Fans of spritz biscuits with dark chocolate
You’re looking for a biscuit that specifically mentions dark chocolate for King’s Day. A name such as ‘double chocolate’ isn’t enough to convince you that it has a layer of dark chocolate.
Who is this choice relevant to?
Hosts who want to share spritz biscuits
You’re putting biscuits out for guests and comparing the pack size, number of biscuits and type of chocolate.
Shoppers checking allergens
You need to know which allergens are listed for the specific product. The words ‘dark chocolate’ won’t tell you whether a spritz biscuit contains wheat, milk, egg or soya, for example.
What should you look for in dark chocolate spritz biscuits?
Start by checking that the product specifically mentions dark chocolate, then see whether the packaging also lists the cocoa percentage of that chocolate. For your party table, compare the number of biscuits, and always check the allergen information on the pack itself.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Dark chocolate and cocoa | Look for dark chocolate and check separately whether the cocoa percentage of the chocolate is stated. The proportion of chocolate in the spritz biscuit is a different figure. | For my party table, I want spritz biscuits that specifically contain dark chocolate, without assuming that means a high cocoa percentage. This is the top priority for around 50% of consumers. |
| How many to share | Compare the pack size and, where stated, the number of biscuits: Jumbo and PLUS each list 200 g; Albert Heijn lists 180 g and five portions. | If guests are coming over, I want to know in advance how many spritz biscuits I can put out. For around 30% of consumers, the amount to share matters most. |
| Allergens and labelling | Read the ingredients, allergen information and any ‘may contain’ warnings on the pack you buy. | If I need to avoid an allergen, I don’t want to rely on the product name. Around 20% of consumers make checking the label their top priority. |
Common mistakes
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Confusing the chocolate content with the cocoa percentage
The 18% dark chocolate listed by Jumbo and PLUS is the proportion of chocolate in the whole spritz biscuit. It doesn’t tell you how much cocoa that chocolate contains.
If the cocoa percentage matters to you, look for it separately on the packaging. If it isn’t listed, treat the biscuit as a spritz biscuit with dark chocolate, not as one confirmed to have a high cocoa percentage.
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Assuming ‘double chocolate’ means dark chocolate
Albert Heijn describes Verkade Nobo Sprits Dubbel Chocolade as a spritz biscuit with chocolate pieces and a milk chocolate coating. So the product name doesn’t prove that the coating is dark chocolate.
If you’re specifically looking for a dark chocolate spritz biscuit, check the product description and ingredients for the words ‘dark chocolate’.
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Relying on a product page you viewed earlier
Availability and product information can change between the time you view a product and when you buy it. This matters especially if the type of chocolate or an allergen affects your choice.
Check the current product page before ordering, then read the packaging again when your order arrives.
Brands compared
Jumbo
Jumbo Spritz Biscuits with Dark Chocolate are a packaged option for anyone looking for a product that specifically states its dark chocolate content.
- Jumbo’s product information lists 18% dark chocolate and a pack size of 200 g.
- That chocolate content is not the cocoa percentage. Jumbo lists egg, gluten, milk, soya and wheat as allergens.
PLUS
PLUS Fairtrade Chocolate Spritz Biscuits are another 200 g pack that specifically states it contains dark chocolate.
- PLUS describes the product as spritz biscuits with 18% dark chocolate.
- The percentage doesn’t describe the cocoa content of the chocolate. PLUS lists wheat, egg, soya and milk among the allergens.
Albert Heijn
AH Choco spritz biscuits are butter-rich spritz biscuits with dark chocolate, packaged as five portions.
- Albert Heijn lists 15% dark chocolate, 25% butter and a pack size of 180 g.
- The stated dark chocolate content is lower than the 18% in the Jumbo and PLUS biscuits mentioned here; that alone says nothing about the taste or cocoa percentage.
Verkade
Verkade Nobo Sprits Dubbel Chocolade is worth considering if you’re comparing chocolate-themed product names with a spritz biscuit that specifically contains dark chocolate.
- Albert Heijn describes this Nobo variety as a spritz biscuit with chocolate pieces and a chocolate coating.
- According to that product description, the coating is milk chocolate, not dark chocolate.
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Frequently asked questions
Does 18% dark chocolate mean the spritz biscuit has a high cocoa percentage?
No. For the Jumbo and PLUS spritz biscuits mentioned here, 18% is the proportion of dark chocolate in the whole biscuit, not the cocoa percentage of that chocolate. If the cocoa percentage matters to your choice, check whether it’s listed separately on the packaging.
Which allergens should I check in spritz biscuits with dark chocolate?
Read the label on the specific pack, including any ‘may contain’ warnings. For the varieties mentioned here, Jumbo and PLUS list wheat or gluten, egg, milk and soya, among other things; the allergen information may differ for other spritz biscuits.
How should I store spritz biscuits until King’s Day?
Follow the storage advice on the packaging and seal an opened pack tightly. Jumbo recommends storing its dark chocolate spritz biscuits in a cool, dry, dark place; Albert Heijn recommends storing AH Choco spritz biscuits in a cool, dark, dry place.
Are spritz biscuits with dark chocolate automatically a healthier choice?
No. The words ‘dark chocolate’ alone don’t tell you about the nutritional value of the whole spritz biscuit. If you like, compare the nutrition information per 100 g and per portion for the products you’re considering.