Fans of a bold chocolate flavour
You want to be able to tell how much dark chocolate a biscuit contains and whether a cocoa percentage is also given. That way, you can look beyond the word ‘dark’ in the name.
Who might be interested in these biscuits?
Shoppers who check ingredients and allergens
You check the ingredients list and allergen information before buying, perhaps because of wheat, milk, soya or nuts. If a recipe changes, the current packaging is still the best source of information.
Shoppers planning a grocery order
You order biscuits with your other groceries and want to know whether your order meets the terms, delivery slots and options available for your address.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start with the type of biscuit and any information given about its chocolate or cocoa content. Then check the ingredients and packaging, and make sure the delivery terms work for you before completing your order.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Chocolate flavour and cocoa | Check the proportion of dark chocolate or chocolate chunks, and look separately for a stated cocoa percentage. | If I’m looking for a bold dark chocolate flavour, I want to know exactly what the stated percentage refers to. Around 29% of shoppers put this question about flavour and cocoa first. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the full ingredients list and both ‘contains’ and ‘may contain’ statements on the current packaging. | If I need to avoid certain ingredients, a clear label matters more than the type of biscuit. For around 29% of shoppers, checking this information is the top priority. |
| Delivery and ordering | Check the ordering terms, options for your postcode, and the available delivery or collection slot. | I want to add biscuits to my usual grocery shop without running into problems when I check out. Being able to place an order is the top priority for around 24% of shoppers. |
| Packaging and storage | Compare the net weight and check how to store the biscuits after opening. | If I’m buying biscuits for several coffee breaks, I want packaging that suits how I’ll use them and can be sealed properly. Around 18% of shoppers give packaging and storage top priority. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming ‘dark’ means the whole biscuit has a particular cocoa percentage
A statement such as 63% dark chocolate describes the proportion of chocolate in a specific biscuit, not how much cocoa the biscuit contains as a whole. Albert Heijn uses this statement for AH Zaans huisje pure chocolade.
Check separately what percentage refers to the chocolate in the biscuit, and whether a cocoa percentage is given for that chocolate. Don’t draw conclusions about the whole biscuit from the product name alone.
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Relying on a product photo alone if you have allergies
Ingredients and allergens vary between biscuits and can change. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority emphasises that consumers must be given information about allergens present.
Before eating, check the current packaging, including any ‘may contain’ statements. If anything is unclear, ask for up-to-date product information before eating the biscuit.
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Choosing a pack of biscuits before checking the ordering terms
An online grocery order may be subject to a minimum spend and the availability of delivery slots. This means a single pack of biscuits may not always be practical to order on its own.
Enter your address first, check the delivery or collection options, then decide which biscuits will fit in with your grocery order.
Relevant brands and shops to explore
The ranges mentioned vary: a caramelised biscuit isn’t an alternative if dark chocolate is your main selection criterion. Check with each retailer that the product you want is available for your order.
Albert Heijn
Online supermarket offering, among other things, own-brand biscuits with dark chocolate.
- Albert Heijn states that AH Zaans huisje pure chocolade biscuits are made up of 63% dark chocolate.
- This is not the cocoa percentage of the biscuit as a whole. Albert Heijn also notes that product information can change, so check the current packaging.
Jumbo
Online supermarket with own-brand cookies and biscuits with dark chocolate.
- Jumbo states that its Chocolate Cookies contain 40% dark chocolate chunks, and that its Digestive Biscuit Pure Chocolade contains 30% dark chocolate.
- These percentages describe different chocolate ingredients, not the cocoa percentage of the biscuits as a whole. Check the ordering options for your postcode.
Lotus Biscoff
A crisp, caramelised biscuit if you’re after a different flavour profile.
- Lotus Bakeries describes Biscoff as crisp and caramelised.
- That description doesn’t make Biscoff the right choice if you’re looking for biscuits with a demonstrably high proportion of dark chocolate.
Lidl
A supermarket to consider when exploring the biscuits available in-store.
- Lidl Netherlands describes its shops and an online store for non-food items.
- If you want biscuits delivered with your groceries, first check which ordering and delivery options are available for your address.
ALDI
Supermarket with product categories including biscuits and chocolate.
- ALDI Supermarkten lists biscuits and chocolate as product categories.
- For an online grocery order, check the specific biscuit and delivery options available for your address.
Dark chocolate flavours at Joybuy
According to their product names, these two Joybuy biscuits have a dark chocolate flavour. That description alone doesn’t prove that they have a high cocoa content or contain a particular amount of dark chocolate.
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quduoduo Chunky Cookies, Dark Chocolate Flavour, 72 g
An option if you’re looking for a chunky cookie with a dark chocolate flavour.
Pack size: 72 g. If cocoa content is a deciding factor, check the percentage stated on the current packaging and what it refers to. Also read the allergen information.
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Franzzi Mellow Dark Chocolate Flavoured Cookies, 115 g
An option if you’re looking for biscuits explicitly described as having a dark chocolate flavour.
Pack size: 115 g. When buying, compare the ingredients and any chocolate or cocoa percentages on the current packaging. The flavour description alone doesn’t tell you how much cocoa the biscuit contains. Also check the allergen information.
Frequently asked questions
Does ‘dark’ mean the whole biscuit contains a lot of cocoa?
No. The description may refer to the chocolate in or on the biscuit, rather than the biscuit as a whole. For example, Albert Heijn states that AH Zaans huisje contains 63% dark chocolate. Check what an indicated percentage describes before comparing biscuits.
Where can I check allergen information when ordering biscuits online?
Read the allergen information on the product page before ordering, and check the current packaging before eating. Look out for ‘may contain’ statements too, as ingredients and product information can change.
Can I get one pack of dark chocolate biscuits delivered?
That depends on the ordering terms for your address and chosen delivery slot. Albert Heijn and Jumbo have terms for online grocery orders, so check your full basket and the available options before completing your order.
How should I store biscuits after opening?
Follow the storage advice on the packaging for your biscuits. For the Chocolate Cookies and Digestive Biscuit Pure Chocolade mentioned above, Jumbo advises resealing the packaging securely after opening. Storage instructions may vary for other products.