If you want a wholemeal base
You’re looking for genuinely wholemeal bread for Mother’s Day, not just a loaf that looks dark or contains several grains. Check the label on the bread, then look at its nutritional information.
Who is this choice relevant to?
If you want seeds on the table
You want bread with a different texture for breakfast or lunch. Check which seeds are listed in the ingredients, and separately confirm that the bread is wholemeal.
If you need to consider allergens
You’re serving bread to guests for whom certain ingredients matter. Read the allergen statement for the bread you choose; similar-sounding breads can contain different ingredients and carry different warnings.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start with the wholemeal labelling, then choose the seeds you want. Before serving, check the label for information that matters to your guests.
| What to look for | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Wholemeal and fibre | Look for an explicit wholemeal label and compare the stated fibre content on a like-for-like basis, such as per 100 g. | If I mainly want to serve wholemeal bread, I don’t rely on a dark colour or a multigrain name alone. For around 45% of consumers, wholemeal is the top priority. |
| Seeds | Check which seeds are listed in the ingredients; confirm separately that the bread is wholemeal. | For my Mother’s Day table, I want bread where the seeds give it its texture. Around 33% of consumers prioritise texture above all else. |
| Label information | Check the latest allergen statement and, where relevant, the salt content and whether baker’s salt is listed. | When I need to consider what my guests can eat, the label matters more than the bread’s appearance. This information is the top priority for around 22% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming multigrain means wholemeal
Bread made with several grains or topped with visible seeds doesn’t have to be made with wholemeal flour. According to the Voedingscentrum, multigrain bread is often made with white flour.
First look for the wholemeal label on the specific loaf, then choose the seeds and texture you want.
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Only looking at the seeds on the crust
The outside of a loaf won’t tell you which allergens it contains. Albert Heijn lists nuts and milk among the ingredients in its wholemeal muesli and nut bread, and warns that it may contain sesame.
Before serving, check the latest ingredients, allergen information and any warnings on the packaging.
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Assuming all bread contains baker’s salt
According to the Voedingscentrum, bread doesn’t have to be baked with baker’s salt. The name of the bread won’t tell you whether it is.
If iodised baker’s salt matters to your choice, check the information on the label.
Brands with relevant bread information
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn describes several wholemeal breads, including a seeded farmhouse wholemeal loaf and a separate muesli and nut bread.
- Albert Heijn states that AH Boeren volkoren heel contains 2,7% sunflower seeds and 2,1% linseed.
- The allergen information for the separate muesli and nut bread doesn’t apply to every Albert Heijn loaf; check the packaging of the product you choose.
Jumbo
Jumbo describes wholemeal breads containing a range of seeds.
- Jumbo lists oat flakes, linseed, sesame seeds and sunflower seeds in Rond Korn Volkoren.
- These ingredients relate to this particular loaf, not the whole range. Check the product you choose for allergen and nutritional information.
ALDI
ALDI describes a farmhouse wholemeal multigrain bread made with grains and seeds.
- This loaf is described as both wholemeal and multigrain, with seeds.
- Information about a separate extra-high-fibre wholemeal loaf doesn’t automatically apply to the multigrain bread.
PLUS
PLUS provides product information for wholemeal bread, including nutritional values and allergens.
- For PLUS Boeren volkoren heel, PLUS lists 6,7 g of fibre and 1,03 g of salt per 100 g.
- If you want seeds, check the ingredients of the specific PLUS loaf.
Dirk
Dirk provides information about wholemeal floor bread and a separate wholemeal loaf with extra fibre.
- The product names make it easier to identify standard wholemeal options.
- If you’re choosing bread for your Mother’s Day table, check separately whether it contains the seeds you want.
Multigrain bread for your Mother’s Day table
This round multigrain loaf is an option if you’re looking for bread for a Mother’s Day breakfast or lunch. If you specifically need wholemeal bread with particular seeds, check both details on the packaging.
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Lekhaven Bakkerij Multigrain Country Bread Round, 550 g
A round multigrain loaf to consider for your breakfast or lunch table. Before buying, check whether the packaging lists wholemeal flour and the seeds you want, and read the latest allergen information and preparation instructions.
Frequently asked questions
Is multigrain bread with seeds automatically wholemeal?
No. The word ‘multigrain’ doesn’t confirm that bread is wholemeal. The Voedingscentrum says that multigrain bread is often made with white flour, so look for an explicit wholemeal label on the bread you choose.
How much fibre is in wholemeal bread with seeds?
The Voedingscentrum gives an average of 2,8 g of fibre per 35 g slice of wholemeal bread with seeds. For a specific loaf, check the nutritional information on the packaging. Make sure you’re not comparing values per slice directly with values per 100 g.
Is all bread baked with iodised baker’s salt?
No. According to the Voedingscentrum, it isn’t compulsory to use baker’s salt when baking bread. Check the label of the loaf you choose if this matters to your purchasing decision.
What should I check if a guest has a food allergy?
Read the latest allergen statement and warnings for the exact loaf you want to serve. Ingredients vary between products: PLUS lists wheat, barley and soya among the ingredients in its Boeren volkoren heel, while Albert Heijn also lists nuts and milk in its wholemeal muesli and nut bread.