If you have coeliac disease, first look for an explicit gluten-free label on the exact variant, even if a single bar seems more convenient. Albert Heijn and Jumbo offer gluten-free speculaas biscuits in 125 g packs; these are not individual bars. According to Albert Heijn, the 55 g Trek High Protein Lotus Biscoff bar contains wheat and cereals containing gluten, so it isn’t suitable for this choice.
You’re looking for speculaas with an explicit gluten-free label. A flavour name, familiar brand or convenient bar format doesn’t tell you whether that exact variant is gluten-free. The Voedingscentrum points to the words ‘gluten-free’ or the Crossed Grain symbol as recognised indications.
You want an individual snack for when you’re out and about or at work. Albert Heijn and Jumbo offer gluten-free speculaas biscuits in 125 g packs, so check whether a product is actually sold as a single bar or individually wrapped.
As well as gluten, egg, milk, nuts, sesame or lupin may also be relevant to your choice. Check the ingredients and allergen information on the current packaging: a gluten-free label doesn’t mean a product is free from these other allergens.
First, check the gluten-free label on the exact variant. Then consider whether the product format suits a single portion and whether there are any other ingredients or allergens you need to look out for.
| What to look for | What to check when buying | Especially relevant to |
|---|---|---|
| Gluten-free label | Look for a gluten-free label or the Crossed Grain symbol on the current packaging of the exact variant; don’t rely on the flavour name. | When buying speculaas with coeliac disease in mind, I want to see that this exact variant is labelled gluten-free first; this is the main purchasing concern for around 39% of consumers. |
| Individual portion | Check whether it’s a single bar or individually wrapped portion, rather than just a larger pack of biscuits. | When I’m out and about, I want to take one individual portion rather than a whole pack of biscuits; around 38% of consumers prioritise this product format. |
| Other allergens | As well as checking the gluten-free label, read the ingredients and allergen information on the current packaging. | If I have another allergy, I also want to check the other ingredients and allergens; this additional check is a priority for around 23% of consumers. |
According to Albert Heijn’s product information, the Trek High Protein Lotus Biscoff bar contains wheat flour; wheat and cereals containing gluten are also listed in the allergen information.
Check the gluten-free label on the exact variant before considering its bar format or flavour.
AH Glutenvrij Speculaas and Jumbo Lekker Vrij van Gluten Speculaas are both sold in 125 g packs. They therefore don’t automatically meet the need for a single individually wrapped snack.
Decide whether you’re happy to take a portion of biscuits from a larger pack, or whether individual wrapping is essential for you.
The gluten-free speculaas products mentioned contain egg and also state that other allergens may be present. Gluten-free doesn’t mean these other ingredients are absent too.
If you have another allergy, read the full ingredients and allergen information on the current packaging.
Albert Heijn sells gluten-free speculaas biscuits under this name in a 125 g pack.
Jumbo sells 125 g packs of gluten-free speculaas biscuits and states that the product carries the Crossed Grain symbol.
The Trek High Protein Lotus Biscoff is a single 55 g bar for anyone looking for this product format.
The flavour name alone doesn’t tell you whether a product is gluten-free: check for an explicit label on the exact variant. According to Albert Heijn, the Trek High Protein Lotus Biscoff bar reviewed contains wheat flour and lists wheat and cereals containing gluten.
Albert Heijn and Jumbo sell gluten-free speculaas biscuits in 125 g packs; these aren’t confirmed as individual bars. If individual wrapping matters to you, check both the format and the gluten-free label on the exact variant.
The current packaging is where you can check the ingredients and allergens in the product you’re buying. Albert Heijn points out that product information can change, so it advises checking the packaging before use.
No, both products mentioned contain egg and state that other allergens, including nuts, may be present. If you have another allergy, check the allergen information on the current packaging of the specific product.
