Who is this relevant for?

Cyclists with coeliac disease

You’re looking for a speculaas biscuit that is explicitly sold as gluten-free. Check the pack for other allergens that may affect you, too. For example, the gluten-free AH and Jumbo products list egg.

Cyclists planning a long ride

You want to plan what you eat and drink around the duration and intensity of your ride. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre points out that foods high in fat, protein or fibre can stay in your stomach for longer if you eat them just before exercise. So it’s worth thinking carefully before having a large portion of speculaas just before setting off.

Leisure cyclists looking for a small snack to take along

You want a little treat for a break or afterwards, not something to replace your whole nutrition plan. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, sports bars and gels are generally not needed for exercise lasting less than an hour.

What should you look for?

Start by checking the gluten-free claim and the allergens on the pack. Then decide how much you want to eat and whether the timing suits the duration and intensity of your ride.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Gluten and allergens Check the gluten-free claim, ingredients and allergens on the current pack. If I have coeliac disease, I don’t want to rely on the name speculaas. And if I have other allergies, I need to check for more than just gluten. This is the top priority for around 36% of consumers.
When to eat it and carbohydrates Compare the carbohydrates per serving and per 100 g. If you’re eating just before an intense ride, also consider the portion size and fat content. For a longer ride, I want to plan what I eat without having a large biscuit just before setting off. Timing is the main concern for around 29% of consumers.
Portion to take on the ride Check the pack weight and stated serving size if you want to take a small amount with you. During a break, I want to be able to have a little something rather than a large filled biscuit. Portion size is a priority for around 21% of consumers.
Flavour and filling Decide whether you want plain speculaas or a filled biscuit, and check the nutritional information for that specific variety. Once I’ve settled on a gluten-free option, I want to choose the type of biscuit that suits my break. This preference is the deciding factor for around 14% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming speculaas or speculoos is gluten-free

    The product name doesn’t tell you whether it contains gluten. Lotus Bakeries Nederland lists wheat flour and gluten for Lotus Biscoff The Original Speculoos.

    If you have coeliac disease, choose a product specifically sold as gluten-free, then read the label for that particular variety.

  • Having a large portion just before an intense ride

    According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, foods high in fat, protein or fibre can stay in your stomach for longer if you eat them just before exercise. AH and Jumbo list 19 g and 18.6 g of fat per 100 g respectively for their gluten-free speculaas.

    Consider having a smaller portion or eating earlier, and try out what works for you during a training ride.

  • Assuming gluten-free means free from other allergens

    The AH and Jumbo gluten-free speculaas products reviewed contain egg. Their product information also lists other allergens, including nuts or sesame, as possible traces.

    If you need to avoid anything besides gluten, check the allergen information on the pack every time you buy it.

  • Applying a warning to the wrong variety

    On 9 September 2026, the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority issued a warning for AH Glutenvrij Speculaasbrok with a best-before date of 26-03-2027 because almond may not have been listed. This warning does not automatically apply to AH Glutenvrij Speculaas 125 g.

    If there’s a warning, compare both the full product name and the best-before date with the pack. If you have an almond allergy, don’t eat the batch named in the warning.

Brands to consider

AH Glutenvrij

Albert Heijn lists AH Glutenvrij Speculaas 125 g in its gluten-free range.

  • According to the product page, this speculaas is made in a completely gluten-free environment and contains 62 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
  • The product contains egg and may contain sesame and nuts. Check the pack again when you buy it.

Jumbo Lekker Vrij van Gluten

Jumbo lists a 125 g gluten-free speculaas in this range.

  • The Jumbo product page shows the crossed-grain symbol, 63.7 g of carbohydrates per 100 g and around 12 servings per pack.
  • The speculaas contains egg and may also contain nuts, lupin, milk, gluten-free oats and sesame.

Consenza

Consenza gluten-free speculaas biscuits and speculaas chunks appear in Dutch supermarket listings.

  • The Jumbo listing for Consenza Glutenvrije Speculaasjes gives 70 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
  • The listing says these biscuits are no longer available in the online range. The product contains egg, lupin and milk, and may contain nuts, soya and sesame. Check the current pack.

Lotus Biscoff

Lotus Biscoff is a reference for regular speculoos, not a gluten-free option for people with coeliac disease.

  • The Dutch product information lists the ingredients and allergens for Lotus Biscoff The Original Speculoos.
  • Lotus Bakeries Nederland lists wheat flour and gluten for this product. Don’t choose it if you need to eat gluten-free.

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Frequently asked questions

Is regular Lotus Biscoff gluten-free?

No. Lotus Bakeries Nederland lists wheat flour as an ingredient and gluten as an allergen for Lotus Biscoff The Original Speculoos. Don’t choose this variety if you need to eat gluten-free because of coeliac disease.

Does a gluten-free label mean a product is free from other allergens?

No. Gluten-free speculaas may contain egg, for example, and may list other allergens as possible traces. Check the ingredients and allergen information on the pack every time you buy it, even if you’ve bought the biscuit before.

When is gluten-free speculaas suitable around a bike ride?

A small portion may be suitable during a break or after a relaxed ride, but don’t automatically make a large biscuit part of your plan just before an intense ride. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre warns that foods high in fat, protein or fibre can stay in your stomach for longer if you eat them just before exercise. For a long, intense ride, your other food and drink matter too.

Which AH speculaas chunks are covered by the almond warning?

The warning issued by the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority on 9 September 2026 concerns AH Glutenvrij Speculaasbrok with a best-before date of 26-03-2027, where almond may not be listed on the label. If you have an almond allergy, don’t eat that specific batch. The warning does not automatically apply to AH Glutenvrij Speculaas 125 g.