Families who want to be able to verify organic certification
If organic certification is a must, look beyond the product name. The EU organic logo, control code and origin information on the label help you check the claim.
Which families is this relevant to?
Larger households planning their food shop
When several family members eat muesli, compare the net weight and price per kilo. A smaller pack may mean you need to restock more often.
Families comparing nutrition information and allergens
Check the sugars and fibre per 100 g, and read the ingredients and allergen information for the option you want to buy. This is particularly important if not everyone in the family can eat the same ingredients.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, check that the chocolate option meets your organic requirements. Then compare the pack weight, nutrition information and allergens on the packaging you’re actually buying.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Organic certification | Check the EU organic logo, control code and origin information on the packaging of this specific product. | If organic certification is a requirement for my family food shop, I want to be able to recognise the claim on the label. For around 31% of consumers, this check comes first. |
| Pack weight and price per kilo | Compare the net weight and current price per kilo of products that meet your requirements. | When several people are eating it, I want to know how long a pack will last and how often I’ll need to buy more. Around 31% of consumers prioritise this balance between stock and cost. |
| Nutrition information | Compare sugars and fibre per 100 g; check separately for added sugars if they’re listed. | When I’m considering different chocolate mueslis, I want to be able to compare their nutritional values on the same basis. This is the top priority for around 25% of consumers. |
| Allergens | Read both the ingredients and any warnings about the possible presence of allergens on the current label. | If a family member needs to avoid certain ingredients, suitability comes before pack size or flavour. For around 13% of consumers, this check is the top priority. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming natural-looking packaging proves a product is organic
Words such as “natural” or “wholegrain” don’t, by themselves, tell you whether a chocolate muesli is certified organic. According to the European Commission, the EU organic logo may only be used on products certified as organic by a recognised control authority or control body.
Check the logo alongside the control code and origin information on the packaging.
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Comparing packs without checking their weight
A 350 g pack and a 900 g pack provide different amounts of food for your family. A larger pack isn’t automatically an organic alternative either.
Compare the net weight and price per kilo, and check the organic certification separately.
If your household gets through its supplies quickly, you may need to restock a 350 g pack more often.
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Assuming organic means a particular nutritional value
Organic certification doesn’t tell you how much sugar or fibre a product contains. The stated values differ between the chocolate options from Jumbo and Albert Heijn.
Read the nutrition information per 100 g, and distinguish between sugars and added sugars when they’re listed separately.
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Skipping the allergen check when buying again
The organic options described contain gluten-containing cereals; the Albert Heijn option also contains hazelnut. Warnings about the possible presence of other allergens vary by product.
Check the physical label of your chosen product every time you buy it, including any warnings about possible traces.
Brands to consider
Jumbo
Jumbo lists a 350 g Organic Crispy Muesli with Dark Chocolate.
- Jumbo’s product information lists 11.3 g of fibre and 6.6 g of sugars per 100 g.
- This pack is 350 g. The option contains gluten-containing cereals; also check for warnings about the possible presence of other allergens.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists a 350 g organic crispy muesli with chocolate and hazelnuts.
- Albert Heijn’s product information displays the EU organic logo, states that it contains 100% wholegrain cereals and lists 6.7 g of fibre per 100 g.
- The option contains hazelnut and gluten-containing cereals. Albert Heijn lists 9.6 g of added sugars per 100 g.
Zonnatura
Zonnatura has stocked a 375 g organic muesli with dark chocolate in Dutch supermarkets.
- Albert Heijn’s product information describes this option as organic and made with 100% wholegrain cereals.
- Albert Heijn marks the product as no longer part of its range; Jumbo says it’s no longer available online. Check current availability before relying on it for your family food shop.
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Frequently asked questions
How can I check whether chocolate muesli is organic?
Look for the EU organic logo, control code and information about the origin of the agricultural ingredients on the packaging. According to the European Commission, the logo may only be used on products certified as organic by a recognised control authority or control body.
Does organic chocolate muesli automatically contain less sugar?
No, organic certification doesn’t, by itself, tell you how much sugar a product contains. Jumbo lists 6.6 g of sugars per 100 g for its organic dark chocolate option; Albert Heijn lists 9.6 g of added sugars per 100 g for its organic chocolate and hazelnut option. Read the nutrition information for both products before comparing values.
Can I choose these organic options if someone in my family needs to avoid allergens?
Don’t choose one without first checking the label for that specific option. The Jumbo option contains gluten-containing cereals and may also contain nuts, milk, peanuts and soya; the Albert Heijn option contains hazelnut and gluten-containing cereals, and also warns of the possible presence of other allergens.
How should I store an opened pack of crispy muesli?
Close the pack securely after use and store the muesli in a cool, dry, dark place. These are the storage instructions for the Jumbo and Albert Heijn products described here; also check the best-before date on the packaging.