Which type of tiger bread is right for you?

Holidaymakers looking for wholemeal bread for lunch

If tiger bread will be on the table on several days, you can compare the product description and fibre per 100 g, as well as the crust and crumb.

Hosts planning a summer lunch or get-together

For a meal of filled sandwiches or a sharing platter, your choice may depend on the combination of crisp crust and light or soft crumb you’re looking for.

Shoppers who want to avoid leftover bread

For a small group or several mealtimes, it’s helpful to work out the number of portions in advance and check what you can freeze.

What to look for when choosing tiger bread

First, decide whether the bread is for lunches, a single occasion or several days. Then compare the product description and the quantity you’ll need. For bake-at-home bread, check the preparation instructions too.

What to consider What to check Who it matters to
Fibre and type of bread Check whether the product description says wholemeal and compare the fibre per 100 g on the packaging. If I’m taking bread for several lunches, I want to know which variety is wholemeal and how the fibre content differs. Around 33% of consumers prioritise this choice.
Crust and crumb Compare the descriptions of white and brown varieties; the tiger crust alone doesn’t tell you what type of bread it is. For a summer get-together, I’m mainly looking for a crust and crumb that suit the way I want to serve the bread. Around 25% of consumers prioritise this occasion.
Storage and baking Read the storage instructions and, for bake-at-home bread, check that you have a suitable oven. When we’re eating over several days, I want to be able to portion the bread or bake it just before a meal. This is the top priority for around 25% of consumers.
Portion size Compare the number of items or the pack weight with the number of people and mealtimes. For a small holiday group, I don’t want to take more bread than we can eat or store. The quantity needed is the top priority for around 17% of consumers.

Common mistakes when choosing

  • Assuming a dark or crisp crust means the bread is wholemeal

    The tiger crust and colour don’t tell you whether the bread is wholemeal. The Voedingscentrum distinguishes between white bread and wholemeal or brown bread in its nutritional guidance.

    If you prefer wholemeal, look for that in the product description, then compare the fibre per 100 g.

  • Assuming all tiger bread contains baker’s salt

    According to the Voedingscentrum, using baker’s salt in bread isn’t compulsory. So the name tiger bread won’t tell you which type of salt has been used.

    Check the ingredients list for baker’s salt or iodised salt, or ask your baker.

  • Buying a whole loaf without a plan for the leftovers

    If you’re a small group or eating at different times, you could end up with leftover bread that goes stale.

    Choose a size that suits your needs and freeze any portions you won’t use soon. Follow the storage instructions on the packaging.

  • Taking bake-at-home rolls without checking for an oven and allergens

    Bake-at-home tiger rolls need to be prepared just before eating. The allergens vary from product to product.

    Check that you’ll have access to an oven, and read both the preparation instructions and the latest allergen information on the packaging before you buy.

Brands with relevant tiger bread options

These product examples show the types and sizes of bread you can compare. Check the current packaging and range at the shop where you’re buying.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists options including AH Tijger volkoren heel and Tijgerbrood tarwe.

  • Albert Heijn’s product information states that AH Tijger volkoren heel contains more than 6 g of fibre per 100 g.
  • If you choose a specific variety, check its ingredients, allergens and nutritional information on the packaging again.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists farmhouse-style tiger bread options, including Boeren Tijger Volkoren.

  • Jumbo states that Boeren Tijger Volkoren contains 7,5 g of fibre per 100 g.
  • Check which varieties are available at your local shop and read the latest ingredients and allergen information on the label.

Lidl

At Lidl, look out for the difference between tiger wholemeal floor bread and Tijgerbruin.

  • Lidl describes Tijgerbruin as having a soft crumb and a thin, crisp tiger crust.
  • If you’re choosing based on fibre, salt or allergens, use the nutritional information and ingredients on the product label.

ALDI

ALDI lists farmhouse-style tiger bread in white and wholemeal varieties.

  • ALDI describes Boeren tijger wit as light white bread with a crisp crust; the wholemeal variety listed is pre-sliced.
  • Don’t assume a variety’s nutritional value or allergens from its crust or the name boeren tijger; check the label instead.

PLUS

PLUS lists both Volkoren tijger heel and bake-at-home Tijgerbollen, for different occasions.

  • PLUS states that Volkoren tijger heel contains 6,4 g of fibre per 100 g and uses baker’s salt. For Tijgerbollen, PLUS recommends baking for 6–8 minutes in a preheated oven.
  • You’ll need an oven to serve the rolls. Also check the preparation instructions and allergens on the packaging you buy.

Dirk

Dirk lists Bakker van der Akker Boeren tijger wit heel and 1 de Beste Tijgerbollen.

  • According to Dirk, a pack of 1 de Beste Tijgerbollen contains two rolls with a total weight of 200 g, making it a handy size to have alongside a whole loaf.
  • For ingredients, allergens and nutritional information, read the details for the variety you’re actually buying.

Tiger bread products at Joybuy

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Frequently asked questions about tiger bread

Is tiger bread always wholemeal?

No, the tiger crust doesn’t automatically make bread wholemeal. Check the product description and ingredients. If you want to compare the fibre content of different varieties, look at the nutritional information per 100 g.

Does tiger bread always contain iodine from baker’s salt?

No, according to the Voedingscentrum, bread doesn’t have to be baked with baker’s salt. Check the ingredients list for baker’s salt or iodised salt, or ask your baker which type of salt has been used.

How should I store bread for a holiday lasting several days?

Divide any bread you won’t eat soon into portions and freeze them. The Voedingscentrum recommends storing wholemeal bread for 2–4 days in a kitchen cupboard or 1–3 months in the freezer. Also follow the storage instructions on your packaging.

Do tiger rolls always need to be baked at home?

It depends on the variety. Before buying, check whether you’re getting bake-at-home rolls and how they need to be prepared. For PLUS Tijgerbollen, PLUS recommends 6–8 minutes in a preheated oven. For other products, follow the instructions on the packaging.

Which allergens should I check in tiger bread?

Check the allergen information for the specific variety, even if you’ve bought the same type of tiger bread before. For Korenlanders Boeren tijger wit heel, PLUS lists wheat, soya and milk, among other allergens. This information doesn’t automatically apply to other tiger bread.