Which sourdough snack is right for you?

If you’re looking for wholegrains and fibre

You want a crunchy snack and look beyond the sourdough label to check the type of grain used and the fibre per 100 g.

If you want something quick to top

You’re looking for a small, ready-to-use base for toppings, without having to slice or toast bread first.

If you prefer fresh sourdough bread

You prefer a bread-like texture to dry toast and can pick up a loaf from the shop before your snack.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether you want a dry, crunchy snack or fresh bread. Then compare the nutritional information and ingredients of products in the form that suits how you’ll use them.

What to consider What to check Who it matters to
Wholegrains and fibre Check the ingredients and compare fibre per 100 g; sourdough doesn’t automatically mean wholegrain. If I mainly want to choose wholegrain and fibre, I want to be able to check this on the label. This is the most important consideration for around 36% of consumers.
Crunchy convenience Check the product type, portion size and storage instructions. For a quick snack with no preparation, I want something crunchy that I can take with me and top straight away. This convenience comes first for around 29% of consumers.
Fresh bread Check whether the bread is available in store and whether the quantity suits when you want to eat it. If I prefer a bread-like texture, I can time my purchase to fit a trip to the shop. Freshness and that texture are the main priorities for around 21% of consumers.
Label information Read the current allergen information, compare salt per 100 g and check which type of salt was used if you want to know. When ingredients or allergens influence my choice, I don’t want to rely on the product name. Checking the label is the top priority for around 14% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming sourdough means wholegrain

    The products reviewed vary in fibre content. Jumbo lists 21 g of fibre per 100 g for Leksands Sourdough Crispbread and 19 g for Wasa Sourdough Rye; Melba Rustic Dark lists 4.8 g per 100 g. So the way a product is made doesn’t tell you how much fibre it contains.

    Check the ingredients and compare the fibre per 100 g before choosing based on form and flavour.

  • Judging the salt content by the size of a piece of toast

    Albert Heijn lists 1.9 g of salt per 100 g for Jos Poell Sourdough Toast. Jumbo lists 1.2 g per 100 g for each of the Wasa and Leksands crispbread products reviewed. A small size won’t show you this difference.

    Compare salt per 100 g and also consider how much you’ll actually eat as a snack.

  • Confusing sourdough with gluten-free

    The sourdough options reviewed contain cereals that contain gluten. Other allergens or possible traces also vary by product.

    If you have an allergy or coeliac disease, check the current allergen information on the packaging. Don’t judge whether a product is suitable based on the word ‘sourdough’.

  • Assuming every sourdough product contains baker’s salt

    According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bakers aren’t required to use baker’s salt. So you can’t tell which salt has been used from the words bread, toast or sourdough.

    For packaged products, check the ingredients for baker’s salt or iodised salt. For unpackaged bread, ask the baker which salt was used.

Brands to consider

These examples show how much sourdough products can vary as a morning snack. The properties mentioned apply to the specific products, not to every product from each brand.

Wasa

Sourdough rye crispbread as a dry, crunchy base for snacks.

  • For Wasa Sourdough Rye, Jumbo lists wholegrain rye and 19 g of fibre per 100 g.
  • The product contains cereals that contain gluten; Jumbo lists 1.2 g of salt per 100 g.

Leksands

Wholegrain sourdough crispbread for anyone looking for a hearty cracker.

  • For the variant reviewed, Jumbo lists 100% wholegrain and 21 g of fibre per 100 g.
  • It’s crispbread, not a small piece of toast; the variant reviewed contains rye, wheat and barley.

Jos Poell

A small piece of toast with sourdough in the ingredients.

  • The Sourdough Toast described by Albert Heijn contains, among other ingredients, wheat sourdough powder.
  • Albert Heijn lists 1.9 g of salt per 100 g. The product contains cereals that contain gluten and may contain traces of egg, milk, soya and sesame.

Melba / Van der Meulen

Ultra-thin toast for anyone looking for a small, crunchy base for toppings.

  • Van der Meulen describes Melba Rustic Dark as made with sourdough and baked twice.
  • The variant reviewed lists 4.8 g of fibre per 100 g and contains wheat, barley and soya.

Jumbo

Fresh sourdough bread as an alternative to packaged toast or crispbread.

  • Jumbo describes its sourdough breads as made with fresh sourdough starter and left to rise for more than 24 hours.
  • According to Jumbo, these loaves are baked in store and aren’t available to order online.

Sourdough crispbread at Joybuy

This crispbread suits anyone looking for a dry, crunchy sourdough snack. If you prefer ultra-thin toast or fresh bread, you’ll be choosing a different product type.

Wasa Sourdough Rye Crispbread 235 g

Wasa Sourdough Rye Crispbread 235 g

A crunchy base for a snack with toppings, with no need to slice or toast bread.

The product information for Wasa Sourdough Rye lists wholegrain rye, 19 g of fibre and 1.2 g of salt per 100 g. The product contains cereals that contain gluten; if you have an allergy, check the current packaging.

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Frequently asked questions

Is sourdough toast automatically wholegrain?

No. Sourdough doesn’t automatically tell you how much wholemeal flour or fibre a piece of toast contains. Check the ingredients and compare the fibre per 100 g if these details are important to your choice.

How should I store crispbread for later in the morning?

Follow the storage instructions on the packaging and seal an opened pack tightly. For Wasa Sourdough Rye, Jumbo recommends storing it in a cool, dry place, away from sunlight, heat and moisture.

Is sourdough toast suitable if I need to avoid gluten?

Don’t assume so: the sourdough products reviewed contain cereals that contain gluten. Check the current allergen information for the specific product; the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority points out that allergens must be listed on the label.

Does every Dutch sourdough product contain iodised baker’s salt?

No, you can’t tell from the product name. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bakers aren’t required to use baker’s salt. For packaged products, check the ingredients list, or ask which salt was used for unpackaged bread.