For lunchboxes and eating on the go
If you want to take one portion with you at a time, small individual bags are more convenient than a pack you have to open again each time.
Who are these packs useful for?
For guests and colleagues
If you regularly serve coffee to several people, the key things to consider are how many portions you can serve and whether the quantity suits the number of occasions.
For anyone checking ingredients and allergens
Check the label on the exact variety you’re buying or serving. Plain speculoos, a chocolate variety and an assortment may not contain the same ingredients or allergens.
What should you look for in a multipack?
First decide whether you’ll mainly take the biscuits with you, serve them to a group or keep them in stock. Then compare how the portions are packed and check the label on the pack you’re planning to buy.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Portion size | Compare the number of bags and biscuits in each bag. For example, Albert Heijn lists Lotus Biscoff packs with 8 bags of 2 biscuits and 6 bags of 3 biscuits. | I want to be able to grab one small portion for a lunchbox or a coffee break without opening the rest. Around 33% of consumers prioritise this type of portioning. |
| Serving and stocking up | Check the number of individually wrapped biscuits and whether you’ll use the whole pack before the stated best-before date. | If I often serve coffee to guests or colleagues, I want enough portions ready without having to divide up the biscuits each time. This is the main priority for around 25% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients, listed allergens and any warnings about possible cross-contamination on the current packaging. | When I give biscuits to others, I need to be able to check what’s in this specific variety. This is the most important consideration for around 25% of consumers. |
| Variety | Check which types of biscuits or coatings are included and whether the portion sizes still suit your needs. | I’d rather offer different flavours with coffee than serve the same biscuits every time. Around 17% of consumers give variety top priority. |
Common mistakes
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Comparing only the total number of biscuits
A multipack with lots of biscuits won’t necessarily give you a suitable portion for a lunchbox or a single coffee break.
Count both the bags and the biscuits in each bag, then choose the format you’ll actually use.
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Assuming every variety is the same product
A chocolate coating or assortment of biscuit types can change the ingredients and allergens.
Before buying and serving, check the label on the specific variety, including any warnings about possible cross-contamination.
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Choosing a large box for occasional use
Albert Heijn describes a Lotus box containing 300 individually wrapped biscuits. A pack this size needs plenty of storage space and frequent serving occasions.
Think about how many biscuits you’re likely to use and check the best-before information before choosing a large pack.
Brands to consider
Lotus Biscoff
Among the speculoos products reviewed, Albert Heijn lists both small snack packs and a box of 300 individually wrapped biscuits.
- The different pack formats let you choose between taking biscuits with you and serving them regularly.
- Don’t assume the plain and chocolate varieties are interchangeable if ingredients or allergens matter to those eating them; check each label separately.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn’s speculaas range includes packs weighing 350 g, 400 g and 600 g, among others.
- These different pack sizes give you a useful starting point for choosing a pack to suit your household’s expected use.
- A larger pack isn’t necessarily divided into small portions. Check the product packaging if individual bags are important to you.
Jumbo
Jumbo offers a range of biscuit types and pack sizes; Jumbo Zakelijk lists mini stroopwafels and biscuits to enjoy with coffee or tea, among other options.
- The range includes different types of biscuits to compare for a coffee break.
- Check the current availability, portion packaging and allergen information for each product you choose.
Biscuits for coffee breaks and lunchboxes on Joybuy
These products come in different formats for coffee breaks, sharing or taking with you. Focus on how many pieces you want to use at a time, and check whether the pack contains individually wrapped portions to suit.
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LU Scholiertje White Chocolate Cookies, 150 g
A white chocolate biscuit for anyone who wants to offer a chocolate option with coffee. If you’re taking them with you, check whether the portions are individually sealed. When checking the ingredients, look out for milk, wheat and soya.
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Kanjers Original Stroopwafels, 8 stuks
For anyone who’d like to serve stroopwafels with coffee or tea instead of speculoos. The pack contains 8 pieces; check how they’re individually wrapped and, if serving them to others, read the current label for information on milk, wheat, soya and any may-contain warnings.
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Kanjers Extra Delicious Stroopwafels, 10 stuks
A pack size that lets you serve stroopwafels over several coffee breaks. The pack contains 10 pieces; check the current packaging to see how many stroopwafels are in each individual bag if you need a consistent portion size. Also check the allergen information, including milk, wheat and soya.
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Hellema Smoeltjes Speculaas Cookies, 8 stuks, 200 g
Mini speculaas biscuits to take with you or serve with coffee. If portion size matters, check how many biscuits are in each individual bag. Before serving, read the current label for information on wheat, milk and egg, as well as any may-contain warnings.
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Ulker Halley Mini Biscuit, 3 × 77 g
A multipack of mini biscuits for taking with you or sharing. The pack size is 3 × 77 g; check how each pack is divided if you want to prepare a set amount for each person. Read the current label carefully if you have questions about wheat, milk, soya, hazelnuts, egg or sulphites.
Frequently asked questions
Which biscuit multipack is handy for a lunchbox?
A multipack with small, individual bags is a good choice if you want to take one portion with you at a time. For Lotus Biscoff, Albert Heijn lists both 8 bags of 2 biscuits and a chocolate variety with 6 bags of 3 biscuits. Choose the portion size that suits you.
When is a large box of individually wrapped biscuits a good choice?
A box like this suits frequent serving occasions, provided you can store and use the stock before the stated best-before date. Albert Heijn describes a Lotus box with 300 individually wrapped biscuits; that may be more than you need if you only occasionally have coffee with guests.
Should I read the label again if I already know a biscuit variety?
Yes. Check the current packaging for the specific variety before buying or serving it. Ingredients and allergens can vary between plain biscuits, chocolate varieties and assortments. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority stresses the importance of clear labelling on prepacked food.
Is a biscuit assortment suitable for serving to all guests?
Not without checking the ingredients and allergens in the assortment you’ve chosen. When offering biscuits, ask whether your guests need to avoid any particular ingredients, and check the current packaging for warnings about possible cross-contamination.