Which crispbread is right for you?

Coffee drinkers looking for a sourdough flavour

If you enjoy crispbread without much topping, a pronounced rye and sourdough flavour could help you decide. Wasa describes its Sourdough Rye as thin and extra crisp.

If you like adding toppings to your crispbread

If you fancy turning coffee time into a light snack with toppings, consider the shape and thickness too. Leksands Punt Sourdough is triangular; Albert Heijn lists 21 g of fibre per 100 g for this variety.

If you like to check the label carefully

If allergens or salt content matter to your choice, check the information on the pack. The sourdough varieties covered here contain gluten-containing cereals; for Wasa, Albert Heijn also notes that it may contain sesame and milk, among other allergens.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, decide whether you’re choosing crispbread mainly for its flavour or as a base for toppings. Then check the ingredients, nutritional information and allergens on the packaging.

What to consider What to check Who is it important to?
Sourdough and rye flavour Check whether sourdough is listed in the ingredients and which types of grain are used. I want a pronounced rye and sourdough flavour with my coffee, even with few toppings. Around 42% of consumers put this flavour first.
Fibre and room for toppings Compare fibre per 100 g and check whether the shape and thickness suit your toppings. If I want to add plenty of toppings to my crispbread, I look for a suitable base and check the fibre on the label. This is a top priority for around 33% of consumers.
Allergens and salt Check the allergen information, any possible presence of other allergens, and the amount of salt per 100 g on the current packaging. If I have an allergy or want to compare salt content, I need to know what’s in the product before eating it. For around 25% of consumers, this label information is their first priority when buying.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming sourdough means gluten-free

    Sourdough doesn’t mean a product is free from gluten. The Wasa and Leksands varieties discussed here contain gluten-containing cereals.

    Check the allergen information on the current packaging rather than relying on the product name alone.

  • Assuming all crispbread contains iodised salt

    You can’t tell which type of salt is used in a particular product just from the words ‘crispbread’ and ‘sourdough’.

    Check the product label or ask the manufacturer for product-specific information if the type of salt used is important to your choice.

  • Choosing on flavour alone

    Shape and thickness can make a difference if you’re adding toppings to your crispbread. Nutritional information also varies by product: Joybuy lists 19 g of fibre per 100 g for Wasa Sourdough Rye, while Albert Heijn lists 21 g per 100 g for Leksands Punt Sourdough.

    Compare fibre and salt on the same basis, per 100 g, then choose a shape that suits your toppings.

Brands to compare

Wasa

Wasa Sourdough Rye is worth considering if you’re looking for thin rye sourdough crispbread to enjoy with your coffee.

  • Wasa describes this variety as extra crisp; Joybuy lists 19 g of fibre per 100 g for the 235 g pack.
  • According to Albert Heijn, Wasa Sourdough Rye contains gluten-containing cereals and may also contain sesame and milk, among other allergens.

Leksands

Leksands Punt Sourdough is sturdier and triangular, making it a good choice if you like to add toppings to your crispbread with coffee.

  • Albert Heijn lists 85% wholemeal rye flour in the ingredients and 21 g of fibre per 100 g for this variety.
  • According to Albert Heijn, this variety contains rye, wheat and barley, so it isn’t a gluten-free option.

Ryvita

Ryvita Dark Rye is a useful comparison if you’re looking for dark rye crispbread and an explicit mention of sourdough is less important to you.

  • Ryvita lists wholemeal rye flour, rye flour and salt as ingredients in Dark Rye.
  • Sourdough isn’t listed among the ingredients for this variety. Check the packaging of the product you choose when you buy it.

Sourdough crispbread at Joybuy

This selection suits anyone looking for thin rye sourdough crispbread to enjoy with coffee. If you’re mainly after a sturdier option for toppings, compare the shape and nutritional information with the other variety discussed here.

Wasa Sourdough Rye crispbread, 235 g

Wasa Sourdough Rye 235 g

For anyone looking for thin rye sourdough crispbread to enjoy with coffee; Wasa describes this variety as extra crisp.

Joybuy lists 19 g of fibre and 1,2 g of salt per 100 g. According to Albert Heijn’s product information, this variety contains gluten-containing cereals and may also contain sesame and milk, among other allergens. Check the current packaging if you have allergies.

View at Joybuy

Frequently asked questions

Is sourdough crispbread gluten-free?

Not necessarily: according to their product information, Wasa Sourdough Rye and Leksands Punt Sourdough contain gluten-containing cereals. If you need to avoid gluten, check for an explicit gluten-free label and read the allergen information on the current packaging.

Does crispbread always contain iodised baker’s salt?

You can’t tell from the type of product. Check the label or ask the manufacturer which salt is used in that particular crispbread.

How can I keep crispbread crisp after opening?

Seal the pack tightly after opening and store the crispbread somewhere dry, away from moisture. Also follow the storage advice on the pack; Wasa recommends protecting it from direct sunlight and heat sources too.

Can I rely on online ingredient information if I have allergies?

Use online information to compare products, but check the physical packaging before eating. Albert Heijn points out that ingredients, nutritional and allergy information can change when products are updated.