Who is this relevant to?

Families with someone who has coeliac disease

You’re looking for an explicitly gluten-free product for a school holiday lunch, which you can store and pack separately from ordinary bread and crumbs.

Lunchbox planners for day trips

You want to portion out crispbread easily and take it with you without it getting damp. Individual portions, such as those in Wasa Gluten Free and Lactose Free Classic according to Albert Heijn’s product information, can be handy.

Consumers with additional allergen requirements

As well as checking the gluten-free statement, you compare information about allergens such as sesame, milk, soya or mustard. This can vary between varieties.

What should you look for when choosing?

If you have coeliac disease, start by checking for a gluten-free statement on the current packaging. Then decide which other features matter most for your school holiday lunch.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Gluten-free and kept separate Look for ‘gluten-free’ or the Crossed Grain symbol on the current packaging. Avoid contact with ordinary bread and crumbs. When I’m packing lunch for someone with coeliac disease, I want to be able to see that the product is gluten-free and take it with me without bread crumbs. For around 39% of consumers, this reassurance is the top priority when choosing.
Convenience on the go Compare the portion packaging and storage instructions; pack moist toppings separately if necessary. For a day out, I want to be able to portion it without the crispbread going soft in my bag. This convenience matters most to around 23% of consumers.
Other allergens Check the ingredients and statements such as ‘contains’ and ‘may contain’ for each variety. If someone has an allergy as well as coeliac disease, I want to know whether this variety contains, for example, sesame or milk. Around 23% of consumers make these additional allergen checks their top priority.
Nutritional information Compare fibre and salt per 100 g and per portion. If you’re interested in iodine, check whether iodised salt is listed in the ingredients. When I regularly replace bread with crispbread, I want to compare the nutritional information of the products. For around 15% of consumers, this comparison is the highest priority.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming all crispbread from one brand is gluten-free

    According to Joybuy’s product information, Wasa Lichtgewicht Crackers contain rye and gluten. So a brand name or a fibre claim doesn’t tell you whether a specific variety is suitable for a gluten-free lunch.

    Check the gluten-free statement on the packaging of the exact variety you’re taking with you.

  • Checking only the gluten-free statement

    If there are additional allergies, the rest of the allergen information matters too. For example, the product information for AH Glutenvrij Vezelrijk crispbread lists oats and possible traces of sesame; the information for Wasa’s gluten-free varieties varies by variety.

    Compare the ingredients and ‘contains’ and ‘may contain’ statements with the allergens relevant to your lunch.

  • Treating a fibre claim as a complete nutritional assessment

    Salt and portion size matter too. Albert Heijn’s product information lists 2,4 g of salt per 100 g for AH Glutenvrij Vezelrijk crispbread and 1,1 g per 100 g for Wasa Gluten Free and Lactose Free Classic.

    Read the nutritional information per 100 g and consider how much you’ll actually take as a portion.

  • Assuming all crispbread contains iodised salt

    The Voedingscentrum identifies bread as an important source of iodine. So if you regularly replace bread, you can’t assume that the alternative contains iodised salt just because of its product category.

    Check the ingredients list of your chosen product to see whether iodised salt is listed.

Brands and product ranges compared

AH Glutenvrij

AH Glutenvrij Vezelrijk crispbread is a 230 g crispbread option for anyone looking for a product explicitly labelled gluten-free.

  • Albert Heijn states that this variety is produced in a completely gluten-free environment.
  • The product information lists oats and possible traces of sesame. Check the current packaging when you buy it.

Wasa

Wasa has dedicated gluten-free crispbread varieties, including Gluten Free and Lactose Free Classic and Sesame & Sea Salt.

  • Albert Heijn lists individual portions for Classic; according to Jumbo’s product information, Sesame & Sea Salt contains 9% sesame seeds.
  • Allergen information varies by variety. According to Joybuy, Wasa Lichtgewicht Crackers contain rye and gluten, so they’re not a gluten-free alternative.

Nairn's

According to Jumbo’s range, Nairn's Gluten Free Original and Rosemary & Sea Salt Flatbreads offer a different crunchy lunch option from crispbread.

  • The flatbreads offer an alternative shape for anyone who doesn’t want traditional crispbread.
  • Before serving them to someone with coeliac disease or additional allergies, check the current packaging and allergen information for the variety you’ve chosen.

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Frequently asked questions

Is all Wasa crispbread suitable for people with coeliac disease?

No. Check the specific variety and the current packaging. According to Joybuy, Wasa Lichtgewicht Crackers contain wholemeal rye flour and gluten; for a gluten-free lunch, choose a variety explicitly labelled ‘gluten-free’.

Is oats in gluten-free crispbread automatically unsuitable?

No, the ingredient name alone doesn’t tell you that. According to Albert Heijn, AH Glutenvrij Vezelrijk crispbread contains gluten-free oats; also check for an explicit gluten-free statement on the packaging you’ve chosen.

How do I keep gluten-free crispbread crisp on a day out?

Keep it dry and seal the packaging well once opened. Pack moist toppings separately and add them just before lunch; individual portions can make it easier to serve while you’re out.

Does crispbread always contain iodine from baker’s salt?

No, don’t assume that based on the type of product. Check whether iodised salt is listed in the ingredients; Albert Heijn lists it for AH Glutenvrij Vezelrijk crispbread.

Can I ask about allergens in unpackaged lunch products?

Yes. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that allergen information must be available for both prepacked and unpackaged foods. When buying unpackaged products, ask specifically about cereals containing gluten and any other allergens relevant to your lunch.