Who is this relevant to?

Students planning several meals

If bread is the basis of a simple evening meal, think about how much you’ll actually use. A whole loaf and a half loaf don’t provide the same amount.

People comparing wholemeal bread and fibre

You want tiger bread, but you’re looking specifically for a wholemeal option and comparing the stated fibre per 100 g. According to the Voedingscentrum, wholegrain products contain more fibre than white grain products.

Small households looking to store bread

If you don’t eat bread every day, a half-baked loaf or a loaf with clear freezing instructions may suit your plans better. Albert Heijn says its Tijger volkoren heel can be frozen on the day of purchase; PLUS offers a half-baked loaf.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, work out how much bread you need for your meals. Then check the wholemeal claim, the nutritional information and the storage or baking instructions on the packaging.

What to consider What to check when buying Who is this most important for?
Amount per meal Check the weight and whether it’s a whole or half loaf. If I’m planning bread for several student dinners, I want to buy enough without being left with an unused portion. Around 36% of consumers prioritise buying the right amount of bread.
Wholemeal and fibre Look for the wholemeal label and compare the fibre per 100 g on the packaging. If you’re looking for wholemeal tiger bread because of the type of grain, you don’t want to judge it by its colour or crust. For around 29% of consumers, wholemeal bread with a verifiable fibre value is the main priority.
Label information Read the current ingredients and allergen information; check the salt per 100 g and the type of salt listed if that matters to your choice. If I need to consider ingredients or possible cross-contamination, I need to check the label before choosing. Around 21% of consumers prioritise checking the label.
Storage and preparation Check the storage advice, whether it can be frozen and any baking instructions. When mealtimes vary, I want to be able to store bread or bake a smaller amount when I need it. Around 14% of consumers prioritise this convenience.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a tiger crust means the bread is wholemeal

    The tiger pattern doesn’t tell you which type of flour was used. You could end up taking home a different loaf from the wholemeal one you were looking for.

    Check that the product name says wholemeal, and read the ingredients and fibre information on the label.

  • Treating a half loaf and a whole loaf as the same

    A half-baked loaf and a whole loaf provide different amounts. If you don’t check the size, it’s harder to work out which one will suit your meals.

    Check the weight and plan how much bread you’ll eat before choosing a size.

  • Assuming every loaf contains iodine

    According to the Voedingscentrum, iodine is added to bakers’ salt, but bakers aren’t required to use it. The type of bread alone therefore doesn’t confirm which salt has been used.

    For packaged bread, look for iodised salt or bakers’ salt in the ingredients list. For unpackaged bread, ask which type of salt has been used if it matters to your choice.

  • Buying a whole loaf without a storage plan

    Bread you don’t use in time could go to waste. Albert Heijn says its Tijger volkoren heel can be frozen on the day of purchase; PLUS offers a half-baked option.

    Choose an amount that suits your mealtimes and follow the storage or baking instructions for the product you select.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

AH Tijger volkoren heel is a whole loaf with published nutritional and storage information.

  • Albert Heijn lists 6.7 g of fibre and 0.9 g of salt per 100 g, iodised salt, and says the bread can be frozen on the day of purchase.
  • Check the current packaging for ingredients, allergens and storage advice, as product information can change.

Jumbo

Jumbo Boeren Tijger Volkoren is a wholemeal tiger loaf with published nutritional information.

  • Jumbo lists 7.3 g of fibre per 100 g for this option.
  • The product information lists wheat, barley and gluten, as well as possible cross-contamination. Check the current packaging for allergen information.

Lidl

Lidl lists a 800 g Tijger volkoren as a product available in store.

  • The stated weight helps you work out whether the amount will suit your meals.
  • Check the packaging in store for ingredients, allergens and nutritional information before comparing different options on those points.

ALDI

ALDI Boeren tijger volkoren heel is a pre-sliced whole loaf.

  • The product description specifies both that it’s wholemeal and that it’s pre-sliced.
  • Check the packaging if fibre, salt, ingredients or allergens are important to your choice.

PLUS

PLUS Korenlanders Boeren tijger volkoren 1/2 is a half-size, part-baked option.

  • PLUS lists 6.4 g of fibre and 0.97 g of salt per 100 g, with a baking time of 10 minutes at 200 °C.
  • You’ll need to set aside time to bake this loaf; remember to factor in the half size when comparing options.

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Frequently asked questions

Is tiger bread automatically wholemeal?

No. ‘Tiger’ refers to the crust and says nothing about the type of flour used. Check that the bread is explicitly labelled wholemeal, and read the ingredients on the packaging.

Should I choose a whole or half loaf for a student dinner?

Choose an amount you can use for your planned meals or store. A whole loaf may work for several meals; PLUS’s half-size part-baked option needs to be baked, but takes up less storage space.

Does Dutch bread always contain iodised salt?

No. According to the Voedingscentrum, bakers aren’t required to use bakers’ salt. For packaged bread, check the ingredients list: Albert Heijn lists iodised salt for AH Tijger volkoren heel, while Jumbo and PLUS list bakers’ salt for the options discussed here.

Can I freeze wholemeal tiger bread?

Albert Heijn says AH Tijger volkoren heel can be frozen at home on the day of purchase. According to the product information, use it within one month of freezing, and check the storage advice for any other loaf.

Do these wholemeal tiger loaves contain gluten?

The Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS options discussed here list wheat and cereals containing gluten. If you have an allergy or coeliac disease, always check the current ingredients and allergen information for the specific loaf, including details of possible cross-contamination.