Which type of toast is right for you?

Putting together an organic sharing platter

You’re looking for small, crisp pieces of toast for a get-together or special meal, and want to check their organic credentials using the EU organic logo and the inspection details on the packaging.

Comparing fibre content

You want to check the wholemeal description, fibre and salt content, rather than relying on the colour or a ‘multigrain’ name.

Shopping with a gluten or allergen restriction

You need to check whether a product is suitable for your restriction. The gluten-free claim, ingredients list and allergen information matter more than the shape of the toast.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether you’re looking for small pieces of toast for a get-together or toast bread. Then compare the feature that matters most to you: organic, wholemeal and gluten-free don’t mean the same thing.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Organic party toast Look for the EU organic logo and inspection code on the packaging. Choose a size that works with your toppings. For a get-together with small bites, you’ll want toast that suits the presentation and has verifiable organic credentials. For around 40% of consumers, this combination comes first.
Wholemeal, fibre and salt Check the wholemeal description and compare fibre and salt per 100 g and per serving. If you eat toast regularly, you’ll want to know what flour has been used and how much salt is in the portion you choose. Around 40% of consumers prioritise this comparison.
Gluten and allergens Read the gluten-free claim, ingredients and allergen information on the current packaging. If you have a gluten or allergen restriction, the specific type of toast must be suitable for it; an organic label won’t tell you that. For around 20% of consumers, this is the first requirement.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming organic means wholemeal or gluten-free

    The EU organic logo relates to organic production. It doesn’t tell you what flour has been used or which allergens the toast contains.

    Check the wholemeal description and nutrition information separately. If you need to avoid gluten or an allergen, also read the ingredients and allergen information for the specific product.

  • Assuming organic toast contains iodised salt

    You can’t tell from the organic status or product name whether salt containing iodine was used in baking.

    If this matters to you, look for details of the salt used on the packaging or ask the manufacturer.

  • Looking only at the salt per piece of toast

    If you eat several pieces, the salt in the toppings counts too. So the figure per piece doesn’t necessarily reflect the salt in the whole meal.

    Compare the salt per 100 g on the packaging, then consider the portion you’ll actually serve.

Brands to consider

AH Biologisch

Albert Heijn’s AH Biologisch range includes Melba toast with sesame seeds for party snacks.

  • For this variety, Albert Heijn lists an EU organic logo, inspection code NL-BIO-01, 7% sesame and a 100 g pack.
  • The product information lists wheat, sesame, soya and barley as allergens, and 1.1 g of salt per 100 g. Check the current packaging if these details matter to your choice.

Van der Meulen Melba

The Melba range includes various types of toast; Jumbo also lists an organic sesame variety.

  • For Van der Meulen Melba Biologische Toast Sesam, 100 g, Jumbo lists the European organic logo and inspection code NL-BIO-01.
  • The information for this variety lists wheat, sesame and soya, and 2.1 g of salt per 100 g. Check the allergen and nutrition information on the pack you buy.

Schnitzer

Schnitzer Bio Toastie High Protein is an organic toast loaf for a different occasion from small, dry party toasts.

  • Schnitzer describes this toastie as gluten-free and lists 15 g of protein and 11 g of fibre per 100 g.
  • The product information lists sesame, possible traces of soya, lupin and egg, and 1.5 g of salt per 100 g. Check the allergen information against your specific restriction.

Bolletje

According to its product catalogue, Bolletje sells products including crackers, crispbread and rusks. These may be worth considering if the occasion matters more than Melba toast.

  • The range offers different types of crisp bread products to compare by size and use.
  • Check the organic credentials and any dietary features of each individual product on its packaging.

Sun Snacks

ALDI lists products including 100 g packs of Sun Snacks Toast Cups Naturel and 240 g packs of Melba Toast Naturel.

  • The two products offer different sizes for comparing toast for lunch or a get-together.
  • If you’re looking to buy organic, check the chosen variety’s packaging for the EU organic logo and inspection details.

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Frequently asked questions

How can I tell if toast is organic?

Look for the EU organic logo on the packaging. According to the Dutch Government, this logo identifies organic products; for pre-packed toast, also check the inspection code and origin information shown.

Is organic toast automatically made with iodised salt?

No, the organic logo doesn’t tell you what type of salt has been used in the toast. If salt containing iodine matters to your choice, check the product’s ingredients list or ask the manufacturer.

Is wholemeal toast also organic?

No, wholemeal describes the flour used and doesn’t confirm organic credentials. To check those, look separately for the EU organic logo and inspection details on the packaging.

Which allergens should I look out for in organic sesame toast?

Sesame isn’t the only allergen to check. For AH Biologisch Melba toast with sesame seeds, Albert Heijn also lists wheat, soya and barley; for Van der Meulen Melba Biologische Toast Sesam, Jumbo lists wheat and soya as well as sesame. Check the current packaging before buying.

Should I store Melba toast and toast bread in the same way?

No, follow the storage instructions for the specific product. Albert Heijn recommends storing its organic Melba toast in a sealed tin after opening, while Schnitzer says to refrigerate Bio Toastie High Protein after opening and eat it within two days.