Who are these packs suitable for?

Organisers giving one biscuit to each child

If each child needs their own sealed biscuit, the number of individually wrapped biscuits matters. The Lotus Biscoff Dispenser at Albert Heijn contains 150.

Small groups wanting portions of two

A pack of two biscuits may work if both biscuits are going to one person. Jumbo lists Lotus Biscoff XL 2P x 10 as containing ten of these packs.

People handing out biscuits without needing individual wrapping

If you’re serving biscuits from a plate or supervising the distribution, you could also consider a standard multipack. ALDI lists 48 biscuits for Biscotto Bakkersspeculaas; check the packaging if you still need individually wrapped biscuits.

What should you look for when choosing?

Individually wrapped biscuits

Choose these if: every child needs to receive one sealed biscuit.

Consider: Albert Heijn lists 150 biscuits for the Lotus Biscoff Dispenser; check whether you need that many.

Two biscuits per pack

Choose these if: one pack of two biscuits is an acceptable portion to hand out.

Consider: Jumbo lists ten packs for Lotus Biscoff XL 2P x 10, but the biscuits aren’t individually wrapped.

Standard multipack

Choose this if: you’ll hand out the biscuits with supervision and don’t need each one to have its own wrapper.

Consider: ALDI lists 48 Biscotto Bakkersspeculaas biscuits per pack; check the physical packaging before counting on individual portions.

First decide what counts as one portion to hand out. Then check that the type of biscuit, the label and the quantity are right for your group.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
One biscuit per person Check whether each biscuit is individually wrapped, and count the separate portions. If I’m giving each child one sealed biscuit, I don’t want to have to open packs of two; individual wrapping is a priority for around 36% of consumers.
Type of biscuit and portion size Compare the type of biscuit and the number in each pack; an XL biscuit or a twin pack is a different portion. For a Sinterklaas treat, I’m looking for a type of biscuit and portion size that suit my plan for handing them out; around 22% of consumers prioritise this choice.
Ingredients and allergens Read the current ingredients and allergen information for the exact product you’re buying. When I’m handing biscuits out to a mixed group, I want to be able to check what they contain; label checks are a priority for around 21% of consumers.
Quantity and leftovers Compare the number of people you expect with the number of packs or individually wrapped biscuits, not just the total weight. I want enough portions to hand out without having lots of biscuits left over; the quantity needed is the main consideration for around 21% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a twin pack means two separate treats

    Jumbo says that Lotus Biscoff XL 2P x 10 contains ten packs, each with two biscuits. That gives you ten sealed portions to hand out, not twenty individually wrapped biscuits.

    Count both the biscuits and the packs before buying. Look specifically for ‘individually wrapped’ if each child needs one sealed biscuit.

  • Guessing the allergens from the flavour or brand name

    A familiar biscuit name doesn’t tell you which ingredients are in the product you’ve chosen. You should keep the information for that specific pack available when handing the biscuits out.

    Read the current label and keep the packaging to hand. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority highlights that allergens must be listed on the labels of prepacked foods.

  • Assuming a multipack contains individually wrapped biscuits

    ALDI lists 48 biscuits for Biscotto Bakkersspeculaas, but that number doesn’t tell you how many are individually wrapped.

    Check the physical packaging if individually wrapped treats are essential; otherwise, choose a way of handing them out that suits the packaging.

  • Treating sales like handing out food privately

    The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority sets out requirements for preparing, selling and storing food safely and hygienically at markets and events.

    If you’re going to sell biscuits, discuss your plans with the organiser and the local council, and check the relevant guidance from the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority.

Brands to consider

Lotus Biscoff

If you’re looking for individually wrapped speculoos biscuits, Albert Heijn lists a dispenser containing 150 biscuits, while Lotus Bakeries describes a professional box containing 300 individually wrapped biscuits.

  • Both of these packs clearly state how many individually wrapped biscuits they contain.
  • A pack of 150 or 300 may be more than a small group needs. Check the allergens for the product you choose.

Biscotto

ALDI lists 48 Biscotto Bakkersspeculaas biscuits in a 600 g pack, making it an option if individual wrappers aren’t essential.

  • The number of biscuits and the pack weight are stated.
  • Check the packaging itself if you need individually wrapped biscuits.

Sondey

Lidl describes Sondey as a range that includes biscuits and cookies.

  • A brand worth considering if you want to explore different types of biscuits within the same range.
  • Check the packaging, ingredients and allergens for each product you choose; a brand description won’t apply to every product in the range.

Biscuits and multipacks on Joybuy

These products suit two ways of handing out treats: individually wrapped mini biscuits and packs of two biscuits. For both, check how many sealed portions you’ll have for the parade.

Ulker Halley Mini Biscuit 3x77g

Ulker Halley Mini Biscuit 3x77g

An option if you want to hand out individually wrapped mini biscuits.

Pack of 3x77g. Check how many sealed portions it contains, and read the ingredients and allergens on the current label before handing them out.

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Lu Scholiertje milk chocolate biscuits 150 g

Lu Scholiertje milk chocolate biscuits 150 g

An option if a sealed portion of two biscuits per person works for you; not if each biscuit needs its own wrapper.

150 g pack. Check how many packs you’ll have for your plan, and read the current allergen information on the packaging.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a pack of two the same as individually wrapped?

No. Jumbo lists Lotus Biscoff XL 2P x 10 as containing ten packs, each with two biscuits. A pack like this can be one portion to hand out, but it doesn’t provide an individually wrapped biscuit for each of two people.

How do I check allergens in a biscuit dispenser?

Read the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging of the exact dispenser you’re buying. Keep the outer packaging with you when handing the biscuits out so you can refer to the current information.

Where can I find allergen information for prepacked biscuits?

Check the label on the pack you’ve bought. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains that allergens must be listed on the labels of prepacked foods; don’t rely solely on the front of an inner wrapper.

How should I store a large box of individually wrapped Biscoff biscuits?

For its box of 300 individually wrapped biscuits, Lotus Bakeries recommends storing it in a dry place, away from heat sources. Also follow the use-by date and any additional storage instructions on the packaging you buy.

What should I bear in mind if I sell biscuits at the parade?

When selling food and drink at events, food must be prepared, sold and stored safely and hygienically, according to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority. Also discuss your selling location and practices with the organiser and the local council.