If you have coeliac disease, first choose speculaas biscuits whose current packaging clearly states that they are gluten-free or bears the Crossed Grain symbol; individual wrapping alone tells you nothing about the ingredients. According to Lotus, its individually wrapped Lotus Biscoff biscuits contain wheat flour and list gluten as an allergen, so they are not a suitable alternative. If you also want individually wrapped portions, check that the gluten-free variety itself is wrapped separately.
A clear gluten-free label on the current packaging matters more to you than individual wrapping. The Dutch Coeliac Association points out that contact with foods containing gluten is also relevant.
Individually wrapped portions are handy when biscuits are being taken along or served. If you have coeliac disease, it must also be clear that the speculaas in that particular portion is gluten-free.
Gluten-free doesn’t automatically mean free from egg, nuts or other allergens. Always read the full allergen information for the variety you’re buying.
Start by checking the gluten-free label and ingredients on the current packaging. Then consider whether the portion packaging and other allergen information suit your needs.
| What to look for | What should you check? | Who is this most important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Gluten-free label | Look for ‘gluten-free’ or the Crossed Grain symbol on the current packaging, and read the ingredients and allergen information. | When I buy speculaas for someone with coeliac disease, I want to be sure I’ve picked up the right gluten-free variety first. For around 50% of consumers, this check comes first. |
| Individually wrapped portions | Make sure it’s the gluten-free variety that contains individually wrapped biscuits; don’t rely on a product photo alone. | When taking biscuits with me or sharing them, I want to keep one sealed until it’s ready to eat. Around 30% of consumers give this type of portion packaging top priority, alongside the essential gluten-free check. |
| Other allergens and where to shop | Read the full allergen statement and check the retailer’s latest information for the variety you want. | If I also need to avoid egg or nuts, I want to choose an available variety whose label suits my needs. For around 20% of consumers, this is the first consideration after checking the gluten-free label. |
An individually wrapped biscuit can still contain wheat. Lotus lists wheat flour and gluten as an allergen in its individually wrapped Biscoff biscuits.
First check that the specific speculaas is gluten-free, then check whether it is individually wrapped.
Ingredients and allergen information can change. An old image doesn’t necessarily reflect what’s on the packaging you’re buying now.
Compare the retailer’s current information with the label on the pack you receive, especially if the design or recipe has changed.
The allergens listed vary by product. For example, Jumbo lists egg in Lekker Vrij van Gluten Speculaas and also notes that other allergens may be present.
If you have other allergies, read the full ingredients and allergen statement for the variety you choose.
In September 2026, Albert Heijn issued a specific warning about AH Glutenvrij Speculaasbrok with a best-before date of 26-03-2027 because it may contain undeclared almond. This is not the same product as AH Glutenvrij Speculaas.
If there’s a safety warning, check both the exact product name and the best-before date on your pack, and follow the instructions that apply to that product.
Jumbo lists a 125 g gluten-free speculaas variety.
Albert Heijn lists standard 125 g gluten-free speculaas and a separate 60 g filled gluten-free speculaas biscuit.
Lotus Biscoff shows why individual wrapping and choosing a gluten-free product are two separate considerations.
No. Lotus lists wheat flour as an ingredient and gluten as an allergen in these individually wrapped biscuits. The portion packaging doesn’t change the ingredients.
Look for ‘gluten-free’ or the Crossed Grain symbol on the current packaging, and read the ingredients and allergen information too. The Dutch Coeliac Association advises taking extra care when packaging has been updated, as the recipe may have changed.
Keep the speculaas in a sealed container, separate from biscuits containing gluten, and use a clean tin with no leftover crumbs. The Dutch Coeliac Association points out that shared utensils can also cause cross-contamination.
No. Albert Heijn’s September 2026 warning specifically names AH Glutenvrij Speculaasbrok with a best-before date of 26-03-2027, because it may contain undeclared almond. Compare the product name and best-before date with your pack to see whether the warning applies to it.
