Holidaymakers comparing seeds and fibre
You’re looking for rusks to enjoy with chocolate sprinkles or another topping, and want to check the label for the seeds they contain and the fibre per 100 g.
Who might be interested in multiseed rusks?
Shoppers who need to check allergens
You want to check before buying that both the rusks and the chocolate sprinkles are suitable for you. With multiseed products, it’s particularly important to look out for sesame and cereals containing gluten.
Travellers planning their breakfast
You’re looking for something that fits your available storage space and cooking facilities. Rusks are ready to eat, while a bake-at-home roll needs an oven.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you want ready-to-eat rusks or a roll that you can bake. Then compare the ingredients, nutritional information and storage instructions on the pack you’ll actually be taking with you.
| What to look for | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Seeds and fibre | Check which seeds have been added and compare the fibre per 100 g. If you’re looking for wholemeal, check the ingredients separately. | For my holiday breakfast, I want seeds in my rusks and the fibre content to compare; this combination is a priority for around 37% of consumers. |
| Allergens and dietary requirements | Read the latest allergen information for both the rusks and the chocolate sprinkles, including any statements about possible traces. | If I need to avoid certain ingredients, I want to know whether both products are suitable; around 36% of consumers consider suitability the most important factor. |
| Storage and preparation | Check the storage advice for after opening, and whether the product is ready to eat or needs baking. | When travelling, I want to enjoy breakfast without any unexpected preparation and be able to store it properly; for around 27% of consumers, convenience is the deciding factor. |
Common mistakes when choosing
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Assuming multiseed means wholemeal
The presence of seeds doesn’t mean the rusks are wholemeal. ‘Multigrain’ means something different too: according to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, multigrain bread contains at least three different types of grain.
If you’re looking for wholemeal, check the product description and ingredients list. Compare the fibre content separately in the nutritional information.
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Checking allergens in the rusks only
Multiseed rusks may contain sesame or cereals containing gluten, among other ingredients. Chocolate sprinkles have their own ingredients and allergen information.
Read both packs before buying, even if you’ve bought one of the products before.
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Assuming baker’s salt is always used
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, using baker’s salt is not compulsory. So you can’t tell which salt has been used from ‘multiseed’ or the product category alone.
If the type of salt matters to you, check the ingredients list on the rusks.
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Packing a bake-at-home roll without access to an oven
AH’s gluten-free multiseed rolls aren’t ready-to-eat rusks: according to the product information, they need to be baked.
If you’re travelling somewhere without cooking facilities, choose ready-to-eat rusks, or check in advance that you can prepare and store the rolls at your destination as instructed on the pack.
Brands to compare
Bolletje
Vezelrijk Multiseed Rusks are a ready-to-eat option if you want to compare seeds and fibre on the label.
- Bolletje lists sesame seeds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds and linseeds. Albert Heijn states that this product contains 10 g of fibre per 100 g.
- The product information lists wheat and sesame among its allergens; check the latest pack if these are relevant to you.
TastyBasics
Multiseed Rusks are an option if you want to compare the stated nutritional values with the seed ingredients.
- For the pack of 8, Jumbo lists 11 g of fibre and 20 g of protein per 100 g.
- Sesame, egg and cereals containing gluten are among the relevant allergens in these rusks; check the label on the pack you choose.
AH Glutenvrij
The multiseed rolls are labelled gluten-free and offer an alternative to rusks, but they’re a different type of product.
- Albert Heijn describes the rolls as a multiseed option that you can bake at home.
- You’ll need cooking facilities to prepare them. Also check the full allergen and storage information: gluten-free doesn’t mean free from all other allergens.
Multiseed rusks on Joybuy
These rusks are ready to eat and make a seeded base for chocolate sprinkles. Choose a pack based on how much you need, and check the latest label for nutritional values, allergens and storage instructions.
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TastyBasics multiseed rusks, 184 g
Ready-to-eat seeded rusks to take along if you enjoy chocolate sprinkles on rusks. The pack contains 184 g; check the latest allergen information and storage advice before you set off.
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Bolletje multiseed rusks, 10 pieces
Ready-to-eat rusks with seeds to enjoy under your chocolate sprinkles, with the quantity easy to plan per piece. The pack contains 10 pieces; check the latest ingredients, allergen information and storage instructions.
Frequently asked questions
Are multiseed rusks automatically wholemeal?
No. Seeds in the rusks don’t, by themselves, tell you whether they’re made with wholemeal flour. If wholemeal is important to you, check the product description and ingredients list.
Do rusks always contain iodised baker’s salt?
Don’t assume they do. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that using baker’s salt in bread is not compulsory; check the ingredients list to find out which salt is used in a particular product.
Which allergens should I check in rusks with chocolate sprinkles?
Check the allergen information for both the rusks and the chocolate sprinkles. Sesame and cereals containing gluten are among the things to look out for in the multiseed rusks mentioned here; the latest packs will tell you which allergens apply to your combination.
How should I store multiseed rusks while on holiday?
Follow the storage advice on the pack and seal the rusks well after opening. Albert Heijn advises storing Bolletje Vezelrijk Multiseed Rusks in a cool, dry place after opening; Jumbo advises storing TastyBasics Multiseed Rusks in a cool, dry place.
Can a gluten-free multiseed roll replace rusks?
Yes, if you’d prefer a roll to crisp rusks and can prepare it at your destination. According to Albert Heijn, AH Gluten-Free Multiseed Rolls need to be baked; check the pack for preparation, storage and allergen information too.