Who is this choice relevant to?

People buying for someone with coeliac disease

For this choice, the gluten-free label on the specific pack comes first. The Voedingscentrum lists ‘gluten-free’ and the Crossed Grain symbol as things to look for on the packaging.

People who also want to buy organic

Look for both labels on the same product. An organic version within a product range tells you nothing about the other versions in that range.

People who also need to check for other allergens

As well as gluten, the ingredients and allergens matter to you. A portion pack may be useful if you’re looking for biscuits to take with you, but it doesn’t replace checking the label.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, check that the biscuit is labelled gluten-free. Then check for an organic label on the same pack, and only after that compare the features that matter for how you plan to use it.

What to look for What to check when buying Who it matters to
Gluten-free label Look for ‘gluten-free’ or the Crossed Grain symbol on the current pack; don’t rely on organic ingredients alone. If I’m buying for someone with coeliac disease, I want to see the gluten-free label on the biscuit itself before choosing a flavour. Around 42% of consumers prioritise this check.
Organic label Check for an organic label on the same version. Skal Biocontrole says the EU organic logo is compulsory on pre-packed foods produced in the EU and sold as organic. Gluten-free alone isn’t enough if I also want to buy organic; both labels need to apply to the version I choose. For around 33% of consumers, this combination is the first thing they look for.
Ingredients, allergens and portion size Read the ingredients and allergen information; compare the quantity per pack and the nutritional information per 100 g or per portion if needed. If several biscuits meet my requirements, I want to find a suitable flavour or portion without overlooking another allergen. This matters most when making the final choice for around 25% of consumers.

Common mistakes when choosing

  • Relying on ‘organic’ alone

    An organic label doesn’t confirm that a biscuit is gluten-free. If you have coeliac disease, it’s essential to check this separately.

    Also look for ‘gluten-free’ or the Crossed Grain symbol on the packaging of the biscuit you choose.

  • Assuming the whole gluten-free range is organic

    A range can include both organic and other gluten-free versions. The brand name or where it sits on the shelf doesn’t tell you which labels are on your pack.

    Check for an organic label on each version and, where applicable, the EU organic logo.

  • Overlooking other allergens

    Gluten-free doesn’t mean free from other allergens. Ekoplaza states that the Céliane speculoos it lists may contain egg and milk; Jumbo lists milk and lupin in its gluten-free spiced breakfast loaf.

    If you have another allergy, read the ingredients and allergen information for the specific product.

  • Relying only on an online product description

    A product description is useful for comparing options, but the ingredients or labelling on the pack you buy may differ.

    Use the current packaging as the basis for your choice.

Brands and product ranges to consider

AH Glutenvrij

Albert Heijn lists organic Belgian waffles and organic syrup waffles among the products in this gluten-free range.

  • According to Albert Heijn, these versions carry both gluten-free and organic labels.
  • Check the individual pack: that doesn’t mean every version in the range is automatically organic.

Corn Crake Organic

Ekoplaza lists ginger and lemon biscuits from Corn Crake Organic in its range.

  • Ekoplaza describes these biscuits as gluten-free and vegan, and lists ingredients marked as organic.
  • The version described contains gluten-free oat flour and may contain nuts; check the current label if you have another allergy.

Céliane

Ekoplaza describes gluten-free Céliane speculoos with cinnamon and ingredients marked as organic.

  • According to Ekoplaza, the speculoos described are individually wrapped in packs of three.
  • Ekoplaza lists possible traces of egg and milk, among other things; check each pack for other allergens.

Jumbo Lekker Vrij

Jumbo has a gluten-free range that includes various biscuits and baked goods.

  • Jumbo displays the Crossed Grain symbol on its Lekker Vrij spiced breakfast loaf.
  • Spiced breakfast loaf isn’t the same as a biscuit. The loaf described contains milk and lupin, and the gluten-free range as a whole isn’t automatically organic.

Joybuy products to consider

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Frequently asked questions

Is an organic biscuit automatically suitable for someone with coeliac disease?

No. An organic label doesn’t mean a biscuit is gluten-free. Check the same pack for ‘gluten-free’ or the Crossed Grain symbol, which the Voedingscentrum lists as signs to look for.

Which gluten-free label should I look for on the packaging?

The Voedingscentrum lists the word ‘gluten-free’ and the Crossed Grain symbol as signs to look for. Check the label and ingredients information on the current pack of the version you’re buying.

Can a gluten-free biscuit still contain other allergens?

Yes. The label ‘gluten-free’ doesn’t rule out other allergens. Ekoplaza says the Céliane speculoos described may contain egg and milk; if you have another allergy, check the information on the pack you choose.