For gym-goers who want a set portion
If you want to take a set amount with you without any preparation, check how many biscuits are in each packet. Jumbo lists Lotus Biscoff XL as a pack containing ten packets, each with two biscuits.
Which pack size works for you?
For anyone who wants to share biscuits
If you’re taking something for a training group or a shared break, consider both the number of individual packs and the number of biscuits in each one. Jumbo lists Lotus Biscoff Speculoos Chocolade as six packs of three biscuits; Albert Heijn says its standard pack of Lotus Biscoff Speculoos contains around 32 biscuits.
For shoppers checking nutritional information and allergens
Compare the nutritional values per 100 g with the amount you’ll actually eat, and check the allergens for the exact variant you’ve chosen. According to Jumbo’s product information, the Lotus Biscoff XL and chocolate variants reviewed contain wheat and soya; milk is also listed for the chocolate variant.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, decide whether you need a packet that’s ready to go or would rather portion the biscuits out at home. Then check the amount per portion and the nutritional information for your chosen variant.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who is this most important for? |
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| A set portion for when you’re out | The number of packets and the number of biscuits in each one. | I want to put a sealed packet in my gym bag without measuring anything out at home. For around 42% of consumers, having a ready-to-go portion would be the main priority. |
| Nutritional values and allergens | Ingredients, allergens and nutritional values shown on the same basis, for example per 100 g or per portion. | When choosing between variants, I want to know what’s in the amount I’ll be taking with me and which allergens are listed. For roughly 33% of consumers, this would be the first thing to consider. |
| Sharing and portioning at home | The total quantity and whether there are individual inner packs. | For a shared break, I want to be able to hand out the biscuits, or decide at home how many to put in a container. This would be the main consideration for around 25% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Counting a packet of two biscuits as one biscuit
Jumbo lists Lotus Biscoff XL as containing 60 kcal per biscuit, with two biscuits in each packet. Based on that information, a whole packet contains 120 kcal.
Before comparing portions, check whether the nutritional values are given per 100 g, per biscuit or per packet.
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Using a dietary claim as an allergen filter
According to Jumbo, the Lotus Biscoff XL variant reviewed contains wheat and soya. Milk is also listed for the chocolate variant reviewed.
Check the ingredients and allergens for the exact variant on the current packaging, even if another claim on the front catches your eye.
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Assuming a large pack is ready to go in your bag
Albert Heijn lists its 250 g standard pack of Lotus Biscoff Speculoos as containing around 32 biscuits. That doesn’t tell you whether the biscuits are individually wrapped.
Check the inner packaging. If you want to take biscuits from the pack, use a suitable container with a secure lid.
Brands and shops to consider
Lotus Biscoff
The Lotus Biscoff products reviewed on Jumbo and Albert Heijn come in different pack sizes: packets containing two biscuits, packs containing three biscuits and a larger standard pack.
- The listed quantities make it easier to compare ready-portioned options with packs you portion yourself.
- Ingredients and allergens vary by variant, so check the label on the pack you choose.
Jumbo
Jumbo is a shop, not a biscuit brand. The product listings reviewed describe two Lotus Biscoff packs with individually portioned servings.
- Jumbo lists ten packets of two biscuits for the XL variant and six packs of three biscuits for the chocolate variant.
- The portion and allergen information for these two variants won’t necessarily apply to other biscuits.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn is a shop, not a biscuit brand. The Lotus Biscoff Speculoos listing reviewed describes a 250 g standard pack containing around 32 biscuits.
- The listed number of biscuits is a useful guide if you want to make up your own portions.
- Before putting them in your gym bag, check whether you’ll need a separate container and read the current packaging.
Biscuit packs on Joybuy
These biscuit packs are worth considering if you want to take a packet with you or split the biscuits into several portions. Check the stated contents for each product: you can’t always tell how many biscuits are in an individual packet from the pack name.
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Lu Scholiertje Milk Chocolate Biscuits, 150 g
A good option if you want to take biscuits in an individual pack. Check the packaging to see how many of these portions it contains, and read the ingredients and allergens for this variant.
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Hellema Smoeltjes Speculaas, 8 stuks, 200 g
Consider this pack if you want to split the biscuits across several outings. The name lists 8 pieces and 200 g; check how many biscuits are in each individual packet before relying on it for a set portion.
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Ulker Halley Mini Biscuit, 3 × 77 g
The three 77 g packs are an option if you want to spread the biscuits across different occasions. For a set portion to take with you, check how many biscuits are in each individual pack and make sure to check the allergens.
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Oreo Raspberry & Blueberry Flavor Sandwich Cookies, 97 g, two packs
The two individual packs make it easy to take biscuits with you without having to take them from a larger pack. If portion size matters to you, check how many biscuits are in each pack.
Frequently asked questions
Which biscuit pack can I put straight in my gym bag?
An individual packet with a known number of biscuits means you won’t need a container or have to measure out a portion. Jumbo lists Lotus Biscoff XL as ten packets, each containing two biscuits. With a larger pack, check how you’ll take the amount you want with you.
Are biscuits in a multipack specially suited to being a sports snack?
A multipack tells you about the packaging, not whether the biscuits suit your diet. The Voedingscentrum notes that many snacks are high in sugar, salt or saturated fat, so check the nutritional information for the biscuits you choose and consider how much you’ll eat.
Which allergens are listed for the Lotus Biscoff variants reviewed?
Jumbo lists wheat and soya for the XL variant reviewed; milk is also listed for the chocolate variant reviewed. Always check the ingredients and allergens on the current packaging for the exact variant.