Choose a white sourdough roll if you want to serve individual sourdough rolls with your Sunday roast. If wholemeal and fibre are more important to you, look for a wholemeal sourdough roll. If you mainly want the familiar Kaiser shape or a quick bake, a regular Kaiser roll may be a good fit. Whatever you choose, check the ingredients: a mention of sourdough doesn’t rule out added yeast.
Would you like to serve everyone an individual sourdough roll alongside your Sunday roast? Jumbo sells white sourdough rolls in packs of four. Albert Heijn also lists fresh sourdough pistolets, which its range page says are available in store only.
A wholemeal sourdough roll is a good choice if you’d rather serve wholemeal than white bread. Compare the nutritional information per 100 g and check which grains and seeds are in your chosen variety.
If the familiar shape and a convenient preparation method come first, you could choose a regular Kaiser roll. Don’t assume it’s sourdough just because of its shape: check the product description and ingredients.
Choose this if: you want an individual sourdough roll with your roast; Jumbo sells its white sourdough rolls in packs of four.
Bear in mind: according to Jumbo’s ingredients list, these rolls contain yeast as well as sourdough.
Choose this if: wholemeal and fibre matter more to you than a white roll.
Bear in mind: the Dutch Bakery variety sold at PLUS contains gluten-containing cereals and also lists yeast.
Choose this if: you’d rather pick up individual rolls from the fresh bakery section than bake a pack at home.
Bear in mind: Albert Heijn lists these pistolets as available in store only; check the label for ingredients in store.
Choose this if: the classic Kaiser shape or a quick bake matters more to you than an explicit mention of sourdough.
Bear in mind: Lidl, ALDI and Dirk’s product information doesn’t confirm that the Kaiser rolls mentioned are sourdough.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Sourdough and individual portions | Check whether they’re individual rolls and whether the ingredients include yeast as well as sourdough. | I want to give everyone their own sourdough roll with the roast, but it doesn’t have to be made exclusively with sourdough. Around 40% of consumers say they prioritise this combination. |
| Wholemeal and fibre | Compare the product description and fibre content per 100 g; check which grains and seeds have been used, too. | I’d rather serve wholemeal than a white roll with my meal, and I pay attention to the fibre content. This is the main consideration for around 30% of consumers. |
| Kaiser shape and convenience | Compare the number of rolls and the preparation instructions; look for an explicit mention of sourdough if that’s important to you. | The familiar Kaiser shape and a preparation method that fits my meal plans are what matter most to me. An estimated 30% of consumers prioritise this. |
The ingredients lists for the Jumbo and PLUS sourdough rolls mentioned here include both sourdough and yeast. So the name alone doesn’t mean that a roll has been raised exclusively with sourdough.
If added baker’s yeast is a deal-breaker for you, read the full ingredients list for the variety you choose.
The Kaiser shape and a short baking time won’t tell you which raising agent has been used.
Feel free to choose based on shape or preparation if sourdough isn’t a requirement. Otherwise, look for an explicit mention of sourdough on the label.
The sourdough products mentioned contain gluten-containing cereals; ingredients and warnings about other allergens vary by product.
If you have an allergy, check the current label on the exact variety you’re buying, even if you already know the product name.
Albert Heijn lists the sourdough pistolets mentioned as in-store products, while Lidl says its fresh range can vary by branch.
Before you shop, check whether your chosen rolls are available at your local branch.
If they’re not in stock there, you may need to visit another branch.
A place to look for fresh sourdough pistolets and regular Kaiser rolls.
An option for white, part-baked sourdough rolls in packs of four.
A place to look for wholemeal sourdough rolls and white sourdough demi-baguettes, among other options.
A place to look for regular white Kaiser rolls, freshly baked in store.
A place to look for regular white De Afbakker Kaiser rolls to bake at home.
A place to look for regular Kaiser rolls to bake at home.
These Kaiser rolls are worth considering if you want to serve individual rolls with your Sunday roast. Check the packaging if the preparation method or a specific sourdough variety is important to you.
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An option if you’d like to serve individual Kaiser rolls with your Sunday roast.
Four rolls, 200 g in total.
Check the packaging for preparation instructions and whether the listed combination of sourdough powder and yeast suits your preference.
No. The ingredients lists for the Jumbo and PLUS sourdough rolls mentioned here also include yeast. Check the ingredients if you’re looking for a roll raised exclusively with sourdough.
Read the current label for the exact variety of rolls. The sourdough rolls mentioned contain gluten-containing cereals; other ingredients and allergen warnings can vary by product, too.
Don’t assume so. The product information for the Jumbo and PLUS rolls mentioned lists iodised salt or baker’s salt; check the ingredients of the rolls you actually buy.
Yes, as long as the shelf life and storage instructions for your chosen pack fit your plans. Also check when the rolls need to be baked, so they’re ready in time for your meal.
