Fibre-conscious buyers planning coffee and cake
You’re looking for a tiger-crust loaf, but also want to check whether it’s wholemeal and how much fibre it contains per 100 g.
Who is this choice relevant to?
Smaller households looking for a part-baked option
You don’t want to open a whole loaf just for a coffee break, so you’re considering a smaller, part-baked option.
Buyers who need to check allergens
You need clear information about ingredients and allergens before buying. The wholemeal tiger breads mentioned from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS contain cereals containing gluten.
What should you look for when buying?
First, check that the bread is labelled wholemeal. Then compare the nutritional information per 100 g and decide which quantity and preparation method suit your coffee break.
| What to look for | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Wholemeal and fibre | Look for the wholemeal label and compare fibre per 100 g, rather than judging by the colour of the crust. | If fibre is my priority, I want to be sure the tiger bread is wholemeal and be able to compare its nutritional values. This is the top priority for around 50% of consumers. |
| Quantity and baking at home | Check whether the loaf is whole, half or part-baked, and read the oven instructions for a part-baked loaf. | For a small coffee break, I don’t want to open more bread than I’ll use, but I may want to bake it just before serving. The right quantity and preparation method are the top priority for around 30% of consumers. |
| Allergens and salt | Read the latest allergen information and compare salt per 100 g if it’s relevant to your choice. | If ingredients or salt determine my choice, I want to be able to check the product information before buying. Checking the label is the top priority for around 20% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming brown tiger bread is wholemeal
A brown colour or tiger crust doesn’t tell you whether the bread is made from wholemeal flour. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, wholemeal bread is made from 100% wholemeal flour.
Look for the wholemeal label on the packaging or product page.
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Comparing only the fibre content
Product information from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS also shows differences in salt content and lists cereals containing gluten.
Compare fibre and salt on the same basis, per 100 g, and read the latest allergen information.
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Assuming a part-baked loaf is ready to eat
A part-baked loaf still needs an oven and time to bake at home. For PLUS Korenlanders Boeren tijger volkoren 1/2, PLUS recommends baking for 10 minutes at 200 °C.
Before buying, check that the preparation instructions suit when you plan to serve it.
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Choosing a whole loaf for a small coffee break
If you only need a few slices, you could end up with more left over from a whole loaf than you intend to use.
Choose a quantity based on how much you plan to use, and see whether a half loaf would suit you better.
Brands to compare
Albert Heijn
AH Tijger volkoren heel is a whole wholemeal tiger loaf that doesn’t need to be baked at home.
- Albert Heijn lists 6,7 g of fibre and 0,9 g of salt per 100 g.
- The product information lists ingredients including wheat, barley and rye. Check the current packaging for ingredients and allergen information.
Jumbo
Jumbo Boeren Tijger Volkoren is a wholemeal wheat loaf with a tiger pattern.
- Jumbo lists 7,3 g of fibre and 1,00 g of salt per 100 g.
- The ingredients information lists ingredients including wheat gluten and barley. If you have an allergy, check the latest product information.
PLUS
PLUS Korenlanders Boeren tijger volkoren 1/2 is a half, part-baked wholemeal wheat loaf with a tiger pattern.
- PLUS lists 6,4 g of fibre and 0,97 g of salt per 100 g. The baking instructions say to bake for 10 minutes at 200 °C.
- You’ll need an oven. The ingredients information lists wheat and barley, and notes that traces of other allergens may be present.
Lidl
Lidl lists Tijger volkoren as an in-store item weighing 800 g.
- The product name and weight give you a starting point when choosing in store.
- If fibre, salt or allergens are important to you, check the packaging or product information before buying.
ALDI
ALDI describes Boeren tijger volkoren as a whole, pre-sliced loaf.
- Pre-sliced bread can be a good option if you want to serve slices without having to cut the loaf.
- Check the packaging if ingredients, allergens or nutritional values are important to your choice.
Dirk
Dirk lists tiger bread and various wholemeal breads in its bread range.
- A standard wholemeal loaf is an alternative to consider if a tiger crust isn’t essential.
- Don’t assume that brown tiger bread is wholemeal; check the label on the loaf you choose.
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Frequently asked questions
Is brown tiger bread automatically wholemeal?
No. A brown colour or tiger crust doesn’t automatically make bread wholemeal. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, wholemeal bread is made from 100% wholemeal flour, so check that it’s labelled wholemeal.
How do I compare the nutritional values of these tiger breads?
Compare fibre and salt per 100 g, so portion size doesn’t skew the comparison. Albert Heijn lists 6,7 g of fibre and 0,9 g of salt per 100 g for AH Tijger volkoren heel; Jumbo lists 7,3 g of fibre and 1,00 g of salt for Boeren Tijger Volkoren; and PLUS lists 6,4 g of fibre and 0,97 g of salt for Korenlanders Boeren tijger volkoren 1/2.
Where can I check for cereals containing gluten?
Check the latest allergen information for the bread you want to buy. The variants mentioned from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS contain wheat and/or other cereals containing gluten. If you’re buying unpackaged bread and the allergen information isn’t displayed, ask for it before you buy.
Do I need to bake a half part-baked tiger loaf at home?
Yes. A part-baked loaf still needs to be prepared according to its product instructions. For PLUS Korenlanders Boeren tijger volkoren 1/2, PLUS recommends baking for 10 minutes at 200 °C. Check the current packaging before baking the bread.