Office buyers who keep a biscuit tin stocked
They consider the amount in each pack and how many biscuits they need for regular coffee breaks and other pauses during the day.
Who is this choice relevant to?
Teams who prefer milk or dark chocolate
The type of chocolate coating makes a difference: the Verkade spritz biscuits reviewed here have a milk chocolate coating, while the PLUS and Jumbo varieties have dark chocolate.
Office managers who need to check labels
For a shared cupboard, they need to be able to check the ingredients and allergens in the biscuits in the tin, and how to store them after opening.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, decide which type of chocolate you want for the shared office biscuit tin. Then check whether the pack size suits how the biscuits will be used, read the label and make sure you can store them in an airtight container once opened.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
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| Stock and pack size | Compare the weight per pack with how often the tin is topped up: the PLUS and Jumbo varieties reviewed here contain 200 g, while the Verkade variety contains 150 g. | If I top up the biscuit tin often, I want a pack that suits the way it’s used at the office. Stock levels are the top priority for around 37% of consumers. |
| Milk or dark chocolate | Check which type of chocolate the exact variety contains: Verkade lists 15% milk chocolate, while PLUS and Jumbo each list 18% dark chocolate. | If my team has a clear preference for milk or dark chocolate, I don’t want to choose by brand name alone. The type of chocolate is the first consideration for around 27% of consumers. |
| Storage after opening | Choose an airtight container and follow the storage instructions on the pack. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing biscuits in a cool, dry, dark place in a well-sealed container. | If biscuits are left in a shared tin for longer, I want to stop them going soft or stale. Storage is the top consideration for around 18% of consumers. |
| Allergens | Check the ingredients list for the variety you’ve chosen: the spritz biscuits reviewed here contain ingredients including wheat, milk and soya; the PLUS and Jumbo varieties also contain egg. Verkade states that nuts and sesame may be present. | If colleagues need to avoid certain allergens, I want to know what’s in the shared tin. Checking the label is the highest priority for around 9% of consumers. |
| Variety with sweeteners | Read all the nutrition information and the warning on the pack of Damhert Nutrition Sprits Dark Chocolate; the product information shown by Jumbo lists 29 g of polyols per 100 g. | If I’m specifically looking for a spritz biscuit with sweeteners, I want to know which ingredients and warnings apply. This is the main selection criterion for around 9% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming all chocolate spritz biscuits are the same
The products reviewed differ in whether they have milk or dark chocolate, the percentage of chocolate, pack size and allergens.
Compare the name and ingredients list on the exact pack you’re putting in the tin.
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Leaving an opened pack out in the office kitchen
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, biscuits can go soft or stale if they’re stored incorrectly.
Put them in a clean, airtight container and keep it somewhere cool, dry and dark.
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Putting out a variety with sweeteners without checking the label
The product information for Damhert Nutrition Sprits Dark Chocolate lists polyols and warns that excessive consumption may have a laxative effect.
Leave the pack and its warning where colleagues can check what’s in the tin.
Brands and product ranges compared
Verkade
Verkade Nobo Sprits milk chocolate comes in a 150 g pack for anyone specifically looking for milk chocolate.
- Albert Heijn lists 15% milk chocolate; PLUS recommends storing the biscuits in an airtight container after opening.
- The variety reviewed contains wheat, milk and soya; nuts and sesame may also be present.
PLUS / g'woon
The Chocolate Spritz Biscuits shown by PLUS come in a 200 g pack and are made with dark chocolate.
- PLUS product information lists 18% dark chocolate.
- The variety contains ingredients including wheat, egg, soya and milk; check the current label when sharing.
Jumbo
Jumbo Spritz Biscuits with Dark Chocolate is a 200 g own-brand variety reviewed here.
- Jumbo lists 18% dark chocolate.
- The ingredients list includes wheat, egg, milk and soya.
Damhert Nutrition
Damhert Nutrition Sprits Dark Chocolate is a variety with sweeteners, described in Jumbo’s product information.
- The nutrition information shown lists 0.0 g sugars per 100 g and 13% dark chocolate.
- The product information also lists 29 g of polyols per 100 g and warns that excessive consumption may have a laxative effect.
Biscotto
ALDI lists Biscotto butter spritz biscuits in 300–400 g packs, available plain or with chocolate.
- The listed pack size could be useful if the office biscuit tin is topped up often.
- For the chocolate variety, check the exact weight, ingredients and allergens on the pack in store.
Joybuy products for the office biscuit tin
When choosing biscuits for your office, compare the pack size and type of chocolate, and check the allergen information on the product listing before ordering.
Frequently asked questions
Do all chocolate spritz biscuits contain the same allergens?
No. The Verkade variety reviewed contains wheat, milk and soya, and may contain nuts and sesame; the PLUS and Jumbo varieties reviewed also contain egg. Always check the ingredients list on the exact pack before sharing biscuits.
How should you store spritz biscuits in an office tin?
Store the biscuits in a cool, dry, dark place in an airtight container, as recommended by the Netherlands Nutrition Centre. Also follow the storage instructions and date on the pack.
Is a 200 g pack always more practical for the office?
Not if the tin empties slowly or doesn’t close properly. The PLUS and Jumbo varieties reviewed contain 200 g, compared with 150 g for Verkade Nobo Sprits milk chocolate. Choose an amount that suits how quickly the biscuits are eaten.
What should you check on Damhert spritz biscuits with sweeteners?
Read the nutrition information and warning on the pack. The information shown by Jumbo lists 0.0 g sugars and 29 g of polyols per 100 g, with a warning that excessive consumption may have a laxative effect.