If you want to hand out sealed portions to each child, choose a multipack with a number of packets and biscuits per packet that suits the group. Loose biscuits are an option if you’re allowed to pack them yourself and have time to do so. Check what the school allows before buying, and read the label on the exact pack you’ll be handing out to check for allergens.
A fixed number of packets makes it easier to count portions for the group. Jumbo lists the Lotus Biscoff XL 2P x 10 as containing ten packets, each with two biscuits. Check that there are enough packets and that two biscuits per child fit the school’s guidelines.
Ask what you’re allowed to hand out and what information children or parents need. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre points out that schools can have rules about treats, while the NVWA stresses the importance of allergen information on the label.
A large pack gives you the flexibility to make up your own portions, but it also takes time to count and pack them. ALDI lists two Biscotto products as containing around 20 and around 30 biscuits per pack respectively; these aren’t ready-to-hand-out portions.
Start by checking the school’s rules and deciding how many biscuits each child should get. Then compare the number of packets ready to hand out, or work out how much time you have to pack loose biscuits yourself.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Equal portions to hand out | Count the sealed packets, not just the biscuits, and check how many biscuits are in each packet. | If I want to quickly prepare the same portion for every child, the number of packets needs to match the group size. This would be the most important consideration for around 46% of consumers. |
| School rules and allergens | Ask which treats are allowed and read the allergen information on the exact pack. | If there are rules about treats or dietary requirements in the group, I want to know first whether these biscuits can be handed out. Around 36% of consumers would put this consideration first. |
| Making up your own portions | Check the number of biscuits per pack and find out whether you’re allowed to pack them yourself under the school’s rules. | If I have time to portion out loose biscuits, my main concern is having enough for the group. This would be the first consideration for around 18% of consumers. |
Jumbo lists the Lotus Biscoff XL 2P x 10 as containing ten packets, each with two biscuits. That’s ten sealed portions, not twenty individually packed portions.
Count the packets against the number of children, and make sure the number of biscuits per child fits the school’s rules.
The ingredients in one biscuit won’t tell you what’s in another variety. The NVWA stresses that allergen information on the label is important when choosing a product.
Check the label on the pack you’ve bought just before packing, even if you’ve already looked at a product page.
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, a school policy can determine which treats are and aren’t allowed. The portion size you’re planning may also be something to consider.
Ask in advance whether biscuits are allowed, what portion size is suitable, and how the school handles allergies and dietary requirements.
The Biscotto packs listed by ALDI, with around 20 or around 30 biscuits, don’t automatically provide sealed portions for each child.
Choose loose biscuits if you’re allowed to pack them yourself and have time to count the portions and keep the product information to hand.
Jumbo lists, among other options, an XL pack with ten packets of two speculoos biscuits and a 6-grain variety in a 10 × 2 format.
Jumbo lists Oreo Original Biscuits in a 10 × 2 format.
Albert Heijn lists gluten-free biscuits, including AH Glutenvrij Chocolate chip cookies in a 4-pack.
ALDI lists Biscotto biscuits in packs containing around 20 and around 30 loose biscuits.
Lidl presents Sondey as a range of biscuits and cookies, including vegan options.
These biscuit packs are most relevant if you’re planning portions for a school treat. Before buying for a group, check the number of packets ready to hand out, the contents of each portion and the label for every product.
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A pack to consider if you want to portion out speculaas biscuits for a treat. Check how many individual portions you can make from the 8 biscuits, how many you want to give each child, and which allergens are listed on the label.
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If you’re planning a treat with these Lu chocolate biscuits, check how many sealed portions you can make from the 150 g pack and how many biscuits will go in each portion. Read the latest allergen information on the label too, and check that the portion fits the school’s rules.
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The 3 × 77 g format gives you a starting point for working out how much you need, but it doesn’t tell you how many portions you can hand out. Count the individual packs to find out, and check the allergen information on the label before packing.
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With two individual packs, this is a small format to compare with the size of your group. Check how many biscuits are in each pack, how many packs you’ll need and which allergens are listed on the label.
No, check the school’s rules first. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, a school or celebration policy can determine which treats are and aren’t allowed. Ask what portion size and packaging are preferred too.
Start with the number of portions you need, then decide how many biscuits each child will get. For example, the Lotus Biscoff XL 2P x 10 listed by Jumbo contains ten packets with two biscuits in each: that makes ten sealed portions to hand out.
Read the allergen information on the exact pack you plan to hand out, and discuss any specific needs with the school or parents. The NVWA stresses the importance of clear allergen information on the label. If someone has an allergy, check for relevant warnings on the pack too.
No, the gluten-free label doesn’t tell you whether a product contains other allergens or is suitable for other dietary requirements. Check the full label of the product you choose and ask which arrangements apply to the children concerned.
