Who are these choices relevant to?

People with coeliac disease

You want to rule out ordinary crispbread made with rye, wheat or barley, and look on the packaging for ‘gluten-free’ or the Crossed Grain symbol. The Voedingscentrum lists these as ways to identify gluten-free products.

Everyday shoppers on a budget

You eat crispbread regularly and want to choose a pack that suits how much you use. Pack size and individual portions only matter once you’ve confirmed that the exact product is gluten-free.

People who often replace bread

As well as checking the gluten-free label, you want to compare fibre, salt and allergens. If you eat little ordinary bread, it’s also worth checking whether the product contains iodised salt as part of your overall diet, as the Voedingscentrum explains.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, check that the crispbread itself is labelled gluten-free. Then compare the packaging and nutritional information of products that meet this requirement.

What to look for What to check when buying Who it matters to
Gluten-free label Look for ‘gluten-free’ or the Crossed Grain symbol on the exact pack, and read the ingredients. If I have coeliac disease, I want to know whether this crispbread is suitable before weighing up other features. For around 45% of consumers, this reassurance comes first.
Pack size for everyday use Check the net weight and whether the product is individually portioned; choose an amount that suits how much you use. I eat crispbread often and want to choose a pack I can finish in good time. For around 33% of consumers, everyday use is the main consideration.
Nutrition information and allergens Compare fibre and salt per 100 g, read the ‘contains’ and ‘may contain’ information, and check whether iodised salt is listed. When I eat crispbread instead of bread regularly, I want to know how it fits into my diet. For around 22% of consumers, this is the main consideration.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming ordinary rye crispbread is a gluten-free alternative

    Rye contains gluten. Ryvita says its products contain gluten too; a fibre claim doesn’t change that.

    If you have coeliac disease, choose a product explicitly labelled gluten-free or bearing the Crossed Grain symbol, and check the exact pack.

  • Overlooking other allergens

    A gluten-free product may still contain sesame or carry a warning about allergens such as soya, milk or mustard.

    Check the ingredients and the ‘contains’ and ‘may contain’ information for every product, especially if you also need to avoid other allergens.

  • Treating crispbread as an automatic replacement for bread

    Iodised salt isn’t always listed in the ingredients. The Voedingscentrum points out that baker’s salt is not compulsory.

    Check the label to see what type of salt has been used. If needed, discuss your overall diet with a dietitian experienced in coeliac disease.

Brands and shops compared

Albert Heijn / AH Glutenvrij

AH Glutenvrij Vezelrijk crispbread is a 230 g own-brand product.

  • Albert Heijn’s product information lists 6.5 g of fibre per 100 g, oats and iodised salt.
  • The product may contain sesame. Check the current packaging, even if you’ve bought this product before.

Wasa

Wasa makes gluten-free crispbread varieties, including Classic and Sesame & Sea Salt.

  • Albert Heijn’s listing describes Classic as individually portioned, with 7 g of fibre per 100 g; Jumbo lists 10 g of fibre per 100 g for Sesame & Sea Salt.
  • Allergen information varies by product. Sesame & Sea Salt contains sesame and may contain milk, soya and mustard.

Schär

Schär Knusperbrot dunkel is a gluten-free dark crispbread made with teff flour and buckwheat flour.

  • Albert Heijn’s product listing describes a 125 g pack containing 20% teff flour and 10% buckwheat flour.
  • This product may contain soya; check the packaging if this allergen is relevant to you.

Ryvita

Ryvita is a well-known crispbread brand, but its regular products are not suitable for people with coeliac disease.

  • Dark Rye Crispbread lists wholemeal rye flour and rye flour as ingredients.
  • According to Ryvita’s own FAQ, all its products contain gluten.

Jumbo / Lekker Vrij

Jumbo lists gluten-free bread under its Lekker Vrij range and also sells a gluten-free Wasa crispbread product.

  • Jumbo’s listing for Wasa Sesame & Sea Salt provides product-specific ingredient and allergen information.
  • A gluten-free loaf from the Lekker Vrij range doesn’t tell you whether another crispbread is suitable. Always check the label of the product you choose.

Lidl en ALDI

When buying crispbread from these shops, check the exact product rather than relying on the product category alone.

  • Lidl lists, among other products, a rye variety; ALDI describes one crispbread product as wholemeal.
  • ‘Rye’, ‘wholemeal’ and ‘high fibre’ do not mean gluten-free. If you have coeliac disease, choose only a pack labelled ‘gluten-free’ or bearing the Crossed Grain symbol.

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Frequently asked questions

Is ordinary rye crispbread suitable for coeliac disease?

No. Ordinary rye crispbread is not gluten-free because rye contains gluten. If you have coeliac disease, look for ‘gluten-free’ or the Crossed Grain symbol on the packaging of the product you’re buying.

Can I choose gluten-free crispbread made with oats?

Check whether the finished product itself is labelled gluten-free; the presence of oats alone doesn’t tell you whether it is. Also read the ingredients and check for any other allergens on the current packaging.

Does crispbread need to contain iodised salt if I eat little bread?

Not all crispbread needs to contain iodised salt, but it’s worth checking the type of salt if you eat little ordinary bread. According to the Voedingscentrum, baker’s salt is not compulsory, so consider your iodine intake as part of your overall diet.

Why should I check the label again on a product I know?

Ingredients and allergen information can change. Check the physical packaging every time you buy the product, especially for the gluten-free label and any warnings about allergens that are relevant to you.

How can I keep gluten-free crispbread separate from ordinary bread at home?

Store it separately from bread containing gluten, and use clean utensils and a clean surface. The Voedingscentrum warns that even a single bread crumb can cause symptoms in people with coeliac disease.