Who are these choices relevant to?

People with coeliac disease

You’re looking for a lunch base that is demonstrably gluten-free. According to the Voedingscentrum, check the label on the packaging and, if it contains oats, make sure they are gluten-free before comparing nutritional values.

People comparing nutritional information

You want to compare the fibre and salt in different gluten-free options, without overlooking your toppings.

Shoppers looking for convenience

You’re looking for an option that suits your dietary needs and want to check the current range and packaging when you buy.

What should you look for when choosing?

First check that the crispbread is suitable for people with coeliac disease. Then compare the nutritional information and practical details on the packaging.

What to look for What to check when buying Who it matters to
Gluten-free status and allergens Look for an explicit gluten-free label and read the ingredients and allergen warnings; if the product contains oats, check that they are gluten-free too. If I have coeliac disease, my lunch base must be demonstrably gluten-free, and any other allergens must be suitable for me. Around 42% of consumers prioritise this check.
Nutritional information Compare fibre and salt per 100 g and per serving; also consider what you use as a topping. For my usual lunch, I want to know how the nutritional values of the crispbread compare with the portion I eat. Around 33% of consumers prioritise this consideration.
Packaging and availability Check the current packaging and whether the option you want is available where you shop. If I take lunch with me or need a specific option, I want to be able to find it and check the packaging. This matters most to around 25% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming high-fibre means gluten-free

    According to the product information on Joybuy, ordinary Wasa Vezelrijke Crackers contain rye and wheat. So a fibre claim says nothing about whether a product is suitable for people with coeliac disease.

    Start by checking the gluten-free label and ingredients list, then compare the fibre content.

  • Assuming all oats are suitable

    The Voedingscentrum points out that oats can become contaminated with gluten during processing.

    If you have coeliac disease, choose an oat product that is explicitly labelled gluten-free or carries the Crossed Grain symbol.

  • Reading only the front of the packaging

    Gluten-free crispbread may still contain other allergens or warn that traces may be present. Product information can also change.

    Check the current packaging when you buy, especially if you need to avoid allergens other than gluten.

  • Assuming every product contains iodised salt

    The ingredients lists for AH Glutenvrij Vezelrijk and Schär/Semper Grovknäcke mention iodised salt; this does not automatically apply to other crispbread.

    If the type of salt used matters to you, check the ingredients list of the option you’re buying.

Brands to consider

AH Glutenvrij

Albert Heijn states that AH Glutenvrij Vezelrijk crispbread is made in a completely gluten-free environment.

  • This option contains 6.5 g of fibre per 100 g and lists iodised salt.
  • The product contains oats, may contain sesame and lists 2.4 g of salt per 100 g. Check the current packaging.

Wasa

Wasa has classic and sesame options specifically labelled gluten-free; this label does not apply to every Wasa product.

  • According to Jumbo, the sesame option contains 10 g of fibre and 1.2 g of salt per 100 g.
  • The sesame option contains sesame and may contain milk, mustard and soya. Ordinary Wasa Vezelrijke Crackers on Joybuy contain rye and wheat.

Schär/Semper

The specialist gluten-free range offers several crispbread options to compare.

  • The product information for Schär/Semper Grovknäcke lists 8.5 g of fibre per 100 g and iodised salt.
  • This option may contain traces of soya. Check the packaging and current availability.

Ryvita

Here, Ryvita is included as a reference for regular crispbread, not as a gluten-free option.

  • Ryvita states that all its products contain gluten. So don’t choose them as a gluten-free lunch base if you have coeliac disease.

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Frequently asked questions

Is ordinary rye crispbread gluten-free?

No, rye contains gluten. If you have coeliac disease, choose crispbread that is explicitly labelled gluten-free and check the ingredients on the packaging.

Can I eat crispbread containing oats if I have coeliac disease?

That depends on whether the oat product is gluten-free. According to the Voedingscentrum, oats can become contaminated with gluten during processing, so look for an explicit gluten-free label or the Crossed Grain symbol.

Does gluten-free crispbread always contain iodised salt?

No. Check the ingredients for the specific product. AH Glutenvrij Vezelrijk and Schär/Semper Grovknäcke list iodised salt, but that doesn’t mean every gluten-free option uses the same ingredient.

How do I compare the salt in gluten-free crispbread?

Compare the salt content per 100 g, then consider the portion you eat. Include the salt in your toppings when assessing your whole lunch.

Is crispbread alone enough to assess a lunch?

No, the nutritional information for crispbread doesn’t describe your whole lunch. Also consider how much you eat and the ingredients and nutritional values of your toppings.