Toastie and croque monsieur makers
You’re looking for evenly shaped slices to make a filled, toasted sandwich. First, decide whether toastie bread suits your dish, then check how thick the slices actually are.
Who are these types of bread for?
People sharing nibbles
You want to serve small portions of white bread with toppings or dips. Sliced party bread is a different option from large slices for a toasted sandwich.
Shoppers who check the nutrition information too
You’re choosing bread for this dinner, but also want to compare its fibre per 100 g with wholemeal bread. You can also check the ingredients list to see whether baker’s salt has been used.
What should you look for when choosing?
Choose the type of bread to suit the dish: a toasted sandwich calls for something different from sharing bites or bread served alongside a meal. Then check the cut and the information on the packaging.
White toastie bread
Choose this for: a toasted sandwich or croque monsieur made with evenly shaped white slices.
Bear in mind: the name ‘toastie bread’ doesn’t tell you exactly how thick the slices are.
Sliced party bread
Choose this for: small sharing bites that you bake according to the packaging instructions.
Bear in mind: the pieces aren’t a substitute for large slices of bread for a toasted sandwich.
White baguette
Choose this for: bread to share alongside dinner.
Bear in mind: if your dish needs evenly shaped slices, check the cut for yourself.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| A substantial toasted snack | Check the size and actual thickness of the slices if you want to make a generously filled toasted sandwich. | If I want to close a toasted sandwich filled with toppings, I look for slices that suit the dish. For around 36% of consumers, having a warm, closed toasted snack is the most important consideration. |
| Sharing bites | Check the cut and, for bake-at-home bread, follow the preparation instructions for the product you choose. | For bites we can share at the table, I’d rather have small pieces than one large sandwich. This sharing-style presentation is the priority for around 29% of consumers. |
| Fibre | Compare the fibre per 100 g and check whether the alternative is actually wholemeal bread. | If I make toasted sandwiches more often, I want to be able to compare white toastie bread with a wholemeal option. For an estimated 21% of consumers, comparing fibre is the main reason to look further. |
| Availability and storage | Check that the type of bread you want is available and read the storage advice on the packaging. | If I buy the bread in advance, I want to know whether I can get it and keep it until dinner. For around 14% of consumers, practical planning is the deciding factor. |
Which common mistakes can you avoid?
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Assuming a product name tells you how thick the slices are
Toastie bread and square white loaves describe types of bread, not the thickness of each slice. That matters if you want to make a toasted sandwich with plenty of filling.
Check the slices on the packaging or in store before assuming the bread is thick-cut.
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Comparing only the type of bread, not the fibre
If you also buy toastie bread for other meals, you may find different fibre values in white and wholemeal options. Jumbo lists 2,3 g of fibre per 100 g for its white toastie bread and 6,4 g per 100 g for its wholemeal toastie bread.
Compare the nutritional values on the same basis, per 100 g, and remember that wholemeal bread isn’t white bread.
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Relying on a photo without checking the type of bread
A photo doesn’t always show whether you’ll get evenly shaped slices, sliced party bread or a baguette. The range may also vary from one shop to another.
If you need a particular type of bread for dinner, check the product description and availability for your shop or delivery area.
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Assuming a type of bread tells you whether it contains baker’s salt or allergens
According to the Voedingscentrum, using baker’s salt isn’t compulsory. Ingredients and allergens can also vary from one type of bread to another.
For packaged bread, read the latest ingredients and allergen information. For unpackaged bread, ask for the information you need before buying.
Brands and retailers to consider
These examples show different types of bread. A shop or product range name alone doesn’t confirm that the slices are thick-cut.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn describes its AH Extra lang lekker toastie bread as a white, square loaf suitable for toasted sandwiches and croque monsieur, among other things.
- The product information also lists ingredients, allergens and storage advice.
- Check the slice thickness yourself; Albert Heijn lists this bread as available in store only.
Jumbo
Jumbo stocks half-white toastie bread and half-wholemeal toastie bread, giving you two types to compare.
- Jumbo lists 2,3 g and 6,4 g of fibre per 100 g respectively, so you can compare both options on the same basis.
- The fibre values don’t tell you how thick the slices are, so check them separately.
PLUS
PLUS offers Goedhart half-white toastie bread and PLUS sliced white party bread for two different dishes.
- PLUS gives a baking time of 6–8 minutes for its party bread.
- Follow the preparation advice on the packaging you buy, and check the cut if you’re looking for slices for a toasted sandwich.
ALDI
ALDI describes Gourmet Partybrood as pre-sliced white bread to bake at home.
- The pre-sliced format is a handy option for sharing bites.
- Check the packaging for the bread you choose if ingredients, allergens or the size of the pieces matter to you.
Dirk
Dirk’s bread range includes white square loaves and baguettes, among other options.
- These types of bread give you the choice between sandwich slices and bread to serve alongside a meal.
- Don’t rely on the product name if you specifically need thick slices for a toasted sandwich.
Lidl
Lidl lists white bread and white wheat baguettes as in-store products.
- The two types of bread suit different ways of serving.
- Check the cut in store, and look at the ingredients and allergens for your chosen bread if needed.
Bread to serve with dinner at Joybuy
These white baguettes are an option for sharing alongside dinner. If you’re looking for slices for a toasted sandwich, choose a different type of bread and check that the slices are the thickness you want.
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g'woon white baguettes, 2 pieces, 300 g
For anyone who wants to share white bread alongside dinner rather than use slices for a toasted sandwich.
The pack contains two white baguettes, weighing 300 g in total. Check the cut and preparation instructions on the packaging if they matter for your dish.
Frequently asked questions
Are toastie bread slices always thick-cut?
No, the name ‘toastie bread’ doesn’t tell you how thick the slices are. Check the packaging or look at the bread in store if you need thick slices for your filled toasted sandwich.
Which white bread should I choose for small sharing bites?
Sliced party bread is a good fit for bites you serve and bake at home to share. PLUS gives a baking time of 6–8 minutes for its party bread; follow the instructions on the packaging of the product you buy.
Does white bread in the Netherlands always contain baker’s salt?
No, according to the Voedingscentrum, bakers aren’t required to use baker’s salt. Check the ingredients list or ask the baker which salt has been used if you want to know about a particular loaf.
How can I check bread for allergens?
For packaged bread, read the latest ingredients and allergen information for the product you’ve chosen. For unpackaged bread, ask for allergen information before buying; don’t rely on the name of the bread alone.
Can I make a toasted sandwich with bread that contains more fibre?
Wholemeal toastie bread is an alternative if you want to compare fibre in the same type of dish. Jumbo lists 6,4 g of fibre per 100 g for its wholemeal toastie bread, compared with 2,3 g per 100 g for its white toastie bread. Wholemeal bread does, however, have a different colour and flavour from white bread.