Who is this relevant to?

Students comparing fibre content

You’re looking for wholegrain crispbread for breakfast or lunch and want to compare the fibre per 100 g, rather than judging by its colour or packaging.

Students stocking up

You want a pack that fits in your own or shared kitchen cupboard. Pack size and storage advice are just as useful to check as the nutritional information.

Shoppers who read labels carefully

You may need to consider certain ingredients or allergens, or want to know what to look for if crispbread is replacing some of the bread you usually eat.

What should you look for when choosing?

Start with the wholegrain label, then compare the nutritional information. Next, choose a pack size that suits how much you’ll eat, and check the ingredients and allergen information.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Wholegrain and fibre Look for the wholegrain label and compare the fibre per 100 g on the label. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, for crispbreads, wholegrain means a product made from 100% wholemeal flour. I want to choose crispbread for breakfast or lunch based on the type of grain and the stated fibre content. This is the deciding factor for around 42% of consumers.
Pack size and storage Check the pack size in grams and the storage advice. Consider whether you can keep the pack dry and sealed after opening. In student accommodation, I want a supply that I can actually finish and store somewhere dry. For roughly 33% of consumers, this practical approach to stocking up comes first.
Ingredients and nutritional information Read the current allergen information and compare the salt per 100 g. If you’re replacing a lot of bread, don’t assess your iodine intake based on crispbread alone. If I need to avoid certain ingredients or eat much less bread, I want to know what the pack says and what else I eat. For around 25% of consumers, this check is their main concern.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a dark-coloured cracker is wholegrain

    Colour, seeds or the term ‘multigrain’ don’t mean the same thing as a wholegrain label. For crispbreads, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre links this label to products made from 100% wholemeal flour.

    Check that the pack says wholegrain, then read the nutrition table.

  • Comparing only the fibre content

    Jumbo lists 21 g of fibre for Wasa Dun Rogge Volkoren, but also 1.0 g of salt per 100 g. The product information also lists rye, gluten and sesame.

    Compare nutritional values on the same 100 g basis, and check the current ingredients and allergen information before buying.

  • Assuming crispbread automatically replaces the iodine in bread

    According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bread made with iodised baker’s salt is an important source of iodine in the Netherlands, but not all bread is made with baker’s salt. The name crispbread also tells you nothing about how much iodine a product provides.

    If you eat significantly less bread, consider your overall diet rather than assuming you’ll get a similar amount of iodine.

  • Buying a large pack without somewhere to store it

    A multipack is less practical if you can’t protect the crispbread from moisture after opening.

    Check the storage advice on the pack and make sure you can seal it properly.

Brands to consider

Wasa

A brand to consider if you’re specifically looking for wholegrain rye crispbread, including Wasa Dun Rogge Volkoren.

  • Jumbo lists 21 g of fibre per 100 g for Wasa Dun Rogge Volkoren.
  • The same product information lists 1.0 g of salt per 100 g and names rye, gluten and sesame. If you have an allergy, check the current pack.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn’s own brand has a 375 g pack of wholegrain crispbread.

  • Albert Heijn lists 12 g of fibre and 0.7 g of salt per 100 g for AH Knäckebröd volkoren.
  • The product information lists cereals containing gluten and sesame. Check the current pack if the ingredients or allergens are important to your choice.

Jumbo

Jumbo’s own brand has a 375 g pack of wholegrain crispbread.

  • Jumbo lists 10.9 g of fibre and 0.71 g of salt per 100 g for this variety.
  • The ingredients include wholemeal wheat and rye flour. Check the full allergen information on the pack.

Lidl

Lidl lists a 250 g pack of wholegrain crispbread for in-store purchase.

  • The 250 g pack gives you a different size to compare with larger packs.
  • Before comparing this variety with other products, check the fibre and salt content and the allergen information on the pack.

ALDI

ALDI lists Goud Gebakken Volkoren Knäckebröd in a 375 g pack, as well as a wholegrain variety with seeds.

  • For the standard variety, ALDI lists 25 pieces, weighing 375 g in total.
  • Compare the nutritional values, ingredients and allergens for your chosen variety on the current pack.

Crispbread at Joybuy

These products are options to consider when choosing crispbread for your student supplies. Check the wholegrain label, nutritional information and ingredients on each pack. A brand name or similar product name doesn’t mean that different varieties are interchangeable.

Bolletje wholegrain crispbread, 265 g pack

Bolletje wholegrain crispbread 265 g

An option if you’re looking for a pack of wholegrain crispbread for breakfast or lunch.

Pack size: 265 g. Check the nutritional information on the current pack to compare fibre and salt, and read the ingredients if you have an allergy.

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Wasa Sourdough Rye Crackers, 235 g pack

Wasa Sourdough Rye Crackers 235 g

An option if you’re considering adding sourdough rye crispbread to your supplies.

Pack size: 235 g. Check the current pack to see whether this variety meets your wholegrain preference and any ingredient requirements.

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Wasa Lightweight Crackers, 300 g pack

Wasa Lightweight Crackers 300 g

An option if you’re looking for a 300 g pack to add to your crispbread supplies.

Before comparing this variety with others, check the wholegrain label, fibre per 100 g and allergen information on the current pack.

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Frequently asked questions

What does wholegrain mean on a pack of crispbread?

According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, for crispbreads, the wholegrain label means a product made from 100% wholemeal flour. Also check the fibre, salt, ingredients and allergens separately: the label doesn’t give you the full picture.

How do I compare the fibre in different types of crispbread?

Compare the stated fibre per 100 g on the current packs. Jumbo lists 21 g per 100 g for Wasa Dun Rogge Volkoren and 10.9 g for Jumbo Knäckebröd Volkoren. Albert Heijn lists 14 g for Bolletje Volkoren knäckebröd vezelrijk and 12 g for AH Knäckebröd volkoren. These values apply to those specific varieties.

Does crispbread provide as much iodine as bread?

You can’t tell from the product type alone. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bread made with iodised baker’s salt is an important source of iodine in the Netherlands, although baker’s salt isn’t used in all bread. If crispbread is replacing a lot of bread, check the product information and consider your overall diet.

How should I store an opened pack of crispbread?

Store crispbread somewhere dry and seal the pack well after opening. Also follow the specific storage advice and date on the pack, especially if you’re buying a larger supply.

What should I look for if I need to avoid gluten or sesame?

Check the current ingredients and allergen information for every variety; wholegrain doesn’t mean allergen-free. The product information for Wasa Dun Rogge Volkoren lists rye, gluten and sesame, while the AH and Bolletje varieties reviewed also list cereals containing gluten and sesame.