Who is each type of taaitaai for?

If you want to hand out taaitaai

Ready-made mini or figure-shaped taaitaai is easy to share at a Sinterklaas celebration or other group occasion. Jumbo, PLUS and ALDI describe 500 g packs.

If you’re giving the gift of baking together

If the aim is to make and decorate figures together, a recipe is a better choice than a bag of ready-made biscuits. Albert Heijn Allerhande’s recipe for taaitaai Sinterklaas figures starts by resting the dough, then explains how to roll it out, bake and decorate the figures.

If you need to take allergens into account

Check the ingredients and allergen information for the specific pack. The Jumbo and PLUS varieties mentioned list wheat, rye and milk, among other things. Don’t assume you know what’s in a product based on its name.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether the gift is for someone to enjoy on their own, to share straight away or to bake together. After that, it’s easier to choose the shape, pack size and preparation needed.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Gift style and size Check whether you’re buying an individually wrapped figure, mini figures or a larger bag. If you want to give one person a recognisable Sinterklaas gift, an attractive figure is a better choice than a large bag. Around 40% of consumers put the gift format first.
Ready to share Compare the net weight and size of the figures with the number of people you’re buying the taaitaai for. If I want to serve taaitaai to a group straight away, I don’t want to have to make dough. Around 30% of consumers give top priority to sharing it straight away.
Baking together Check the ingredients and equipment needed, how long the dough must rest and the baking instructions for your chosen recipe. Making and decorating figures together is the gift for me, even if the dough needs to rest first. Around 30% of consumers put the baking activity first.

Pitfalls to avoid when buying

  • Assuming a large bag is gift-wrapped

    A 500 g bag can be handy for sharing, but it doesn’t offer the same individual presentation as a taaitaai figure.

    Decide whether you want to give something to one person or share it with several people. Then choose the shape and pack size.

  • Guessing the allergens from the name taaitaai

    Ingredients and allergens vary from product to product. Jumbo and PLUS list wheat, rye and milk, among other things, in the varieties described.

    Read the label on the pack you’re buying, including any warnings about traces of allergens.

  • Counting on a baking kit you saw before

    A product listing from a previous range doesn’t tell you whether a baking kit will be available when you want to give the gift.

    Check the current range and the ingredients you’ll need before buying. If you want to bake together, using a recipe with separate ingredients is another option.

    Gathering separate ingredients and decorations takes extra preparation.

Brands and shops to explore

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn Allerhande has a recipe for anyone who wants to bake and decorate their own taaitaai Sinterklaas figures.

  • The recipe covers resting the dough, rolling it out, baking and decorating, among other steps.
  • A recipe isn’t a baking kit, so check which ingredients and equipment you’ll need to provide yourself.

Jumbo

Jumbo describes its Sint Taai Taai Figures as a 500 g pack, ready to share straight away.

  • The product information lists ingredients and allergens.
  • If you’re planning a baking activity, don’t assume a baking kit you saw previously is still available. Check the current range.

Lidl

Lidl has recipes to inspire a baking session at home.

  • Its recipe section can help you plan an activity to go with the gift.
  • Check the current range if you want to buy taaitaai or baking supplies from Lidl.

Aldi

ALDI describes anise-flavoured taaitaai in figure shapes, in a 500 g pack.

  • The figures and pack size give you a clear idea of the type of product for sharing.
  • Check availability at the shop where you plan to buy it.

Plus

PLUS describes a 500 g bag of mini taaitaai for anyone who wants ready-made taaitaai to share.

  • The product information includes allergen and storage details, among other things.
  • Check the pack you receive too, as product information can change.

Dirk

Dirk lists 1 de Beste Mini taai taai 500 g in its search results.

  • The listing shows the product type and pack size you can look for.
  • Check the current product information or packaging for ingredients and allergens.

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Frequently asked questions

Which allergens should I check in packaged taaitaai?

Read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack you’re buying. The product information for the Jumbo and PLUS varieties mentioned lists wheat, rye and milk, among other things; a baking kit may contain different ingredients. Also look out for any warnings about traces of allergens.

Is a taaitaai figure or a large bag a better gift?

An individually wrapped figure works well as a personal gift, while a bag of mini or figure-shaped taaitaai is more practical for sharing with a group straight away. Van Delft describes individually wrapped figures, while Jumbo, PLUS and ALDI describe 500 g packs. Check what’s available before buying.

Can I bake taaitaai together as a gift activity?

Yes, as long as you have an oven, the ingredients you need and enough time for the dough. Albert Heijn Allerhande’s recipe for taaitaai Sinterklaas figures says to let the dough rest for about two hours, then explains how to shape, bake and decorate the figures.