Those who enjoy a biscuit with their coffee
You’re looking for a spritz biscuit with a chocolate coating that you can serve without any preparation. The choice between milk and dark chocolate comes first.
Who are chocolate spritz biscuits with coffee suitable for?
Shoppers who read labels carefully
Ingredients, nutritional information and allergens determine which pack is right for you. The varieties discussed here include ingredients such as wheat, milk and soya; also check for warnings about the possible presence of other allergens.
Shoppers buying biscuits for several coffee breaks
You compare the number of biscuits and pack weight with how much you’d like to use once the pack is open. The shop’s current range may also influence your choice.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, choose the type of chocolate you’d like, then check whether the portion size, label and packaging suit your coffee break.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
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| Type of chocolate | Check whether the pack says milk or dark chocolate, and whether it’s a coating, decoration or pieces. | If I’m looking for a particular chocolate flavour with my coffee, that choice determines which biscuit I pick. Around 29% of consumers would make the type of chocolate their top priority when buying. |
| Portion size and ease of sharing | Check the number of biscuits and the stated portion size. Albert Heijn lists AH Choco Spritz biscuits as five biscuits weighing 36 g each. | For separate coffee breaks, I want to know how many biscuits are in the pack. For around 21% of consumers, a suitable portion size would be their top priority. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients, nutritional information and any ‘may contain’ statement on the pack you’re buying. | If I need to watch out for certain ingredients, I can’t rely on the words ‘dark chocolate’ alone. Ingredients and allergens would be the top buying priority for around 29% of consumers. |
| Packaging and availability | Compare the pack weight with how much you’ll use, and check the shop’s current range. | If I’m buying biscuits for several coffee breaks, I want a pack I can finish once it’s open. Around 21% of consumers would prioritise packaging and availability. |
Common mistakes when choosing
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Assuming dark chocolate means it’s dairy-free
The dark chocolate spritz biscuits from Jumbo and PLUS also list milk ingredients. The type of chocolate also doesn’t tell you how much sugar a product contains.
Check the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information on the exact pack, rather than relying on the product name alone.
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Choosing a large pack without thinking about storage
Once opened, it’s important to seal the pack properly to keep the biscuits in good condition. A larger pack is practical only if the weight suits how much you’ll use.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing biscuits in a cool, dry, dark place in a well-sealed container. Also follow the storage advice on the pack.
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Assuming a shop’s range never changes
A variety shown may not be available every time you visit; ALDI notes that special-buy items are available in limited quantities.
Before buying, check that the chocolate variety is available and read the label on the pack you’re actually taking home.
Brands with chocolate spritz biscuits to consider
Verkade
Verkade offers NoboSprits with milk chocolate; Albert Heijn also lists a double-chocolate variety with chocolate pieces and a milk chocolate coating.
- Verkade states that NoboSprits Milk contains 15% milk chocolate.
- The milk chocolate variety lists wheat, milk and soya. For the double-chocolate variety, also check warnings about the possible presence of nuts and sesame.
Jumbo
Jumbo offers spritz biscuits with dark chocolate in a 200 g pack.
- Jumbo states that this variety contains 18% dark chocolate.
- The product lists ingredients including egg, wheat, milk and soya; ‘dark’ doesn’t mean dairy-free here.
Albert Heijn
AH Choco Spritz biscuits are butter spritz biscuits decorated with dark chocolate and sold in packs of five.
- Albert Heijn states that they contain 25% butter and 15% dark chocolate, and come in five 36 g portions.
- The product lists milk, cereals containing gluten, soya and wheat, and may also contain egg and almond.
PLUS / g’woon
PLUS lists a 200 g chocolate spritz biscuit made with dark chocolate.
- According to PLUS, the spritz biscuit contains 18% dark chocolate; PLUS also states that it uses Rainforest Alliance-certified cocoa.
- The listed ingredients and allergens include wheat, egg, soya and milk. Check the current label if you need to avoid any of these ingredients.
Biscotto
ALDI lists Biscotto butter spritz biscuits in plain or chocolate varieties, in pack sizes ranging from 300–400 g.
- The chocolate variety is an option if you’re looking for butter spritz biscuits at ALDI.
- Check which variety is available in store, and read the label on that pack for ingredients and allergens.
Joybuy products: milk chocolate spritz biscuits
If you’re after milk chocolate for a coffee break, there’s a Verkade spritz biscuit below in a 150 g pack. Compare it with your preference for chocolate, and check the current label if ingredients or allergens matter to your purchase.
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Verkade Nobo Spritzed Milk Chocolate 150 g
An option if you’re looking for a milk chocolate spritz biscuit to enjoy with your coffee. The pack contains 150 g; check the current packaging for allergen information.
Frequently asked questions about chocolate spritz biscuits
Can I choose chocolate spritz biscuits if I need to avoid gluten, milk or soya?
Don’t assume a chocolate spritz biscuit is free from these ingredients. The varieties discussed from Verkade, Jumbo, Albert Heijn and PLUS list one or more of them; check the ingredients and any warnings on the pack you’re buying.
Does dark chocolate mean a spritz biscuit is dairy-free or contains less sugar?
No, you can’t tell that from the words ‘dark chocolate’. The spritz biscuits discussed from Jumbo and PLUS also list milk ingredients; compare the products’ nutritional information to check their sugar content.
How should I store an opened pack of spritz biscuits?
Store the biscuits in a cool, dry, dark place in a well-sealed container, as advised by the Netherlands Nutrition Centre. Also check the specific storage instructions on the pack.
Where can I find allergen information for packaged spritz biscuits?
Check the label on the pack you’re buying. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains that allergens which must be declared in prepacked foods have to be clearly identified in the ingredients list; also check for statements about the possible presence of other allergens.