Rye and sourdough fans
You’re looking for crispbread that clearly lists sourdough in its ingredients. Leksands lists 3.8% rye sourdough; the description of its flavour as rustic comes from Leksands itself.
Who is this choice for?
Shoppers planning a weekly stock-up
You regularly add crispbread to your weekly shop, so you compare pack weights and nutritional information. The Leksands and Wasa packs reviewed weigh 200 g and 235 g respectively.
Shoppers who read labels closely
You want to check gluten-containing cereals, any warnings about other allergens and the salt content before buying. Albert Heijn and Jumbo’s product information lists 1.2 g of salt per 100 g for both sourdough varieties reviewed.
What should you look for when choosing?
If sourdough is your main priority, start with the ingredients. Then compare the nutritional values per 100 g and choose a pack size that suits how much your household gets through.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
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| Sourdough | Look for sourdough in the ingredients list; Albert Heijn lists 3.8% rye sourdough for Leksands. | If I’m choosing rye sourdough in particular, I want to know that it really is an ingredient in the crispbread. For around 36% of consumers, choosing sourdough comes first. |
| Wholegrain and fibre | Compare fibre per 100 g and check which wholegrains have been used. Albert Heijn lists 21 g of fibre per 100 g for Leksands and 19 g for Wasa. | If you add the same crispbread to your weekly shop regularly, you’ll want to compare the fibre content across packs. For around 29% of consumers, this is the main reason for buying. |
| Pack weight | Compare the weight with how much your household gets through: the Leksands pack reviewed contains 200 g, while the Wasa pack contains 235 g. | I want to have enough in the cupboard without automatically choosing a bigger pack than I’ll use. Pack size matters most to around 21% of consumers. |
| Allergens and salt | Read the latest allergen information, including ‘may contain’ warnings, and compare salt per 100 g. Both varieties reviewed list 1.2 g of salt per 100 g. | If I need to avoid certain ingredients or keep an eye on salt, the label comes before flavour and pack size. For around 14% of consumers, this is the first thing they check. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming sourdough means gluten-free
Sourdough doesn’t mean the grains used are gluten-free. Albert Heijn’s product information lists rye, wheat and barley for Leksands; Jumbo lists rye and barley for Wasa.
Check the latest ingredients and allergen information for the specific pack. Don’t assume a particular fibre or salt content based on the word ‘sourdough’ either.
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Assuming every pack contains iodised baker’s salt
The Dutch product category doesn’t tell you which salt has been used in an individual pack of crispbread. The product’s country of origin doesn’t tell you that either.
If iodine content matters to your choice, check the latest product information or ask the manufacturer.
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Assuming ordinary rye crispbread is a sourdough variety
Wholegrain rye and sourdough are different product features. So a reference to wholegrain rye alone doesn’t confirm that a crispbread contains sourdough.
First decide whether sourdough is a must-have, then compare the ingredients of the products that meet your requirements.
Brands to compare
Leksands
The sourdough variety reviewed is a 200 g pack of rye crispbread. According to Albert Heijn’s product information, it contains 3.8% rye sourdough.
- Albert Heijn lists 21 g of fibre per 100 g for this variety.
- The ingredients include rye, wheat and barley. The ‘rustic’ flavour description comes from Leksands itself; it isn’t an independent taste assessment.
Wasa
Wasa Sourdough Rye is the 235 g variety reviewed, made with wholegrain rye and rye sourdough.
- Albert Heijn lists 19 g of fibre per 100 g for this variety.
- According to Jumbo, the product contains rye and barley and may also contain milk, sesame, soya, mustard and lupin, among other allergens. Check the latest packaging if you have an allergy.
Ryvita
Ryvita is included here as a brand to compare for rye crispbread. Ryvita Dark Rye’s ingredients list wholemeal rye flour, rye flour and salt.
- The official product information clearly lists the ingredients in Dark Rye.
- Based on that ingredients list, Dark Rye isn’t a suitable choice if you require sourdough to be listed as an ingredient; assess other varieties separately.
Sourdough crispbread on Joybuy
This selection focuses on Wasa Sourdough Rye in a 235 g pack. Compare the ingredients and nutritional information on this pack with what you’re looking for in your weekly shop.
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Wasa Sourdough Rye 235 g
An option for your weekly shop if you’re looking for crispbread that clearly lists rye sourdough.
Albert Heijn’s product information for Wasa Sourdough Rye lists 100% wholegrain rye, 19 g of fibre and 1.2 g of salt per 100 g.
According to Jumbo’s product information, this variety contains rye and barley and may also contain milk and sesame, among other allergens. Check the latest packaging if you have any allergies.
Frequently asked questions
Is sourdough crispbread gluten-free?
No, sourdough doesn’t automatically make crispbread gluten-free. According to Albert Heijn’s product information, the Leksands variety reviewed contains rye, wheat and barley; Jumbo lists rye and barley for Wasa Sourdough Rye. Check the latest allergen information on the pack you’re buying.
Does crispbread always contain iodised baker’s salt?
You can’t tell from the product category. If iodine content matters to your purchase, check the ingredients and product information for the specific crispbread or ask the manufacturer.
How should I store crispbread after my weekly shop?
Follow the storage advice on the packaging. Albert Heijn’s product information recommends keeping Leksands in a cool, dry place away from light, and Wasa in a cool, dry place. Seal an opened pack tightly to keep the crispbread crunchy.
Which of these two sourdough products contains less salt?
Neither has a lower salt content per 100 g according to the product information reviewed: Albert Heijn lists 1.2 g of salt per 100 g for both Leksands and Wasa. When comparing nutritional information, also consider how much crispbread you eat at a time.