Anyone who also wants to avoid sweeteners
You’re looking for muesli with no added sugars and no sweeteners. To check, read the ingredients list as well as the claim on the front; naturally occurring sugars may still be present.
Who is this choice important to?
Families comparing options for the week
If you’re having several breakfasts from one pack, you’ll want to compare nutritional values per 100 g and per serving. Check the fibre, sugars, serving size and allergens.
Anyone who needs to check for nuts or gluten
The crunchy muesli varieties reviewed contain ingredients such as oats, wheat or nuts, or may carry a warning about traces. If you have a relevant allergy or intolerance, always check the current packaging.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start with the ingredients you want to avoid, then compare the nutritional values and serving sizes of the options that remain. If you’re stocking up for the week, also consider how many breakfasts you’ll get from each pack.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
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| Added sugars and sweeteners | Read the claim and the ingredients list, checking for sweeteners such as maltitols. Compare ‘of which sugars’ per 100 g. | I want to avoid both, rather than relying on a 0% claim if the recipe still contains a sweetener. This is the top priority for around 33% of consumers. |
| Fibre and nutritional values | Compare fibre and sugars per 100 g; for values per serving, use the serving size shown on the label. | If I eat the same muesli regularly for breakfast, I want to know what my usual serving contains. Around 25% of consumers prioritise this comparison. |
| Pack size and servings | Check the pack size and stated serving size, then work out how many breakfasts it will provide for your household. | For my weekly shop, I want to buy enough muesli without relying on the size of the box alone. This is the first consideration for around 25% of consumers. |
| Allergens and ingredients | Read the allergen information and any ‘may contain’ warnings on the current packaging. | Before considering the flavour or nutritional value, I need to know whether nuts, gluten-containing cereals or possible traces could be a problem for me. This check is the highest priority for around 17% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Taking ‘no added sugars’ to mean ‘sugar-free’
Muesli can still contain sugars that occur naturally in its ingredients, even when no sugars have been added. The amount varies by product.
When comparing varieties, check ‘of which sugars’ per 100 g on the current label.
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Assuming a 0% claim means ‘no sweeteners’
The AH Krokante muesli noten 0% suiker reviewed contains maltitols. Albert Heijn states that excessive consumption of this product may have a laxative effect.
If you also want to avoid sweeteners, read the ingredients list rather than relying on the claim on the front of the pack.
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Skipping the allergen information
A product that suits your preference for no added sugar may still contain ingredients you need to avoid. The varieties reviewed list ingredients such as nuts and gluten-containing cereals.
If you have an allergy or intolerance, check the allergen information and possible traces on the current packaging of the flavour you choose.
Brands and product ranges compared
Quaker Cruesli
The Zero Sugar Added Naturel and Apple, Pecan & Cinnamon varieties reviewed are options for anyone looking to avoid both added sugars and sweeteners.
- The product listings at Albert Heijn and Jumbo describe both varieties as having no added sugars and no sweeteners.
- The varieties reviewed contain oats and wheat; the Naturel variety may also contain traces of milk and nuts.
Jumbo
The Crunchy Muesli Noten reviewed is a nut variety which, according to Jumbo, contains no added sugar.
- Jumbo states that this variety contains 13% nuts and 21.1 g of fibre per 100 g.
- The ingredients include several types of nuts, oats and wheat; check the current packaging if you need to avoid any of these.
Albert Heijn
The AH Krokante muesli noten 0% suiker reviewed is a different choice from a variety with no sweeteners.
- Albert Heijn states that this variety contains 0 g of added sugar per 100 g.
- The product contains maltitols, several types of nuts and gluten-containing cereals. Albert Heijn warns that excessive consumption may have a laxative effect.
Holie’s
The Crunchy Muesli Mixed Red Fruit reviewed is a red fruit variety for anyone looking to avoid added sugars and sweeteners.
- The product information at Albert Heijn states that it has 0% added sugars, no sweeteners and 22 g of fibre per 100 g.
- ‘No added sugars’ does not mean that the variety contains no naturally occurring sugars; compare the nutritional values on the packaging.
Quaker Cruesli varieties on Joybuy
These Quaker Cruesli varieties are worth considering if you’re comparing crunchy muesli with no added sugars and no sweeteners for your weekly shop. The flavours and allergens vary, so check the current packaging of the variety you choose.
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Quaker Cruesli Zero Sugar Added Strawberry & Peach, 400 g
A strawberry and peach variety for anyone looking for a fruity flavour in this Cruesli range.
400 g pack. Check ‘of which sugars’ on the packaging: no added sugars does not mean sugar-free.
Also check the allergen information, particularly for oats, wheat and possible traces of milk or nuts.
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Quaker Zs Cruesli Natural, 400 g
A natural variety for anyone who doesn’t want fruit, nuts or chocolate as the starting point.
400 g pack. Compare the sugars and fibre per 100 g using the current nutritional information table; this option may also contain naturally occurring sugars.
If you have an allergy or intolerance, check the information about oats and wheat, as well as possible traces of milk and nuts.
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Quaker Zs Cruesli Nuts & Seeds, 400 g
A nut and seed variety for anyone who wants these ingredients in their muesli.
400 g pack. Check the nutritional information table when comparing sugars and fibre with other flavours.
This variety contains nuts, wheat and oats; check the current allergen information before choosing it.
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Quaker Cruesli Choco Zero Sugar, 400 g
A chocolate flavour for anyone who wants to compare the ingredients of a chocolate variety with those of other Cruesli flavours.
400 g pack. Use the nutritional information table on the packaging to compare fibre and sugars on a like-for-like basis.
The ingredients list includes milk, oats and wheat; nuts may also be present. Check the current allergen information.
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Quaker Cruesli Zero Sugar Added Apple, Pecan and Cinnamon, 400 g
An apple, pecan and cinnamon variety for anyone looking for this flavour combination with no added sugars or sweeteners.
400 g pack. Compare the fibre content using the current nutritional information table on the packaging.
The product information lists pecans, wheat and oats; milk and other nuts may also be present. Check the allergen information.
Frequently asked questions
Is muesli with no added sugars also sugar-free?
No. Sugars may occur naturally in the ingredients. So check ‘of which sugars’ per 100 g on the label of the specific muesli, even if the packaging says ‘no added sugars’.
Should I still check for sweeteners if a product has a 0% claim?
Yes, if you want to avoid sweeteners. According to Albert Heijn, the AH Krokante muesli noten 0% suiker reviewed contains maltitols; the label on the variety you choose will confirm its ingredients.
How can I compare packs for a week of breakfasts?
First compare the nutritional values per 100 g, then check the stated serving size and pack size. This will help you work out how many breakfasts a pack will provide for your household, without directly comparing nutritional values based on different serving sizes.
Which allergens should I look out for in crunchy muesli?
Check the current packaging for ingredients that are relevant to you and for any trace warnings. The varieties reviewed list ingredients such as oats, wheat and various nuts; don’t rely on the flavour name or a claim about added sugar alone.