Who is this relevant to?

Looking for seeds and fibre

You want rusks with a noticeable seed texture under savoury toppings, and compare the fibre content in the nutrition table rather than relying on the picture on the packaging.

Comparing protein and carbohydrates

You use rusks as a base for breakfast and want to compare the stated amounts of protein and carbohydrates in different varieties.

Checking the ingredients

Before buying, you check for allergens such as sesame, cereals containing gluten and egg, as well as the salt information and ingredients used.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide which feature of multiseed rusks matters most for your savoury breakfast. Then compare the nutritional information and ingredients of the variety in question.

Seeds and fibre

When to choose it: Bolletje high-fibre farmhouse multiseed rusks are an option if you’re looking for rusks with sunflower seeds, linseed, sesame seeds and pumpkin seeds. Albert Heijn lists 10 g of fibre per 100 g for this variety.

Bear in mind: This variety contains wheat and sesame. Check the serving size before comparing values per rusk with those of other products.

Wholegrain and organic

When to choose it: AH Biologisch wholegrain multiseed rusks suit you if you’re looking for wholegrain rusks with an organic label and stated seed ingredients.

Bear in mind: According to Albert Heijn’s product information, this variety contains egg, sesame and cereals containing gluten.

Protein and carbohydrates

When to choose it: TastyBasics multiseed rusks are worth comparing if protein and carbohydrate values are your priority. Albert Heijn lists 20 g of protein and 43 g of carbohydrates per 100 g for this variety.

Bear in mind: Assess any claim about reduced carbohydrates against the comparison used and the nutritional information per serving. This variety contains wheat, spelt, barley, sesame and egg, among other ingredients.

What to consider What to check Who is this important to?
Seeds, fibre and size Check which seeds and cereals are listed in the ingredients, and compare fibre per 100 g and, where stated, per rusk. When I add savoury toppings to rusks, I’m mainly looking for a seed texture and want to compare the fibre content. This is the main priority for around 42% of consumers.
Protein and carbohydrates Compare both values on the same basis, for example per 100 g, and check what a reduced-carbohydrate claim is being compared with. For breakfast, I want to weigh up protein and carbohydrates without relying on the word ‘multiseed’ in the name. This comparison takes priority for around 33% of consumers.
Ingredients and salt Read the allergen information and compare the salt content of both the rusks and the savoury toppings. Check the ingredients list for any specific type of salt. If certain ingredients or the salt content influence my choice, I want to assess both parts of my breakfast. This check is the top priority for around 25% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming the seeds tell you the nutritional value

    A seed mix doesn’t tell you how much fibre, protein or carbohydrate a serving contains. Rusk sizes can also vary.

    Compare the nutritional information per 100 g, then check the serving you actually use.

  • Skipping the allergen information

    All three varieties discussed here contain sesame and cereals containing gluten; the AH Biologisch and TastyBasics varieties also contain egg.

    Read the current ingredients list and any warnings on the packaging, even if you’ve bought the product before.

  • Comparing only the salt in the rusks

    Salt in your chosen toppings also counts as part of a savoury breakfast. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends consuming no more than 6 g of salt a day.

    If salt is an important factor in your choice, check the nutritional information for the rusks and toppings together.

  • Assuming iodised baker’s salt is used

    The rusk category doesn’t tell you which type of salt is used in a particular variety.

    If iodine is important to your choice, look for an explicit mention in the ingredients list or ask the manufacturer about that variety.

Brands compared

The features below apply to the specific multiseed rusks mentioned, not to every product from these brands.

Bolletje

Bolletje high-fibre farmhouse multiseed rusks combine a range of seeds and kernels in an extra-large rusk.

  • For this variety, Albert Heijn lists 10 g of fibre, 17 g of protein and 0.52 g of salt per 100 g.
  • The ingredients information lists wheat and sesame. Check the current label if these ingredients are important to your choice.

AH Biologisch

AH Biologisch wholegrain multiseed rusks are a wholegrain variety with linseed, sesame seeds and sunflower seeds.

  • Albert Heijn lists an organic label and, per 100 g, 11 g of fibre, 14 g of protein and 0.73 g of salt.
  • According to the product information, this variety contains egg, sesame and cereals containing gluten.

TastyBasics

TastyBasics multiseed rusks are aimed at consumers who mainly want to compare the stated protein and carbohydrate values.

  • For this variety, Albert Heijn lists 20 g of protein, 11 g of fibre, 43 g of carbohydrates and 0.59 g of salt per 100 g.
  • This variety contains wheat, spelt, barley, sesame and egg, among other ingredients. The brand’s reduced-carbohydrate claim uses ordinary rusks as its reference and doesn’t tell you how it compares with every other variety.

Multiseed rusks on Joybuy

This selection features rusks with seeds as a base for a savoury breakfast. Use the packaging to compare nutritional information, ingredients and serving size with the varieties above.

Bolletje multiseed rusks, pack of 10

Bolletje multiseed rusks, 10 pieces

Rusks with seeds for anyone looking for a base for savoury toppings. Compare the nutritional information per 100 g with the serving you use, and check the current ingredients and allergen information on the packaging.

Pack size: 10 pieces.

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Frequently asked questions

Are multiseed rusks automatically high in fibre?

No, the name alone doesn’t tell you the fibre content. For the three varieties discussed above, Albert Heijn lists 10 or 11 g of fibre per 100 g. When choosing, also compare the value per serving and the size of the rusks.

What should I check if sesame or gluten is important to me?

Check the current ingredients and allergen information on the specific pack. The three varieties discussed list sesame and cereals containing gluten; AH Biologisch wholegrain multiseed rusks and TastyBasics multiseed rusks also list egg.

Does the salt in savoury toppings count too?

Yes, the salt in your toppings is part of the same breakfast as the rusks. So if salt influences your choice, compare both nutrition tables. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends consuming no more than 6 g of salt a day.

Do all rusks contain iodised baker’s salt?

You can’t tell from the product category alone. Check whether the ingredients list for your chosen rusks mentions iodised baker’s salt or another type of iodised salt. If you’re unsure, ask the manufacturer for information about that specific product.