Parents looking to pair wholemeal bread with a fun crust
The tiger crust makes the bread a familiar choice for tea time, but you’ll also want to know whether you’re buying a wholemeal or white variety, and how much fibre it contains.
Who is this choice important for?
Parents packing or sharing bread
For school, childcare or a playdate, check which allergens are in the exact loaf, whether it carries a warning about possible traces of other allergens, and what arrangements apply to the group.
Organisers of a small children’s gathering
You’ll want to serve the right portions without having lots of bread left over. A half loaf, pre-sliced loaf or individual tiger rolls may be a better fit for the number of children.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, decide whether the type of bread or allergens will narrow down your options. Then choose a size and preparation method that suit the occasion.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
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| Type of bread and fibre | Check whether the bread is described as wholemeal and compare the fibre per 100 g; the tiger crust doesn’t determine the type of bread. | I want to serve the fun crust, but make wholemeal bread my starting point. Around 42% of consumers give this type of bread top priority. |
| Allergens and school arrangements | Read the current label, including any warnings about possible allergens, and ask what arrangements the school or childcare setting follows. | If I’m sharing bread with other children, I want to know first whether it’s suitable for everyone. For around 33% of consumers, allergens and arrangements for sharing come first. |
| Portions and preparation | Compare a whole or half loaf with individual rolls; if you choose a bake-at-home option, check the preparation instructions. | For a small group, I want to be able to serve the bread easily and make sure it’s ready at the right time. This is the main concern for around 25% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming the tiger crust means the bread is wholemeal
Albert Heijn sells both wholemeal and white tiger bread. The crust doesn’t tell you which type of bread you’re buying.
Read the product description and compare the fibre per 100 g if that matters to your choice.
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Checking only whether gluten is listed
As well as grains containing gluten, other allergens may be relevant to the products described here. Possible traces vary from product to product.
Check the packaging of the exact loaf, and if someone has an allergy, discuss sharing it with their parent or carer and with the school or childcare setting.
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Buying a whole loaf without planning the portions
A whole loaf may be more than you need for tea time with a small group.
Work out how many portions you need in advance and consider a half loaf or individual rolls. Follow the product’s instructions for storing or freezing it.
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Relying on an ingredients list you looked at earlier
Albert Heijn and PLUS point out that product information can change. This is particularly important if a child needs to avoid certain ingredients.
Use online information to compare varieties, then check the packaging again when you buy.
Brands compared
Albert Heijn
Offers wholemeal and white tiger bread, making it easy to compare varieties within the same range.
- Product information includes details such as ingredients, allergens and nutritional values.
- Albert Heijn says product and allergen information can change, so check the current label.
Jumbo
Boeren Tijgerbrood Volkoren Half is an option if a half loaf is a better fit for your group.
- Jumbo lists 7.3 g of fibre per 100 g for this variety, and provides information about ingredients and allergens.
- This variety contains wheat and barley; also check the warning about possible traces of allergens.
ALDI
Boeren tijger volkoren is a whole, pre-sliced loaf.
- The product format is convenient if you want to portion out slices in advance.
- Check the ingredients and allergens on the packaging before sharing the bread.
PLUS
Offers whole and half wholemeal tiger loaves, including a part-baked Korenlanders half loaf.
- The product pages described provide information about ingredients, allergens and storage.
- The part-baked variety needs to be finished in the oven; check the preparation instructions and current label.
Lidl
Worth considering if you want to browse freshly baked bread in store.
- Lidl provides an overview of ingredients and allergens for its freshly baked bread range.
- The range varies by store, so check the information for the specific tiger bread in store.
Dirk
Lists packs of two tiger rolls and a whole white tiger loaf from Bakker van der Akker.
- The pack of two tiger rolls weighs 200 g in total, which can help when planning portions.
- Check the packaging of the product you choose for details of its ingredients and allergens.
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Frequently asked questions
Is tiger bread automatically wholemeal?
No, the tiger crust doesn’t tell you whether the bread is wholemeal. Albert Heijn sells both wholemeal and white tiger bread, so read the product description and compare the fibre per 100 g if needed. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends wholemeal and brown bread as options for children.
What should I check when packing tiger bread for school?
Check the current label on the exact loaf and find out what arrangements the school follows before packing or sharing it. The tiger breads described contain grains with gluten; other allergens may also be present or there may be a warning about possible traces, depending on the product.
What size is best for tea time with a small group of children?
A half loaf or individual tiger rolls can be handy if you only need a few portions. If you choose a bake-at-home option, allow time and oven space, and follow the preparation and storage instructions on the packaging.
Does all tiger bread contain iodine?
You can’t tell from the name tiger bread. Some of the products described list iodised salt or baker’s salt among their ingredients. If this information matters to your choice, check the ingredients list for the loaf you want to buy.