Which considerations matter to you?

Planning snacks for a group

You want to work out in advance how many biscuits you can hand out. The stated portions, number of biscuits and pack weight each tell you something different.

Choosing a preferred flavour

You’re choosing between dark or milk chocolate, extra chocolate pieces and a butter biscuit. Check the exact variety: the flavour, packaging and number of biscuits can all vary.

Checking the ingredients

You want to know which allergens or sweeteners are in your chosen spritz before sharing it. Check the information on the pack you’ll actually be taking with you.

What should you look for when buying?

First, decide how many biscuits you want to hand out and which flavour would suit. Then check the label on your chosen variety, especially if you’re sharing the biscuits with others.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Quantity for a group Compare the pack weight with the stated portions or number of biscuits; a portion doesn’t mean that each biscuit is individually wrapped. For a group, I want to estimate how many biscuits I can hand out. For roughly 33% of consumers, being able to plan the quantity is the priority.
Chocolate and biscuit style Check whether the variety contains dark chocolate, milk chocolate, extra chocolate pieces or butter. If the group has a clear flavour preference, I want to choose the type of chocolate and biscuit accordingly; for around 25% of consumers, flavour matters most.
Ingredients and allergens Read the ingredients and allergen information on the current pack, including any statements about possible traces. When sharing, I want to check which ingredients a specific variety contains. For roughly 25% of consumers, this is the main consideration.
Sugar information and sweeteners Check the wording about sugar, the sweeteners listed and any warnings on the packaging. If I’m specifically checking the sugar information, I also want to know which sweeteners and warnings apply; for around 17% of consumers, this is the priority.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming all chocolate spritz biscuits have the same ingredients

    The varieties differ in their ingredients and allergens. For its spritz biscuits with dark chocolate, Jumbo lists egg, wheat, milk and soya, among other ingredients; Kraakman also states that its biscuits may contain nuts, peanuts and sesame.

    Check the label on each variety separately before sharing the biscuits with others. Keep the packs identifiable if you’re serving more than one type.

  • Treating pack weight, portions and individual biscuits as the same thing

    Jumbo states that its 200 g pack contains 15 portions, Verkade lists nine portions for its 150 g Nobo Sprits Milk Chocolate, and Kraakman packs five biscuits per pack. These figures don’t tell you the same number of individual biscuits to hand out.

    Decide whether you want to count portions or individual biscuits, then work out how many packs you’ll need.

  • Checking the sugar information but overlooking sweeteners

    The Damhert Nutrition spritz biscuits described contain sweeteners. The product information warns that excessive consumption may have a laxative effect.

    If you’re thinking of sharing this variety, read both the ingredients and the warning on the pack.

  • Assuming a previous online listing means it’s still available

    Jumbo marked the Verkade and Damhert varieties described as no longer available in its online range. So a previous product listing doesn’t tell you whether you can buy the biscuits now.

    Check current availability before basing your plans for the group on a specific variety.

Brands to help you compare

These brands can help you compare specific spritz biscuit varieties. The features listed don’t necessarily apply to other products from the same brand.

Verkade

Worth considering if you’re looking for Nobo Sprits with milk chocolate or want to compare a variety with extra chocolate elements.

  • According to Jumbo, the double-chocolate variety contains 15% milk chocolate and 2,3% chocolate pieces; the product information also mentions cocoa nibs.
  • Jumbo marked both this variety and the Nobo Sprits Milk Chocolate described as no longer available in its online range. Check current availability for each variety.

Jumbo

The own-brand spritz biscuits with dark chocolate described here have clearly stated portion information, which can help you plan a platter for a group.

  • According to Jumbo, the pack contains 200 g and provides 15 portions.
  • Jumbo lists egg, wheat, milk and soya as allergens. Check the packaging before handing these spritz biscuits out.

Kraakman

The butter spritz biscuits with chocolate described here come in packs of five biscuits.

  • According to the product information on Jumbo, this variety contains 27% butter and 15% chocolate.
  • The allergen information lists milk, egg, soya and wheat, among other ingredients, and states that the biscuits may also contain nuts, peanuts and sesame.

Damhert Nutrition

The dark chocolate spritz biscuits described here may be worth considering if you’re comparing products with specific sugar information and sweeteners.

  • The product information on Jumbo lists maltitol, erythritol and isomalt as sweeteners.
  • The product carries a warning that excessive consumption may have a laxative effect. Jumbo also marked it as no longer available in its online range.

Chocolate spritz biscuits on Joybuy

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Frequently asked questions

Should I check the allergens in pre-packed chocolate spritz biscuits?

Yes. According to Your Europe, the European Union’s information portal, allergens in pre-packed foods sold in the EU must be declared and highlighted in the ingredients list. Also check the pack for the variety you’ve chosen for any statements about possible traces.

How should I store chocolate spritz biscuits when I take them with me?

Follow the storage instructions on the pack you’re taking with you. The varieties described include instructions to store the biscuits in a dry place; some products also say to reseal the pack after opening. Check which instructions apply to your variety.

What should I look for on spritz biscuits labelled as having no added sugar?

As well as that statement, read the ingredients and check for any warnings. The Damhert Nutrition variety described contains sweeteners and carries a warning that excessive consumption may have a laxative effect.

Is a variety listed online also available to buy?

Not necessarily. Jumbo marked the Verkade and Damhert varieties described as no longer available in its online range. Check current stock before planning to serve a particular spritz biscuit to a group.