Who is this choice right for?

Smaller households

Serving just a little bread alongside pasta or other dishes? Half a tiger loaf keeps the quantity manageable. Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS offer half-size options.

Those looking for wholemeal bread

If you want wholemeal bread with a tiger crust, look for the ‘wholemeal’ label and check the nutritional information for the loaf you choose. Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS offer a half-size wholemeal option.

Those with a plan for leftovers

A whole loaf could be a good fit if you want to eat bread after the meal too and have room to freeze it in portions. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends freezing bread in portions straight after buying it.

What should you consider when choosing?

First, work out how much bread you’ll need for the meal. Then compare white and wholemeal options, and check whether the bread is ready to eat or needs baking before serving.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
How much bread Check whether the product is labelled ‘half’ or ‘1/2’. If you choose a whole loaf, think about whether you can freeze the leftovers straight away. If bread is only a small part of the meal, I don’t want to be left with a large amount. For around 40% of consumers, getting the right quantity is the deciding factor.
Type of bread and fibre Check for the ‘wholemeal’ label and compare the fibre per 100 g on the current labels of the products you’re considering. I specifically want to serve wholemeal tiger bread, not just bread with a tiger crust. For around 30% of consumers, this type of bread comes first.
Bread for tonight Check whether the bread is ready to eat or needs baking, and follow the storage advice on the packaging. The bread needs to go with the meal and be ready in time; I can store any leftovers separately. For around 30% of consumers, how the bread works for that evening matters most.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming the bread is wholemeal because of its tiger crust

    The crust doesn’t tell you whether the bread is white or wholemeal. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bread labelled ‘wholemeal’ is made from 100% wholemeal flour.

    Check the type of bread on the packaging and compare the nutritional information for the options you’re considering.

  • Buying a whole loaf without a plan for the leftovers

    You may have bread left over after a small meal. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists bread among the foods that are often wasted.

    Choose half a loaf if you don’t need much, or freeze a whole loaf in portions as soon as you buy it.

  • Relying on an ingredients list you looked at earlier

    Ingredients and allergen information can vary between products or change over time. The tiger crust also tells you nothing about the exact ingredients.

    Read the packaging on the loaf you’re actually buying, especially if certain allergens are relevant to you.

  • Assuming the bread contains iodised salt based on its name

    A tiger crust doesn’t tell you what type of salt was used. The agreement published by the Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sport in 2008 encouraged the use of iodised baker’s salt, but doesn’t describe the ingredients of any individual loaf.

    Check the ingredients information for the product you’ve chosen if the type of salt used is important to your decision.

Brands to compare

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn offers AH White Tiger Loaf, Half and AH Wholemeal Tiger Loaf, Half.

  • You can choose between white and wholemeal in the half-size range.
  • Check the current packaging for ingredients, allergens and nutritional information.

Jumbo

Jumbo offers half-size Boeren White Tiger Bread and Boeren Wholemeal Tiger Bread.

  • Both types of bread are listed as separate half-size products.
  • Check the current product information and packaging for the ingredients in the one you choose.

PLUS

PLUS offers half-size white and wholemeal Korenlanders Boeren tiger bread options; the half-size wholemeal pack shown weighs 400 g.

  • The nutritional information shown lists 6,4 g of fibre per 100 g for the wholemeal loaf and 2,2 g per 100 g for the white loaf.
  • Compare the current labels before buying, as ingredients and nutritional values may change.

Lidl

Lidl offers Tiger White as a bread option.

  • You can check the type of bread and its ingredients information in store.
  • Check the size in store if you’re specifically looking for half a tiger loaf.

Aldi

Aldi offers whole Boeren tiger loaves, as well as half loaves of other types.

  • A whole tiger loaf is an option if you plan to freeze the leftover portions.
  • Check the range if you need half a tiger loaf specifically for your meal.

Dirk

Dirk offers tiger bread and lists both half and whole loaves in its wider bread range.

  • You can compare the available loaf sizes on the shelf.
  • If you’re looking for half a tiger loaf, don’t assume it’s available just because the range includes half loaves.

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Frequently asked questions

Is half a tiger loaf enough for a small Italian dinner?

Half a tiger loaf works well if you’re serving bread as a small side dish. How much you need depends on the number of people and the rest of the meal. If you want to buy a whole loaf, decide in advance what you’ll do with the leftovers.

How do I choose between white and wholemeal tiger bread?

Choose the type of bread you want to serve and compare the nutritional information on the current packaging. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bread labelled ‘wholemeal’ is made from 100% wholemeal flour. The half-size options shown by PLUS list 6,4 g of fibre per 100 g for the wholemeal loaf and 2,2 g per 100 g for the white loaf.

What should I do with leftover tiger bread?

Ideally, freeze bread in portions as soon as you buy it, so you only need to defrost what you’ll use later. This is the storage advice from the Netherlands Nutrition Centre; also follow the instructions on your bread’s packaging.

Where can I check the allergens in tiger bread?

Read the allergen information on the packaging of the exact loaf you’re buying. Don’t rely on the bread’s name or a product page you looked at earlier, as ingredients information can change.

Can I tell from tiger bread whether it contains iodised baker’s salt?

No, the tiger crust doesn’t tell you what type of salt was used. Check the ingredients information for the specific loaf if this matters for your purchase.