Groups having lunch together
When colleagues, friends or family eat together, the total quantity and number of biscuits are what matter most. Pack sizes in the ranges at Jumbo and ALDI Netherlands can help you work out how much you need.
Who is this for?
People taking individual portions with them
If you’re splitting biscuits between different days or bags, individually wrapped portions are easier to take along unopened. For example, Jumbo lists Lotus Biscoff XL as ten packs, each containing two biscuits.
People comparing labels
If you have an allergy or prefer a particular nutritional profile, the exact product matters. Check the ingredients, allergens, serving size and nutritional information before choosing something for the group.
What should you look for when choosing?
Individually wrapped portions
Choose these: if the biscuits are going to different people or are for separate lunch breaks.
Bear in mind: the amount in each pack still needs to suit the number of people eating.
One large pack
Choose this: if the group is eating together and can share the contents.
Bear in mind: you’ll need to store any leftovers once the pack is open.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
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| Portions for taking on the go | Check the number of packs and biscuits in each pack. | If I’m splitting the biscuits between bags and lunch days, I want to be able to hand out unopened portions. This is the top priority for around 33% of consumers. |
| Enough for the group | Compare the net weight and, where stated, the number of biscuits with the number of people eating. | For a shared lunch, I want enough to go round without ending up with lots of leftovers. This is the main concern for around 27% of consumers. |
| Nutritional information | Check the nutritional values per 100 g and, if provided, per portion. Look at sugars, saturated fat, salt and fibre. | I want to know how my portion fits in with the rest of my lunch. Around 20% of consumers prioritise this consideration. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients list and allergen information for the exact product. | If someone in the group needs to avoid certain ingredients, I want to be able to check whether the pack is suitable before sharing it. This is the main consideration for around 20% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Confusing a large pack with individual portions to take with you
A pack for the whole group isn’t the same as individual packs for different bags or lunch days.
Check how the contents are divided inside the pack. Choose one large pack if the group is sharing at the same time and you can store any leftovers.
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Assuming a claim on the front tells you everything you need to know about the label
A claim such as ‘vegan’ doesn’t tell you by itself which allergens or nutritional values matter for your choice.
Read the ingredients, allergen information and nutrition table for the exact product you’re buying.
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Assuming the range is always available
For some biscuits and cookies, Lidl Netherlands lists a limited sales period or says they’re only available in store.
Check the latest store information before relying on a specific product for a planned group lunch.
Brands to consider
Lotus Biscoff
Lotus Bakeries lists both larger packs and individually portioned formats for Biscoff, including XL 10x2.
- According to Jumbo, the XL format contains ten packs of two biscuits, making it easier to plan how many each person gets.
- Check the ingredients and allergens on the packaging of your chosen product.
Jumbo
The Jumbo range includes 400 g packs of digestive biscuits and 600 g packs of bakers’ speculaas, among other products.
- The stated pack weight helps you choose how much to buy for a group.
- A large pack isn’t automatically divided into individual portions. Check the packaging and label of the type of biscuit you choose.
Sondey
Lidl Netherlands describes Sondey as a range of cookies, biscuits, wafers and bars, which also includes vegan options.
- The range includes different types of products, so you can check the packaging and ingredients of each one.
- That doesn’t mean every Sondey product is vegan. Check the specific label and the latest store information.
Biscotto
ALDI Netherlands lists 500 g packs of sandwich biscuits, 400 g packs of digestive biscuits and 600 g packs of bakers’ speculaas under Biscotto, among other products.
- The different pack sizes give you a starting point for choosing how much to buy for a shared lunch.
- Ingredients, allergens and how the biscuits are divided within the pack vary by product. Read the label for the one you choose.
Biscuits and cookies at Joybuy
These packs are worth considering if you want to take biscuits or cookies along to share at lunch. Check how the contents are divided for each product. The Pacific option is a savoury alternative to sweet biscuits.
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Hellema Smoeltjes Speculaas Cookies, 8 pieces, 200 g
Consider this pack if you’re taking speculaas biscuits along to share. The product name states 8 pieces and 200 g. Check how the biscuits are arranged inside the pack, and read the latest label if you have allergies.
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Ulker Halley Mini Biscuits, 3 × 77 g
The three packs could be a good option if you want to split the biscuits between different lunch breaks. The product name states 3 × 77 g. Check how many biscuits are in each pack, and read the latest label if you have allergies.
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Lu Scholiertje Milk Chocolate Biscuits, 150 g
This 150 g pack is an option if you’re looking for chocolate biscuits to share with a smaller group. Check the number of portions if you’re buying for several people, and read the latest label if you have allergies.
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FESTIVAL Vanilla Flavour Cookies, 403 g
At 403 g, this pack could work for several lunch breaks or a group. Check how many biscuits and portions it contains before sharing them out, and use the latest label to check for allergens.
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Pacific Biscuits with Iron & Onion Flavour Family Pack, 400 g
This is a savoury biscuit option for a lunch where sweet biscuits aren’t what you’re after. The product name states that it’s a 400 g Family Pack. Check how the portions are divided and read the latest label before handing out the biscuits.
Frequently asked questions
Should I choose a large pack or individual portions?
Choose individually wrapped portions if people are taking the biscuits with them, and one large pack if the group is eating together. Either way, check that the quantity and number of portions are right for the group.
What should I look for when comparing biscuits for a group?
Compare the net weight, the number of biscuits or packs, and how the pack can be stored once opened. Also make sure you’re comparing like with like, rather than judging by pack size alone.
Do I need to check for allergens when sharing biscuits?
Yes. If someone in the group needs to avoid certain allergens, the label for the exact product is what matters when choosing. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says allergens must be listed in the ingredients information for prepacked foods. Don’t assume another product variant has the same ingredients.
Are biscuits a substitute for lunch?
Don’t automatically treat biscuits as a substitute for lunch. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre points out that many snacks are high in calories, sugars, salt or saturated fat. Consider the nutritional information per 100 g and per portion alongside what else you’re eating.
What information on the pack can help me choose?
The ingredients list, allergen information, net weight and nutrition table can help you assess the exact biscuit product. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority stresses that information on labels for prepacked foods must be easy to read, so check the pack you’re actually buying.