Pupils who want white bread with seeds
For pupils who enjoy a slice of white bread but would also like seeds in it. Check the ingredients in your chosen variety rather than relying on the ‘multiseed’ name alone.
Who might this option suit?
Parents comparing types of bread
If you’re choosing bread for everyday lunches and are mainly considering the type of bread and its fibre content, you can compare white multiseed bread with wholemeal or brown bread. The Voedingscentrum recommends replacing white bread with these types as often as possible.
Families who need to check allergens
For the white multiseed breads reviewed, Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS list ingredients containing gluten, among other things. Other allergens and ‘may contain’ statements also vary by product. Check the current label and ask about the school’s rules.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start by thinking about whether white bread is important to the pupil. Then compare the type of bread and the label before deciding what to buy for the school week.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
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| Type of bread and fibre | Check whether the bread is white, brown or wholemeal, and compare the fibre per 100 g on the label. | If bread goes to school every day, I don’t want to choose between white and wholemeal based on the seeds alone. Around 33% of consumers put the type of bread and its fibre content first when making this choice. |
| Allergens and school rules | Read the ingredients, allergen information and ‘may contain’ statements; ask about the school’s rules. | If an ingredient needs to be avoided or the school has rules about food, the lunch needs to comply. For around 27% of consumers, checking this is the top priority. |
| White bread with seeds | Check the type of bread and which seeds are in your chosen variety. | A pupil who prefers white bread may want seeds in their sandwich but not a different type of bread. This preference comes first for around 20% of consumers. |
| Planning for the week | Check local availability and follow the storage instructions on the packaging. | When planning for a school week, I want to be able to buy and store bread without having to make an extra trip to the shops. Around 20% of consumers give this practical consideration top priority. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming ‘multiseed’ means ‘wholemeal’
The name doesn’t tell you whether a loaf is made with wholemeal flour. The Voedingscentrum recommends replacing white bread with wholemeal or brown bread as often as possible.
Check the type of bread and compare the fibre per 100 g if that difference matters to you.
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Checking for gluten and nothing else
For the white multiseed breads described by Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS, the allergen information varies, including for sesame, soya and other possible allergens.
Check the full ingredients and allergen information on the packaging every time you buy, including any ‘may contain’ statements. Also ask what the school’s rules are for that lunch.
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Assuming it will be available at every store
A loaf shown online may not be available at the shop where you do your weekly shopping.
Check local availability before basing your lunch plans on a particular variety.
Otherwise, you may need to make an extra trip to the shops.
Brands to consider
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn describes AH Les Pains Triomphe half as white multiseed bread.
- The product information lists sunflower seeds, linseeds and pumpkin seeds, with 4,2 g fibre and 0,65 g salt per 100 g.
- Check the current label for ingredients containing gluten, soya and possible traces of milk or sesame, among other things.
Jumbo
Jumbo describes both Boeren Licht Meerzaden and Rond Spelt Wit as white bread with seeds.
- Jumbo lists 2,9 g fibre and 1,02 g salt per 100 g for Boeren Licht Meerzaden; Rond Spelt Wit contains 4,5 g fibre and 1,06 g salt per 100 g.
- Ingredients and allergens vary by variety. Check the label on the loaf you’re actually buying.
PLUS
PLUS describes Korenlanders Rustiek Vloerbrood Wit Meerzaden as white multiseed bread.
- The product information lists 3,2 g fibre and 1,09 g salt per 100 g.
- According to PLUS, the bread contains wheat and sesame and may contain other allergens. Also check whether it’s available at your local store.
ALDI
ALDI’s fresh bread range includes white bread and sunflower seed bread, among other options.
- The range gives you the opportunity to compare breads with and without seeds in store.
- For any specific variety, check the type of bread, ingredients, nutritional information and allergens on the label.
Dirk
Dirk’s bread range includes white bread as well as multiseed and multigrain bread, among other options.
- This makes it easy to look at different types of bread while you’re shopping.
- Multiseed bread isn’t necessarily white bread, so check the variety you choose and its label.
A bread option on Joybuy
These multigrain baguettes are a bread option to consider if you’re open to something other than white seeded bread for a school lunch. Compare the ingredients and nutritional information on the packaging with the white bread the pupil enjoys.
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g'woon Popular Multigrain Baguettes, 2 pieces, 300 g
A multigrain baguette to consider if white bread isn’t essential for lunch.
The pack contains 2 pieces and weighs 300 g. Before packing, check the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information on the packaging.
Frequently asked questions
Is seeded white bread the same as wholemeal bread?
No. Adding seeds to white bread doesn’t automatically make it wholemeal. The Voedingscentrum recommends replacing white bread with wholemeal or brown bread as often as possible, so check the type of bread and compare the fibre on the label.
Can you pack white multiseed bread for school if there are rules about allergens?
That depends on the bread you choose and the specific school rules. Check the ingredients, allergen information and ‘may contain’ statements on the current packaging, and ask the school what rules apply to lunch.
Is white multiseed bread containing wheat gluten-free?
No. Bread containing wheat isn’t gluten-free. If gluten needs to be avoided, don’t assume that a bread is suitable just because it contains seeds; check the labelling and ingredients of the specific product.
How should you store bread bought for school lunches?
Follow the storage instructions for the bread you’ve chosen. For the products reviewed, Albert Heijn and Jumbo recommend storing them in a dry place; selected varieties can also be frozen on the day of purchase. Check the packaging for your variety to see if this applies.