A traveller craving a quick snack
You want something to eat while you’re waiting or on your way to the gate, without being left with a large opened pack afterwards.
Who might find a small pack useful?
A traveller who wants breakfast on the go
You’re looking for a pre-packed portion of biscuits that you can eat without cutlery. A pack with several biscuits is fine, as long as the portion suits your mealtime.
A traveller who needs to check ingredients
Only choose a product after checking the current ingredients list, the allergens listed and any cross-contamination warning on the packaging.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start by checking how many biscuits are in the inner packet. Then choose packaging that’s easy to carry, and read the label on your chosen product before eating it.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
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| Single portion | Check how many biscuits are in each inner packet, not just how many packets are in the outer packaging. | If I want a small snack, I don’t want to be left with an opened pack. Around 33% of consumers put finding a suitable portion first. |
| Easy to carry | Check that the inner packaging is sealed and intact, and will fit easily in your bag. | Between departure and boarding, I want to be able to grab a snack without opening a large pack. For around 25% of consumers, convenience is the top priority. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients list, the allergens listed and any cross-contamination warning on the packet. | If I need to avoid certain ingredients, the label tells me whether this variety is suitable. That’s the first thing around 25% of consumers consider. |
| Portion size and nutritional information | Compare the amount per portion and, if relevant to your choice, the nutritional values per portion. | For a more substantial snack, I want to know whether one packet will be enough, even if it contains several biscuits. Around 17% of consumers prioritise portion size or nutritional information. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming ‘individually wrapped’ means ‘one biscuit’
An inner packet can contain several biscuits. For example, a Sultana Forest Fruits portion contains three biscuits, while Lotus Biscoff is also available in twin packs.
Check how many biscuits are in each inner packet if you want to stop after one or don’t want to keep an opened pack.
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Relying on the brand name when checking allergens
Ingredients vary between products and varieties. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains the labelling requirements for the 14 allergens that must be declared.
Just before eating, check the ingredients list, the allergens listed and any cross-contamination warning on the packaging of the product you actually bought.
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Assuming an online product listing means it’s on the shelf
Schiphol lists shops and a Lotus Biscoff product, but that doesn’t tell you whether the size you want is on the shelf at the shop on your route.
If you need a specific size, bring it with you or check which packs are available when you get there.
Brands to consider
Lotus Biscoff
Speculoos for anyone looking for a small sweet portion. Lotus Bakeries Netherlands lists twin packs in its Pocket Pack range, among other options; Schiphol also lists a pack of XL twin packs.
- A twin pack makes it clear that you get two biscuits in each opened packet.
- Two biscuits aren’t the same as one. Check the label for wheat and soya, too.
Sultana
Fruit biscuits for anyone who wants a measured portion of several biscuits. For the Forest Fruits variety, Joybuy lists three biscuits per portion.
- The portion information helps you decide whether one inner packet is right for your snack break.
- The Forest Fruits variety isn’t for anyone looking for a single biscuit. According to the product information, it contains cereals containing gluten, milk and wheat; check the packet for possible traces, too.
LiGA BelVita
Breakfast biscuits for anyone looking for a more substantial, pre-packed snack. Albert Heijn describes its Soft Red Fruits variety as containing five individually wrapped biscuits.
- An individually wrapped biscuit may suit you if you don’t want to open a packet containing several biscuits.
- The amount in each inner packet varies by variety. Check which size you’re buying and whether that particular variety is available.
Nature Valley
A protein bar is an alternative if you’re deliberately looking for something other than a biscuit. For its Peanut Chocolate variety, Joybuy describes one 40 g bar with 10.2 g of protein per portion.
- This variety is described as one bar per portion.
- A protein bar isn’t a biscuit. For the Peanut Chocolate variety, check the label for peanuts, soya, milk, lactose and possible traces of nuts.
Biscuits and wafers on Joybuy
These products include biscuits and wafer products for a snack on the go. A wafer isn’t the same as a biscuit, so compare both the type of snack and the contents of the inner packet for each product.
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NABATI Butter Caramel Flavor Wafer 12 × 27 g
A wafer product to consider if you don’t need a biscuit. The product name lists 12 units of 27 g; if you’re looking for a specific number of wafers, check how many are in each unit.
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LU Scholiertje milk chocolate biscuits 150 g
A chocolate biscuit to consider if you’re looking for a small snack to have with coffee or tea. The outer pack contains 150 g; bear in mind that the portions contain two biscuits if you’re actually looking to eat just one.
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Sanniu Evergreen Onion Flavour Biscuits 400 g, 20 packets
A savoury biscuit option for anyone who isn’t looking for a sweet snack. The product name lists 400 g and 20 individual packets; if portion size is important, check the packaging to see how many biscuits are in each packet.
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Sultana Forest Fruits fruit biscuits, 5 packs of 3
These fruit biscuits are a good choice if you want to take three biscuits for one snack break, but not if you’re literally looking for a single biscuit. Joybuy lists three biscuits per portion; for this variety, check the current label for cereals containing gluten, milk, wheat and any warnings about possible traces.
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Oreo Wafer Cubes Milk Vanilla Flavor 42 g
A wafer product for anyone who wants something other than a biscuit. The product name lists 42 g; before buying, check how the wafers are divided within the pack if you want to take exactly one portion.
Frequently asked questions
Can you take a dry biscuit through security at Schiphol?
For a dry biscuit, the main thing is to distinguish it from liquid or spreadable food: Schiphol says that liquid and spreadable food products are subject to the liquids rules. Follow the instructions from security staff at the checkpoint, and check any additional baggage rules for your journey.
Does an individual packet always contain one biscuit?
No. Lotus Biscoff comes in twin packs, while a Sultana Forest Fruits fruit biscuit portion contains three biscuits. Check the packet to see how many biscuits are in each inner packet, not just how many packets are in the box.
How do I check allergens in pre-packed biscuits?
Read the ingredients list and the allergens listed on the packaging of the product you’re going to eat. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains the requirement to declare 14 allergens on the label. Also check for any cross-contamination warning, and don’t rely on the brand name alone.