Who is this choice relevant to?

Pupils who want to take one small piece

If the whole bag doesn’t need to go to school, the weight of each piece matters. Albert Heijn lists Bolletje pieces at around 9.5 g each; Jumbo lists a 14 g portion for its taai-taai figures.

Pupils who need to avoid gluten

Regular taai-taai made with wheat or rye is not a suitable choice. Even with a product explicitly labelled gluten-free, you still need to check for other allergens: the Consenza figures at Albert Heijn list oats and almonds.

Parents sharing a bag across several lunchtimes

For them, the bag size, number of portions and storage instructions all matter. A bag containing several pieces also needs to be portioned separately for what’s going to school that day.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, check that the allergens and packaging format suit the pupil and the school’s arrangements. Then decide how much taai-taai you want to pack for one lunch.

What to consider What to check when buying Who is it important for?
Portion size Check the weight in grams of one piece or portion, then pack the amount you want separately. Albert Heijn lists Bolletje at around 9.5 g per piece; Jumbo lists 14 g per portion. If you only want to pack one small piece for lunch, you won’t want to take a whole bag. Around 44% of consumers prioritise a measured portion.
Gluten and other allergens Read the current ingredients and allergen information. If you’re choosing a gluten-free product, check the other allergens listed too and ask about any relevant school arrangements. If a pupil needs to avoid gluten or another allergen, the label determines whether a product is suitable. For around 33% of consumers, this check comes first.
Bag size and availability Consider how many portions you want to get from the bag and check whether the variant you’ve chosen is available. Jumbo lists around 36 portions in its 500 g bag. If you’re packing for several lunchtimes, you’ll want to know how much will be left after one portion and whether you can buy the same variant again. This is a priority for around 23% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a multi-portion bag contains individually wrapped bars

    The Bolletje, Consenza, Jumbo and PLUS examples listed here are sold in bags. The outer packaging doesn’t mean that each piece is individually wrapped.

    Check the packaging format if you need individually wrapped portions. If you want to pack one portion from a bag, portion it out at home and use a clean, resealable container or bag.

  • Checking only for gluten

    As well as gluten-containing cereals, the regular examples list milk. According to Albert Heijn, the gluten-free Consenza figures list oats and almonds.

    Check the current allergen information for every product you choose. If a pupil has an individual allergy, check with their parent or carer what can be packed, and ask about the school’s arrangements where needed.

  • Assuming a product page confirms availability

    On its page for Bolletje Taai Taai Poppetjes 350 g, Jumbo says that this product is no longer available there. This doesn’t tell you which variants are available elsewhere.

    Check the retailer and exact product variant you’ve chosen before planning the lunch around it.

Brands compared

Bolletje

Taai-taai figures in a 350 g bag, designed to be portioned out at home.

  • Albert Heijn lists around 9.5 g per piece and 37 portions per bag.
  • The variant described by Albert Heijn contains wheat, rye and milk; check the packaging for other allergens too. Jumbo says that the 350 g variant shown on its site is no longer available.

Consenza

Taai-taai figures in a 125 g bag for anyone looking for a product explicitly labelled gluten-free.

  • Albert Heijn labels this variant gluten-free and organic.
  • The allergen information lists oats and almonds; the bag doesn’t contain individually wrapped bars.

Jumbo

Sint Taai Taai Figuurtjes in a 500 g bag for anyone who wants to portion out several servings at home.

  • Jumbo lists around 36 portions of 14 g and recommends storing the product in a cool, dry place.
  • The allergen information includes gluten, milk, rye and wheat; check the full details on the current packaging.

PLUS

Artisan taai taai biscuits in a 250 g bag.

  • PLUS recommends storing the bag in a cool, dry, dark place.
  • The product information lists wheat, rye and milk, as well as other allergens to check.

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Frequently asked questions

Can a pupil who needs to avoid gluten eat regular taai-taai?

Regular taai-taai made with gluten-containing cereals is not a suitable choice. The Bolletje, Jumbo and PLUS variants described here list wheat and/or rye. Look for a product explicitly labelled gluten-free, and check the current packaging for other relevant allergens too.

Is gluten-free taai-taai also free from other allergens?

No. Gluten-free doesn’t mean free from all allergens. For its gluten-free Consenza Taai Taai Poppetjes, Albert Heijn lists oats and almonds. So check the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging you buy.

How do I work out what counts as one small portion of taai-taai?

Use the weight per piece or portion for the product you’ve chosen to work out how much to pack. Albert Heijn lists Bolletje at around 9.5 g per piece, while Jumbo lists its figures at 14 g per portion. For comparison, Voedingscentrum lists 71 kcal and 7.5 g of sugars for a 20 g portion of taai-taai as a product category. For the nutritional value of a specific product, check its own packaging.

How should I store the rest of an opened bag?

Follow the storage instructions on the packaging you’ve chosen. Jumbo recommends storing its taai-taai in a cool, dry place; PLUS recommends a cool, dry, dark place. Pack the piece going to school separately in a clean, securely sealed lunchbox or bag.