People buying bread for a group
If you’re expecting several guests, the size and weight of a loaf can help you work out how much to buy for what you plan to serve.
Who is this choice relevant to?
Shoppers keeping an eye on fibre
Want to serve tiger bread and find fibre content an important factor in your choice? Compare the nutritional information per 100 g for white and wholemeal varieties.
Hosts who want to bake rolls at home
Tiger rolls to bake at home are an option if you want individual portions just before eating, as long as you take the oven instructions and available space into account.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you want to serve slices from a whole loaf or individual rolls. Then compare the weight, nutritional information and any baking instructions for the varieties that fit the bill.
| What to consider | Check | Most relevant to |
|---|---|---|
| How much you need for your group | Check whether you’re buying a whole loaf, half a loaf or rolls, and compare the total weight. | If I’m putting bread out for several guests, I want to know how much I’m actually buying. For around 42% of consumers, quantity is the most important factor when choosing. |
| Wholemeal and fibre | Check the product description and compare the stated fibre per 100 g. | I want the tiger crust, but when choosing bread I prioritise a wholemeal variety with a stated fibre content. That’s the main consideration for around 33% of consumers. |
| Individual portions | Check the number of rolls and the baking and storage instructions. | If I want to bake rolls just before eating, I need to fit them into my oven schedule. This way of serving bread is the deciding factor for around 25% of consumers. |
Pitfalls to avoid when buying tiger bread
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Assuming every pack contains the same amount
A whole loaf, half a loaf and a pack of rolls to bake at home can vary in weight and number of portions. So the number of packs tells you little about how much bread you’ll be serving.
Check the total weight and number of items before working out how much you need for your guests.
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Confusing white, brown and wholemeal bread
The type of bread matters if you’re keeping an eye on fibre. Albert Heijn lists 6,7 g of fibre per 100 g for AH Tijger volkoren heel; PLUS lists 6,4 g per 100 g for PLUS Volkoren tijger heel. Jumbo lists 2,3 g per 100 g for its white Boeren Tijgerbrood.
Check the product description and nutritional information per 100 g, rather than judging by the colour of the bread alone.
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Assuming all tiger bread contains iodine
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bakers aren’t required to use baker’s salt when making bread. So you can’t tell which salt has been used just from the name ‘tiger bread’.
If it matters to your choice, check the ingredients for baker’s salt or iodised salt. For unpackaged bread, ask the retailer.
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Choosing rolls to bake at home without planning for the oven
PLUS recommends baking its Tijgerbollen for 6 to 8 minutes in a preheated oven. So baking them just before serving means you’ll need a free slot in the oven.
Read the instructions for your chosen rolls and plan their baking around the other barbecue dishes.
Brands to consider
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn stocks, among other options, whole white and wholemeal tiger bread.
- AH Tijger volkoren heel lists 6,7 g of fibre per 100 g.
- When buying, check the current ingredients and nutritional information for the variety you’ve chosen.
Jumbo
Jumbo offers farmer’s tiger bread in a range of types and sizes.
- Its white Boeren Tijgerbrood is also available as half a loaf, which may be useful if you need fewer slices.
- The whole white Boeren Tijgerbrood lists 2,3 g of fibre per 100 g. Compare the nutritional information if fibre is your main priority.
Lidl
Lidl is a handy option if you want to pick up bread on the day of your barbecue.
- Lidl says that almost all its stores have an in-store bakery.
- The freshly baked range can vary from store to store, so check which types of bread are available in your local branch.
ALDI
ALDI lists whole farmer’s tiger loaves in white, brown and wholemeal varieties.
- The varieties listed give you a choice of different types of bread.
- Check the nutritional information and allergen details on the packaging for the loaf you choose.
PLUS
PLUS sells both whole loaves of tiger bread and tiger rolls to bake at home.
- PLUS Volkoren tijger heel lists 6,4 g of fibre per 100 g, while the Tijgerbollen offer a different way to serve bread.
- You’ll need to follow the oven instructions for the Tijgerbollen and allow time to bake them.
Dirk
Dirk lists a whole white farmer’s tiger loaf and tiger rolls to bake at home.
- The 1 de Beste Tijgerbollen pack contains two rolls with a total weight of 200 g.
- Check the nutritional information and allergen details on the packaging for the bread you choose.
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Frequently asked questions
Does all tiger bread contain iodised baker’s salt?
No, you can’t assume that every tiger bread is made with it. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that bread doesn’t have to be made with baker’s salt, so check the label for baker’s salt or iodised salt.
Can I buy tiger bread in advance for a barbecue?
Yes, as long as you can store your chosen bread according to the instructions until the barbecue. Check the packaging before freezing bread or buying rolls to bake at home in advance; instructions can vary by product.
What should I look for when it comes to gluten and other allergens?
Check the allergen information for the specific tiger bread before serving it. Jumbo’s white Boeren Tijgerbrood mentioned above contains wheat and cereals containing gluten. Don’t assume other varieties have the same ingredients just from their name or crust.