Only choose chocolate-coated spritz biscuits for school after checking the school’s rules and the current label. If you’re packing one for your child’s school bag, setting aside a portion in advance can make things easier. For a class treat, however, allergy rules matter more than a preference for milk or dark chocolate. The varieties discussed here contain wheat or gluten and often milk and soya too.
Whether you’re packing a biscuit in your child’s school bag or bringing in a treat for the class, you’ll want to know what the school allows and which allergens are listed on the packaging. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises asking whether any children have allergies when bringing in treats.
You might be looking for a spritz biscuit with milk chocolate, extra chocolate pieces or dark chocolate. Compare the ingredients and portion information for the specific product: the type of chocolate doesn’t tell you which allergens the biscuit contains.
You might be considering a sweetened variety and want to take the packaging warning into account. Also check the allergens and whether the product you’ve chosen is available.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Allergens and school rules | Read the allergen information on the packaging you’ve chosen and check what the school or class allows, especially if you’re bringing in a treat. | If I’m bringing something in for the class, I want to avoid a child being unable to eat it because of an allergy or school rule. This is the top priority for around 36% of consumers. |
| Portions and packing | Check the stated portion size or number of biscuits, along with the storage instructions. AH Choco spritsen are described as five portions of 36 g. | For a school bag, I want to be able to set aside a portion in advance rather than send in an opened packet. Around 29% of consumers prioritise this practical approach. |
| Type of chocolate | Compare milk, double and dark chocolate on the product packaging, then check the ingredients and allergens too. | If flavour preference determines my choice, I want to know what type of chocolate is on the spritz biscuit. This is the top priority for around 21% of consumers. |
| Packaging and availability | Compare the pack sizes and check that your chosen variety is available. Always read the physical label when you buy it. | If I’m buying for several school occasions, I want to be able to find a suitable pack size. This is the first consideration for around 14% of consumers. |
According to the product information, the dark chocolate spritz biscuits from Jumbo and PLUS also list milk or milk fat. So the description ‘dark’ does not tell you whether a product contains allergens.
Read the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack you want to buy, even if you already know the type of chocolate.
A product that’s suitable at home may not meet the rules for sharing treats at school. Other children’s allergies or dietary requirements may also affect your choice.
Before buying, ask the school or teacher which treats are allowed. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends asking about allergies when bringing in treats.
The product information for Damhert Nutrition Sprits Pure Chocolade lists sweeteners and warns that excessive consumption may have a laxative effect. The product also lists wheat, milk, soya and egg.
Read the warning and allergen information before choosing this variety for school.
Ingredients and allergen information can change. Lidl Netherlands directs customers to the packaging for ingredients, allergens and nutritional values for its food products, rather than providing an online list.
Check the label on the actual packet when you buy it, and again before packing it for school.
The Nobo range includes a spritz biscuit with a milk chocolate coating and a double chocolate variety, giving you a choice of flavours.
AH Choco spritsen are butter spritz biscuits with 15% dark chocolate, according to Albert Heijn. The 180 g pack is described as containing five portions.
Jumbo Spritsen met Pure Chocolade is a 200 g pack containing 18% dark chocolate and 15 stated portions, according to Jumbo.
PLUS Chocolade sprits Fairtrade is a 200 g pack containing 18% dark chocolate, according to PLUS.
Damhert Nutrition Sprits Pure Chocolade is an option if you want to compare the ingredients in a spritz biscuit made with sweeteners.
First, ask the school or teacher what the class rules are. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre also advises asking whether any children have allergies when bringing in treats. Then check the allergens on the packaging you’ve chosen.
No. The varieties discussed here from Verkade, Albert Heijn, Jumbo, PLUS and Damhert list wheat, gluten or cereals containing gluten. For another product, rely only on the allergen information on its specific packaging, not on the type of chocolate or the brand name.
Not just because it’s described as ‘dark’: the dark chocolate varieties from Jumbo and PLUS discussed here list milk or milk fat. Check the current label for each variety of spritz biscuit.
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging. For Verkade Nobo Sprits Dubbel Chocolade, Albert Heijn advises storing the biscuits in a cool, dry place and keeping them sealed after opening. Jumbo advises storing its dark chocolate spritz biscuits in a dry, dark place.
