If you’re choosing a croissant with seeds while shopping on a budget, first check whether the seeds and weight of the specific product are clearly stated. Albert Heijn lists flaxseed and sunflower seeds for its Multiseed Croissant, which weighs 80 g; Lidl describes its multiseed croissant as made with several seeds and sells it in store only. A plain croissant is an alternative only if seeds aren’t essential for you. If you have a food allergy, always rely on the current label.
You’re not just looking for any croissant; you want to know which seeds it contains. Albert Heijn lists flaxseed and sunflower seeds for its Multiseed Croissant, while Lidl says its version is made with several seeds.
You want to be able to check the ingredients and nutritional information for the croissant you choose. Albert Heijn lists wheat and milk/lactose, among other ingredients, for its Multiseed Croissant. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre highlights the importance of allergen information if you have a food allergy.
If you’re also considering a plain croissant, you can compare the product type and label. ALDI and Dirk list plain butter croissants, but these aren’t necessarily the same as a multiseed croissant.
First decide whether seeds are essential. Then compare the product type, weight and current label of the croissants you’re considering.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Product type and weight | Check that both products are multiseed croissants and compare their weights. | When comparing croissants, I don’t want to mistake a plain version for the same type of product or overlook a difference in portion size. For around 42% of consumers, being able to make this comparison matters most. |
| Seeds and ingredients | Check the ingredients list for the seeds named; don’t rely on the product name alone. | I want to know which seeds I’m buying, even if the name only says ‘multiseed’. Around 33% of consumers prioritise being able to verify the seed mix. |
| Allergens and nutritional information | Read the current allergen information and compare salt per 100 g and the portion size on the label. | If I have a food allergy or am watching my salt intake, I need information about the specific product. For around 25% of consumers, allergen and nutritional information is the top priority. |
A plain butter croissant may have a different weight and different ingredients. The plain versions listed by ALDI and Dirk don’t confirm that they have the same seed mix as a multiseed croissant.
If seeds are essential for you, compare multiseed versions with each other and check the weight of each product.
The description doesn’t list all the ingredients. Albert Heijn lists wheat and milk/lactose, among other ingredients, for its Multiseed Croissant.
Before buying, read the current ingredients and allergen information, including any ‘may contain’ statements. If a product is sold loose, ask for the allergen information you need.
The ingredients and nutritional information for a croissant can change. Albert Heijn itself points out that its product information may change.
Check the current label when you buy, especially if specific ingredients, allergens or the salt content are important to your choice.
The AH Multiseed Croissant is an option if you want to check in advance which seeds Albert Heijn lists for this product.
The Lidl Multiseed Croissant is an in-store option if you want to check the product in person.
Jumbo’s croissant range is worth considering if a multiseed version isn’t essential.
ALDI’s butter croissant is an alternative if you’re not specifically looking for seeds.
Dirk lists plain croissants for shoppers who don’t require a particular seed mix.
No. The term ‘multiseed’ doesn’t, on its own, mean that a croissant is wholemeal. Check the ingredients of the specific product if this distinction matters to your choice. Albert Heijn lists flaxseed and sunflower seeds for its Multiseed Croissant.
No. Read the current allergen information for the specific product. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre stresses how important this information is if you have a food allergy. Albert Heijn lists wheat and milk/lactose for its Multiseed Croissant, as well as other allergens that may be present.
