Choose individually wrapped portions if you want to hand out biscuits alongside rusks with aniseed sprinkles or pop them into lunchboxes. If the biscuits will mainly be served together on the table, the total number of biscuits matters more than a fixed portion in each packet. Whichever you choose, check how many biscuits you want to offer at a time and read the label for the variety you’ve selected.
If you want to hand out biscuits alongside rusks with aniseed sprinkles without counting them on the spot, check both the number of individual packets and how many biscuits each contains. Jumbo lists ten packets of two biscuits each for Lotus Biscoff XL; Albert Heijn lists six portions of three for its chocolate variety.
A sealed individual packet is handy for a lunchbox or bag if the biscuit won’t be eaten until later. Just check that the portion in each packet is right for when you plan to eat it.
If you have an allergy or a specific dietary requirement, the exact variety matters, not just the brand. Check the ingredients, highlighted allergens and nutritional information on the packaging. The Voedingscentrum notes that ingredients and nutritional values are listed on the back.
First decide whether the biscuits will mainly be handed out, taken with you or eaten together. Then compare the portions, the total quantity and the label for the variety you want to buy.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Portion size | Count the individual packets and the biscuits in each one; the word ‘multipack’ alone tells you nothing about portion size. | If you want to hand out or take biscuits with you, you may not want to measure out a portion each time. A fixed portion size is the top priority for around 42% of consumers. |
| Total quantity | Compare the net weight and number of biscuits with the number of people or occasions you’re buying for. | For a group, you’ll want to be able to put out enough biscuits without relying solely on the number of packets. The total quantity matters most to around 33% of consumers. |
| Label | Read the ingredients, highlighted allergens and nutritional information for the exact variety you’ve chosen. | If you need to take an allergy into account or compare nutritional values, you’ll want to know what’s in the pack. For around 25% of consumers, checking the label is the top priority. |
Jumbo lists ten packets of two biscuits for Lotus Biscoff XL, while Albert Heijn lists six portions of three for a chocolate variety. So the same total number of biscuits can give you a different number of portions to hand out.
Work out how many individual portions you need, then check how many biscuits are in each packet.
A flavour name or description on the front won’t tell you everything about the ingredients and nutritional value. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergens must be clearly stated on the label.
Check the ingredients list, allergens and nutrition table for the variety you’re actually buying, even if you know another variety from the same brand.
Flavours and portion sizes can vary within the same brand. Use the brand name as a starting point, then check the pack for the specific product.
Speculoos biscuits in different portion formats, including XL twin portions at Jumbo and a chocolate variety in portions of three at Albert Heijn.
ALDI’s own brand, with a chocolate biscuit pack for anyone who wants to divide the biscuits into pairs.
Lidl’s own brand, with a range of cookies and biscuits.
These packs are worth considering if you want to share biscuits alongside rusks with aniseed sprinkles or take them with you for later. When choosing, focus on the stated weight and how many individual portions you need.
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An option if you want to set out speculaas biscuits for several occasions.
The product name lists 8 biscuits and 200 g. Check the pack to see how many biscuits you can hand out at a time.
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The three-pack may suit you if you want to set aside biscuits for different occasions.
The product name lists 3 × 77 g. Before buying, check how many biscuits you can offer at each occasion.
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The two separate packs may come in handy if you want to split the biscuits between two occasions.
The stated total weight is 97 g. If you need fixed portions, check how many biscuits each individual pack contains.
Choose a pack with individual portions and check that the number of biscuits in each packet suits you. Jumbo lists ten packets of two biscuits for Lotus Biscoff XL; Albert Heijn lists six portions of three for its chocolate variety.
Count the portions you need, not just the total number of biscuits. For example, ALDI lists twenty Biscotto chocolate biscuits weighing 250 g, packed in pairs. That’s a different format from portions of three.
Yes. Check the label for the exact variety you’re handing out, especially if someone has an allergy. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that mandatory allergens must be clearly stated on the label.
Check the nutrition table on the pack and see whether the values are given per 100 g or per portion. The Voedingscentrum notes that the back of the pack also lists the ingredients.
Check the pack again before serving the biscuits. In its product information for Lotus Biscoff, Albert Heijn advises checking the packaging, as ingredients and allergy information, among other details, can change.
