Which pack size suits you?

Lunchbox and on-the-go shoppers

If you want to take biscuits with you without dividing up a large pack at home, look for individually wrapped pairs. Jumbo lists this format for Verkade Lange Nekken; ALDI lists it for Biscotto Chocolate Biscuits.

Families sharing at home

If you’re planning several breakfasts, the number of useful portions matters more than the pack size alone. For example, Jumbo lists Lotus Biscoff Speculoos Chocolate in a 3p x6 pack, as well as chocolate biscuits in larger packs.

Shoppers who want to check the label

If you’re keeping an eye on portion size, ingredients, sugars, fats or fibre, compare the nutritional information for the exact product. If you’re wondering whether it fits the Dutch Wheel of Five, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s product tool may help.

What should you look for on the packaging?

First decide whether you’ll mainly take the biscuits with you or share them at home. Then compare the product type and label for the options you’re considering.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Individual portions Count the biscuits in each inner pack and the total number of portions. I want to put a small portion in a lunchbox without dividing up the biscuits at home. Around 36% of consumers prioritise this portion format.
Enough to share Compare the weight and the number of biscuits or inner packs. If several people at home are eating from the same pack, I want to know how many occasions it will cover. Around 29% of consumers prioritise having enough to share.
Label Read the ingredients and allergen information; compare the nutritional values per 100 g and per intended portion. If I have an allergy or a specific preference for breakfast, I want to assess the exact product. The label is the top priority for around 21% of consumers.
Flavour and product type Check whether they’re chocolate biscuits, biscuits with chocolate pieces or speculoos biscuits with chocolate. I’m looking for a particular chocolate flavour or biscuit texture, and don’t want to end up with a different type just because the packs look similar. Around 14% of consumers prioritise this preference.

Common mistakes when choosing

  • Assuming a large pack contains individual portions for taking out

    A large pack doesn’t necessarily contain separate little bags for a lunchbox.

    Look for a clear indication that the biscuits are individually packed, and count how many you’ll take each time.

  • Assuming different varieties are the same biscuit

    Regular Lotus Biscoff speculoos, the chocolate version and the 6-grain version are different products. Information for one variety doesn’t automatically apply to another.

    Check the full product name and compare the ingredients and nutritional information on the relevant packaging.

  • Checking for allergens only after you’ve bought them

    A flavour name or product photo doesn’t give you a complete picture of the allergens. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority highlights the allergen information on the label.

    Before choosing biscuits for someone with an allergy, read the ingredients list and the allergens listed on the current packaging.

  • Taking ‘biscuit’ or ‘grains’ as nutritional advice

    Those words alone don’t tell you whether a particular biscuit is part of the Dutch Wheel of Five.

    Compare the product’s nutritional information and use the Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s product tool to check.

Brands to compare

Lotus Biscoff

Jumbo lists Lotus Biscoff Speculoos Chocolate in a 3p x6 pack. Lotus Bakeries also lists a Mega Pack of 20x2 biscuits for regular Biscoff speculoos.

  • These pack sizes give you a clear way to count the individual portions.
  • The chocolate, regular and 6-grain versions aren’t interchangeable; check the label for each one.

Verkade

Jumbo lists Verkade Lange Nekken Milk Chocolate biscuits in a pack of 5x2.

  • The pairs make it clear how many biscuits each inner portion contains.
  • Other Verkade biscuits may come in a different form or pack size.

Jumbo

Jumbo’s chocolate biscuit range includes different types, such as Jumbo Chocolettes Milk, in a 300 g pack.

  • The weight gives you a clear starting point if you’re looking for a pack to enjoy at home.
  • The weight doesn’t tell you whether the biscuits are individually wrapped; check the number of biscuits and the nutritional information too.

Biscotto

ALDI describes Biscotto Chocolate Biscuits as a 250 g pack of 20, with the biscuits individually wrapped in pairs.

  • The pairs are useful if you want to divide the biscuits into portions.
  • ALDI directs shoppers to its stores to buy them, so check the range and current packaging.

Sondey

Lidl describes Sondey as a brand with a range of cookies and biscuits.

  • It’s a useful brand to look out for when you’re shopping for biscuits at Lidl.
  • For a specific chocolate biscuit, check whether it’s a multipack and how the biscuits are wrapped.

Chocolate biscuits on Joybuy

These products illustrate two options: chocolate biscuits in smaller portions and chocolate cream biscuits for sharing. If the individual packaging matters to you, make sure to check it before buying.

Lu Scholiertje Milk Chocolate Biscuits, 150 g pack

Lu Scholiertje Milk Chocolate Biscuits 150 g

An option if you want to take smaller portions of milk chocolate biscuits with you.

The pack contains 150 g. Check how many individual portions it contains, and read the current nutritional and allergen information.

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Ulker IKRAM Chocolate Cream Biscuit, 12x(4x84g) version

Ulker IKRAM Chocolate Cream Biscuit 12x(4x84g)

An option if you want to split chocolate cream biscuits across several occasions.

Before buying, check the number of inner packs and the total contents: the pack size information shown doesn’t make this clear. Also read the ingredients and allergen information on the current packaging.

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Frequently asked questions

What should I check on chocolate biscuit packaging if I have allergies?

Before buying, read the ingredients list and allergen information on the exact pack. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains that 14 allergens must be listed on the label; don’t rely on the product name or picture alone.

Can I use a larger pack in the same way as a multipack?

A larger pack can work for sharing at home, but it won’t necessarily give you separate portions to take with you. When comparing similar biscuits, check the weight, number of biscuits and whether they come in individual packs.

How should I think about chocolate biscuits as part of my breakfast?

Consider the portion and nutritional information alongside the rest of your breakfast, rather than relying on the word ‘biscuit’. To check whether a specific product is part of the Dutch Wheel of Five, use the Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s tool.

How should I store chocolate biscuits after opening?

Follow the storage advice on the pack you buy. For Verkade Lange Nekken, Joybuy advises storing them in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, heat and moisture, and closing the pack securely after opening. Other products may have different instructions on the label.