Which portion works best for you?

If you’re serving coffee to guests

If each guest should be able to pick up one sealed biscuit, check that the biscuits are individually wrapped. A box with several biscuits in each packet works differently at the table.

If you want to take a portion with you

A sealed packet containing one, two or three biscuits is easy to take with you, without having to pack a portion yourself. Before buying, check how many biscuits are in each packet: the number of packets isn’t the same as the number of biscuits.

If you’re comparing labels and allergens

When sharing biscuits with others, it’s important to check the ingredients and allergens for the specific flavour. Also read any warnings and information about possible traces on the latest packaging.

What should you consider when choosing?

First, decide what you want in a single sealed portion for your coffee break. A small biscuit to enjoy with coffee, a packet containing several biscuits and a slice of ontbijtkoek aren’t necessarily interchangeable.

Individually wrapped coffee biscuits

Best for: when each guest should be able to pick up one sealed biscuit, for example when serving coffee.

Consider: individually wrapped biscuits also mean lots of separate wrappers.

Packets containing two or three biscuits

Best for: when you want to take or serve a sealed portion containing more than one biscuit.

Consider: one packet won’t give each guest a biscuit in its own individual wrapper.

Individually wrapped slices of ontbijtkoek

Best for: when you’d prefer to take or share an individually wrapped slice.

Consider: ontbijtkoek is a soft slice, not a small, crisp biscuit to enjoy with coffee.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Serving with coffee Check whether the biscuits are individually wrapped and how many sealed portions are in the box. If I want guests to be able to pick up one sealed biscuit, the packaging needs to work for that. For around 36% of consumers, ease of serving comes first.
A portion to take with you Compare the number of packets with the number of biscuits or slices in each packet; also check the stated portion size. When I’m out and about, I want to know in advance what’s in my sealed portion. Around 29% of consumers give portion size their top priority.
Ingredients and allergens For each option, read the ingredients, allergens, possible traces and any warnings on the latest packaging. If I’m buying biscuits for someone else, I want to be able to check the label for that exact option. For around 21% of consumers, this comes first.
Packaging waste Check how many individual wrappers there are and follow your local council’s instructions for disposal. If there are lots of individual portions, I also want to consider how many wrappers will be left over. For around 14% of consumers, this matters most.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming one wrapper always contains one biscuit

    Jumbo describes Lotus Biscoff XL as ten packets containing two biscuits each; Albert Heijn lists the chocolate flavour as six packs containing three biscuits each. So a sealed portion can contain more than one biscuit.

    Before serving, count both the sealed packets and the biscuits in each packet.

  • Using the label for one flavour to check another

    Ingredients and allergens can vary within a product range. For example, the chocolate flavour described also contains milk.

    Check the ingredients and allergens on the latest packaging for the option you’re actually serving.

  • Assuming a bulk pack is available to order straight away

    A bulk pack may offer the right portion sizes for serving coffee to a group, but that doesn’t mean the item is available to order from your chosen retailer.

    Check that the specific product is currently available to order and review its packaging before planning for your guests.

  • Assuming every wrapper is collected in the same way everywhere

    In the Netherlands, each local council decides how it collects packaging waste from residents, so the correct disposal route can vary from one area to another.

    Empty the packaging as much as possible and follow your local council’s disposal instructions.

Relevant brands and retailers

Lotus Biscoff

Speculoos biscuits to enjoy with coffee are available in a range of sealed portions, from individually wrapped biscuits to packets containing several biscuits.

  • Albert Heijn describes a pack of 300 individually wrapped biscuits; Jumbo lists the XL option as ten packets containing two biscuits each.
  • According to the product information, the chocolate flavour also contains milk. Check the ingredients and allergens for each option on the latest packaging.

Peijnenburg

Individually wrapped slices of ontbijtkoek for anyone looking for a slice rather than a small, crisp biscuit.

  • Albert Heijn lists ten individually wrapped 28 g plain slices; Jumbo lists four individually wrapped 36 g pearl sugar slices.
  • The options described contain rye. Check the label of your chosen option for other allergens and possible traces.

Jumbo Zakelijk

A retailer offering bulk packs of small, individually wrapped biscuits to enjoy with coffee or tea.

  • The pack size described may be suitable for coffee breaks with lots of guests.
  • Check whether each item is available to order and read the product label.

Biscuits on Joybuy

These biscuits suit either a portion to take with you or something to serve with coffee. Check the packaging for each product to see how the sealed portions are arranged; the products below don’t represent every type of packaging discussed.

Lu Scholiertje Milk Chocolate biscuits, 150 g

Lu Scholiertje Milk Chocolate biscuits, 150 g

If you’d like to serve chocolate biscuits with coffee, check how many sealed portions are in the pack and read the label for this option.

Pack weight: 150 g.

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Oreo Raspberry & Blueberry Flavor sandwich biscuits, 97 g, two individual packs

Oreo Raspberry & Blueberry Flavor sandwich biscuits, 97 g, two individual packs

The two sealed packs may come in handy if you want to take biscuits for separate occasions; check how many biscuits each pack contains.

Pack weight: 97 g. Read the latest ingredients and allergen information before buying.

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Frequently asked questions

Does individually wrapped always mean one biscuit per portion?

No, a sealed portion may contain two or three biscuits, or one slice of ontbijtkoek. If you’re buying for guests, compare the number of packets with the number of pieces in each one.

Do all Lotus Biscoff options contain the same allergens?

No, don’t assume every option contains the same allergens. As well as wheat and soya, the chocolate option described lists milk; always check the latest label on the pack you’ve chosen.

Where should I dispose of empty biscuit wrappers?

Follow your local council’s disposal instructions. According to the Dutch government, each council decides how it collects packaging waste; Verpact recommends emptying packaging as much as possible before disposal.

Should I read the label if the product page lists allergens?

Yes, check the latest packaging for the specific product before serving or eating it. Ingredients, allergens and warnings can vary between options.