Who is this guide for?

Small Easter lunch gatherings

If you’re buying bread for a small group, half a loaf may be a better fit for the amount you need. PLUS lists a 400 g white half-loaf of tiger bread; check whether the option you choose is sliced when you buy it.

Anyone keeping an eye on fibre

If you want to compare white, brown and wholemeal tiger bread, check the type of bread and the fibre content per 100 g. The Voedingscentrum points out that wholemeal bread in particular is high in fibre.

Anyone looking for pre-sliced bread

If you want to add toppings straight away, look for wording such as ‘sliced’ or ‘pre-sliced’. ALDI describes its whole boeren-tijgervolkorenbrood as pre-sliced, but this doesn’t tell you how thick the slices are.

What should you look for when choosing?

Decide how much bread you need and what type you’d like. Then check the packaging of your chosen loaf for how it’s sliced and, if it matters to you, the allergens.

What to consider What to check when buying Who is it most important for?
Loaf size Check whether it’s a half or whole loaf and look at the weight on the packaging. For a small Easter lunch, I want enough slices for everyone without having lots of bread left over. Loaf size is the top priority for around 29% of consumers.
Type of bread and fibre Check whether the bread is wholemeal and compare the fibre content per 100 g on the label. If fibre is a key factor for me, I want to know more than just the colour of the bread. Type of bread and fibre are the top priorities for around 29% of consumers.
Slicing Look for ‘sliced’ or ‘pre-sliced’; ask about the slice thickness if you want medium-thick slices. I don’t want to have to slice a loaf myself just before adding the toppings. Ease of serving matters most to around 21% of consumers.
Up-to-date product information Read the allergen information on the packaging of the exact product and check what your local shop stocks. When I’m buying bread for guests, I want to be able to check the current ingredients and allergen information for that loaf. Product information is the top priority for around 21% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a whole loaf is unsliced

    ‘Whole’ describes the size of the loaf, not necessarily whether it’s sliced: ALDI describes its whole boeren-tijgervolkorenbrood as pre-sliced.

    Check the packaging or ask at the bakery counter whether the loaf is sliced. If slice thickness matters for your lunch, ask about that too.

  • Mistaking a brown colour or tiger crust for wholemeal

    The crust doesn’t tell you whether a loaf is wholemeal. According to the Voedingscentrum, wholemeal bread in particular is high in fibre. Jumbo lists 2,3 g of fibre per 100 g for its Boeren Tijgerbrood Wit, while Albert Heijn lists 1,6 g per 100 g for AH Tijger wit heel.

    Look for the ‘wholemeal’ description on the product and compare the fibre content per 100 g of the loaves you’re considering.

  • Relying on an allergen list you read earlier

    Ingredients and allergens vary between products, and product information can change. So the label on a tiger loaf you bought before isn’t a substitute for checking the loaf you’re choosing now.

    Before buying, read the allergen information on the current packaging of the exact product.

Brands to consider

These shops stock a range of tiger breads. Before your Easter lunch, check the range and opening times of the shop you plan to visit.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists products including AH Tijger wit heel and tijgerbrood tarwe.

  • For AH Tijger wit heel, Albert Heijn publishes ingredients, allergens and nutritional information, including 1,6 g of fibre per 100 g and iodised salt in the ingredients list.
  • For the product you choose, check separately whether it’s sliced and how thick the slices are.

Jumbo

Jumbo stocks Boeren Tijgerbrood Wit alongside other types of bread in its bakery range.

  • Information for Boeren Tijgerbrood Wit lists its ingredients, allergens and fibre content of 2,3 g per 100 g.
  • If you’re after medium-thick slices, ask how thick this tiger bread is sliced.

Lidl

Lidl lists tijgerbruin and tijgervolkoren, both as 800 g loaves.

  • These products give you a choice of brown or wholemeal tiger bread.
  • Check the information by the bread in store for ingredients, allergens and how it’s sliced.

ALDI

ALDI lists boeren-tijgerbrood in white, brown and wholemeal varieties, and offers half and whole loaves in its bread range.

  • ALDI describes its whole boeren-tijgervolkorenbrood as pre-sliced.
  • Check the slice thickness and the label on the product you buy.

PLUS

PLUS lists Korenlanders boeren tijger wit half as a 400 g loaf.

  • A half-loaf is a practical option if you’re buying for a smaller group.
  • Check whether your chosen loaf is sliced; ‘half’ only refers to the amount of bread.

Dirk

Dirk lists Bakker van der Akker boeren tijgerbruin heel.

  • This product is a whole loaf of brown tiger bread.
  • When buying this loaf, check how it’s sliced, as well as the ingredients and allergens.

Tiger bread on Joybuy

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Frequently asked questions

Is a whole tiger loaf always unsliced?

No. ALDI also describes its whole boeren-tijgervolkorenbrood as pre-sliced. Check how it’s sliced separately from the loaf size, and ask about the slice thickness if you’re looking for medium-thick slices.

What should I check if I have allergies?

Read the allergen information on the current packaging of the exact tiger bread you’re buying. For Boeren Tijgerbrood Wit, Jumbo lists wheat and gluten and also warns that the product may contain, among other things, milk, nuts, sesame and soya. Other varieties may have different ingredients.

How should I store tiger bread until Easter lunch?

Follow the storage instructions on the packaging of your chosen loaf. Jumbo and PLUS recommend storing their listed tiger breads in a cool, dark place.