If you want your crispbread to stand out on a Christmas party platter, the triangular Leksands variety could be a good choice. For individual topped crispbreads, Wasa Sourdough Rye comes in a 235 g pack containing around 19 pieces, according to Albert Heijn. Both products reviewed contain rye and gluten-containing cereals. If any guests have relevant allergies, be sure to check the latest information on the packaging too.
If your crispbreads will be on display among the topped nibbles, their shape may be a factor. Albert Heijn describes Leksands as triangular, while the Wasa pack contains around 19 individual crispbreads according to the product information.
The word sourdough doesn't tell you which grains a crispbread contains. Both the Leksands and Wasa varieties reviewed are described as 100% wholegrain and list rye sourdough. Also compare the ingredients and nutritional information per 100 g.
Both products reviewed contain rye and gluten-containing cereals. Wasa also lists other possible allergens. Check the latest label before choosing a crispbread for a guest with a relevant allergy.
First decide how you want to serve the crispbread, then check that the ingredients are suitable for your guests. The pack size and number of pieces can then help you plan your nibbles.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it's important for |
|---|---|---|
| Presentation and toppings | Check the shape and look for sourdough in the ingredients. Think about whether you want to top whole crispbreads or smaller pieces. | If my crispbreads are on display on a party platter, I want their shape to work well with the nibbles. Around 40% of consumers prioritise presentation and the base for their toppings. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Check the types of grain, nutritional information and allergen statement on the latest label, including any ‘may contain’ warnings. | For guests with a relevant allergy, I want to know which grains and other allergens are listed on the pack before serving. This is the top concern for around 30% of consumers. |
| Portions and storage | Compare the pack weight and, if stated, the number of pieces. Plan how to keep an opened pack well sealed and dry. | I want to be able to make enough individual nibbles without leaving an opened pack unprotected. Portions and storage are the top priorities for around 30% of consumers. |
The Leksands and Wasa varieties reviewed contain rye and gluten-containing cereals. Sourdough doesn't change that.
Check the latest label for every guest with a relevant allergy, and choose a separately checked alternative if needed.
According to the Voedingscentrum, bakers aren't required to use bakers' salt. So the word sourdough doesn't tell you whether iodised bakers' salt has been used in this crispbread.
If this information matters to you, check the ingredients list or ask the manufacturer.
A weight in grams doesn't tell you how many individual crispbreads you can top. For the 235 g Wasa pack reviewed, Albert Heijn lists around 19 pieces.
Decide how many topped nibbles you want to serve and use any stated piece count alongside the pack weight.
How you store crispbread once the pack has been opened matters if you want to serve more later. The Voedingscentrum advises storing an opened pack in a cool, dry, dark place and keeping it well sealed.
Take only the crispbreads you need from the pack, and add moist toppings shortly before serving.
The sourdough variety reviewed is a triangular crispbread that can be displayed on a party platter.
The Wasa Sourdough Rye variety reviewed is a good option if you want to top individual crispbreads and estimate the number of pieces in advance.
This Wasa variety is a good fit if you want to top individual crispbreads with rye sourdough for Christmas dinner. It doesn't replace the triangular Leksands variety if you're choosing crispbread to display on a party platter.
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For individual topped crispbreads on a Christmas party platter. The ingredients list wholegrain rye and rye sourdough; Albert Heijn says this 235 g variety contains around 19 pieces.
The product information lists 19 g of fibre per 100 g. The product contains rye and gluten-containing cereals. Before buying, check the latest allergen information on the pack, including details of any other possible allergens.
The Leksands and Wasa varieties reviewed aren't gluten-free: both contain rye and gluten-containing cereals. If guests need to avoid gluten, always check the label of the product you're actually serving.
No. According to the Voedingscentrum, bakers aren't required to use bakers' salt. You can't tell whether it's been used from the words crispbread or sourdough; check the label or ask the manufacturer.
Store an opened pack in a cool, dry, dark place and keep it well sealed, as advised by the Voedingscentrum. For an unopened pack, check the best-before date and storage instructions on the packaging; add moist toppings shortly before serving.
Check that you've chosen the 235 g pack you want, and read the latest allergen information on the pack before serving. When ordering, also check the product page for current availability and delivery information.
