Organisers of large coffee breaks
You want to be able to count out biscuits in advance and hand them out quickly, one per attendee. Individual wrapping also makes it clear how many portions you’ve set aside.
Who is this choice relevant to?
Organisers of longer breaks
You’re looking for a biscuit that feels more like a treat in its own right than a small coffee biscuit. With a filled variety, it’s still important to check how many biscuits make up one portion.
Organisers of events with a distinctive look
You want to enhance the welcome or a sponsor activity with your own design or presentation. In that case, design, packaging and lead time all form part of the buying decision.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether the biscuit needs to be an easy-to-serve coffee-break portion, a filled treat or part of the event presentation. Then check the serving size and allergen information for each product.
Small, individually wrapped coffee biscuit
Suitable when: you want to set out one simple portion per attendee at a large coffee break. Lotus Bakeries offers a catering box containing 300 individually wrapped Biscoff biscuits.
Consider: this option isn’t a filled treat and doesn’t offer a custom design. Also check the allergens, even if the product is vegan.
Filled sandwich biscuit
Suitable when: you want to offer a filled portion during a longer break. For the Biscoff sandwich box reviewed, Sligro lists 120 individually wrapped biscuits.
Consider: this variety may contain milk. Check the allergen information on the exact packaging before serving it.
Biscuit with your own design
Suitable when: the biscuit will also play a part in welcoming guests or a sponsor activity. Koekjes Royale offers options including a custom design.
Consider: you’ll need to agree on the design, packaging, ingredients and lead time before the conference.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Portions for serving | Check whether each biscuit is individually wrapped or one wrapper contains several biscuits. Count portions, not just biscuits. | At a busy coffee break, I want to be able to set out a portion for each attendee quickly and easily. Around 29% of consumers prioritise quick serving above all else. |
| Allergen information | Read the ingredients and allergen information on the exact packaging, and make sure attendees can access it when the biscuits are served. | If attendees have dietary restrictions, I want to know which biscuits are suitable for them before serving. Around 29% of consumers prioritise allergen information. |
| Box size and storage | Compare the number of portions per box with the expected attendance, and check the best-before date and storage advice. | For several breaks, I want to be able to plan stock without overlooking any unused portions. Around 24% of consumers put stock planning first. |
| Presentation and customisation | Ask about the packaging, custom-printing options and the preparation time required. | When the biscuit needs to match the look of the event, I want to know in advance what’s possible in terms of presentation. Presentation is the main priority for around 18% of consumers. |
Common choices that need careful consideration
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Assuming vegan means allergen-free
According to the product information, the Lotus Biscoff standard biscuits reviewed are vegan, but contain wheat and soya. The filled Biscoff sandwich variety may contain milk.
Check the allergen declaration on the exact packaging and, if necessary, choose an alternative that has been checked separately.
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Counting a standard consumer pack as individual portions
A pack of biscuits doesn’t automatically provide one wrapped serving per attendee. Even an individual wrapper may contain more than one biscuit.
Check how many serving portions the packaging contains and whether that format suits your serving plans.
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Forgetting allergen information when serving biscuits unpackaged
According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, businesses must also inform consumers about allergens present in unpackaged food.
Make sure the information is available alongside the biscuits. If you provide it verbally, display a notice telling attendees they can ask for it.
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Choosing a custom design without agreeing on the details
Choosing a bespoke shape or design means making decisions about the design, packaging and ingredients before the biscuits can be served.
Ask in good time about the product specification, allergen information, minimum order and lead time, and make sure the design is ready for the conference date.
Brands to consider
Lotus Biscoff
Lotus Bakeries positions its box of 300 individually wrapped Biscoff biscuits, among other things, for catering businesses.
- Individual wrapping makes the number of standard portions per box clear. According to the product information, the shelf life is 12 months when stored as directed.
- The standard biscuits reviewed contain wheat and soya. The filled sandwich variety is a different product and may contain milk, so check the allergens for each variety.
Alex Meijer
Sligro’s professional biscuit range includes several Alex Meijer varieties, including a selection of individually wrapped biscuits.
- The range lets you compare a selection of individually wrapped portions with other coffee biscuits.
- For your chosen variety, check the ingredients, allergens, number of portions and best-before date on the product packaging.
Koekjes Royale
Koekjes Royale offers biscuits for businesses, with options for a custom design and a choice of loose or individually wrapped biscuits.
- A custom design can complement the presentation at a conference or sponsor activity.
- Confirm the packaging, ingredients, allergens and lead time for your chosen option. Don’t assume it’s suitable for specific dietary needs based on its presentation.
Biscuits for conference breaks on Joybuy
This product selection is suited to a coffee break with individually wrapped portions. Bear in mind that one serving of this biscuit consists of two biscuits if you want to offer exactly one biscuit per attendee.
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LU Scholiertje Milk Chocolate Biscuits, 150 g
An option for a coffee break with individually wrapped portions. Allow for two biscuits per serving as described, not one biscuit per wrapper. Before serving, check the allergen information on the packaging, especially if anyone has questions about milk, wheat, soya or nuts.
Frequently asked questions
Does every biscuit served at a conference need to be individually wrapped?
No, individual wrapping isn’t generally a requirement for conference catering. It does make serving individual portions easier. If you serve biscuits unpackaged, make sure attendees can access information about any allergens present.
What allergen information do I need if biscuits are served unpackaged?
According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, businesses must inform consumers about allergens present in unpackaged food. This information can be provided in writing or verbally. If it’s provided verbally, display a notice telling attendees they can ask for it.
Is a vegan biscuit suitable for everyone with an allergy?
No. According to the product information, the Lotus Biscoff standard biscuits reviewed are vegan but contain wheat and soya; the sandwich variety reviewed may contain milk. Always read the allergen information for the variety you choose.
How do I work out how many biscuits I need for the conference?
Start with the planned number of attendees and breaks, then count the actual serving portions in each pack. For example, Sligro lists 120 individually wrapped biscuits in the Biscoff sandwich box reviewed, while Lotus Bakeries lists 300 individually wrapped biscuits in its standard catering box. Also check the best-before date and storage instructions on the packaging you buy.