Who is this choice relevant to?

Nursery practitioner following an allergy protocol

Wants to check the ingredients and allergens in the chosen bread against the group’s requirements, including any warnings about cross-contamination.

Person responsible for buying daily lunches

Needs bread that’s practical to portion and store. The loaf size, slices and storage advice all matter when preparing several lunches.

Carer who pays attention to the type of bread

Wants to pair the tiger crust with a considered choice between white and wholemeal bread. Voedingscentrum highlights the fibre in wholemeal and brown bread for children.

What should you look for when choosing?

Start with the group’s allergy requirements. Then compare the type of bread, check the actual slices, and choose a size and storage method that suit your lunch preparation.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Allergens Compare the current label with the group’s requirements; ask for allergen information if buying unpackaged bread. When I buy bread for children with allergy requirements, I need to be able to assess the ingredients and possible cross-contamination for each product. Around 36% of consumers put this check first.
Type of bread and fibre Check whether the bread is white or wholemeal, and compare the fibre per 100 g in the nutritional information. For a regular lunch, I want to know which type of bread I’m serving, not just what the crust looks like. For around 29% of consumers, the type of bread and its fibre content are the main consideration.
Slices and portions Check whether the bread is pre-sliced and whether the slices are suitable for the portions the group serves. When I’m preparing several lunches, I want to be able to portion the bread without awkward adjustments. Around 21% of consumers prioritise practical slices and portions.
Stock and storage Choose a suitable whole or half loaf, and read the storage and any freezing advice on the packaging. When I’m planning bread for several consecutive lunch days, I want to know what size loaf I can store and how to store it. For around 14% of consumers, planning stock is the priority.

Common misconceptions

  • The tiger crust tells you what type of bread it is

    The crust is found on both white and wholemeal varieties. Jumbo lists 2,3 g of fibre per 100 g for Boeren Tijgerbrood Wit and 7,3 g per 100 g for Boeren Tijgerbrood Volkoren Half.

    Check the type of bread on the packaging and compare the nutritional information per 100 g rather than judging by the crust or colour.

  • You only need to check for wheat and gluten

    The white and wholemeal products mentioned from Jumbo and PLUS contain gluten-containing cereals; any other allergens or warnings listed vary by product.

    Compare the current label with the group’s requirements and also check for warnings about the possible presence of other allergens.

  • Pre-sliced automatically means medium-sliced

    ALDI describes Boeren tijger volkoren heel as pre-sliced. That description doesn’t tell you how thick the slices are.

    Check the slices in the loaf you’ve chosen before assuming they’re suitable for your usual portions.

  • All tiger bread contains iodised salt

    Voedingscentrum describes bread made with bakers’ salt as a source of iodine, but the type of salt used can vary from one loaf to another. Albert Heijn lists iodised salt in AH Tijger wit heel.

    For packaged bread, read the ingredients list. If buying unpackaged bread, ask which type of salt has been used.

Brands compared

These product ranges show the information you can compare. For lunch, always check the packaging of the specific variety you’re buying.

Albert Heijn

AH Tijger wit heel is an example of white tiger bread.

  • Albert Heijn lists ingredients, allergens and nutritional information; this loaf contains 1,6 g of fibre per 100 g.
  • This is a white variety. Check the current ingredients and label when you buy it.

Jumbo

Jumbo sells Boeren Tijgerbrood Wit and Boeren Tijgerbrood Volkoren Half: two different types of bread with a tiger crust.

  • Jumbo lists 2,3 g of fibre per 100 g for the white variety and 7,3 g per 100 g for the half wholemeal variety.
  • Both products mentioned contain wheat and gluten. Check the other allergens and the slices in the variety you choose.

Lidl

Lidl publishes an ingredients and allergens overview for its fresh-from-the-oven bread range.

  • The overview is a useful starting point for finding information about fresh-from-the-oven bread.
  • For the specific tiger bread, also check the type of bread, the slices and the latest allergen information.

ALDI

ALDI describes Boeren tijger volkoren heel as a pre-sliced wholemeal loaf.

  • The ‘pre-sliced’ description is useful when you’re preparing portions for a group lunch.
  • Check the slices and allergens on the packaging before choosing this loaf for the group.

PLUS

PLUS sells both Volkoren tijger heel and Korenlanders Boeren tijger volkoren 1/2.

  • For the varieties mentioned, PLUS provides product information and advice on freezing at home on the day of purchase.
  • The products mentioned contain wheat and barley. Read the latest allergen information and follow the storage advice on the packaging you choose.

Dirk

Dirk sells Bakker van der Akker Boeren tijger wit heel, a white tiger bread variety.

  • The product name makes clear that it’s a whole white tiger loaf.
  • Before serving it at a group lunch, check the ingredients, allergens and slices on the current product.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I check allergens in unpackaged tiger bread?

Ask for allergen information about the specific loaf before buying it. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says consumers must be informed about the allergens present; for prepacked bread, this information is on the label. Then check the information against the nursery’s requirements.

Is tiger bread suitable for a gluten-free or wheat-free lunch?

The white and wholemeal tiger breads from Jumbo and PLUS mentioned here aren’t suitable: according to their product information, they contain wheat and gluten. Only assess other breads using the latest product information and the requirements for the child concerned.

For a daily lunch, what’s the difference between wholemeal and white tiger bread?

Voedingscentrum recommends wholemeal and brown bread for children because of the fibre. For the products mentioned, Jumbo lists 7,3 g of fibre per 100 g for Boeren Tijgerbrood Volkoren Half, compared with 2,3 g per 100 g for Boeren Tijgerbrood Wit. Choosing wholemeal doesn’t replace checking for allergens.

Does tiger bread always contain iodised salt?

No, don’t assume so based on the type of bread alone. Voedingscentrum explains that bread made with bakers’ salt can provide iodine; for example, Albert Heijn lists iodised salt in AH Tijger wit heel. Check the ingredients of the bread you’re buying or, if it’s unpackaged, ask what type of salt has been used.