Dark chocolate lovers
You’re looking for a biscuit with a distinct dark chocolate flavour. Check the stated proportion of dark chocolate, and separately see whether a cocoa percentage is given.
Who are these biscuits for?
Anyone sharing biscuits at the breakfast table
You want a pack that suits the number of people eating. Compare the number of biscuits, the packaging format and the nutritional information per serving.
Anyone checking ingredients and nutritional values
You want to check the allergen information and the sugar and saturated fat content before buying. Also check the packaging of the product you receive.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, distinguish between dark chocolate and dark chocolate flavour. Then decide what kind of pack suits your table, and check the ingredients and nutritional information.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Dark chocolate and cocoa | Check the type of chocolate, the proportion of dark chocolate and whether a cocoa percentage is stated. The percentage of chocolate pieces is not the cocoa percentage of the biscuit. | If I’m looking for a pronounced dark chocolate flavour, I want to know how much dark chocolate the biscuit contains. This preference for dark chocolate matters most to around 45% of consumers. |
| Packaging and portions | Compare the pack weight, the number of biscuits and whether they are individually wrapped. | When the breakfast table is full, I want to share out the biscuits without having lots left over. Around 33% of consumers prioritise being able to share them. |
| Chocolate mix and label | Check which types of chocolate are used, then read the ingredients, allergen information and nutritional details per 100 g or per serving. | I want a milder chocolate mix, or I need to be able to check exactly what’s in the biscuit. This is the top priority for around 22% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming ‘dark chocolate’ means the whole biscuit contains lots of cocoa
The type of chocolate stated doesn’t tell you what proportion of the whole biscuit is made up of cocoa. For example, Jumbo says its Chocolate Cookies contain 40% dark chocolate pieces, but that isn’t a cocoa percentage.
Check whether a cocoa percentage is explicitly given for the chocolate component or the whole biscuit. If not, compare the information that is provided, such as the proportion of dark chocolate.
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Overlooking allergens because the chocolate variety sounds appealing
The biscuits discussed include ingredients such as wheat, milk, egg and soya; for some varieties, warnings about the possible presence of other allergens are also relevant.
Read the current ingredients list, the allergen information and any ‘may contain’ warnings on the packaging.
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Making a chocolate biscuit the main part of breakfast
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists options such as wholegrain foods, yoghurt or quark, porridge oats, fruit and eggs for breakfast. A biscuit has a different role at the breakfast table.
If you’re planning breakfast around those options, decide in advance how many biscuits you’d like to serve as an extra.
Brands to consider
Jumbo
Jumbo offers both Chocolate Cookies with dark chocolate pieces and Chocolate Cookie Bars with a mix of milk and dark chocolate.
- According to Jumbo, its Chocolate Cookies contain 40% dark chocolate pieces.
- That proportion is not a cocoa percentage. For this variety, also check for wheat and warnings about the possible presence of other allergens.
Albert Heijn
AH Soft chocolate cookies are soft biscuits with dark, milk and white chocolate.
- Albert Heijn states that this variety contains 10% of each of the three types of chocolate.
- The mix doesn’t confirm a high cocoa content. The product information lists 30 g of sugars per 100 g; also check the allergen information on the packaging.
Lidl
Lidl describes its Double chocolate cookie as a biscuit with dark and white chocolate pieces.
- The types of chocolate listed make it clear that this is a mix.
- Before comparing this variety on those points, check the proportion of dark chocolate, the ingredients and the nutritional information.
ALDI / Biscotto
Biscotto Chocolate Biscuits at ALDI are butter biscuits with dark, white and milk chocolate.
- ALDI describes the pack as containing 20 biscuits, weighing 250 g in total, individually wrapped in pairs.
- The chocolate mix doesn’t confirm a high cocoa content. Check the label if dark chocolate is your priority.
Lotus Biscoff
Lotus Biscoff is a crunchy speculoos biscuit with a caramelised flavour.
- It offers a different flavour for anyone looking for a biscuit to enjoy with coffee.
- Lotus doesn’t present Biscoff as a dark chocolate biscuit, so it isn’t the right choice if you’re specifically looking for dark chocolate.
Dark chocolate-flavoured biscuits on Joybuy
According to their product names, these biscuits have a dark chocolate flavour. Don’t choose based on the flavour name alone if the proportion of dark chocolate or a specific cocoa percentage is a deciding factor for you.
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Franzzi Premium dark chocolate-flavoured biscuits 70g
An option if you’re looking for a dark chocolate-flavoured biscuit for Sunday breakfast.
Pack size: 70g. Check the label if the proportion of dark chocolate, cocoa percentage or allergens will influence your choice.
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quduoduo Chunky Cookies dark chocolate-flavoured biscuits 72G
An option if you’re looking for a small pack with a dark chocolate flavour.
Pack size: 72G. Check the type of chocolate and the cocoa percentage separately; a stated proportion of chocolate doesn’t tell you how much of it is dark chocolate.
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Franzzi Mellow dark chocolate-flavoured biscuits 115g
An option if you’d like to enjoy dark chocolate-flavoured biscuits on more than one occasion.
Pack size: 115g. Check the current packaging for nutritional values, allergens and any stated cocoa percentage.
Frequently asked questions
Does ‘dark chocolate’ mean the whole biscuit contains lots of cocoa?
No. The type of chocolate doesn’t tell you how much cocoa the whole biscuit contains. Check both the proportion of chocolate in the biscuit and whether a cocoa percentage is given for that chocolate.
Which allergens should I check in a chocolate biscuit?
Check the ingredients list, highlighted allergens and any ‘may contain’ warnings on the current packaging. The varieties discussed include ingredients such as wheat, milk, egg and soya, but the ingredients vary from biscuit to biscuit. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains how allergens are listed on labels.
Can a dark chocolate biscuit make a complete Sunday breakfast?
A biscuit is better as an extra alongside breakfast options recommended by the Netherlands Nutrition Centre. These include wholegrain foods, yoghurt or quark, porridge oats, fruit and eggs. You can decide how many biscuits to serve alongside them.
Why should I read the label if I ordered online?
The packaging lets you check the details of the product you receive. Ingredients and nutritional values can change, so check the label again, especially for allergens and any values that matter to you.