For crispbread snacks with toppings during the autumn half-term, first choose a product whose wholegrain claim and ingredients match what you’re looking for. Then compare the fibre content per 100 g and per slice. Wholegrain rye crispbread is an option if rye and gluten aren’t a concern. If you have allergies, always check the information for the exact product, even when two packs look similar.
If you want to enjoy crispbread as a snack, for breakfast or at lunchtime, you can compare the wholegrain claims and nutritional information. The Dutch Nutrition Centre gives an average of 1.4 g of fibre per 10 g slice of wholegrain crispbread; the value for the product you choose may differ.
For a quick snack with a savoury or sweet topping, size, ingredients and portion size are all practical considerations. A thin variety and a larger slice may not be equally convenient to use.
If rye, gluten or sesame is a concern, check the information on the exact pack. The Wasa Wholegrain described by Jumbo contains rye and gluten; Wasa Thin Rye Wholegrain also contains sesame.
First decide which feature matters most to your household for autumn half-term snacks. Then compare the exact product each time, as size, ingredients and allergens can vary.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who is this most important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Wholegrain and fibre | Look for the wholegrain claim and compare fibre per 100 g and per slice in the nutritional information. | If I’m looking for a wholegrain snack for my household, I want to know how much fibre is in the portion we choose. This combination is the most important consideration for around 36% of consumers. |
| Size and toppings | Check the weight per slice, whether it contains seeds and the storage instructions. | For small snacks with toppings, I want a size that suits the number of slices we eat. Around 29% of consumers prioritise this practical consideration. |
| Family pack | Compare the pack size and number of slices; also check whether you can seal the pack properly after opening. | When several family members are eating it, I want to have enough slices at home without the crispbread going soft after opening. This is the main consideration for around 21% of consumers. |
| Gluten and allergens | Read the ingredients and any statements about what the product contains or may contain; if necessary, check for an explicit gluten-free claim. | If someone in my household needs to avoid gluten or sesame, the information on the exact pack comes before size or fibre content. This check is the top priority for around 14% of consumers. |
Fibre and wholegrain don’t mean the same thing. According to the Dutch Nutrition Centre, a cracker can only be called wholegrain if all the flour used is wholemeal.
Use the wholegrain claim as your first filter, then check the ingredients and nutritional information for the crispbread you’ve chosen.
The Wasa Wholegrain described by Jumbo contains rye and gluten. Wasa Thin Rye Wholegrain also contains sesame, so products with similar brand names don’t necessarily have the same ingredients.
Check the ingredients and allergen statements on the pack again for every variety.
A thinner crispbread doesn’t, by itself, tell you much about the finished snack with toppings: the number of slices and the toppings matter too.
Compare portions as you’d actually serve them, and check whether the seeds in your chosen variety suit your household.
The range includes standard and thin wholegrain rye varieties to compare.
A supermarket own-brand worth considering if a larger pack would be handy for several snack breaks.
Another supermarket own-brand option, with a larger pack of wholegrain crispbread.
A supermarket brand where the exact variety and current availability matter.
These products offer options for snacks with toppings, with descriptions that focus on wholegrain or rye. When choosing, compare the ingredients, nutritional information and allergens for the exact pack.
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An option to consider as a base for snacks with toppings. The pack contains 265 g; check the ingredients and allergens if the precise wholegrain status or sesame content matters to you.
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A variety to compare for smaller snacks with toppings. The pack contains 300 g; check the nutritional information if you want to compare fibre, and check the allergen information if you need to avoid gluten or milk.
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An option if you’re looking for wholegrain crispbread to use as a base for toppings. The pack contains 260 g; compare the fibre content on the label and check the allergen information if rye or gluten is a concern.
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A rye-focused option to consider for snacks with toppings. The pack contains 215 g; check the label to compare fibre and check the allergen information if you need to avoid gluten.
Yes. According to the Dutch Nutrition Centre, the term ‘wholegrain’ can only be used for crackers if all the flour used is wholemeal. A description such as ‘with wholegrain’ doesn’t mean the same thing, so check the ingredients list.
No. The Wasa Wholegrain and Wasa Thin Rye Wholegrain varieties described by Jumbo contain rye and gluten. If you need to avoid gluten, look for an explicit gluten-free claim and check the allergen information on the exact pack; gluten-free doesn’t automatically mean wholegrain.
Follow the instructions on the pack and seal it properly after opening. The Wasa varieties described should be stored in dry conditions; an airtight container can help protect the crispbread from moisture.
