Regular toast buyers
You often use Melba toast as a base for toppings and want to know how much is in a pack.
Who is this toast for?
Buyers who keep an eye on fibre
You want to be able to check the ingredients in a wholemeal option and see how much fibre the nutrition information lists per 100 g.
Buyers who check allergens
Before buying, you need to be able to check which grains and other allergens a particular type of toast contains. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says allergens must be listed on the labels of prepacked foods.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you want plain toast, a wholemeal option or a particular flavour. Then compare the pack sizes and, if you have dietary requirements or allergies, read the label on the option you choose.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who is this important to? |
|---|---|---|
| Neutral base and pack size | Check that the flavour goes with your toppings and see how many grams are in the pack. | If I regularly eat toast with different toppings, I want a plain option in a suitable pack size. This is the deciding factor for around 42% of consumers. |
| Wholemeal and fibre | Read the ingredients list and compare the stated fibre content per 100 g. | With my afternoon coffee, I specifically want to choose wholemeal toast and be able to assess the stated fibre content. Around 33% of consumers prioritise this. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the current allergen information. Check separately whether baker’s salt or iodised salt is listed if that distinction matters to you. | Before buying a different type of toast, I need to be able to check its ingredients and allergens. Around 25% of consumers prioritise checking the label. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming an old product listing is still current
Jumbo says that Crispy Melba Toast Plain, 240 g multipack is no longer part of its online range.
Check the current range before using an old product page to help you make a choice.
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Assuming that salt listed in the ingredients is iodised baker’s salt
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, using baker’s salt is not compulsory. So the word ‘salt’ alone doesn’t tell you which type was used in the toast.
Check whether the pack lists baker’s salt or iodised salt if this distinction matters to you.
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Skipping the label when trying a different flavour
The wholemeal Melba toast and organic sesame toast described here contain, among other things, cereals containing gluten, sesame and soya. Ingredients vary by product.
If you have an allergy, always check the ingredients and allergen information on the current pack.
Brands to consider
Van der Meulen
Makes Melba toast in several varieties, including Melba Wholemeal Toast.
- Jumbo lists 9.7 g of fibre per 100 g for Melba Wholemeal Toast.
- The wholemeal option described contains wheat, barley, rye, sesame and soya. Check the pack if you have an allergy.
Albert Heijn
Sells Melba toast under its own brand, including an organic option with sesame seeds.
- The organic sesame option offers a distinctive flavour for anyone who wants sesame with their toppings.
- The option described contains sesame, wheat, soya and barley, among other ingredients.
Sun Snacks
ALDI lists Sun Snacks Plain Melba Toast as a neutral-flavoured option.
- The listed pack contains 240 g.
- Check the pack itself for the ingredients and allergens in the option you buy.
Jumbo
Also sells Melba toast under its own brand in a more distinctive flavour.
- Jumbo lists a 100 g Tomato & Basil option.
- Choose this flavour only if tomato and basil go with the toppings you have in mind, and check the label too.
Bolletje
Offers seed crackers as an alternative to consider alongside Melba toast.
- Bolletje says its 45% Sunflower Seed Crackers are 100% wholegrain and contain 45% seeds.
- This is a cracker, not Melba toast, and it contains wheat, barley and sesame, among other ingredients.
Toast products at Joybuy
These types of Melba toast are intended as a base for toppings with your afternoon coffee. Check the pack weight and, if you have dietary requirements or allergies, read the label on the pack you choose.
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Delverde Classic Melba Toast, 100 g
Melba toast to enjoy with toppings alongside your afternoon coffee. The pack contains 100 g.
If you have allergies, check the ingredients and allergen information on the current pack. Also check whether baker’s salt or iodised salt is listed if that matters to you.
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Crispy Melba Toast, 240 g
Melba toast to enjoy with toppings alongside your afternoon coffee. The pack contains 240 g.
If you have allergies, read the current label carefully before choosing this option. Check separately which type of salt is listed in the ingredients if that matters to you.
Frequently asked questions
When should I choose wholemeal Melba toast instead of plain?
Choose a wholemeal option if wholemeal ingredients and the stated fibre content matter to you. Jumbo lists 9.7 g of fibre per 100 g for Van der Meulen Melba Wholemeal Toast. Check the other ingredients and allergens in this option too.
Does toast automatically contain iodine from baker’s salt?
No. You can’t tell from the product name or the word ‘salt’. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that baker’s salt is not compulsory, so check the ingredients if the type of salt used matters to you.
What should I look for if I’m allergic to grains, sesame or soya?
Read the allergen information on the current pack of the specific type of toast. The wholemeal Melba toast and organic sesame toast described here contain these ingredients in different combinations. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says allergens must be listed on the labels of prepacked foods.
How should I store Melba toast after opening?
Follow the storage instructions on the pack you’ve bought. For the AH BASIC Melba Toast described here, Albert Heijn recommends storing it in a sealed tin after opening.