Who might find this option useful?

If you fancy something sweet in the evening

You want a crunchy biscuit after dinner, but you also want to know how much you’re having. A stated serving size helps you relate the nutritional information on the pack to your snack.

If fibre is your main consideration

You’re wondering whether classic speculoos is suitable as a fibre-focused snack. Compare the fibre per 100 g with that of other types of snack, rather than relying on the name ‘digestive’.

If you eat a plant-based diet or need to check allergens

A vegan label doesn’t automatically answer questions about wheat, soya or nuts. Read the ingredients and any ‘may contain’ warnings on the specific pack.

What should you look for when choosing?

Decide whether you’re mainly looking for a portion-controlled treat, are focused on fibre or first need to check which ingredients you can eat.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Serving size Check the stated serving size and compare the nutritional values per 100 g and per serving. Decide how many biscuits you’ll have before opening the pack. If I fancy something sweet late at night, I want to choose an amount without keeping the whole pack beside me. For around 42% of consumers, a portion-controlled treat is the main priority.
Fibre Check the fibre per 100 g for the exact variety and compare it with other types of snack. If I’m mainly looking for fibre in the evening, the spiced flavour of speculoos isn’t the deciding factor for me. This fibre goal is the top priority for around 33% of consumers.
Ingredients and allergens Check the current ingredients list, allergen labelling and any ‘may contain’ statements; don’t rely on a vegan label alone. If I need to avoid certain ingredients, I want to be able to check the specific pack before choosing a biscuit. Around 25% of consumers put this check first.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming ‘digestive’ means speculoos has digestive benefits

    The name and spices tell you nothing about the fibre content. Lotus Biscoff, AH Bakkers Speculaas and Jumbo Bakkers Speculaas each list 1.0 to 1.5 g of fibre per 100 g.

    If fibre is your main priority, compare the nutritional information with that of other types of product. The Voedingscentrum lists fruit, vegetables, wholegrain products, pulses and nuts among sources of fibre.

  • Confusing vegan with allergen-free

    Lotus Biscoff is described as suitable for vegans, but contains wheat and soya. AH Bakkers Speculaas contains wheat and may contain almonds.

    Don’t use a vegan label as a substitute for checking the ingredients list and allergen information on the pack you’re buying.

  • Opening a large pack without deciding on a portion

    Jumbo lists around 48 servings of 12.5 g in its 600 g pack. The pack size and the stated serving size are therefore not the same thing.

    Set aside the amount you want, then seal the rest of the pack securely.

Brands and own-label options to consider

Lotus Biscoff

Classic speculoos biscuits in a range of pack sizes, including a Pocket Pack.

  • For the classic variety, Lotus Bakeries lists 484 kcal, 38.1 g of sugars and 1.3 g of fibre per 100 g.
  • According to Lotus, the product is suitable for vegans, but contains wheat and soya. Check the allergen information on the pack you choose.

Albert Heijn

AH Bakkers Speculaas is an own-label variety sold in a 600 g pack.

  • Albert Heijn lists 504 kcal, 33 g of sugars and 1.5 g of fibre per 100 g; the variety is labelled vegan and lactose-free.
  • This speculoos contains wheat and may contain almonds. If you have an allergy, check the current packaging.

Jumbo

Jumbo Bakkers Speculaas is a classic baker’s-style speculoos sold in a 600 g pack.

  • Jumbo lists a serving size of 12.5 g and, per 100 g, 500 kcal, 29 g of sugars and 1.0 g of fibre.
  • The ingredients include wheat; the product may contain almonds and nuts.

Lidl

Lidl lists 600 g of baker’s speculoos as classic, crisp-baked biscuits.

  • The pack size is useful if you’re looking for a larger pack to keep at home or share.
  • If they affect your choice, check the nutritional information, ingredients and allergens on the packaging.

ALDI / Biscotto

ALDI lists Biscotto Bakkersspeculaas as a 600 g pack containing 48 biscuits.

  • The stated number of biscuits is useful if you want to decide in advance how many to take from the pack.
  • Don’t compare this classic baker’s speculoos directly with filled speculoos containing almonds and almond paste; check the pack you choose for nutritional values and allergen information.

Joybuy: a speculoos-spiced bar as an alternative

This bar is an option if you’re looking for speculoos flavour in a snack bar rather than in classic speculoos biscuits. Before choosing, compare the bar’s nutritional information with that of a biscuit on the same basis.

Holie's Chewy Bar Almond Speculaas, 11 packs x 3 bars

Holie's Chewy Bar Almond Speculaas, 11 packs x 3 bars

For anyone looking for a speculoos-spiced snack bar instead of a classic speculoos biscuit.

Pack: 11 packs x 3 bars. To work out your portion, check the weight per bar and the nutritional information on the packaging; check the ingredients and allergens there too.

View at Joybuy

Frequently asked questions

Is classic speculoos suitable as a late-night snack?

Yes. If you fancy a small sweet treat, you can decide on a portion beforehand. Compare the nutritional information per 100 g and per serving on the specific pack; if you’re looking for a fibre-focused snack, other types of product are a more logical place to start.

Does ‘digestive’ mean speculoos is high in fibre?

No, the name tells you nothing about the fibre content of classic speculoos. Lotus Biscoff, AH Bakkers Speculaas and Jumbo Bakkers Speculaas list 1.0 to 1.5 g of fibre per 100 g; check the nutritional information for the product you’re considering.

Is vegan speculoos also free from wheat or soya?

Not necessarily: according to Lotus, Lotus Biscoff is suitable for vegans, but contains wheat and soya. AH Bakkers Speculaas is labelled vegan, but contains wheat and may contain almonds. If you have an allergy, always check the current label on the exact variety.

How should I store an opened pack of speculoos?

Seal the pack securely after taking your portion and follow the storage instructions on the packaging. For its baker’s speculoos, Jumbo recommends storing it in a cool, dry place.