Which pack is right for you?

Families who keep the biscuit tin well stocked

If taaitaai regularly goes on the table for family or visitors, having two separate bags can be handy. Albert Heijn’s 2-pack contains two 500 g bags, so you don’t have to open them both at once.

Occasional buyers

For the odd coffee, tea or drinks break, a single 500 g bag may suit your needs better than a 1 kg supply. ALDI, PLUS and Dirk list 500 g packs.

Shoppers checking ingredients and allergens

If you’re sharing taaitaai with someone who needs to avoid certain ingredients, use the current packaging as your guide. Check both the listed allergens and any warnings about possible cross-contamination.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, work out how much taaitaai you usually serve and how many bags you want to open. Then check that the ingredient information is suitable for everyone who’ll be sharing it.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Storage and keeping a supply Check the total weight, the number of individual bags and the storage instructions for an opened pack. If several people at home regularly eat taaitaai, you’ll want to keep some in stock without opening everything at once. Around 42% of consumers are estimated to put this need first.
Amount for each occasion Compare a single 500 g bag with a pack of two 500 g bags, based on how much you expect to use. If taaitaai only goes on the table now and then, you won’t want to buy more than you need. The right quantity is estimated to matter most to around 33% of consumers.
Ingredients and allergens Read the ingredients, listed allergens and any warnings about possible cross-contamination on the packaging. If someone sharing the food needs to avoid certain ingredients, you’ll want to check the packaging before serving it. This is estimated to be the main concern for around 25% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a multipack is one large, resealable bag

    Albert Heijn’s 2-pack contains two separate 500 g bags. That doesn’t tell you whether an opened bag can be resealed.

    Check the number of items and the weight of each one. Once you’ve opened a bag, store it in a sealed tin; Albert Heijn recommends this for its standard taaitaai.

  • Assuming gluten-free also means nut-free

    A claim on the front of the pack doesn’t tell you which other allergens a product contains. Consenza Taai taai poppetjes is labelled gluten-free, but its product information lists oats and almonds.

    Check the full ingredients and allergen information on the packaging every time you buy it, even if you’ve bought the product before.

Brands to help you choose taaitaai

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists both a standard 350 g bag of taaitaai and a 2-pack containing two 500 g bags.

  • With the 2-pack, you can open the bags one at a time.
  • Don’t confuse the 2-pack with the standard bag. For the standard bag, check the current ingredients and allergens too; the product information lists milk and cereals containing gluten, among other ingredients.

ALDI

ALDI lists a 500 g seasonal product called Taai-taai.

  • The bag size is an alternative to buying a 1 kg supply.
  • Check the packaging in store for ingredients, allergens and storage instructions.

PLUS

PLUS lists Taai taai sint en piet in a 500 g bag, with options to order, have it delivered or collect it.

  • The product information includes ingredients, allergens and storage advice.
  • The listed allergens include wheat, rye and milk. Also check the packaging you receive for any warnings about possible cross-contamination.

Dirk

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

  • The pack size may suit anyone looking to buy a single bag.
  • Use the label on the packaging to check the ingredients, allergens and storage instructions.

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Frequently asked questions

Is 1 kg of taaitaai always a good choice for a family?

No, it depends on how often you serve taaitaai and how you store your supply. Albert Heijn’s 2-pack contains two separate 500 g bags; for the occasional biscuit break, a single smaller bag may be more practical.

Can I rely on online product information alone to check allergens?

Use online information to help you choose a product, but check the label on the one you’ve actually bought before eating it. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority stresses the importance of clear allergen information on food labels.

Is gluten-free taaitaai automatically nut-free?

No. Consenza Taai taai poppetjes is labelled gluten-free, but its product information lists almonds. So, even when choosing a gluten-free product, check all the other listed allergens too.