Who are these choices relevant to?

Families keeping an eye on fibre

You’re looking for tiger bread for a family dinner and want to know whether it’s made with a wholemeal base. Compare the product description and fibre per 100 g, rather than judging by the tiger crust alone.

Families who want to serve white bread

You prefer white bread for the toppings on the table. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises replacing white bread with wholemeal or brown bread as much as possible; bear this in mind if the type of bread is a consideration for you.

Families looking to minimise leftovers

You want enough slices for dinner without ending up with more bread than you need. Half a loaf may be the right amount; for any remaining slices, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends freezing bread in portions as soon as you buy it.

What should you look for when buying?

First, choose the type and quantity of bread that suit your dinner. Then check the slice thickness of the specific product and, if allergens are relevant, the latest ingredient information.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Type of bread and fibre Check whether the bread is described as white or wholemeal, and compare the fibre per 100 g. If you have dietary restrictions, also check the ingredients and allergens in the variety you choose. If fibre is our priority at a family dinner, I want to be able to assess the type of bread without judging it by the crust. For around 40% of consumers, this nutritional choice matters most.
Slices and toppings Check whether the loaf is pre-sliced and ask what the retailer means by medium-sliced. A stated number of portions doesn’t confirm the slice thickness. When serving different toppings, I want slices that suit our meal. For around 30% of consumers, this convenience at mealtimes comes first.
Quantity and storage Compare half a loaf with a whole one based on how much you need. Follow the storage instructions on the packaging; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends freezing bread in portions as soon as you buy it. If we’re likely to have slices left after dinner, I want to know in advance how we’ll store them. Around 30% of consumers give suitable portions and fewer leftovers top priority.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming the tiger crust tells you what type of bread it is

    Tiger crust can be found on different types of bread. Jumbo’s product information lists 2.3 g of fibre per 100 g for Boeren Tijgerbrood Wit; PLUS lists 6.4 g per 100 g for Korenlanders Boeren tijger volkoren 1/2. This difference applies to these two varieties, not to all white and wholemeal tiger bread.

    Read the product description and, if fibre matters to you, compare the nutritional information per 100 g.

  • Assuming tiger bread is medium-sliced

    Half or whole describes the size of the loaf, not the thickness of the slices. A stated number of portions won’t tell you the slice thickness either.

    Before buying, check whether the loaf is pre-sliced and ask the retailer what they mean by medium-sliced.

  • Buying a whole loaf without a plan for leftovers

    If you have some left after dinner, the size of the loaf affects how much you’ll need to store.

    Choose a half loaf if that’s enough. If you buy a whole loaf, you can freeze any unused slices in portions as soon as you buy it, following the Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s storage advice.

  • Assuming the type of bread tells you whether iodised baker’s salt was used

    You can’t tell from the tiger crust what type of salt was used. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says bakers aren’t required to use baker’s salt.

    For packaged bread, check the ingredients list; for unpackaged bread, ask what type of salt was used.

Brands to compare

These examples can help you compare product descriptions; check the details of the loaf you actually choose.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn describes AH Tijger wit hf as a half-size white wheat loaf weighing 400 g.

  • The product page lists a crisp tiger crust and a weight of 400 g.
  • Check the slice thickness and the latest label: Albert Heijn warns that ingredient, nutritional and allergen information may change.

Jumbo

Jumbo provides online ingredient, allergen, nutritional and portion information for Boeren Tijgerbrood Wit, so you can compare it with other products.

  • For this white variety, Jumbo lists 2.3 g of fibre per 100 g and around 23 portions.
  • These details apply to the variety named. Check separately whether the loaf has the slice thickness you want; the product contains wheat and gluten.

PLUS

PLUS describes Korenlanders Boeren tijger volkoren 1/2 as a half-size wholemeal wheat loaf weighing 400 g.

  • The product information lists 6.4 g of fibre per 100 g and says the bread can be frozen on the day of purchase.
  • This product contains wheat and barley and may also contain other allergens. Check the latest label and the slice thickness of the loaf you choose.

Dirk

Dirk describes Bakker van der Akker Boeren tijger wit heel as a whole white tiger loaf.

  • The word heel (whole) makes it clear which loaf size you’re comparing with half-size varieties.
  • Before buying, check the latest packaging for slice thickness, ingredients, allergens and nutritional information.

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Frequently asked questions

Should I choose white or wholemeal tiger bread for a family dinner?

Look for wholemeal tiger bread if fibre is a priority for you; choose a white variety if you want to serve that type of bread with this meal. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises replacing white bread with wholemeal or brown bread as much as possible. When buying, compare the nutritional information for the specific loaves: PLUS lists 6.4 g of fibre per 100 g for Korenlanders Boeren tijger volkoren 1/2, while Jumbo lists 2.3 g per 100 g for Boeren Tijgerbrood Wit.

What should I look for when checking allergens in tiger bread?

Check the ingredient and allergen information for the variety you’re buying. The Jumbo white tiger bread mentioned contains wheat and gluten; the PLUS wholemeal tiger bread mentioned contains wheat and barley and may contain other allergens. Don’t assume these examples apply to all tiger breads.

What should I do with tiger bread left over after dinner?

If you won’t use the slices soon, it’s best to freeze them in portions as soon as you buy the bread, as the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends. Also check the date and storage instructions on the packaging of your loaf.

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 the baker used. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says bakers aren’t required to use baker’s salt. For packaged bread, check the ingredients list; for unpackaged bread, ask the retailer.