Who is this relevant to?

Shoppers who put organic first

You want to be able to check the organic status on the packaging. Seeds are an extra factor to consider, but they don’t replace the EU organic logo and inspection code.

Those looking for seeds and wholegrain cereals

You choose based on the seeds used, the type of grain and the nutritional information per 100 g, rather than relying only on the picture or description on the front of the pack.

Regular bread substitutes

You often eat crispbread instead of ordinary bread. In that case, the grains and allergens listed matter, as does whether the product is made with baker's salt.

What should you look for when choosing?

If organic is a requirement for you, start by checking the organic certification. Then use the ingredients list and nutritional information on the same pack to compare seeded varieties.

What to look for What to check when buying Who it matters to
Organic status Look for the EU organic logo and inspection code on the packaging, then check the ingredients for the variety you’ve chosen. If organic is the deciding factor for me, I want to be able to verify it on the pack. For around 36% of shoppers, this verifiable status comes first.
Seeds, grain and fibre Compare the types of seeds and their stated proportions, the wholegrain content and the fibre per 100 g. If you’re mainly looking for a particular mix of seeds and grain, you’ll want to know more than simply that it contains seeds. For around 29% of shoppers, this is the most important thing to consider.
Allergens Read the ingredients and allergen information on the current pack, including any warnings about traces. If I need to avoid cereals containing gluten or sesame, the variety I choose must suit my diet. This is the main concern for around 21% of shoppers.
Salt and baker's salt Compare the salt per 100 g and, if crispbread often replaces bread, check whether baker's salt is listed among the ingredients. If I regularly eat it instead of bread, I want to be able to assess both the salt content and whether baker's salt has been used. This is a priority for around 14% of shoppers.

Common mistakes

  • Mistaking seeds or wholegrain for organic certification

    Crispbread can contain seeds or wholegrain cereals without being certified organic. So it won’t necessarily meet your needs if organic is your priority.

    First, check the EU organic logo and inspection code on the pack. Then look at which grains and seeds the variety contains.

  • Assuming an organic seeded variety suits every diet

    The Albert Heijn organic multiseed and sesame varieties described here contain cereals with gluten and sesame. An organic certification doesn’t mean these ingredients are absent.

    Check the current allergen information for every variety. If you need a gluten-free diet, choose only a product that is explicitly labelled gluten-free.

  • Assuming bread substitutes contain baker's salt

    According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, the use of baker's salt isn’t compulsory. So you can’t tell from the product category whether crispbread is made with baker's salt.

    If you often replace ordinary bread with crispbread, check the ingredients of the product you choose and consider questions about iodine as part of your overall diet.

  • Comparing only the front of the pack

    Even two organic seeded varieties can differ. For the multiseed variety described here, Albert Heijn lists 0.9 g of salt and 16 g of fibre per 100 g, compared with 1.05 g of salt and 12 g of fibre per 100 g for the sesame variety.

    Compare the nutritional information on the same basis, per 100 g, and decide which qualities matter most for how you’ll use it.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn Biologisch

The multiseed and sesame varieties described here offer two different takes on organic seeded crispbread.

  • Albert Heijn lists linseed, sesame and buckwheat among the ingredients in its multiseed variety; the sesame variety contains 10% sesame seeds.
  • Both varieties described contain cereals with gluten and sesame. Check the nutritional and allergen information on the pack you buy.

Ryvita

Ryvita describes separate crispbread varieties made with rye, grains and seeds, including Multigrain and Pumpkin Seed & Oat.

  • According to Ryvita’s own product information, Multigrain contains 18% toasted seeds and grains, while Pumpkin Seed & Oat lists 12% pumpkin seeds and 10% oat flakes.
  • If you follow an organic diet, check the certification of the specific variety separately. The brand’s product information also doesn’t confirm where these varieties are currently available to buy.

Dr. Karg's

The organic spelt variety described offers a different grain base from the rye varieties mentioned.

  • Holland Pharma lists wholegrain spelt, sesame, oats and linseed among the ingredients in Dr. Karg's Organic Spelt with Seeds.
  • The listed ingredients include cereals with gluten and sesame; check the full allergen information on the packaging.

Lidl

Lidl Netherlands describes crispbread varieties with sunflower seeds and pumpkin seeds.

  • The seeds mentioned give you a clear starting point if you want to compare ingredients.
  • If organic is a requirement, check the packaging for the EU organic logo and inspection code; the seed variety alone doesn’t prove organic status.

ALDI / Goud Gebakken

ALDI Netherlands describes Goud Gebakken Robuust crispbread as a wholegrain variety with seeds.

  • The product description clearly states that it combines wholegrain cereals and seeds.
  • Wholegrain cereals and seeds don’t confirm organic certification. If organic is essential, check the logo and inspection code on the specific pack.

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Frequently asked questions

How can I identify organic seeded crispbread?

Check the EU organic logo and inspection code on the packaging of the variety you’ve chosen. Seeds or wholegrain cereals alone don’t prove organic certification.

Is seeded crispbread gluten-free?

Not necessarily: the Albert Heijn organic multiseed and sesame varieties described here contain rye and wheat. If you need a gluten-free diet, read the information on the current pack and choose only a product that is explicitly labelled gluten-free.

What should I look for in sesame crispbread?

Check whether sesame is listed as an ingredient or allergen, even in varieties not sold specifically as sesame crispbread. Albert Heijn lists sesame in both the sesame variety and the multiseed variety described here.

Does organic crispbread always contain baker's salt?

No. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, baker's salt isn’t compulsory. Check the ingredients list of the crispbread you choose, especially if you eat it regularly instead of ordinary bread; don’t assume it contains iodine just because it’s organic.

How do I compare the salt content of two seeded varieties?

Compare the stated amount of salt per 100 g for the specific products. Albert Heijn lists 0.9 g per 100 g for the organic multiseed variety described here and 1.05 g per 100 g for the sesame variety; also check the ingredients and allergens separately.