Taaitaai Biscuits for a Doughnut Stall: Which Pack to Give?

Who is each type of gift for?

For a small thank-you

Want to thank one member of staff without leaving a large bag behind? A sealed 250 g pack, such as PLUS taaitaai biscuits, is a practical size to consider.

For treating the stall team

If several people can enjoy the taaitaai biscuits, a shareable 500 g bag makes more sense. Jumbo, PLUS and ALDI list taaitaai in this size.

For a baking gift

A baking kit is a good choice for someone who wants to make and decorate taaitaai at home. It isn’t a treat that can be eaten as soon as you hand it over.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, decide who the gift is for and whether the taaitaai needs to be ready to share. Then check the label on the pack you’ve chosen.

What to consider	What to check before buying	Who it matters to
Personal-sized pack	Compare the net weight and check whether a 2-pack contains two separate items.	If I want to thank one person, I look for a pack I can give as a small token of appreciation. For around 40% of consumers, finding the right personal-sized pack comes first.
Sharing with the team	Check the weight, any portion information and the storage advice once opened.	If several stall staff will be sharing, I want enough to go around. That’s the main consideration for around 30% of consumers.
Label and allergens	Read the ingredients and allergen information on the current packaging; if in doubt, ask what the recipient avoids.	If I don’t know what the recipient can eat, I want to be able to check the label before giving them taaitaai. For around 20% of consumers, this check is the top priority.
Baking it yourself	Check what’s included in the kit and what ingredients, equipment and preparation time are still needed.	Rather than ready-made biscuits, I’d give someone who enjoys baking an activity to do at home. Around 10% of consumers say they’d prioritise this kind of baking gift.

Common mistakes

Judging the product by the front of the pack alone

A description such as ‘artisan’ doesn’t tell you which ingredients or allergens the product contains, or what its nutritional values are.

Compare the nutritional information per 100 g, and read the ingredients list and allergen information too. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends looking beyond the front of the label.
Giving a bag without checking the allergens

Jumbo De Originele taaitaai lists wheat, rye and milk, among other ingredients, and may contain traces of nuts, peanuts and sesame. Don’t assume this information applies to every variety.

Give the taaitaai in a sealed pack with a readable label, and check the allergen information for the exact product you choose.
Choosing a share-size pack for one recipient

A 500 g bag can be handy for a group, but may be more than you need for a personal thank-you.

Before choosing a bag or 2-pack, decide whether you want to thank one person, give something to two separate recipients or treat the stall team.
Relying on out-of-date product information

Ingredients and allergens can change, so information you read about a product previously may no longer match the pack you’re giving.

Check the current product information when you buy it, and read the label on the physical packaging before giving it.

Brands to consider

These brands offer a few different types of packaging to consider. Choose based on the specific product and its label, not just the brand name.

Albert Heijn

Offers a taaitaai 2-pack for two separate gifts, as well as a baking kit for a present to be made at home.

Albert Heijn says its 2-pack is supplied as two separate items.
The baking kit requires preparation and kitchen equipment; check the latest ingredients and allergen information for both options.

Jumbo

Offers 500 g taaitaai varieties for anyone looking for a pack to take along and share.

Jumbo lists around 36 portions for its 500 g Sint Taai Taai Figuurtjes; the actual number will depend on how you share them out.
Allergens vary between varieties. Jumbo De Originele also lists possible traces of nuts, peanuts and sesame.

PLUS

Lists both a 250 g bag of taaitaai for a smaller gift and 500 g of mini taaitaai biscuits to share.

The different pack sizes make it easier to choose the right amount for your recipients.
PLUS recommends storing its mini taaitaai in a cool, dry, dark place; check the allergen information for the variety you choose too.

ALDI

Lists 500 g packs of taai-taai in figure shapes.

This size is a practical option when you’re buying something to share.
Check the ingredients, allergens and storage instructions on the pack in store.

Dirk

Lists 500 g packs of 1 de Beste Mini taai taai as an option.

The stated weight makes it easy to compare with other share-size packs.
Before buying, read the ingredients, allergens and storage instructions for the pack you’ve chosen.

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Frequently asked questions

Which taaitaai should I give as a small thank-you to one member of staff at a Dutch doughnut stall?

A sealed 250 g bag is a suitable size to consider, such as PLUS Ambachtelijke taai taai koeken. If you’d rather give the team something to share, look at 500 g packs too.

Can I give a taaitaai 2-pack to two people?

Yes, if you want to give two separate gifts: Albert Heijn says its Taai taai 2-pack is supplied as two separate items. So it isn’t automatically a gift box containing a selection.

What should I look out for if the recipient avoids certain allergens?

Before giving it, check the allergen information for the exact taaitaai variety on the current packaging. Some listed varieties contain wheat, rye and milk, among other ingredients; if in doubt, ask which ingredients the recipient avoids.

How should I store the taaitaai until I give it?

Follow the storage advice and use-by date on the pack you’ve chosen. PLUS recommends storing its mini taaitaai in a cool, dry, dark place; instructions may differ for other products.

Is a baking kit a good treat for the stall?

Not if the taaitaai needs to be ready to eat straight away: a baking kit first needs to be used at home. Albert Heijn’s kit is better suited to someone who enjoys baking and has the time, an oven and any additional kitchen equipment they’ll need.