For a family dinner, compare similar types of crispbread per 100 g for sugars, fibre and salt, and check the topping ingredients too. Wholemeal rye crispbread can make a savoury base, but rye contains gluten. If you’re catering for guests with food allergies, check the allergen information on the exact pack.
You’re looking for a savoury base to serve several people. Compare sugars per 100 g and read the ingredients list: the nutrition table shows all the sugars present, while the ingredients list tells you which sources of sugar have been added.
You want to look beyond the sugar content. Compare the fibre in similar types of crispbread per 100 g. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, wholegrain products contain more fibre than products made with refined flour.
If your guests need to avoid certain ingredients, check the pack before serving. Wasa and Ryvita list rye in their Original varieties; the Ryvita brand page also warns that other sources of gluten and sesame may be present.
Start by comparing the nutrition information per 100 g for similar types of crispbread. Then check the ingredients and allergen information for the product you actually plan to serve.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Sugars | Compare ‘of which sugars’ per 100 g and read the ingredients list for added sources of sugar. | I want to choose a savoury base without relying solely on a claim such as ‘less sugar’; around 40% of consumers give limiting sugar their highest priority. |
| Wholegrains and fibre | Check whether it is labelled wholegrain and compare fibre per 100 g alongside sugars and salt. | When choosing crispbread for savoury toppings, I also want to know how the wholegrain and fibre content compares; around 30% of consumers put this first. |
| Allergens | Read the allergen information on the exact pack, including any warnings about possible traces. | If guests need to avoid certain ingredients, I want to know whether they can eat the crispbread; checking allergens is the main concern for around 30% of consumers. |
A claim doesn’t tell you how much sugar, fibre or salt a product contains.
Compare similar types of crispbread per 100 g and read the ingredients list too.
Pieces from different products can vary in weight, so their per-piece values aren’t always directly comparable.
Use the per-100 g values to compare products, then check the per-piece figures to decide how much to serve.
Wholegrain rye contains gluten. Other allergens, such as sesame, may also be relevant in some products.
Check the allergen information on the pack you choose. For guests who need to avoid gluten, choose a separate alternative that is clearly labelled gluten-free.
Wasa offers several types of crispbread, including the rye-based Original variety.
According to its brand page, Ryvita Original is a rye crispbread made with wholemeal rye flour, rye flour and salt.
Albert Heijn’s range includes its own crispbread varieties, including wholemeal, sesame and seeded options.
These Joybuy products are crispbread options to consider as a base for a family dinner. Before choosing, compare the nutrition information and allergen details on the current packaging, even if both products are labelled wholegrain.
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Consider this wholegrain variety if you’re looking for a base for savoury toppings. Compare sugars, fibre and salt per 100 g, and check the allergen information for your guests.
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This variety is worth considering if you want to compare fibre as well as sugars. Assess the nutrition information per 100 g and read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack.
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Consider this wholemeal crispbread if you’re choosing a base to serve several people. Compare sugars, fibre and salt per 100 g; check the current ingredients list if the types of grain or allergens matter.
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This variety is an option to serve alongside other crispbread with savoury toppings. Compare nutrition information on the same basis and check the ingredients and allergen information on the pack.
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Consider this wholegrain variety if you’re looking for crispbread to serve with toppings. Check sugars and salt per 100 g, and include the fibre value and allergen information on the pack in your comparison.
Compare the ‘of which sugars’ value for similar products per 100 g, not just per piece. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends using this consistent basis for comparison; also read the ingredients list to see which sources of sugar have been added.
No, rye contains gluten. Wasa Original and Ryvita Original list rye as an ingredient; for this guest, check the packaging of a separate product that is clearly labelled gluten-free.
Yes, toppings are part of what you serve. So don’t just compare the crispbread: if you’re serving sweet toppings, check their nutrition information and ingredients too.
That isn’t determined by the product category. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that iodine compounds may be present in bread, bread substitutes and other bakery products because baker’s salt containing no more than 65 mg of iodine per kg of salt has been added. This doesn’t mean that all crispbread contains this salt. Check the packaging or ask the manufacturer if the ingredients matter to your choice.
