Who might these options suit?

People with coeliac disease

For you, the gluten-free label matters more than the shape or flavour of the roll. Check the ingredients and information about other allergens on every pack too.

People short on time in the morning

If you want a warm roll before you head out, the cooking method and the appliances you have available both matter. Albert Heijn recommends five minutes in the air fryer for up to two of its white gluten-free rolls; PLUS recommends ten minutes in the oven for its rolls.

People who also compare nutritional information

If fibre, salt or another allergy is a factor for you, compare the nutritional information per 100 g and read the allergen information for the exact variety you’re choosing. A ciabatta or seeded roll won’t necessarily have the same ingredients as a white roll.

What should you look for when choosing?

If you have coeliac disease, start by checking for a gluten-free label on the packaging. Next, see whether the preparation time fits your morning, then compare the nutritional information and available types of roll.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Gluten-free suitability Look for an explicit gluten-free label on the pack and read the ingredients and allergen information. If I have coeliac disease, I want to be able to check before breakfast that the roll is labelled gluten-free. This is the top priority for around 36% of consumers.
Preparation and storage Check the appliance, temperature and cooking time; also read the storage instructions for after opening. If I’m short on time, I want to know whether I can prepare the roll with the appliance I have before heading out. Preparation is the first thing around 29% of consumers consider.
Nutritional information and other allergens Compare fibre and salt per 100 g and read the allergen information for the variety you’ve chosen. When choosing between white and seeded rolls, I want to weigh up the nutritional values against ingredients that aren’t suitable for me. This combination takes priority for around 21% of consumers.
Shop and type of roll Check the specific product listing and local availability; if necessary, consider another type of gluten-free bread. If I can’t find a suitable roll at my usual shop, I want to know what other gluten-free option I can choose. The shop and type of roll matter most to around 14% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming spelt or multigrain means gluten-free

    If you have coeliac disease, a standard roll made with wheat or spelt is not a substitute for one labelled gluten-free. Dirk describes its regular rolls as wheat rolls in its range.

    Choose based on the gluten-free label on the current packaging, not the colour or the name of the grain.

  • Choosing a seeded roll based on its name alone

    Ingredients vary from one product to another. According to the product information, PLUS’s gluten-free seeded rolls contain sesame.

    Compare the nutritional values per 100 g and check the pack for all relevant allergens.

  • Assuming a general product category means it’s in stock locally

    A listing of gluten-free products doesn’t tell you which specific rolls are available at your local shop.

    Check the variety you want and its local availability before planning your breakfast around it.

    If you have to go to another shop, you may need to allow extra travel time.

  • Leaving preparation and storage checks until after buying

    A short baking time is only helpful if you have the appliance it calls for. Albert Heijn also lists restrictions on freezing its gluten-free rolls at home and storing them after opening.

    Before buying, read the preparation and storage instructions for your chosen variety and make sure the pack size suits how you’ll use it.

    A pack that isn’t used in time after opening could lead to food waste.

Brands and shops to consider

Albert Heijn

Worth considering if you want to compare white and seeded gluten-free rolls.

  • For its white variety, Albert Heijn recommends five minutes in the air fryer at 180 °C, for up to two rolls. For the seeded variety, it recommends six to seven minutes in a preheated oven at 180 °C.
  • Check the ingredients, allergens and storage instructions on the current packaging for the variety you choose.

PLUS

Worth considering if you want to compare white and seeded gluten-free rolls side by side.

  • PLUS lists both varieties in packs of two and recommends ten minutes in the oven at 180 °C.
  • According to PLUS, the seeded variety contains sesame. Compare the nutritional values and allergens on the pack you choose.

Jumbo

A shop to look at for gluten-free alternatives if the exact shape of the roll isn’t essential.

  • Jumbo has an online category for gluten-free products, including other types of bread.
  • Check the product listing and availability for each roll; a general category doesn’t tell you whether a specific roll is available.

Dirk

Worth considering if you’re also open to a gluten-free roll in a different shape.

  • Dirk lists products including Schär Kaiserbrötchen and ciabatta with a gluten-free label in its range of rolls.
  • Regular rolls in the range are described as wheat rolls. Check the label on the individual product.

ALDI

A shop where you can check the local range of bread and bake-at-home rolls.

  • ALDI lists gluten-free bread as part of its bakery range.
  • Check whether your local shop has a suitable gluten-free roll and read the packaging before buying.

Lidl

A shop where the current range can make a difference to your breakfast plans.

  • Lidl promotes a gluten-free range.
  • The range can change, so check the specific product and availability at your local shop.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I eat a regular white, brown or spelt roll if I have coeliac disease?

No. A regular roll made with wheat or spelt isn’t a gluten-free alternative. Choose a roll that is explicitly labelled gluten-free and check the current packaging.

Does a gluten-free seeded roll always contain more fibre?

No. Compare the nutritional values per 100 g for each product. PLUS lists 1,31 g of fibre per 100 g for its white gluten-free rolls and 2,7 g per 100 g for the seeded variety; this comparison applies to these PLUS products.

How do I choose a gluten-free roll for a quick morning routine?

Compare the cooking time, appliance needed and temperature. Albert Heijn recommends five minutes in the air fryer at 180 °C for up to two of its white gluten-free rolls; PLUS recommends ten minutes in a preheated oven at 180 °C for its gluten-free rolls.

Does gluten-free mean that a roll contains iodised baker’s salt?

No. The gluten-free label doesn’t tell you which salt has been used in the product. If you want to know whether it contains iodised salt, read the ingredients list on the pack you choose.

Should I read the label again if I buy the same roll regularly?

Yes. Check the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information on the packaging each time you buy it. Product information can change, even if the product name stays the same.