Which size is right for you?

Households with several people at breakfast

A whole loaf could be a good choice when several people are eating. Work out roughly how many slices you’ll need beforehand, so the amount you choose suits your breakfast.

One- and two-person households

A half loaf can be more practical if you’re unlikely to finish a whole one. Compare the sizes available, and only consider freezing if the information for your chosen variant says it’s suitable.

Breakfast lovers looking for wholemeal bread

The tiger crust doesn’t tell you whether the bread is white, brown or wholemeal. Check the product name, ingredients and nutritional information for the variant you’re buying.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, work out how much bread you’ll get through at the weekend breakfast, then choose between white, brown and wholemeal. If you have questions about specific ingredients, check the label on the individual loaf.

What to consider What to check Who it matters to
Whole loaf The size and how many slices you’ll use at breakfast. If several people are eating, I want enough bread for everyone without having to open a second loaf. Having enough bread for the group is the main priority for around 50% of consumers.
Half loaf Whether a half-size variant is available and the storage advice on the packaging. When I’m making breakfast for one or two people, I want to avoid having much bread left over. A suitably small portion is the main concern for around 30% of consumers.
Type of bread and label Whether it’s described as white, brown or wholemeal; for specific needs, check the ingredients and allergens too. I want to know which type of bread I’m buying and what’s in that particular variant. Around 20% of consumers give this information the highest priority.

Common mistakes

  • Choosing a whole loaf without estimating how much you’ll use

    For a small breakfast, some bread may go uneaten, even if the loaf looks like the right size in the shop.

    Choose a portion that suits the number of people eating. If you’d like to freeze some, follow the storage advice for that specific variant. PLUS says its half-size Korenlanders farmhouse tiger wholemeal variant can be frozen at home on the day of purchase.

  • Assuming the tiger crust means the bread is wholemeal

    Tiger bread is also available in white and brown varieties, so the crust alone won’t tell you what type of bread it is.

    Look for ‘wholemeal’ in the product name and check the ingredients and nutritional information for the variant you’ve chosen.

  • Assuming every loaf contains baker’s salt or has the same allergen information

    According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, using baker’s salt in bread is not compulsory. Ingredients and allergen information need to be checked for each product.

    Read the current label on the bread you’re buying, especially if a particular ingredient or allergen matters to your choice.

Brands and supermarket ranges to explore

These ranges give you an idea of the sizes and types of bread you may come across. Always check the details for the variant you actually choose.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists AH Tiger Wholemeal Whole Loaf in its bread range.

  • A wholemeal loaf to consider if you’re making breakfast for several people.
  • Check the current product information for this variant before buying.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists whole farmhouse tiger loaves in white, brown and wholemeal varieties, as well as half-size white and brown loaves.

  • At Jumbo, you can compare both loaf size and type of bread.
  • Don’t assume the type of bread from the tiger crust; check the name of each variant.

Lidl

Lidl lists a whole tiger wholemeal floor loaf.

  • A wholemeal option if you’re looking for a full loaf.
  • Check the information displayed with the loaf you choose in store.

ALDI

ALDI lists whole farmhouse tiger loaves in white and wholemeal varieties.

  • Two clearly labelled types of bread in the same whole-loaf size.
  • Choose based on the type of bread you want, not just how it looks.

PLUS

PLUS lists, among other products, a half-size Korenlanders farmhouse tiger wholemeal variant and a whole white tiger loaf.

  • According to PLUS product information, the half-size wholemeal variant weighs 400 g and contains 6,4 g of fibre per 100 g.
  • The half-size wholemeal loaf and the whole white loaf differ in both portion size and type of bread, so compare the nutritional information for each variant.

Dirk

Dirk lists Bakker van der Akker Boeren Tijger Wit Heel.

  • A clearly labelled whole white loaf for a breakfast with several people.
  • If you’re looking for brown or wholemeal bread, check the type of bread for your chosen alternative separately.

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Frequently asked questions

Is all tiger bread made with baker’s salt?

No. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, using baker’s salt in bread is not compulsory. Check the label of the variant you’ve chosen to see whether baker’s salt is listed as an ingredient.

If I have coeliac disease, can I rely on the name ‘tiger bread’?

No. The name doesn’t tell you which gluten-containing cereals a particular variant contains. Check the ingredients and allergen information for the exact loaf. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says allergens must be declared on the label.