Who might be interested in this bread?

Fans of seeds and kernels

You’re looking for seeded bread with extra texture for an Asian-themed evening. Look beyond the name of the bread: PLUS product information for SOMA Waldkorn bread lists sunflower seeds and linseed.

Shoppers looking for a wholemeal rye base

You prioritise wholemeal rye and compare the nutritional information, but seeds aren’t a requirement. TastyBasics describes its rye bread as made with 100% wholemeal rye; the ingredients list doesn’t confirm any added seeds or kernels.

Consumers checking for allergens

You want to know which grains and possible traces are listed on the packaging before serving. Product information for SOMA Waldkorn lists wheat, rye, oats and barley, and possible traces of hazelnut; TastyBasics lists rye and possible traces of, among other things, walnuts and sesame.

What should you look for when choosing?

Start by asking yourself whether seeds are essential for your Asian-themed evening. Then compare the wholemeal base, nutritional information and allergens on the packaging of the bread you want to buy.

What to look for What to check before buying Who it matters to
Seeds and kernels Look for specific seeds or kernels in the ingredients list; the name Waldkorn or multigrain isn’t enough. For extra bite at an Asian-themed evening, I want to know whether the bread really contains seeds. Around 42% of consumers put this question first.
Wholemeal base and nutritional information Check which grains are listed and compare fibre, sugars and salt per 100 g on the current packaging. If I’m mainly looking for wholemeal rye, seeds don’t have to be the deciding factor. This wholemeal base is the first priority for around 33% of consumers.
Grains and allergens Read the ingredients and allergen information, including any statements that a product may contain certain ingredients. When choosing bread for guests, I want to check in advance which grains and possible traces it contains. Around 25% of consumers give this check priority.

Common mistakes

  • Taking a multigrain name as proof that a bread contains seeds

    The product name doesn’t tell you which seeds or kernels have been added. As a result, the bread may not have the texture you were looking for.

    Read the ingredients list: PLUS lists sunflower seeds and linseed for SOMA Waldkorn bread.

  • Assuming rye bread is gluten-free

    Rye contains gluten. The SOMA Waldkorn product reviewed also lists wheat, oats and barley.

    If you need to avoid gluten or other ingredients, check the full allergen information on the current packaging rather than relying on the name rye bread.

  • Treating average nutritional values as product-specific values

    The nutritional values of rye bread can vary from one recipe to another. A general figure therefore won’t tell you how much fibre or salt the bread you serve contains.

    Compare the nutritional information for the specific products per 100 g, especially for fibre, sugars and salt.

  • Choosing the fridge as your usual place to store bread

    According to SOMA Bread, its Waldkorn bread can dry out more quickly in the fridge.

    Follow the storage advice on the packaging. SOMA Bread recommends keeping Waldkorn in a cool, dark place in its original packaging; the brand suggests freezing it on the day of purchase as an alternative.

Brands to consider

Brood van SOMA

The Waldkorn variety is worth considering if you’re looking for bread with clearly listed seeds or kernels for an Asian-themed evening.

  • PLUS product information lists sunflower seeds and linseed, and states that this wheat, rye and multigrain bread contains 4.8 g of fibre per 100 g.
  • The same product information lists wheat, rye, oats and barley, among other ingredients, possible traces of hazelnut, and 0.9 g of salt per 100 g.

TastyBasics

TastyBasics rye bread is an alternative if a wholemeal rye base matters more to you than seeds.

  • TastyBasics describes the product as made with 100% wholemeal rye and states that it contains 5.4 g of fibre per 100 g.
  • The published ingredients list doesn’t confirm any added seeds or kernels. TastyBasics states that the product may contain traces of walnuts, milk, sesame and soya.

Bolletje

Bolletje Fries rye bread offers a wholemeal rye variety to compare if seeds aren’t a requirement.

  • Bolletje describes this variety as made with 100% wholemeal rye.
  • The published ingredients list doesn’t mention seeds or kernels, so don’t choose this variety solely for the seeded bite you’re looking for.

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Frequently asked questions

Does multigrain or Waldkorn rye bread always contain seeds?

No, the name alone doesn’t confirm this. Check the ingredients list: according to PLUS product information, SOMA Waldkorn bread lists sunflower seeds and linseed.

Is seeded rye bread gluten-free?

Don’t assume so: rye contains gluten. Product information for SOMA Waldkorn also lists wheat, oats and barley; check the current allergen information for every product.

How should I store SOMA Waldkorn bread for a dinner party?

Follow the storage advice on the packaging. SOMA Bread recommends keeping Waldkorn in a cool, dark place in its original packaging; according to the brand, storing it in the fridge may make it dry out more quickly.

What should I check on the packaging of rye bread?

At the very least, read the ingredients list, allergen information and nutritional values. According to Your Europe’s information on EU food labelling, these details must be provided for prepacked foods. This helps you check which seeds and grains are listed for the bread in question.