Who is this choice relevant to?

Households keeping an eye on fibre

You’re after a tiger crust, but want wholemeal bread for everyday meals. Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS list 6.7 g, 7.5 g and 6.4 g of fibre per 100 g respectively for the wholemeal tiger breads mentioned here.

People who prefer white bread

You want a tiger crust with a light, fluffy white crumb. Check the type of bread and the nutritional information: Albert Heijn lists 1.6 g of fibre per 100 g for Tijger wit half, while Jumbo lists 2.3 g per 100 g for Boeren Tijgerbrood Wit.

Shopping for a visit to meet the new baby

You’re buying rusks with aniseed sprinkles as a treat and want bread as well for household members or visitors. The main thing is how many slices will be eaten, so you can choose a suitable size or freeze some bread.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, decide who will be eating the tiger bread and when; buy rusks with aniseed sprinkles separately for the treat.

Wholemeal tiger bread

Best for: sandwiches where wholemeal bread is preferred.

Consider: the flavour and texture may not suit someone expecting white bread.

White tiger bread

Best for: people who mainly want a light, fluffy white sandwich with a tiger crust.

Consider: the white varieties mentioned list less fibre per 100 g than the wholemeal varieties mentioned.

White and wholemeal side by side

Best for: households where both types of bread are wanted.

Consider: buying two loaves could leave you with leftovers; choose sizes to suit the number of mealtimes.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Wholemeal and fibre Check whether the product description says wholemeal bread and compare the fibre content per 100 g. If I eat sandwiches made with this bread regularly, I want to know that I’m choosing genuinely wholemeal bread. Around 36% of consumers prioritise the type of wholemeal bread and its fibre content.
Preference for white bread Check whether the exact variety is described as white or wholemeal wheat bread. For a fussy eater, I’m mainly looking for the familiar, light and fluffy white sandwich. Around 29% of consumers prioritise this preference.
Quantity and storage Check whether a half loaf will be enough for the planned mealtimes and follow the storage advice on the packaging. As the treat for meeting the new baby is already covered by the rusks, I don’t want to buy more bread than we’ll eat. Getting the quantity right is the main concern for around 21% of consumers.
Ingredients and allergens Read the ingredients and allergen information for the exact variety; ask for allergen information if buying unwrapped bread. If someone eating with us needs to avoid certain ingredients or allergens, I need to be able to check the information for this bread. Around 14% of consumers prioritise these checks.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a tiger crust means the bread is wholemeal

    The crust doesn’t tell you whether the bread underneath is white or wholemeal. Albert Heijn and Jumbo offer both types, with different fibre values per 100 g.

    Read the type of bread in the product description and compare the nutritional information for the varieties you’re considering.

  • Buying tiger bread as a replacement for rusks with aniseed sprinkles

    Rusks with aniseed sprinkles are the traditional treat for a visit to meet a new baby. Tiger bread serves a different purpose, for example at breakfast or lunch.

    Separately from the treat, work out how much bread household members or visitors will actually need.

  • Judging allergens by the bread’s name alone

    The tiger breads mentioned contain gluten-containing cereals; the ingredients and any other allergens listed vary by variety.

    If someone has a relevant allergy, check the current packaging for the bread you’ve chosen. For bread that isn’t pre-packed, ask for allergen information.

  • Buying a whole loaf when you only need a few slices

    If the rusks are the main treat, you could end up with a whole extra loaf left over.

    Where suitable, choose a half loaf or freeze the bread in portions after buying it.

Brands compared

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn offers both a whole wholemeal tiger loaf and a half white tiger loaf. These are two separate loaves for anyone who wants both white and wholemeal bread.

  • Albert Heijn’s product information lists 6.7 g of fibre per 100 g for the wholemeal variety and 1.6 g per 100 g for the white variety.
  • Check the packaging when you buy it: Albert Heijn says product information may change.

Jumbo

Jumbo offers Boeren Tijgerbrood in separate white and wholemeal varieties.

  • Jumbo lists 7.5 g of fibre per 100 g for Boeren Tijger Volkoren and 2.3 g per 100 g for Boeren Tijgerbrood Wit.
  • Check the ingredients of the variety you choose: the wholemeal version lists rye and barley as well as wheat.

Lidl

Lidl offers a white wheat tiger roll. This is a smaller bread roll, not a whole white or wholemeal tiger loaf.

  • The product description says white wheat bread with a tiger crust.
  • Check the information supplied with the roll for its ingredients, allergens and nutritional value.

Aldi

Aldi offers whole farmhouse tiger loaves in white, brown and wholemeal varieties. Brown and wholemeal are listed as different product types.

  • The separate product names make it easy to look specifically for the type of bread you want.
  • Compare fibre and allergens using the nutritional information and ingredients for the exact variety.

PLUS

PLUS offers a whole wholemeal tiger loaf and a half, part-baked wholemeal variety.

  • PLUS lists 6.4 g of fibre per 100 g for both varieties mentioned.
  • PLUS says the half Korenlanders Boeren tijger volkoren loaf needs a further 10 minutes in the oven at 200 °C.

Dirk

Dirk offers Bakker van der Akker Boeren tijger wit heel as a white tiger bread loaf.

  • The product name makes it clear that this is a whole white tiger loaf.
  • To compare fibre or allergens, use the nutritional information and ingredients for the loaf you buy.

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Frequently asked questions

When should I choose wholemeal rather than white tiger bread?

Choose wholemeal if the type of bread and its fibre content are your priorities for everyday sandwiches. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends replacing white bread with wholemeal or brown bread as much as possible. If someone mainly wants white bread, you can cater for both preferences with two separate varieties.

Can I buy one tiger loaf that combines white and wholemeal bread?

Don’t assume that a loaf contains both types just because it’s called tiger bread. Albert Heijn and Jumbo offer separate white and wholemeal varieties. If you’re considering a mixed loaf, check the product description and ingredients to see what it actually contains.

Where can I check the allergens in tiger bread?

If someone eating with you has a relevant allergy, check the ingredients and allergen information for the exact variety. The breads mentioned contain gluten-containing cereals; if the bread isn’t pre-packed, ask the seller for its allergen information.

Can I assume tiger bread contains iodised baker’s salt?

No, don’t assume that it does. In a 2008 agreement, the Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sport described efforts to encourage the use of iodised salt in bread-making. If the type of salt used matters to you, check the ingredients for the specific loaf.

How can I avoid having leftover bread alongside the treat for meeting the new baby?

Choose a tiger loaf size to suit the number of sandwiches you expect to eat, and freeze any leftovers promptly. For wholemeal bread, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends keeping it for 2 to 4 days in a kitchen cupboard or 1 to 3 months in the freezer. Also follow the storage advice on the packaging.