Breakfast shoppers watching their budget
You’re putting together an easy Mother’s Day breakfast and comparing a whole or half tiger loaf and rolls by quantity, current price and any promotional terms.
Who is this choice relevant to?
Families who care about the type of bread
You want to serve the bread after Mother’s Day too, so you’re checking whether it’s labelled wholemeal or brown, along with its nutritional information and ingredients.
Shoppers planning a small breakfast
You’re looking for tiger bread for a few people and want to choose a size that won’t leave too much over.
What should you consider when choosing?
Work out how many people are eating and whether you’ll use the bread afterwards. Then compare prices only for suitable sizes and check the label of the type you choose.
| What to consider | What to check | Who is it important to? |
|---|---|---|
| A price that suits your budget | Compare the current price for the quantity you need. For special offers, check the dates and product size. | For my Mother’s Day breakfast, I don’t want to spend more than I need to for the number of people eating. Around 42% of consumers say a suitable price is their top priority. |
| Type of bread and nutritional information | Read the product description and compare the stated fibre per 100 g. Also check the salt and allergens on the label. | If the bread will also be served on ordinary days, I want to be able to assess the type of bread and its nutritional information. This is the main consideration for around 33% of consumers. |
| Size and serving | Choose a whole or half loaf, or rolls, to suit the number of people eating. Check the storage and preparation instructions for the variety you choose. | When I’m serving a small group, I want to avoid having lots of bread left over. A suitable size is the top priority for around 25% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a special-offer price is the regular price
An offer may have ended by the time you do your Mother’s Day shopping. Online prices may also differ from in-store prices.
On the day you shop, check the price, size and offer terms for the exact loaf you want to buy.
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Assuming all tiger bread is nutritionally the same
The tiger-patterned crust doesn’t tell you whether the bread is white, brown or wholemeal. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, these types of bread differ in nutritional value.
Read the product description and ingredients list. Compare fibre values only when they’re given in the same unit, such as per 100 g.
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Guessing which type of salt is used from the bread’s name
The name tiger bread doesn’t tell you whether the ingredients list says baker’s salt or iodised salt; this varies by product.
If the iodine content matters to you, check the ingredients list for the specific variety.
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Buying a whole loaf for just a few people
A whole loaf may be more than you need for a small breakfast. Half loaves and rolls are different product formats, with different quantities.
Count how many people are eating beforehand and choose a suitable size. If you want to store the bread, follow the instructions on the packaging you choose.
Brands with relevant tiger bread varieties
Albert Heijn
The AH Tijger tarwe-maïs heel described is an 800 g white loaf with a tiger-patterned crust.
- The product information lists the ingredients and iodised salt.
- Check the label on the loaf you buy, as the ingredients may change.
Jumbo
The range described includes white, brown and wholemeal tiger bread, including half loaves.
- You can compare types of bread and sizes within the range.
- A standard loaf and a variety from a different product range aren’t necessarily the same product; check the name and weight.
Lidl
Lidl described a whole tiger-patterned wholemeal loaf as part of a limited-time in-store offer.
- The type of bread and whole-loaf size were stated as part of the offer.
- Don’t assume an earlier offer will be available when shopping for Mother’s Day; check the current range and terms.
ALDI
The Boeren tijger volkoren described is a whole, pre-sliced loaf.
- The product description clearly states the type of bread and size.
- If ingredients, allergens or nutritional values affect your choice, check the packaging of the variety you choose.
PLUS
The products described include a wholemeal tiger loaf and an individual white tiger roll.
- PLUS provides nutritional information and freezing instructions for its wholemeal loaf.
- Follow the storage instructions for the specific product: the tiger roll has different guidance from the whole loaf.
Dirk
Dirk described a whole white tiger loaf and a pack of two tiger rolls weighing 200 g in total.
- The different formats let you choose a quantity that suits your breakfast table.
- Compare a whole loaf and rolls by quantity, not just as separate products.
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Frequently asked questions
Does all tiger bread contain iodised salt?
Don’t assume so based on the name of the bread. The AH Tijger tarwe-maïs heel described lists iodised salt, while other tiger bread products are also listed as containing baker’s salt. Check the ingredients list for the variety you choose.
Should I choose white or wholemeal tiger bread for everyday use?
If you’ll also be serving the bread on ordinary days, a wholemeal or brown variety is worth considering. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, wholemeal and brown bread contain more nutrients than white bread. You should also check the nutritional information for the specific product.
Can I freeze tiger bread ahead of Mother’s Day?
Follow the instructions for the product you choose. PLUS says its Volkoren tijger heel can be frozen at home on the day of purchase and used within a month. For the PLUS tiger roll, the instructions say to store it at −18 °C and not to refreeze it after thawing.
Which allergens should I check in tiger bread?
Always check the label for the specific variety. The PLUS Korenlanders Boeren tijger wit described contains ingredients including wheat, soya and milk. Ingredients and allergen information may vary between loaves.