it somewhere dry and seal the packaging properly after opening, or transfer it to an airtight container. This helps reduce the chance of a larger pack going soft before you finish it.
Can I use crispbread for a quick student dinner?
Yes, you can add toppings for a quick meal; the nutritional value of the whole meal also depends on what you put on it. Albert Heijn Allerhande pairs wholegrain crispbread with egg and tomato in one of its recipes as a serving suggestion.
Does crispbread always contain iodine from baker’s salt?
No, you can’t assume that for any individual product. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that bread does not have to be baked with baker’s salt. So check the ingredients of the crispbread rather than assuming that the word ‘salt’ means iodised baker’s salt has been used.
Which allergens should I look out for in these varieties?
The AH and Wasa varieties described contain cereals with gluten; sesame is also listed in AH Wholegrain Crispbread and Wasa high-fibre crackers. Wasa high-fibre crackers may contain milk. Always check the allergen information on the current packaging of the variety you choose.