For an Easter brunch with several guests, a 375 g pack is a practical choice if you can use the rest after brunch too; compare the current price per kilogram with that of smaller packs. Then choose a flavour that works with your toppings, and check the label on the exact variant if you have dietary requirements to consider. Don’t assume that crispbread contains iodine from baker’s salt.
If you’re buying for a full table, the pack size and number of portions or pieces can help you work out how many packs you need. Albert Heijn lists its wholemeal crispbread at 375 g and 25 portions; ALDI lists Goud Gebakken Wholemeal at 375 g and 25 pieces. A portion and a piece aren’t necessarily the same size.
You’ll want to know which grain is used as the base and how much fibre the variant lists per 100 g. This makes it easier to compare products without drawing conclusions about their nutritional value from the name alone.
If gluten, sesame or milk matters to one of your guests, the label on the variant you choose will tell you whether it’s suitable for the table. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that allergen information must be provided on the label of prepacked foods.
First, work out how much crispbread you’ll need for the table and afterwards. Then compare the flavour and nutritional information, and check the allergens on the exact pack before you buy.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Pack size and price | Compare the weight in grams and the current price per kilogram; use the number of portions or pieces as an additional guide. | When I’m hosting brunch for several people, I want to put enough on the table without being left with an unnecessarily large amount. For around 31% of consumers, having enough in the pack is the top priority. |
| Wholemeal and fibre | Check the wholemeal description and compare the fibre content in the nutritional information per 100 g. | If wholemeal or the stated fibre content is my main preference, I want to compare variants made from the same base. Around 25% of consumers put this nutritional preference first. |
| Toppings and flavour | Check the type of grain and ingredients such as seeds or sourdough, and choose a variant to suit your toppings. | When I’m serving a range of toppings, I want to choose a crispbread with a flavour that works well with them. This combination is the main consideration for around 25% of consumers. |
| Allergens and dietary requirements | Read the ingredients, allergens and any warnings on the exact pack. | If a guest needs to avoid certain ingredients, I want to know which variant is suitable before serving. For around 19% of consumers, this is the top priority. |
A lower price for a pack doesn’t tell you much about how much crispbread you’re getting. The packs surveyed range from 235 to 375 g.
Compare the weight and price per kilogram on the same day you shop. Then consider how many portions or pieces you actually want to serve at brunch.
Wholemeal describes the grain base, not whether a product is suitable for every guest. Albert Heijn lists cereals containing gluten and sesame among the ingredients in its wholemeal variant; ingredients vary from product to product.
Read the label on the exact pack, including any warnings about the possible presence of allergens. If you’re catering for a specific dietary requirement, don’t rely on the brand name or the wholemeal description alone.
A product only contains baker’s salt if the information for that variant confirms it. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre states that bread doesn’t have to be made with baker’s salt, so don’t assume crispbread contains iodine based on the product type alone either.
If iodine is important to your choice, check the ingredients and nutritional information rather than making assumptions based on the name crispbread.
With a large pack, it’s also worth considering how much you’ll want to keep after brunch: moisture can affect the crisp texture.
Choose a pack size you can use, and store any leftovers in a dry place in a well-sealed container, following the instructions on the packaging.
Wasa offers several crispbread varieties, including wholemeal, high-fibre, light and sourdough.
The own-brand range includes a 375 g pack of wholemeal crispbread with 25 stated portions.
Goud Gebakken offers a 375 g pack of wholemeal crispbread with 25 pieces; ALDI also lists a 265 g seeded variety with a robust texture.
Lidl lists crispbread with sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds in a 264 g pack.
Ryvita Dark Rye is a dark rye crispbread listed by a Dutch specialist retailer in a 250 g pack.
Jumbo is a shop, not a crispbread brand, and lists several Wasa varieties side by side.
These packs, ranging from 260 to 375 g, offer different quantities and grain varieties for your brunch table. First, work out how much you need, and check the label on your chosen pack if you have dietary requirements to consider.
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The 375 g pack is an option if you’re serving several guests and want to keep some crispbread for after brunch too.
If you have guests with dietary requirements, check the ingredients and allergens on the exact pack.
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A 300 g pack is a good fit if you need less than a 375 g pack and want to compare the stated fibre content.
Joybuy’s product information lists 26 g of fibre per 100 g for this variant. Check the packaging for ingredients and allergens if they’re relevant to your guests.
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This 265 g pack is an option if a smaller amount of wholemeal crispbread is enough for the toppings you’re planning to serve.
Check the allergens on the packaging if you’re serving guests with dietary requirements.
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The 260 g pack is a good fit if you’re looking for a smaller amount of wholemeal rye crispbread for brunch.
Joybuy’s product information lists wholemeal rye as the grain base. Rye contains gluten; check the label for other allergens too.
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The 375 g pack offers a larger amount for a table with several guests.
Don’t assume this variant is wholemeal or suitable for a particular diet: check the ingredients, nutritional information and allergens on the exact pack.
Consider the number of guests and how much other bread or how many toppings you’ll be serving, then compare the pack sizes. Albert Heijn lists 25 portions for its 375 g wholemeal crispbread; ALDI lists 25 pieces for its 375 g pack. Don’t treat these as equivalent portion sizes across brands.
Choose wholemeal if that’s the grain base you want and the variant suits your toppings and guests. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre explains that a product can only be called wholemeal if it’s made from 100% wholemeal flour; check the nutritional information per 100 g too if you want to compare fibre content.
No, don’t assume that based on the product type. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre states that even bread doesn’t have to be made with baker’s salt. If iodine is important to your choice, check the information for the specific crispbread variant.
Read the allergen information on the exact pack before serving the crispbread. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that this information must be provided on the label of prepacked foods; ingredients and warnings can vary between variants.
Store it in a dry place and seal the pack tightly after use to keep it crisp. Follow the storage instructions for the product you’ve chosen; for its wholemeal variant, Albert Heijn recommends storing it in a closed tin after opening.
