Who is this choice relevant to?

Everyday white bread shoppers

You’re looking for bread for breakfast or lunch and want to check that the size, weight and type of loaf match when comparing different varieties.

Smaller households looking to reduce leftovers

You don’t always finish a whole loaf in time. Choosing a suitable size or freezing the bread as directed on the packaging can help prevent leftovers.

Shoppers who need to check the label

You want to know which ingredients and allergens the bread contains, or compare the fibre and salt per 100 g. If baker’s salt matters to you, check the ingredients list too.

What should you look for when choosing?

Start with how much bread you use and whether you can store any leftovers. Then compare the labels of the varieties that suit your needs.

What to consider What to look for Who it matters to
Size and weight Check whether it’s a half or whole loaf, and compare the weight if the size or type of bread differs. For my everyday sandwiches, I want to know how much bread I’m bringing home. Around 34% of consumers prioritise finding the right size.
Storage and leftovers Check the storage instructions and whether the packaging says you can freeze the bread on the day you buy it. If I can’t finish a whole loaf in time, I want to be able to store some of it rather than throw it away. Around 33% of consumers prioritise reducing leftovers.
Ingredients and nutritional information Read the allergen information and compare fibre and salt per 100 g; check the ingredients list for baker’s salt if relevant. When choosing white bread, I want to check that the ingredients and nutritional information meet my needs. Around 33% of consumers prioritise checking the label.

Common mistakes

  • Treating a half loaf and a whole loaf as equal portions

    A half loaf, a standard whole loaf of white bread and a whole tiger loaf can differ in quantity and recipe. The fact that they’re all labelled white bread doesn’t make them equivalent.

    Check the weight and, where possible, compare loaves of the same size and type.

  • Assuming all white bread contains baker’s salt

    According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, using baker’s salt in bread-making isn’t compulsory. You can’t tell whether it has been used just from the type of bread or the name used by the shop.

    Read the ingredients list on the packaging, or ask which salt has been used if the bread has no label.

  • Buying a whole loaf without a plan for leftovers

    Some of the bread may go uneaten if you don’t finish it in time. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists bread as one of the foods that is often wasted.

    Choose a size that suits how much you eat, or follow the packaging instructions for freezing portions.

  • Going by the ‘white bread’ label alone

    Fibre content and ingredients can vary between varieties. So if you want to compare bread by fibre content, the nutritional information per 100 g is more useful than the name of the bread alone.

    Check the nutritional information for the specific variety and, if needed, compare white, brown and wholemeal bread on the same basis.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn provides product information for standard white bread and other white varieties.

  • For AH Wit heel, the information includes ingredients, allergens, 1.6 g of fibre per 100 g and instructions for freezing at home.
  • Albert Heijn notes that product information can change, so check the packaging of the loaf you buy.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists ingredients and nutritional information for its white bread.

  • The Jumbo white bread reviewed lists 2.4 g of fibre and 1.1 g of salt per 100 g; the ingredients include baker’s salt.
  • These values apply to that specific variety. Check the label if you choose a different Jumbo loaf.

ALDI

ALDI stocks a standard whole loaf of white bread alongside other white varieties in its fresh daily range.

  • The range distinguishes between options including standard white bread and casino white bread.
  • Check the description and weight of your chosen variety before comparing different types of bread.

Dirk

Dirk stocks products including Bakker van der Akker Casino wit half and Boeren tijger wit heel.

  • The product names show that these are different sizes and types of bread.
  • Don’t treat a half loaf of casino bread and a whole tiger loaf as the same portion.

PLUS

PLUS lists ingredients, allergens and storage information for its Boeren wit heel.

  • The ingredients include baker’s salt; according to the product information, the bread can be frozen at home on the day you buy it.
  • Check the packaging for the instructions that apply to the loaf you choose.

Lidl

Lidl stocks white bread alongside other types of bread.

  • The white bread shown has a listed weight of 800 g.
  • Lidl says the bread is only available in store and that availability may vary by branch.

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Frequently asked questions

Does white bread always contain baker’s salt?

No. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, using baker’s salt in bread-making isn’t compulsory. Check the ingredients list for the loaf you choose. The Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS products reviewed list iodised salt or baker’s salt, but that doesn’t automatically apply to other varieties.

How do I compare a half loaf with a whole loaf of white bread?

First check the weight and type of bread, as half a casino loaf isn’t the same quantity or type as a whole tiger loaf. Then decide which size suits how much you’ll actually eat or can store.

Can I freeze white bread at home?

Yes, if the instructions for your chosen loaf allow it. The information for the Albert Heijn and PLUS white loaves reviewed says they can be frozen at home on the day you buy them. Follow the packaging for storage times and how to use the bread.

What should I check if fibre matters to me?

Compare the fibre content per 100 g in the nutritional information for the loaves you’re considering. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises replacing white bread with wholemeal or brown bread as much as possible. The listed values can also differ between white bread varieties.

Where can I find the allergens in white bread?

Read the allergen information on the packaging for the specific variety. Recipes differ and product information can change, so don’t assume it has the same ingredients as another loaf from the same brand.