Which option works best for you?

A short drive when you only need a little bread

If you’re only taking a few sandwiches, half a tiger loaf may be a better fit for the amount you need than a whole loaf.

Prefer wholemeal bread on the road

If you specifically want to take wholemeal bread, check the product description. A tiger crust doesn’t tell you whether the bread is white or wholemeal.

Plan ahead and freeze in portions

If you buy bread before you set off, you can freeze it in portions at home and take only what you expect to use. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends freezing bread in portions to help reduce waste.

What should you look for when choosing?

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Quantity and leftovers Check whether half a loaf or a whole loaf suits the number of portions you want to take. For a short drive, I want enough bread for the journey without coming home with lots left over. Around 33% of consumers prioritise choosing the right amount.
Wholemeal and fibre Check whether the exact variety is wholemeal and, where listed, compare the fibre content per 100 g. Even if half a white loaf is the right amount, I’d rather choose a wholemeal option. Around 27% of consumers prioritise the type of bread and its fibre content.
Portions for the journey Check whether you can take the slices with you as they are or whether you need to bake the tiger rolls first. If I’m stopping somewhere without an oven, I want bread I can prepare sandwiches with in advance and divide up easily. Around 20% of consumers prioritise convenient portions.
Storing it in advance Follow the storage instructions on the packaging and, if needed, freeze portions on the day you buy it. If I do my food shopping days before setting off, I don’t want to have to use all the bread at once. Around 20% of consumers give top priority to storing bread in portions.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a tiger crust means the bread is wholemeal

    Tiger bread comes in both white and wholemeal varieties, so the crust doesn’t tell you which type of bread you’re buying.

    Check the product description for the exact variety. If you want to compare fibre, look at the nutritional information per 100 g.

  • Taking bake-at-home tiger rolls without planning for an oven

    PLUS Tijgerbollen need to be baked, so they’re not the same as bread you can make sandwiches with and take along without any preparation.

    Check whether you can use an oven before you set off or at your destination.

  • Taking more fresh bread than you’ll use

    Bread you don’t use in time can go stale or spoil. For wholemeal bread, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s Storage Guide recommends 2–4 days in a bread bin or kitchen cupboard and 1–3 months in the freezer.

    Divide the bread up in advance and freeze any portions you won’t need soon. Also follow the instructions on the packaging.

Brands to consider

Jumbo

Jumbo lists both half a white tiger loaf and a separate wholemeal variety.

  • Half a white loaf may be a good fit if you only need a little for a short drive.
  • Check the type of bread: the white variety isn’t wholemeal.

Lidl

Lidl lists a whole tiger wholemeal farmhouse loaf for in-store purchase.

  • A whole wholemeal loaf is an option if you want to take more portions or divide it up at home.
  • Check that this variety is available at your store before you set off.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists AH Tijger wit hf as a 400 g half loaf of white wheat bread.

  • The half-size pack is a practical option if a whole loaf would be too much.
  • This white bread isn’t a substitute for a wholemeal variety if you specifically want wholemeal.

PLUS

PLUS lists half a wholemeal tiger loaf and separate bake-at-home tiger rolls.

  • The 400 g half wholemeal loaf combines a smaller pack with the type of bread you’re looking for.
  • The tiger rolls need to be baked in an oven, so don’t choose them if you want bread you can take with you without any preparation.

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Frequently asked questions

Is tiger bread always wholemeal?

No. Tiger bread is available in both white and wholemeal varieties. Check the product description for the variety you want to take with you.

How can I keep tiger bread fresh until I set off?

Freeze any bread you won’t use soon in portions, and take only the amount you need out of the freezer. For wholemeal bread, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s Storage Guide recommends 2–4 days in a bread bin or kitchen cupboard and 1–3 months in the freezer. Also follow the instructions on your bread’s packaging.

Which allergens should I check in tiger bread?

Check the allergen information on the packaging for the exact variety. Don’t assume it has the same ingredients or warnings as another tiger bread, even if the name looks similar.

Does all tiger bread contain iodised salt?

Don’t assume it does. PLUS lists iodised salt in its bake-at-home tiger rolls; for other tiger bread, check the ingredients list for that specific product.