Stock-up shoppers
You regularly eat crispbread with pea soup and want to know how much is in a pack before choosing what to stock up on.
Who is this guide for?
Shoppers who check wholegrains and nutrition
You’re looking for a variety clearly labelled as wholegrain and also comparing fibre and salt per 100 g.
Shoppers with specific label requirements
You need to check for certain allergens or want to know whether the pack lists baker’s salt or iodised salt.
What should you look for?
Start with how much you use. Then compare the ingredients of the varieties you’re considering. For allergen information, always check the label on the exact pack you’re buying.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Pack size | Check the weight in grams and work out how many packs suit your needs. | If I often eat crispbread with pea soup, I want to know how much is in a pack before deciding what to stock up on. For around 50% of consumers, pack size comes first. |
| Grains and nutrition information | Read the ingredients and compare fibre and salt per 100 g. | I’m specifically looking for a wholegrain or rye variety and want to compare the ingredients of individual products. Around 30% of consumers give this the highest priority. |
| Allergens and type of salt | Check the allergen information and, if necessary, see whether baker’s salt or iodised salt is listed in the ingredients. | If I need to avoid an ingredient or am checking the type of salt, the label on that exact variety is what matters. This is the main concern for around 20% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming all crispbread contains baker’s salt
According to the Voedingscentrum, using baker’s salt is not compulsory. So you can’t tell whether it’s included just from the product category.
Check the ingredients on the pack you’ve chosen to see whether baker’s salt or iodised salt is listed.
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Treating wholegrain, rye and fibre as the same thing
These terms don’t tell you the same thing about a product. The Consumentenbond compares fibre and salt separately for crispbread.
Check the types of grain in the ingredients and compare the nutrition information per 100 g.
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Relying on the label of a different variety
For example, Wasa Lightweight product information lists rye and milk, and says that sesame may be present. That information doesn’t automatically apply to other varieties.
Read the allergen information for the exact product you’re choosing.
Brands to consider
Wasabröd / Wasa
Albert Heijn and Jumbo stock Wasa varieties including Volkoren, Vezelrijk and Lichtgewicht.
- Wasa Lichtgewicht product information lists wholegrain rye.
- Milk and potentially sesame are also listed for this variety. Check the label on the pack you choose.
Ryvita
The British manufacturer’s website describes Ryvita Original Crispbread as containing wholemeal rye flour and rye flour.
- Those ingredients make the Original variety described a relevant choice if you’re specifically looking for rye.
- The British product information may not describe the pack you’ll find in the Netherlands. Check its ingredients and allergen information.
Albert Heijn / AH huismerk
The range includes wholegrain crispbread and varieties with sesame, sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds.
- The varieties listed offer a choice of different grain and seed options.
- Check the ingredients and allergens for each variety. A range name is no substitute for the product label.
Jumbo / Jumbo huismerk
Alongside branded products, Jumbo lists its own 375 g pack of Volkoren Knäckebröd.
- The stated pack size helps you work out how much to buy for your regular stock-up.
- Check the ingredients, nutrition information and allergens on the product packaging.
Lidl
Lidl lists a 250 g pack of wholegrain crispbread as an in-store product.
- The stated weight tells you how much product is in the pack.
- Check the label on the variety you pick up in store.
ALDI / Goud Gebakken
ALDI lists Goud Gebakken Knäckebröd as wholegrain, as well as a Robuust variety with seeds.
- The varieties give you a choice between a wholegrain pack and a product with seeds.
- Don’t choose based on the variety name alone: check the ingredients and allergens for the individual product.
Crispbread on Joybuy
These crispbread varieties differ in brand, product description and pack size. First choose the type of product you’d like with pea soup, then check the label on the variety you’ve selected.
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Wasa Lightweight crackers, 300 g
An option if you specifically want Wasa Lightweight with pea soup. For this variety, check the allergen information for rye, milk and potentially sesame.
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Bolletje wholegrain crispbread, 265 g
A good choice if you’re looking for a wholegrain variety to have with soup. Check the allergen information on your chosen pack if wheat, rye, sesame or lupin is relevant to you.
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g'woon wholegrain crispbread, 125 g
A smaller pack for anyone who wants wholegrain crispbread with pea soup. Check this product’s allergen information if eggs or cereals containing gluten are relevant to you.
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g'woon wholemeal crispbread, 375 g
For anyone looking to add a 375 g pack to their regular stock-up. If a wholegrain variety matters to you, read the ingredients for this Wholemeal variety and check the allergen information too.
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Bolletje Light Crispbread Golden Crisp, 240 g
An option if you’d like this crispbread variety with pea soup. If you’re specifically looking for wholegrain crispbread, check the ingredients. If you have an allergy, also check for wheat, sesame and potentially lupin.
Frequently asked questions
How do I choose the right pack size?
Choose a pack size to suit how often you eat crispbread with pea soup. The packs mentioned here come in different weights, so check the weight in grams on the product you choose.
Does the word wholegrain tell me everything about the nutritional value?
No. Compare the nutrition information for individual products too. Check fibre and salt per 100 g, and read the ingredients if you’re looking for a particular type of grain.
Does crispbread automatically contain baker’s salt?
No. According to the Voedingscentrum, using baker’s salt is not compulsory. If it matters to your choice, check the ingredients on the pack you’ve selected for baker’s salt or iodised salt.
Can I rely on the allergen information for another variety from the same brand?
No. Check the allergen information for the exact variety. For example, Wasa Lightweight product information lists rye and milk, and says that sesame may be present. That doesn’t automatically tell you anything about other Wasa products.