Who is this comparison for?

Fibre-conscious toast lovers

You’re looking for toast that is clearly labelled as wholemeal. So you check for the ‘wholemeal’ label and compare fibre per 100 g, rather than going by the colour or a picture of grains.

Shoppers looking for organic toast

You want to verify the organic label by checking the EU organic logo, inspection code and country-of-origin statement. Then check separately whether the toast is also wholemeal.

Label readers keeping an eye on allergens or salt

You compare ingredients and nutritional information because wheat, sesame, soya or salt matters to your choice. Always check the details for the specific variety you’re buying.

What should you look for?

Check whether a product is wholemeal and organic separately. Then compare the nutritional information and ingredients of the toast that meets your main requirement.

What to consider What should you check? Who is this important to?
Organic label Check the EU organic logo, inspection code and country-of-origin statement on the packaging. Check separately whether it is wholemeal. If the production method is my priority, I want to be able to verify the organic label on the packaging. For around 36% of consumers, this is their first concern.
Wholemeal and fibre Look for the ‘wholemeal’ label and compare fibre per 100 g in the nutrition table. When choosing toast, I mainly want to know whether the grain ingredient is wholemeal and how the fibre values compare. This is the most important consideration for around 36% of consumers.
Allergens and salt Read the latest allergen information and compare salt per 100 g. Remember to consider what you’ll serve on the toast, too. If I need to avoid an allergen or keep an eye on salt, the ingredients in the variety I choose will determine my decision. Around 21% of consumers put this first.
Availability Check with the retailer that the variety you want is available and that the product information shown matches the packaging. I want to choose a variety I can actually buy, rather than relying on an outdated product listing. Availability is the deciding factor for around 7% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming organic means wholemeal

    An organic logo doesn’t mean the toast is wholemeal. Jumbo lists Van der Meulen Melba Biologische Toast Sesam as containing 4,9 g of fibre per 100 g; the product listing does not label this variety as wholemeal.

    Check for the organic logo and the ‘wholemeal’ label separately. Then look at the nutrition table if fibre is important to you.

  • Assuming it contains iodised baker’s salt

    Not all toast has to be made with iodised baker’s salt. The Nederlands Bakkerij Centrum outlines its use in an agreement; the name or origin of a toast product won’t tell you which salt that particular variety contains.

    If the type of salt matters to you, read the ingredients list rather than assuming all toast contains the same salt.

  • Focusing only on fibre

    The fibre value tells you nothing about the allergens or salt content of the same variety. The toast products discussed differ in their ingredients and nutritional information.

    Read the current packaging in full, especially the allergen information and salt content per 100 g.

  • Relying on an old product listing when buying

    A product page may remain online even if availability or ingredients have changed. For example, an earlier listing for Jos Poell Volkoren toast at Albert Heijn said the product had been discontinued.

    Check availability just before buying and compare the ingredients and nutritional information with the packaging.

Brands compared

These brands offer useful points of comparison between product varieties. A quality of one variety does not automatically apply to the whole range.

Van der Meulen Melba

Jumbo’s product listings let you compare a wholemeal toast with an organic sesame toast.

  • Melba Volkoren Toast is labelled as wholemeal and lists 9,7 g of fibre per 100 g. Melba Biologische Toast Sesam displays the EU organic logo and inspection code NL-BIO-01.
  • The organic sesame variety is not labelled as wholemeal and lists 4,9 g of fibre per 100 g. The wholemeal variety discussed does not carry an organic label.

Jos Poell

Jos Poell Volkoren toast is worth comparing if wholemeal and fibre are your priorities.

  • The Albert Heijn product listing names wholemeal flour and 10 g of fibre per 100 g.
  • The listing consulted said this toast had been discontinued and did not include an organic label. Check current availability before counting on it.

Albert Heijn

AH Biologisch Melba toast met sesamzaadjes is a supermarket own-brand option to consider if you’re looking for organic toast.

  • Albert Heijn has a product listing for this organic sesame toast.
  • Check the current packaging separately for wholemeal status, allergens and nutritional information before comparing it with other toast.

Bolletje

Bolletje Volkoren Knäckebröd is only relevant if you’re also considering crispbread instead of small toast slices.

  • According to Bolletje, this crispbread variety is made with 100% wholegrain cereals.
  • Crispbread is a different product category, with a different shape and serving size from small toast slices. What’s more, the wholemeal label says nothing about whether it is organic.

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Frequently asked questions

Is organic toast automatically wholemeal?

No. Organic and wholemeal describe different qualities. Van der Meulen Melba Biologische Toast Sesam, listed by Jumbo, carries an organic logo but is not labelled as wholemeal, and its first ingredient is wheat flour. So if you’re looking for both qualities, check for each separately.

How can I check the organic label on packaged toast?

Look for the EU organic logo, inspection code and country-of-origin statement on the packaging. Skal Biocontrole says the logo is compulsory on pre-packed organic consumer products in the EU. It doesn’t tell you whether the toast is also wholemeal.

Does Dutch toast always contain iodised baker’s salt?

No, don’t assume it does without checking. The Nederlands Bakkerij Centrum outlines the use of iodised baker’s salt in an agreement; read the ingredients list for the specific toast if the type of salt matters to your choice.

Which allergens should I check when comparing these toast products?

Always read the allergen information on the current packaging, even if you’re buying a variety you know well. The Melba varieties discussed list wheat, sesame and soya among their ingredients; the organic sesame variety also mentions the possible presence of milk. According to the Voedingscentrum, common allergens must be clearly stated on the label.

How should I store toast after opening?

Follow the storage instructions on the packaging for the variety you’ve chosen. The product listings discussed recommend storing it in a cool, dry place. Seal the packaging securely after use and follow the stated best-before information.