Which packaging is right for you?

For handing out biscuits to each guest

If you want to put out or give each guest a taaitaai biscuit without opening a shared bag, look for a product that is explicitly described as individually wrapped, such as Van Delft’s taaitaai figures.

A small group sharing a plate of taaitaai

If guests will help themselves from a plate, a standard bag may be suitable. Albert Heijn lists a 350 g bag, while PLUS and Dirk offer bags of 500 g, among other options. Choose an amount that suits your gathering, but don’t assume the biscuits are individually wrapped.

If you need to consider allergens

If you need to check ingredients or allergens for your guests, read the label on the pack you’ll actually be serving. Albert Heijn lists milk and cereals containing gluten, among other ingredients, in its taaitaai; check the information again when you buy.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether you want to hand out taaitaai individually or serve it on a plate. Then check the packaging and label of the product you choose.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Individually wrapped Look for an explicit statement that the biscuits are individually wrapped or come in flow packs; a multipack doesn’t tell you whether each biscuit has its own wrapper. I want to give each guest a biscuit to take away without taking them from a shared bag. This is the top priority for around 42% of consumers.
Amount for a sharing plate Compare the net weight and decide how much you want to serve; the supermarket bags listed range from 250 g to 500 g. For a small gathering, I want to serve a suitable amount on a plate without preparing individual portions. This is the main consideration for around 33% of consumers.
Label and shelf life Read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack you buy, and check the best-before date and storage instructions. If guests need to watch out for allergens or I’m buying the taaitaai in advance, I want to be able to check the current label. Around 25% of consumers put this check first.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a multipack means individually wrapped biscuits

    Albert Heijn describes its taaitaai 3-pack as three separate items. This doesn’t mean that each biscuit inside those items has its own wrapper.

    Check whether the specific product is explicitly labelled as individually wrapped, or inspect the pack itself before using it to hand out biscuits.

  • Relying on a product page alone for allergen information

    The ingredients and allergen information on the variant you buy determine what you can offer your guests; product details can change.

    Just before serving, read the label on the actual pack and keep it handy for guests who want to check the information.

  • Leaving it too late to look for taaitaai for New Year’s Eve

    PLUS and Van Delft list taaitaai as part of their Sinterklaas ranges. So don’t assume the same products will still be available for New Year’s Eve.

    Check the latest availability, delivery time and best-before date of the product you want to buy well in advance.

Brands and retailers to consider

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists AH Taai taai in a 350 g pack, as well as a 3-pack for anyone looking to buy several packs.

  • The 350 g bag lists ingredients, allergen information and storage instructions.
  • Albert Heijn says the 3-pack is supplied as separate items; this doesn’t confirm that the biscuits are individually wrapped.

PLUS

PLUS lists Taai taai sint en piet in a 500 g bag and Ambachtelijke taai taai koeken in a 250 g bag.

  • The product information includes ingredients, allergen information and storage instructions.
  • If you need individual wrappers, check the physical pack; a bag listing doesn’t confirm that they’re included.

Dirk

Dirk lists 1 de Beste Mini taai taai in a 500 g bag, suitable for serving on a shared plate.

  • The product listing gives the variant and net weight.
  • Check the label on the item you buy for ingredients, allergen information and exact packaging details.

ALDI

ALDI lists 500 g Taai-taai, described as aniseed-flavoured biscuits in figure shapes.

  • The product listing gives the quantity and shape.
  • Before choosing this product for your guests, check the wrappers, ingredients and allergen information on the pack.

Van Delft

Van Delft says its taaitaai figures are individually wrapped; this particular product is suitable for handing out to each guest.

  • The retailer explicitly states that its taaitaai figures are individually wrapped.
  • This doesn’t automatically apply to other Van Delft taaitaai products. Check availability for New Year’s Eve too.

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Frequently asked questions

Are mini taaitaai biscuits in a bag individually wrapped?

You can’t tell from the word ‘mini’ or the weight of the bag. Albert Heijn’s 3-pack is also supplied as separate items, according to the retailer. For individual wrappers, look for an explicit statement that the biscuits are individually wrapped or inspect the product itself.

How should I store an opened bag of taaitaai?

Follow the storage instructions on the pack you buy. Albert Heijn advises storing its taaitaai in a cool, dark and dry place, and using a sealed tin after opening. PLUS advises storing its taaitaai in a cool, dry and dark place.

Which allergens should I check in taaitaai?

It depends on the specific product. For AH Taai taai, Albert Heijn lists milk, wheat and rye, among other ingredients. Check the current allergen information on the packaging of each product, and look for statements about the possible presence of other allergens too.

Can I buy taaitaai for New Year’s Eve?

You can serve taaitaai at New Year’s Eve, but check whether the product you want will be available then. PLUS and Van Delft mainly promote taaitaai in connection with Sinterklaas; check the best-before date when you buy it too.