For serving lots of visitors
If you want to top up a shared platter while your stall is open, consider a 500 g bag. ALDI Nederland, Jumbo and PLUS each list a taaitaai option in this size.
Which quantity is right for you?
For smaller gatherings
If taaitaai is an extra treat alongside the oliebollen, a smaller bag may be a better match for the amount you expect to serve. PLUS lists a 250 g option, while Albert Heijn lists Bolletje Taai Taai in a 350 g pack.
For guests with dietary requirements
If you need to check ingredients or allergens for a guest, use the label on the pack you buy. Albert Heijn also lists Consenza Taai taai poppetjes marked ‘gluten free’. Check this claim and the rest of the label before serving.
What should you look for when choosing?
Work out how much taaitaai you expect to hand out while your stall is open, and whether you want to open everything at once. A 3-pack may suit separate serving occasions, but check its contents and packaging before comparing it with a single bag.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
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| Stock for a group | Compare the net weight per bag and work out how many packs you’ll need to top up the platter. | If I’m expecting lots of visitors, I don’t want to run out of taaitaai halfway through serving. Having enough stock is the top priority for around 44% of consumers. |
| Keeping leftovers to a minimum | Choose a bag size to suit the expected turnout and what else you’ll be serving. | When taaitaai is just an extra alongside oliebollen, I don’t want to open more than we’re likely to eat. Around 33% of consumers give top priority to avoiding leftovers. |
| Dietary and label information | Read the ingredients, allergens and any warnings on the pack you buy. | If I need to cater for a specific dietary requirement, I want to know what the current label says before sharing the food. This is the most important consideration for around 23% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Automatically choosing the biggest bag
A 500 g bag gives you more taaitaai in each pack you open than the 250 g and 350 g bags listed, but it could leave you with more leftovers if you’re serving a small group.
Estimate how many people you’ll be serving and how taaitaai fits in alongside the oliebollen before deciding how many bags to buy.
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Assuming an online ingredients list is definitive
Albert Heijn says that ingredients and allergy information can change. A dietary claim in a product name is no substitute for checking the packaging either.
Before serving, read the label on the exact product you’ve bought. Keep any separately chosen option for a specific dietary requirement apart from regular taaitaai to help avoid mix-ups.
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Leaving an opened bag at the stall
Taaitaai you don’t serve straight away can dry out. The Voedingscentrum says to look out for signs of drying out and mould on taaitaai.
Seal the remaining biscuits after topping up the platter, and check them before serving them again later.
Brands and shops to consider
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists its own AH Taai taai, an AH Taai taai 3-pack and Bolletje Taai Taai in a 350 g pack.
- The different pack types give you a basis for comparing a single pack with a 3-pack.
- Albert Heijn says that ingredients, nutrition and allergy information can change, so check the label on the pack you buy.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists Sint Taai Taai Figuurtjes in a 500 g bag, a size to consider for a shared platter.
- The pack size for this particular option is included in its product name.
- Check the details on the pack you choose when buying. The size of this option doesn’t tell you anything about other Jumbo products.
ALDI
ALDI Nederland lists a 500 g bag of taaitaai.
- This size could work if you want to top up a platter for several visitors.
- Check the range at the shop you plan to buy from before stocking up for your stall.
PLUS
PLUS lists Taai taai sint en piet in a 500 g pack and Ambachtelijke taai taai koeken in a 250 g pack.
- These two options give you a choice between a larger and a smaller bag.
- Check the pack size and label information for the option you actually buy.
Bolletje
Albert Heijn lists Bolletje Taai Taai in a 350 g pack, between the 250 g and 500 g bags mentioned above.
- This size is an alternative if 250 g doesn’t seem like enough and you don’t want to open 500 g straight away.
- Check the rest of the product information on the pack before choosing this option for your guests.
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Frequently asked questions
What size bag should I choose for an oliebollen stall with several visitors?
A 500 g bag is one option if you want to top up a shared platter while your stall is open; ALDI Nederland, Jumbo and PLUS list taaitaai in this size. If you’re expecting a small group and also serving oliebollen, choose a quantity to suit the smaller occasion. PLUS lists a 250 g option, while Albert Heijn lists Bolletje Taai Taai in a 350 g pack.
How should I store taaitaai left over after serving?
Reseal the opened pack and keep the taaitaai in a kitchen cupboard. The Voedingscentrum says to look out for mould and signs of drying out; check any leftovers before serving them again.
Is a product marked ‘gluten free’ suitable for a guest with a dietary requirement?
Even for a product like this, check the label on the pack you buy, including the ingredients, allergens and warnings. Albert Heijn lists Consenza Taai taai poppetjes with this claim and says that online product information can change.
Can I rely on an online product page when buying supplies for my stall?
Use the product page to compare options and pack sizes, but check the latest in-store or ordering information before buying. Before serving, also read the label on the pack you bought: Albert Heijn says product information can change.