Who is the packaging format important for?

People who want to share biscuits

If you want to put out or hand out biscuits individually, it matters whether each one has its own wrapper. Jumbo describes a Lotus assortment box with individually wrapped biscuits, but also says that this box is no longer part of its online range.

People who store smaller portions

If you don’t want to open a larger pack straight away, a twin pack may be enough. ALDI describes its Biscotto Chocolate Biscuits as wrapped in pairs, so opening one portion means unwrapping two biscuits at once.

People checking allergens

If you have an allergy, the information for the exact flavour and packaging matters, not just the brand name. Read the online ingredients and allergen information before ordering. According to Ondernemersplein, the mandatory labelling information for pre-packed food must also be available online.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether each biscuit needs its own wrapper. Then check availability and the information for the exact product.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it’s for
Inner packaging Check how many biscuits are in each wrapper. A unit count or multipack format doesn’t confirm this. I want to hand out biscuits individually without taking a second biscuit from the same wrapper. For around 50% of consumers, one biscuit per wrapper is the top priority.
Online availability View the current product page with your delivery address selected and check that you can order the product. If I have my shopping delivered, packaging that suits my needs is no use if it’s only available in store. Availability is the main requirement for around 30% of consumers.
Ingredients and allergens Read the online information for the exact product and check the label again when it arrives. If I have an allergy, I want to check the ingredients and allergens before ordering. Around 20% of consumers give this the highest priority.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a multipack means individually wrapped biscuits

    Lotus lists Biscoff with dark chocolate as 7 × 3 pieces. This doesn’t tell you whether each biscuit is individually wrapped.

    If you need one biscuit per wrapper, check the information about the inner packaging or look for a clear product photo.

  • Counting a twin pack as a single-biscuit pack

    According to ALDI, Biscotto Chocolate Biscuits are wrapped in pairs. Opening one portion means unwrapping two biscuits at once.

    Choose a twin pack only if two biscuits per snack or serving suit the way you’ll use them.

  • Using an old product page as proof that you can order it

    Jumbo’s product pages for Lotus Luxe Assorti and PiCK UP! Original TET state that these specific products are no longer part of its online range.

    Just before checkout, check whether the product you want is available to order to your delivery address. If you choose an alternative, check its inner packaging again.

  • Relying on the brand name alone if you have allergies

    Ingredients and allergens vary by product. According to Ondernemersplein, mandatory labelling information must also be available for online sales.

    Before buying, read the ingredients, allergens and any warnings on the product page, then check the label again when it arrives.

Brands and ranges to explore

Lotus Biscoff

Lotus offers chocolate speculoos in multipack formats. Jumbo also describes a Lotus assortment box with individually wrapped biscuits.

  • Lotus lists Biscoff with dark chocolate in a 7 × 3 pieces pack.
  • This doesn’t confirm that each biscuit has its own wrapper. The assortment box described by Jumbo is no longer part of its online range.

Biscotto

ALDI’s own-brand chocolate biscuits are available in twin packs.

  • According to ALDI, the pack contains 20 biscuits, wrapped in pairs.
  • These aren’t individually wrapped biscuits. The relevant ALDI page refers to shopping in store and doesn’t confirm a delivery option.

PiCK UP!

A snack with a slab of milk chocolate between two biscuits, for anyone considering this format too.

  • Jumbo describes the PiCK UP! Original TET version as a pack of 5 × 28 g.
  • Jumbo says this version is no longer part of its online range, and the product page doesn’t confirm that each biscuit has its own wrapper.

Verkade

Verkade offers several ranges of chocolate biscuits, including Tops, Chocorondjes and Duo’tjes.

  • The range offers different types of chocolate biscuits to compare by packaging format.
  • The brand name or range page doesn’t tell you how many biscuits are in each inner pack. Check this for the product you choose.

Jumbo

Jumbo offers both its own-brand chocolate biscuits and products from other brands.

  • The category page can help you find products whose details you’d like to check.
  • A listing in the category doesn’t confirm that each biscuit is individually wrapped or that the product is available to order to your address.

Products for smaller portions on Joybuy

This selection includes chocolate biscuits and a chocolate wafer for anyone considering smaller portions. For each product, check how many pieces are in the inner pack: a portion of two won’t work if you want one biscuit per wrapper.

Glico Pocky Cookie Bar Chocolate Flavor 47 g IN

Glico Pocky Cookie Bar Chocolate Flavor 47 g IN

For anyone who wants to take or share chocolate-flavoured biscuit sticks: check the product page to see how many sticks are in each inner pack. This version is listed as 47 g; also check the ingredients and allergens for the exact product.

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Nestle Kitkat Strawberry Short Cake 9 pieces 104,4 g

Nestle Kitkat Strawberry Short Cake, 9 pieces, 104,4 g

For anyone considering a Kitkat wafer bar instead of a chocolate biscuit. The pack is listed as 9 pieces and 104,4 g; before buying, check the inner packaging and allergen information for this version.

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Lu Scholiertje milk chocolate biscuits 150 g

Lu Scholiertje milk chocolate biscuits 150 g

For anyone who can use two biscuits at a time. Check how many biscuits are in each wrapper in this 150 g pack; don’t choose it based only on the portion information if you need one biscuit at a time.

View on Joybuy

Frequently asked questions

Does 7 × 3 pieces mean each biscuit has its own wrapper?

No, that information alone doesn’t confirm it. Lotus lists Biscoff with dark chocolate as 7 × 3 pieces; check the inner packaging before choosing this version to hand out individual biscuits.

Are biscuits wrapped in pairs suitable for handing out one at a time?

No, not if each biscuit needs its own wrapper. ALDI describes Biscotto Chocolate Biscuits as wrapped in pairs, so they’re only suitable if you can use both biscuits at once.

What product information should I check before ordering online?

Check the ingredients and allergens for the exact product, as well as the number of biscuits in each inner pack. According to Ondernemersplein, mandatory labelling information for pre-packed food must also be available online; compare this information with the label when your order arrives.

How should I store chocolate biscuits after delivery?

Follow the storage instructions on the packaging you receive. For example, Jumbo says PiCK UP! Original TET is best stored in a cool, dry place and protected from heat; check the packaging for any other product.