Who should take care when choosing?

Hosts catering for several people

If you’re putting out toast for a get-together with several guests, choose a pack that suits the amount you expect to need. ALDI lists Sun Snacks melba toast in a 240 g pack.

Organisers of a small brunch

A 120 g pack may be more practical for a small group if you want to avoid leftovers. Albert Heijn lists AH Melba toast natural in this size, while Jumbo lists a 120 g pack from Van der Meulen.

Shoppers who want to check the label

If you’re specifically looking for wholemeal toast or need to check ingredients, allergens or salt, you’ll need the details for the exact product you choose. The name ‘melba toast’ alone doesn’t tell you enough.

What should you look for?

Work out how much toast you think you’ll need for your brunch or get-together. Then decide whether you’re looking for a wholemeal option or need to meet a specific labelling requirement.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters most to
Quantity for your guests Compare the net weight, such as 120 g and 240 g, with the number of people you’re catering for. When I’m serving toast to several guests, I don’t want to run out halfway through. Around 36% of shoppers put having enough above all else.
Keeping leftovers to a minimum Choose a pack that’s likely to be used up, and read the storage instructions for once it’s opened. For a small brunch, I’d rather not open a large pack for just a few pieces of toast. For around 29% of shoppers, choosing the right quantity matters most.
Wholemeal option Look for the word ‘wholemeal’ on the exact pack; don’t assume ‘multigrain’ means wholemeal. If I want to serve wholemeal melba toast, I need to be able to identify it on the pack. Around 21% of shoppers prioritise a wholemeal option.
Ingredients and nutritional information Check the ingredients, allergen information and salt content of the product you’ve chosen. If an ingredient or the salt content is important to my decision, I want to be able to read the details on the exact pack. Around 14% of shoppers prioritise checking the label.

Common mistakes

  • Confusing the number of packs with the amount of toast

    A 120 g pack doesn’t contain the same amount as a 240 g pack. So simply counting how many packs you buy won’t tell you whether you have enough for your guests.

    Check the net weight and estimate how much toast you’ll serve alongside the other food.

  • Assuming ‘multigrain’ means ‘wholemeal’

    According to the Voedingscentrum, toast can only be called ‘wholemeal’ if it’s made entirely from wholemeal flour. The wording ‘multigrain’ doesn’t confirm that.

    If you want a wholemeal option, look specifically for ‘wholemeal’ on the pack you choose.

  • Assuming every type of melba toast has the same label

    Ingredients and allergens can vary between products. You’ll also need to check the salt content on the pack you choose.

    Check the ingredients list, allergen information and nutritional details for the exact product you’re serving.

  • Assuming toast contains iodine based on its name

    The Voedingscentrum says that bread doesn’t have to be baked with iodine-enriched baker’s salt. So the product category alone won’t tell you which salt was used in a particular type of toast.

    Check the ingredients list if the use of baker’s salt matters to your choice.

Brands and supermarket ranges to consider

Sun Snacks (ALDI)

ALDI lists Sun Snacks melba toast in a 240 g pack.

  • The pack gives you more toast in one go for a get-together with several people.
  • Check whether 240 g is right for the amount you expect to use.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists AH Melba toast natural in a 120 g pack.

  • A smaller pack may suit a brunch with just a few guests.
  • If you need more toast, bear in mind that each pack contains less.

Van der Meulen Melba

Jumbo lists 120 g packs of Van der Meulen Melba Toast Natural, as well as a wholemeal option.

  • The range lets you choose between natural and wholemeal options.
  • Check the wording and nutritional information for the product you actually choose.

Lidl

Lidl lists a 240 g pack of melba toast as an in-store-only product.

  • The 240 g pack is another option to consider when working out how much you need.
  • Check the product variant and availability when you visit the shop.

Bolletje

Bolletje lists crackers and crispbreads among its products. These are different product categories from melba toast.

  • Crackers or crispbreads could be a separate option for what you want to serve.
  • Don’t count them as the same type of toast when working out how much you need.

Melba toast for a brunch or drinks and nibbles

This Joybuy pick is a 240 g pack of melba toast. Consider it alongside the number of guests and what else you’ll be serving.

Crispy melba toast, 240 g pack

Crispy melba toast 240 g

A 240 g pack may suit a brunch or get-together with several people.

If you’re looking for a wholemeal option or need to check ingredients or allergens, refer to the details on the exact pack.

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Frequently asked questions

Is multigrain melba toast the same as wholemeal melba toast?

No. The wording ‘multigrain’ doesn’t confirm that a piece of toast is wholemeal. According to the Voedingscentrum, toast can only be labelled ‘wholemeal’ if it’s made entirely from wholemeal flour, so check the pack you choose.

Is melba toast always made with iodine-enriched baker’s salt?

No, don’t assume that based on the name melba toast. The Voedingscentrum says baker’s salt doesn’t have to be used in bread. Check the ingredients list to see which salt is used in a particular pack of toast.

How should I store an opened pack of melba toast?

Follow the storage instructions on the pack and check how to seal it after opening. If you don’t expect to use all the toast during your brunch or get-together, bear this in mind when choosing between a smaller pack and 240 g.