Who is this relevant to?

Walkers packing for several trips

You want to portion out a bag of taaitaai at home and take only what you need on each walk. Compare the pack sizes, and check the packaging for instructions on how to store the rest once opened.

Walkers who portion snacks in advance

You want to take a small amount in a coat pocket or rucksack. For the regular products reviewed, Albert Heijn and Jumbo list a serving size of 14 g. Check the current packaging if you want to follow this guidance.

Walkers looking for gluten-free taaitaai

You’re looking for a product explicitly labelled gluten-free. The Consenza version at Albert Heijn also lists oats and almonds, so read the full label before choosing.

What should you look for?

First, decide whether you need a specific ingredient claim. Then consider how much you want to take on each walk and whether the pack size suits how often you plan to enjoy taaitaai.

What to consider What to check when buying Who is this important to?
Pack size Compare the weight of the bag with the number of walks you want to portion the taaitaai for. If you’re packing for several trips, you’ll want a pack size that suits your planned use. This is the main consideration for around 34% of consumers.
Portioning Check the stated serving size and choose a resealable bag or container to take with you. If I don’t want to take the whole bag, I want to be able to portion out an amount easily at home. Portioning in advance is the top priority for around 33% of consumers.
Ingredients and allergens Read the current label, including the gluten-free claim and any information about other allergens. If I need to avoid certain ingredients, I want to know what ingredients and allergens the product lists before anything else. This check comes first for around 33% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming regular taaitaai is gluten-free

    The regular products reviewed from Albert Heijn, PLUS and Jumbo list wheat and rye. Even a product labelled gluten-free may contain other ingredients you need to consider.

    Read the current label every time you buy, and check all the ingredients and allergens that matter to you.

  • Taking the whole bag on a single walk

    A bag intended to last for several walks is not the same as the amount you want to eat or take with you on one trip.

    Portion out the amount you want at home. The Albert Heijn and Jumbo products reviewed list a serving size of 14 g; this is information provided on the packaging, not personal dietary advice.

  • Counting on a particular seasonal version

    Some of the products reviewed are sold as Sinterklaas versions. So it’s best not to leave it until just before you set off to look for a particular pack.

    Check shortly before your walk that the version you want is available. If you choose an alternative, read its label again.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn offers both regular AH Taai taai and a separate Consenza version labelled gluten-free.

  • The AH pack contains 350 g and lists 25 servings of 14 g.
  • The regular version lists rye, wheat and milk protein. The Consenza version lists oats and almonds; always check the current label.

Jumbo

Jumbo Sint Taai Taai Figuurtjes is a regular 500 g pack.

  • Jumbo lists around 36 servings of 14 g.
  • The product information lists rye, wheat and milk, among other ingredients, and notes that other allergens may also be present. Check the packaging if this information is important to your choice.

PLUS

PLUS lists a regular 500 g bag of taaitaai.

  • The product page displays Nutri-Score D as the product label.
  • PLUS lists wheat, rye, milk and lactose, and notes that other allergens may also be present. Check the details on the packaging.

ALDI

ALDI describes its 500 g pack of taai-taai as anise biscuits shaped like figures.

  • The stated pack size is useful if you want to portion out taaitaai at home for several walks.
  • Check the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information on the current packaging before choosing.

Dirk

Dirk lists 1 de Beste Mini taai taai in a 500 g bag.

  • The name identifies this version as mini taai taai; check the packaging to see whether the pieces suit the way you want to portion them.
  • Check the current packaging for ingredients, allergens and nutritional information.

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Frequently asked questions

Is taaitaai a complete meal to take on a walk?

No, don’t assume that taaitaai is a complete meal for a walk. It’s a sweet biscuit, so decide separately what else you’ll take to eat and drink.

How should I take taaitaai from an opened bag with me?

Portion out the amount you want to take at home and put it in a well-sealed bag or container. Follow the storage instructions on the packaging for the rest of the bag; for the product reviewed, Albert Heijn recommends storing it in a sealed tin after opening.

Should I check the allergens again if I’ve bought this version before?

Yes. If ingredients or allergens are important to you, read the current label when you buy the product. The regular versions reviewed from Albert Heijn, PLUS and Jumbo list wheat and rye; also check the other ingredients and warnings on the pack you’re buying.