Parents packing bread for school or childcare
What matters is whether the exact bread meets the allergen policies in place. Check the label on pre-packed tiger bread; for unpackaged bread, ask for allergen information.
Who might this choice be relevant to?
Families looking for wholemeal tiger bread
The tiger crust doesn’t tell you what type of bread it is. If you’re looking for wholemeal bread, compare the product description and the fibre content per 100 g. The wholemeal varieties reviewed from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS list 6.4 to 7.3 g of fibre per 100 g.
Shoppers checking a sourdough claim
If you’re specifically looking for sourdough bread, a sourdough ingredient on its own isn’t enough. The wholemeal tiger breads reviewed from Jumbo and PLUS list both baker’s yeast and inactivated sourdough powder.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start with the ingredients and any policies at your child’s school or childcare setting. Then compare the type of bread, check any sourdough claims and choose a quantity that suits the occasion.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Allergens and school policies | Read the allergen information for the exact bread, including any ‘may contain’ statements, and ask about the policies at your child’s school or childcare setting. | If I’m packing bread, I need to know whether the ingredients meet the relevant policies. For around 36% of consumers, checking allergens is the top priority. |
| Type of bread and fibre | Check whether the bread is labelled wholemeal and compare the stated fibre content per 100 g. | For a regular bread occasion, I want to be able to choose between a white and a wholemeal loaf. The type of bread is the first priority for around 29% of consumers. |
| Sourdough claims | Read the product description and ingredients list; if you’re unsure, ask the baker what the sourdough reference means for this bread. | If I’m specifically looking for sourdough bread, I don’t want to rely on the tiger crust or a single ingredient alone. Around 21% of consumers prioritise this question. |
| Portion and preparation | Compare whole loaves, half loaves and rolls, and check whether a bake-at-home product still needs to go in the oven. | For a small, quick occasion, I want a suitable quantity without any unexpected preparation. This practical consideration matters most to around 14% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming an ingredient containing sourdough means it’s sourdough bread
The wholemeal tiger breads reviewed from Jumbo and PLUS list baker’s yeast as well as inactivated wheat sourdough powder. This alone doesn’t prove that the bread was made using an artisanal sourdough process.
Look for a clear product description and, if sourdough is essential to your choice, ask the baker about the process used.
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Assuming the tiger crust means the bread is wholemeal
The white Jumbo variety reviewed lists 2.3 g of fibre per 100 g, while the wholemeal half loaf reviewed lists 7.3 g per 100 g. The crust doesn’t tell you what type of bread you’re buying.
Read the product description and compare the nutritional information per 100 g.
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Assuming all tiger bread contains iodised salt
The Dutch government encourages the use of iodised salt in bread-making, but that doesn’t tell you which type of salt is used in a particular tiger bread.
Check the ingredients list for the exact bread if the type of salt used matters to you.
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Assuming bake-at-home rolls are ready to serve
According to PLUS, PLUS Tijgerbollen need 6 to 8 minutes in a preheated oven at 200 °C.
Choose bread that’s already baked if you want to serve it straight away, or plan ahead and bake it first.
Baking at home also takes preparation and requires an available oven.
Brands to consider
Albert Heijn
AH Tijger volkoren heel is a whole wholemeal tiger loaf you can include in your comparison.
- Albert Heijn lists 6.7 g of fibre and 0.9 g of salt per 100 g.
- The ingredients information lists cereals containing gluten, including barley, rye and wheat, and possible traces of, among others, milk, sesame, soya and oats. Check the current label.
Jumbo
The boeren-tijgerbroden from Jumbo reviewed here come in white and wholemeal varieties for comparison.
- Jumbo lists 7.3 g of fibre per 100 g for the wholemeal half loaf and 2.3 g per 100 g for the white variety reviewed.
- The ingredients lists reviewed include baker’s yeast and inactivated wheat sourdough powder; this doesn’t prove that the bread was made using an artisanal sourdough process. Check the allergens for each variety too.
PLUS
At PLUS, you can compare options such as a whole wholemeal tiger loaf and tiger rolls to bake at home.
- PLUS lists 6.4 g of fibre per 100 g for Volkoren tijger heel.
- Check the allergen information for the wholemeal bread. PLUS Tijgerbollen aren’t ready to serve straight away: the preparation instructions say to bake them in an oven at 200 °C for 6 to 8 minutes.
ALDI
ALDI describes Boeren tijger volkoren as a whole, pre-sliced loaf.
- A whole, pre-sliced loaf may be a useful option if you’re making several sandwiches.
- Check the ingredients, allergens, nutritional information and any sourdough claims on the packaging of the exact bread.
Lidl
Lidl describes its tiger roll as a white wheat roll with a tiger crust.
- The roll is an individual portion for anyone who doesn’t need a whole loaf.
- Check the ingredients and allergen information for the exact roll before choosing it for school or childcare.
Dirk
Dirk lists a pack of 1 de Beste Tijgerbollen containing two rolls, with a total weight of 200 g.
- The stated pack size makes it easier to choose a quantity that suits the occasion.
- Check the ingredients, allergens and preparation instructions on the pack before choosing these rolls.
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Frequently asked questions
Is tiger bread containing sourdough automatically gluten-free?
No. A sourdough claim doesn’t make bread containing wheat, rye or barley gluten-free. If you need a gluten-free product, check that the exact bread is explicitly labelled as such and read its allergen information.
Does all tiger bread contain iodised baker’s salt?
You can’t tell from the type of bread. The Dutch government encourages the use of iodised salt in bread-making; check the ingredients list for the salt used in the individual product.
What should I check before sending tiger bread to school?
Check the bread’s current allergen information and ask the school or childcare setting about its policies. If the bread is unpackaged, ask the seller for allergen information.
Can I freeze tiger bread for another family occasion?
Follow the storage instructions for the exact bread. PLUS says that Volkoren tijger heel can be frozen on the day of purchase and should be used within one month; don’t assume the same instructions apply to other products.