Which bar is right for you?

For fans of creamy speculoos filling

You’re mainly looking for a smooth cream filling, then you can decide which type of chocolate you’d like with it.

For fans of speculoos pieces

You want a crunchy bite in your chocolate, rather than a soft, creamy centre.

For label-conscious shoppers

Before buying, you check the ingredients, allergens, nutritional information and serving size for the exact variety.

What should you look for when choosing?

For your own St Nicholas’ Eve treat, start by choosing the texture and type of chocolate you’d like. Then read the label, especially if the ingredients or how much you plan to eat will influence your choice.

What to consider What to look for Who it matters to
Creamy filling Look for speculoos cream or speculoos filling in the product description. The milk and white chocolate cream varieties described by Jumbo contain 50% cream. If I’m mainly after a soft centre, a cream filling matters more to me than biscuit pieces. Creaminess is said to be the most important criterion for around 36% of consumers.
Crunchy pieces Check whether the variety includes speculoos pieces and whether it’s available from your chosen retailer. If you prefer a crunchy bite, look for speculoos pieces rather than a soft centre. This texture is said to be the top priority for around 29% of consumers.
Type of chocolate Compare milk, white and dark chocolate. Check the stated cocoa content if it matters to you. If texture isn’t the deciding factor for me, I mainly choose between milk, white and dark chocolate. The type of chocolate is said to be the main consideration for around 14% of consumers.
Label and serving size Read the ingredients and allergen information for the exact variety. Compare the net weight with the serving size stated on the packaging. I want to know what’s in the bar and how much I plan to eat before opening it. The label and serving size are said to be the top priority for around 21% of consumers.

Common mistakes when choosing

  • Assuming a whole bar is one portion

    The 180 g white chocolate bar described by Jumbo has a stated serving size of 15 g. Eating the whole pack is therefore very different from having one stated portion.

    Break off the amount you want to eat beforehand, then follow the storage instructions on the packaging for the rest.

  • Assuming every variety contains the same allergens

    The Lotus Biscoff varieties described list milk, soya and wheat; some varieties also carry a warning about nuts. The white chocolate varieties also list lactose.

    Check the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging for the exact variety every time you buy it.

  • Treating cream and pieces as the same texture

    The cream varieties described have a speculoos filling, while the varieties with pieces offer a crunchy bite. So the type of chocolate alone won’t tell you what texture to expect.

    First choose between a filling and pieces, then decide whether you’d like milk, white or dark chocolate.

  • Assuming a product listing means it’s currently available

    Jumbo listed the milk chocolate crunchy variety as no longer available online, while Albert Heijn marked the dark chocolate cream variety described as discontinued.

    Check whether your chosen variety is available from the retailer just before you buy.

Brands to consider

Lotus Biscoff

Jumbo and Albert Heijn describe Lotus Biscoff speculoos chocolate bars with either a cream filling or speculoos pieces, in a range of chocolate types.

  • The varieties described let you choose between a smooth filling and speculoos pieces.
  • Jumbo no longer listed the milk chocolate crunchy variety online, while Albert Heijn marked the dark chocolate cream variety as discontinued. Check what’s available at the retailer you plan to buy from.

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Frequently asked questions

Which bar should I choose if I want a creamy filling?

Choose a variety that specifically mentions speculoos cream or speculoos filling. The milk, white and dark chocolate cream varieties described contain 50% speculoos cream. Then choose your preferred type of chocolate and check the label on the variety you’re buying.

Does a 180 g bar count as one portion for St Nicholas’ Eve?

No, a 180 g bar doesn’t automatically count as one stated portion. The 180 g white chocolate bars described give a serving size of 15 g. You can break off some of the bar and store the rest according to the packaging instructions.

Which allergens should I check for in these bars?

At the very least, check for milk, soya and wheat in the Lotus Biscoff varieties described. Also look for lactose in white chocolate varieties and any warnings about nuts. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that specified allergens must be listed on the label. So be sure to read the packaging for the exact bar you’re buying.

How should I store an opened bar until St Nicholas’ Eve?

Follow the storage instructions on the packaging for your bar. The product information for the crunchy, white and dark chocolate varieties described gives a storage temperature of +15 °C to +20 °C. Also check the ‘best before’ date on the packaging.

How can I tell whether my chosen variety is still available?

Check the retailer’s current range. Jumbo listed the milk chocolate crunchy variety as no longer available online, while Albert Heijn marked the dark chocolate cream variety described as discontinued. An older product listing doesn’t tell you whether the bar is available to buy now.