Who is this choice relevant to?

Parents who want to hand out treats after baking

You’re looking for small figures that you can share among the children without cutting them up. Albert Heijn and Jumbo both list packs of taaitaai with individual portions.

Families who want to bake together

For you, kneading, rolling out the dough and cutting out shapes are all part of the activity. The taaitaai recipes from Albert Heijn Allerhande and Jumbo also require resting time and time in the oven.

Shoppers who need to check allergens

You want to know which ingredients and warnings apply to the taaitaai you’ve chosen before handing it out. Product information from Albert Heijn and Jumbo lists ingredients including wheat, rye and milk; check the current label on the pack you’re using.

What should you look for in taaitaai?

First decide whether making taaitaai is the children’s activity, or whether you mainly want something to hand out. Then compare the portions, ingredients and quantity to find what suits your group.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Easy to share Check the number of portions and whether the pack contains small figures or larger biscuits. If I want to give the children a treat after the activity, I want to be able to hand out pieces without cutting them up first. For around 36% of consumers, ease of sharing comes first.
Baking it yourself Check how long the recipe needs to rest and whether an adult can supervise the oven. If the children want to knead the dough and cut out shapes, I’ll need dough and enough time for baking. For around 29% of consumers, getting involved in the baking matters most.
Ingredients and allergens Read the current ingredients list, including both the ‘contains’ and ‘may contain’ statements. If a child needs to avoid certain ingredients, I want to know what’s in the taaitaai I’ve chosen before handing it out. For around 21% of consumers, ingredients are the first thing they consider.
Quantity and storage Compare 250 g and 500 g packs, and check the storage advice after opening. For a small gathering, I don’t want to buy more than we’re likely to use. For around 14% of consumers, the right quantity and avoiding leftovers are the deciding factors.

Common mistakes

  • Automatically choosing 500 g for every group

    A large bag can be handy for sharing, but you may have plenty left over if you’re with a small group. As well as a 500 g pack of taaitaai, PLUS also lists 250 g taaitaai biscuits.

    Estimate how many children will be eating, then compare the pack’s portions, piece size and net weight.

  • Assuming all taaitaai contains the same allergens

    Allergen information varies by product and may also include warnings about the possible presence of other allergens.

    Check the label on the pack you’ve chosen just before serving, including both the ‘contains’ and ‘may contain’ statements.

  • Thinking ready-made taaitaai counts as a baking activity

    A bag of figures is ready to hand out, but the children won’t make the dough themselves. Albert Heijn Allerhande says its taaitaai recipe needs around two hours of resting time.

    If you want to knead the dough and cut out shapes together, plan ahead and leave an adult to handle hot ingredients and the oven.

  • Relying on an old product listing

    Taaitaai is also a seasonal product, so whether the pack you want is available may depend on the time of year and the shop.

    Check that the specific pack is currently available before planning an activity for a group.

Brands to compare

These product ranges come in different pack sizes and shapes; always compare the specific pack you plan to use.

Albert Heijn

AH Taai taai is available as a 500 g pack of figures; Albert Heijn also lists a 3-pack containing three separate 500 g packs.

  • Albert Heijn lists 45 portions of 11 g for the individual pack, which is useful when planning to hand them out.
  • Check the current pack for ingredients and allergens; the product information lists ingredients including wheat, rye and milk.

Jumbo

Jumbo Sint Taai Taai Figuurtjes is listed in a 500 g pack.

  • Jumbo lists around 36 portions of 14 g per pack.
  • The ingredients information lists wheat, rye and milk protein, among other things, and warns of the possible presence of nuts, oats and barley.

PLUS

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

  • The two pack sizes give you a choice between a larger amount to share and a smaller amount for a smaller group.
  • Check the current label on both products; the product information lists ingredients including wheat, rye and milk.

ALDI

ALDI lists aniseed-flavoured taai-taai in figure shapes, in a 500 g pack.

  • The figure shapes and pack size are worth considering if you want to hand out individual pieces.
  • Check the pack in store for portion details, ingredients and allergens before choosing it for your group.

Dirk

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

  • The mini shape and 500 g pack are worth considering if you’re planning to share them.
  • Check the ingredients and allergens on the specific pack before buying.

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Frequently asked questions

Which pack of taaitaai is best for sharing with a group of children?

Compare the number of portions and the size of each piece, not just the weight of the bag. Albert Heijn lists 45 portions of 11 g in a 500 g pack of AH Taai taai; Jumbo lists around 36 portions of 14 g in a 500 g pack of Sint Taai Taai Figuurtjes. For a smaller group, also check whether a smaller pack would be a better fit.

What should I look for if a child needs to avoid milk or gluten?

Check the current label on the taaitaai you’ve chosen rather than relying on the product name alone. The Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS varieties mentioned list ingredients including wheat, rye and milk or milk protein; also read any ‘may contain’ statements.

What should I prepare if the children are baking taaitaai themselves?

Allow time to make and rest the dough, and leave hot ingredients and the oven to an adult. Albert Heijn Allerhande says its recipe needs around two hours of resting time; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises washing your hands before cooking.

How should I store taaitaai after opening?

Follow the storage advice on the pack you’ve chosen. Albert Heijn recommends storing AH Taai taai in a sealed tin after opening; Jumbo says to keep its figures in a cool, dry place, while PLUS recommends storing its taaitaai in a cool, dry, dark place.