Who is this choice relevant to?

Office teams who prefer dark chocolate

You want to share spritz biscuits and are looking for a product that specifically says it contains dark chocolate. A general name that simply mentions ‘chocolate’ doesn’t tell you what type has been used.

Buyers shopping for a mixed team

You need to estimate how many biscuits you’ll need and check the ingredients, allergens and storage instructions on the current packaging before serving them.

Shoppers keeping an eye on added sugar

You’re specifically looking for an option with no added sugar. You’ll also want to know which sweeteners it contains and what warning appears on the pack.

What should you look for when choosing?

If anyone has a relevant allergy, check the label first. Then compare the type of chocolate, the quantity in each pack and any preferences around added sugar.

What to consider What to check when buying Who is this most important for?
Type of chocolate Look for an explicit mention of dark chocolate. Don’t confuse the proportion of chocolate in the biscuit with the cocoa content of that chocolate. I’m looking specifically for spritz biscuits with dark chocolate to put out at the office, and don’t want to rely on a general chocolate description. For around 36% of consumers, the type of chocolate comes first.
Portions and storage Compare the net weight, the stated number of portions and the storage instructions on the pack. For a meeting, I want to know how many people I can serve and what to do with an opened pack. Around 29% of consumers put shareability first.
Added sugar As well as looking for ‘no added sugar’, read the ingredients and check for any warnings about sweeteners. I’m deliberately looking for an option with no added sugar, but also want to take the ingredients and usage warning into account. For around 21% of consumers, this is the deciding factor.
Allergens Check the current ‘contains’ and ‘may contain’ statements for any allergens relevant to your colleagues. If I’m buying for colleagues with allergies, I first need to establish whether the spritz biscuits are suitable for them. For around 14% of consumers, checking allergens is the main condition for buying.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming ‘double chocolate’ means ‘dark chocolate’

    A chocolate name on its own doesn’t tell you the cocoa content. According to the product information, the Verkade Nobo Sprits Melk and Verkade Dubbel Chocolade options described here contain milk chocolate.

    Check the product description and ingredients. Only note a cocoa percentage if it’s stated on the packaging or product page for the chocolate itself.

  • Assuming spritz biscuits with dark chocolate are free from milk or other allergens

    The Jumbo, PLUS and Albert Heijn options described here list milk and other allergens. So ‘dark chocolate’ doesn’t mean the whole biscuit is suitable for someone with an allergy.

    Read the current allergen information before sharing the biscuits, and keep the packaging by the plate so colleagues can check it for themselves.

  • Choosing ‘no added sugar’ without reading the warning

    The Damhert spritz biscuits on Jumbo’s product page contain sweeteners and polyols. The product comes with a warning that excessive consumption may have a laxative effect.

    Check the ingredients and warning on the current packaging. If you’re placing an office order, also check whether the chosen retailer stocks the product.

  • Looking only at the pack weight

    A 200 g pack doesn’t tell you how many portions the manufacturer recommends. Jumbo lists 15 portions for its option, while Albert Heijn lists five 36 g portions in a 180 g pack.

    Compare the weight and portion information with the number of people you’re serving, and follow the storage instructions on the pack once it’s been opened.

Brands to compare

Jumbo

Jumbo describes a 200 g pack of spritz biscuits with 18% dark chocolate and lists 15 portions.

  • The stated number of portions helps you plan a plate of biscuits to share at the office.
  • The product information lists egg, gluten, milk, soya and wheat as allergens present.

PLUS

PLUS describes its 200 g chocolate spritz biscuits as containing 18% dark chocolate.

  • The product information lists the ingredients and allergens, and advises storing the biscuits in a cool, dark place.
  • The listed allergens include wheat, egg, soya and milk; also check the packaging for a statement about lactose.

Albert Heijn

According to Albert Heijn, AH Choco spritsen are butter spritz biscuits with 15% dark chocolate, sold in a 180 g pack containing five 36 g portions.

  • The stated portion size makes it easier to plan how many to serve.
  • The product information lists milk, cereals containing gluten and soya; egg, oats, rye and almond may also be present.

Damhert

The Damhert Sprits Pure Chocolade described by Jumbo is an option with no added sugar, made with sweeteners.

  • The product page lists 0 g of sugars per 100 g and names the sweeteners used.
  • The page warns that excessive consumption may have a laxative effect and says that this option is no longer available in Jumbo’s online range.

Verkade

Verkade describes Nobo Sprits Melk as a spritz biscuit coated with milk chocolate.

  • The product information explicitly states the type of chocolate used in this option.
  • The Nobo Sprits Melk and Dubbel Chocolade options described here don’t support choosing spritz biscuits with dark chocolate.

Related Joybuy products

Related products coming soon.

Frequently asked questions

How can I identify spritz biscuits with dark chocolate?

Look for an explicit mention of dark chocolate in the product description or ingredients. Jumbo and PLUS each list 18% dark chocolate in the spritz biscuits described here, while Albert Heijn lists 15%. These figures refer to the proportion in the biscuit, not the cocoa percentage of the chocolate.

Are spritz biscuits with dark chocolate also dairy-free or vegan?

No, the term ‘dark chocolate’ doesn’t tell you that. The Jumbo, PLUS and AH options described here contain milk or milk derivatives. If you have a specific dietary requirement, always check the ingredients and allergens on the current packaging.

How should I store chocolate spritz biscuits at the office?

Follow the storage instructions for the product you’ve chosen and seal any opened packaging securely. PLUS advises storing its biscuits in a cool, dark place; Albert Heijn advises keeping them cool, dark and dry.

What should I look for in spritz biscuits with no added sugar?

Check which sweeteners the product contains and read any accompanying warnings. The Damhert option described by Jumbo contains polyols and warns that excessive consumption may have a laxative effect.