Who is this choice relevant to?

If you’re looking for a chocolate coating

You want to hand out chocolate-coated taaitaai at the Sinterklaas arrival parade, rather than just plain taaitaai shaped into figures. Jumbo lists Taai Taai Melkchocolade 250 g for this purpose.

If you’re keeping an eye on quantity

You’re handing out treats to several visitors and want to compare the net weight before deciding how many packs you’ll need. Albert Heijn lists plain taaitaai in a 350 g pack; ALDI and PLUS list plain varieties in 500 g packs.

If you need to check allergens

You’re handing out treats to a group where allergens may be a concern. Read the information on the exact pack you’re handing out: the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) explains which allergens must be listed on the label, while Albert Heijn notes that product information can change.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether a chocolate coating is essential. Then check the label and compare the quantity you’ll need for handing out.

What to look for What to check when buying Who it matters to
Chocolate coating Check that the product name and packaging specify chocolate-coated taaitaai. Jumbo lists Taai Taai Melkchocolade 250 g. I want to hand out chocolate-coated taaitaai at the parade, not plain figures; the chocolate layer is the top priority for around 44% of consumers.
Allergens Read the current ingredients list, the allergens highlighted and any cross-contamination warnings on the pack you’ve chosen. When I’m handing treats out to a group, I want to know which allergens are listed on this exact pack; checking the label is the top priority for around 33% of consumers.
Quantity and storage Compare the net weight and check the best-before date, the condition of the packaging and the storage instructions. If I’m taking taaitaai for lots of visitors, I want to work out in advance how many packs I’ll need; around 23% of consumers say quantity is their top priority.

Common mistakes

  • Mistaking plain taaitaai for chocolate-coated taaitaai

    A pack of plain taaitaai won’t meet your needs if you want a chocolate coating. Jumbo lists a milk chocolate product; the plain varieties listed by other retailers are not the same type.

    Check the name and packaging of the product you’re actually choosing. Only take plain taaitaai if a chocolate coating isn’t essential.

  • Assuming allergens based on the type of product

    Ingredients can vary between products or change over time. The NVWA explains how allergens must be listed on the labels of prepacked foods.

    Before buying and handing out, check the ingredients, highlighted allergens and any cross-contamination warnings on the current packaging.

  • Looking only at the number of packs

    Jumbo lists 250 g for its milk chocolate-coated taaitaai, while Albert Heijn lists 350 g of plain taaitaai and ALDI and PLUS list plain varieties in 500 g packs. So one pack doesn’t always contain the same amount.

    Decide how much you want to hand out, then compare the net weights. Also check the portion size or number of pieces if this is shown on the pack you’ve chosen.

  • Leaving it until you’re handing out to check the packaging and date

    If you’re taking supplies with you, check the condition of the packaging, the best-before date and the product-specific storage instructions.

    Follow the storage instructions on the pack, and check the date and packaging before handing out the taaitaai.

Brands to compare

These listings help you distinguish between chocolate-coated and plain taaitaai; they don’t tell you which products will be available on the day you’re handing them out.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists Taai Taai Melkchocolade 250 g, as well as plain Sint Taai Taai Figuurtjes 500 g.

  • The product name on the 250 g pack explicitly mentions milk chocolate.
  • Check the label on the pack you’ve chosen for ingredients, allergens and nutritional information.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists plain AH Taai taai in a 350 g pack. This may suit you if you’re also considering a variety without a confirmed chocolate coating.

  • The product listing includes ingredients, allergy information and nutritional values.
  • The listing for plain taaitaai doesn’t confirm a chocolate coating; Albert Heijn also recommends checking the packaging in case the information has changed.

ALDI

ALDI lists plain anise-flavoured taai-taai figures in a 500 g pack.

  • The stated net weight can help when you’re planning how much to buy.
  • This listing doesn’t describe chocolate-coated taaitaai.

PLUS

PLUS lists a 500 g bag of plain taai-taai and mentions soft taaitaai figures in its Sinterklaas range.

  • The 500 g bag gives you a specific quantity to compare when planning what to hand out.
  • These listings don’t confirm that the taaitaai mentioned is chocolate-coated.

Dirk

Dirk shows a listing for 500 g of mini taaitaai.

  • The size and net weight can help you plan how much to take for handing out.
  • The listing doesn’t confirm that the mini taaitaai is chocolate-coated.

Lidl

Lidl uses mini taaitaai in a Sinterklaas recipe.

  • The recipe shows one way to serve mini taaitaai at a Sinterklaas occasion.
  • A recipe isn’t a product listing for chocolate-coated taaitaai.

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Frequently asked questions

Should I check allergens in taaitaai for an arrival parade?

Yes. Check the allergens on the current packaging of the exact taaitaai you plan to hand out. The NVWA explains that 14 allergens must be declared on prepacked foods; don’t rely on the product type alone.

Can I choose plain taaitaai instead of chocolate-coated taaitaai?

Yes, if a chocolate coating isn’t essential. Plain taaitaai is another option for handing out: the listings from Albert Heijn, ALDI and PLUS don’t confirm a chocolate coating for the plain varieties mentioned.

How should I store chocolate-coated taaitaai until the parade?

Follow the storage instructions and best-before date on the packaging of the product you’ve chosen. Also check that the packaging is intact before taking your supplies with you to hand out.

Is information on a product page I viewed earlier enough when handing it out?

No. Check the label on the packaging you’re actually handing out, too. Albert Heijn notes that ingredients, nutritional values and allergy information can change.