Hosts looking for low-sugar taaitaai biscuits
You want to know whether taaitaai biscuits genuinely meet the ‘low sugar’ claim. To check, compare the packaging with the nutrition information per 100 g, rather than looking only at a smaller portion.
Who are these options relevant to?
Hosts who want to plan portions
You want to decide in advance how many taaitaai biscuits to serve. Albert Heijn and Jumbo list a 14 g serving for the products mentioned, which you can use as a guide when serving them.
Hosts who need to consider allergens
You’re taking account of guests for whom cereals containing gluten or milk are a concern. Information can vary by product, so check the allergen information on the packaging of the product you’re serving.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether ‘low sugar’ is a must, or whether you simply want to limit how much standard taaitaai you serve. If taaitaai itself isn’t essential, you could also compare another type of biscuit by its sugars per 100 g and its allergen information.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who is this most important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Sugar content | Compare the sugars per 100 g and read the claim on the packaging. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre defines ‘low sugar’ for solid foods as no more than 5 g per 100 g. | I want to serve taaitaai that can genuinely be described as low sugar, not just a smaller biscuit. This is the top priority for around 50% of consumers considering taaitaai for drinks. |
| Allergens | Read the allergen information on the packaging you buy, paying particular attention to cereals containing gluten, milk and any statements about possible traces. | If guests need to avoid certain ingredients, I want to know which biscuit I can offer them. Allergen suitability takes priority for roughly 30% of these consumers. |
| Portions | Check the portion size and pack weight. Albert Heijn and Jumbo list a 14 g portion for the taaitaai biscuits mentioned. | I want to decide in advance how many taaitaai biscuits to put out, without describing a small portion as low sugar. Planning portions is the main concern for around 20% of these consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming ‘less sugar’ means ‘low sugar’
A biscuit may contain less sugar than another product without meeting the ‘low sugar’ criteria. For solid foods, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre sets the limit at no more than 5 g of sugars per 100 g.
Read the claim on the packaging, then compare the sugars per 100 g in the nutrition information.
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Looking only at the amount per biscuit
A smaller portion doesn’t change the nutritional value per 100 g. According to their product information, the standard taaitaai biscuits mentioned from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS contain between 38.594 and 39 g of sugars per 100 g.
Compare products per 100 g first. Then use the per-portion information to work out how much to serve.
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Serving the biscuits without checking for allergens
The taaitaai products mentioned list cereals containing gluten and milk, among other ingredients. Jumbo also states that its Sint Taai Taai Figuurtjes may contain almonds and hazelnuts, among other allergens.
Keep the packaging handy so guests can read the information for the product being served. If someone has a relevant allergy, only offer them an alternative whose ingredients and allergen information you’ve checked.
Brands compared
The information below relates to the specific taaitaai products mentioned, not the full range from these brands. Always check the current packaging when you buy.
Albert Heijn
AH Taai taai in a 350 g bag.
- Albert Heijn lists a 14 g portion and 39 g of sugars per 100 g. The product information also includes ingredients and allergens.
- At 39 g of sugars per 100 g, these taaitaai biscuits are above the limit the Netherlands Nutrition Centre sets for ‘low sugar’.
Jumbo
Jumbo Sint Taai Taai Figuurtjes in a 500 g pack.
- Jumbo lists 38.6 g of sugars per 100 g and a 14 g portion, which can help you plan how many to put out with drinks.
- This sugar content is above the limit the Netherlands Nutrition Centre sets for ‘low sugar’. Also check the allergen information, including any possible presence of nuts.
PLUS
PLUS Taai taai sint en piet, 500 g, and PLUS Ambachtelijke taai taai koeken, 250 g.
- PLUS lists 38.594 g of sugars per 100 g for both products mentioned; the pack sizes are different.
- Both products are above the limit the Netherlands Nutrition Centre sets for ‘low sugar’. The product information lists wheat, rye and milk ingredients, among other things.
A different biscuit on Joybuy
This is a different type of biscuit for anyone who doesn’t necessarily want to serve taaitaai. If you choose an alternative, check its sugars per 100 g before calling it low sugar.
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g'woon Cookie Bars Less Sugar, 6 pieces
This pack of six Cookie Bars is an option if you’re considering serving a different biscuit alongside drinks instead of taaitaai.
‘Less Sugar’ in the product name doesn’t by itself mean that the biscuits are low sugar. Compare the sugars per 100 g and check the ingredients and allergens on the packaging.
Frequently asked questions
What does ‘low sugar’ mean for taaitaai?
For solid foods, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre defines ‘low sugar’ as no more than 5 g of sugars per 100 g. Check both the claim and the nutrition information on the packaging; a name such as ‘Less Sugar’ doesn’t by itself prove that a biscuit meets this criterion.
Are the standard taaitaai products mentioned low sugar?
No. Their stated sugar content is above the limit the Netherlands Nutrition Centre sets for ‘low sugar’. Albert Heijn lists 39 g of sugars per 100 g for AH Taai taai, Jumbo lists 38.6 g for Sint Taai Taai Figuurtjes, and PLUS lists 38.594 g for the two products mentioned.
Which allergens should I check before serving taaitaai?
For the products mentioned, check at least the information about cereals containing gluten and milk. Some packs also mention the possible presence of other allergens, so read the packaging of the product you’re actually serving.
How should I store an opened bag of taaitaai?
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging. For the taaitaai mentioned, Albert Heijn recommends storing it in a sealed tin after opening; PLUS says to store its products in a cool, dry and dark place.