Choose a biscuit with a generous layer of chocolate if you want chocolate to take centre stage at your get-together. Go for a digestive if you prefer more biscuit, or chocolate-covered speculoos for a caramelised, spiced flavour. The stated chocolate content doesn’t tell you how much cocoa the chocolate contains. If a high cocoa content matters to you, check the cocoa percentage separately and read the allergen and nutritional information too.
If you want a crunchy biscuit with chocolate at its heart, look beyond the word ‘dark’. Compare the stated chocolate content and the ingredients; the chocolate content isn’t the same as the cocoa percentage.
If you’re serving biscuits to someone with an allergy or specific dietary requirements, check the latest ingredients list and allergen information. The varieties described show that biscuits with dark chocolate can also contain milk, wheat or soya.
If you’re catering for a group, the number of biscuits, net weight and packaging all matter. A large pack and individually wrapped portions won’t necessarily meet the same serving needs.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Chocolate and flavour profile | Compare the chocolate content with the cocoa percentage, if one is stated. Look out for additional flavours such as cinnamon too. | I want the chocolate to stand out alongside the other snacks, without assuming that ‘dark’ automatically means a high cocoa content. Around 44% of consumers prioritise flavour profile. |
| Ingredients and nutritional information | Check the latest allergen information and compare sugars and fats per 100 g. | If I’m serving someone with an allergy, I want to know which ingredients and potential traces are listed on the packaging. For around 33% of consumers, ingredients and label information are the top priority. |
| Pack size and ease of sharing | Check the net weight and the number of biscuits or individually wrapped portions. | When I’m hosting a group, I want to know roughly how many biscuits I can serve. Pack size and ease of sharing come first for around 23% of consumers. |
Jumbo states that its Chocolade Biscuits Puur contain 63% chocolate and its Digestive Biscuit Pure Chocolade contain 30% dark chocolate. These percentages describe how much chocolate is in the biscuit, not how much cocoa that chocolate contains. So they don’t tell you which biscuit has the highest cocoa content.
If a particular cocoa content is essential, look for a separate cocoa percentage on the latest packaging or in the manufacturer’s product specifications.
The biscuits with dark chocolate described here include ingredients such as milk, wheat and soya; some packs also warn that they may contain traces of nuts. The term ‘dark’ doesn’t describe all the ingredients in the biscuit.
If you have an allergy or dietary requirement, always check the latest ingredients list, allergen information and any warnings on the packaging.
A heavier pack doesn’t necessarily contain biscuits in a size that suits your guests. A pack of loose biscuits and one with individually wrapped portions may work differently when serving.
Check both the net weight and the number of biscuits or portions before choosing.
The storage instructions for the Jumbo biscuits described here say to seal the pack well after opening and store it as directed.
Put out only the biscuits you want to serve, then reseal the rest according to the instructions on the pack.
Chocolate chip melk & puur is a biscuit with chocolate chips, not a biscuit whose described flavour comes exclusively from dark chocolate.
The dark chocolate speculoos is a good match if you prefer a caramelised, spiced biscuit rather than a plain biscuit base.
The Jumbo products described offer a choice between a biscuit with a high chocolate content and a digestive with dark chocolate.
The sugar-coated biscuits with dark chocolate are an option if you’re looking for a larger pack and a sweeter finish suits your get-together.
The chocolate biscuits described by ALDI come in a mixed box, making them a good choice if you want to serve different types of chocolate.
No, not unless the cocoa content is stated separately. A chocolate percentage or the percentage of the dark chocolate coating tells you what proportion of the biscuit is made up of that chocolate. Check the cocoa percentage separately if it will determine your choice.
Yes. The varieties described here contain milk and soya, as well as wheat or other gluten-containing ingredients. If you have an allergy, always check the latest packaging, even if you’ve bought the product before.
Compare the nutritional values of similar biscuits per 100 g. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends comparing products per 100 g. Also consider how many biscuits you want to serve, so differences in portion size don’t skew your comparison.
Check the ingredients list and allergen information on the latest packaging, along with any warnings about potential traces. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains that allergens must be clearly stated on the labels of prepacked foods.
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging and seal the pack well after opening. The Jumbo products described also specify storage conditions such as keeping them cool, dry or away from light; check which instructions apply to your biscuits.
