Who is this choice relevant to?

Night-shift worker craving something sweet

You want a biscuit during your break, while still keeping your planned mealtimes in mind. Albert Heijn Leefstijl and VGZ discuss this kind of planning in their advice on eating during night shifts.

Solo snacker who wants to portion it out

You want to take one portion rather than a whole pack. Albert Heijn’s product information describes both Verkade Nobo Sprits and AH Spritsen as packs containing several portions or biscuits.

Shopper who needs to check allergens

You compare the ingredients for each variety before buying: the products described contain wheat and milk, while whether they contain soya or egg depends on the variety you choose.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether you’re looking for a treat or a snack to have at a planned mealtime. If you choose Sprits, check the portion size, flavour and ingredients of the specific pack.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Role of the snack Decide whether you want a sweet treat or something to have at a planned mealtime; compare the nutritional information if needed. If I mainly want something to get me through my break during a night shift, I don’t want to mistake Sprits for a meal. Around 50% of consumers prioritise this choice about when to eat.
Portion and packaging Check the pack weight, the number of portions or biscuits, and whether they’re individually wrapped. For one break, I want to take a small amount without carrying the whole pack; for around 25% of consumers, having a portion for one is the main consideration.
Flavour and ingredients Compare the varieties and, if you have allergies, read the current ingredients list and any warnings about possible traces. I want to choose a flavour I like, but I also need to know which ingredients are in that particular variety. Ingredients or flavour are the deciding factor for around 25% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Seeing Sprits as a replacement for a planned mealtime

    Albert Heijn Leefstijl and VGZ recommend paying attention to mealtimes during night shifts; biscuits aren’t a substitute for a planned meal.

    Plan what you’ll eat during your shift and only take Sprits as a measured treat alongside it.

  • Assuming each Sprits biscuit is individually wrapped

    The Verkade, AH and Biscotto packs described contain several portions or biscuits. So, a pack intended for one person doesn’t mean that each biscuit is individually wrapped.

    Check the inner packaging if individual wrappers are important to you. Otherwise, take one portion of your choice with you in advance.

  • Assuming different varieties have the same allergens

    The Verkade milk chocolate variety described also contains soya, while egg is listed for PLUS Spritsen. So, if you choose a different flavour or brand, you’ll need to check the label again.

    When buying, read the current ingredients list and any warnings about possible traces on the specific pack.

  • Leaving an opened pack unsealed

    If you want to save the remaining biscuits for another shift, you’ll need to take care with an opened pack.

    Follow the storage instructions on the pack and seal the remaining biscuits securely after opening.

Brands compared

Verkade

Verkade Nobo Sprits Original and Melk are two varieties to compare if you’re choosing between plain biscuits and milk chocolate.

  • Albert Heijn lists both varieties in 150 g packs, with around nine portions. According to the nutritional information described, Original contains 24 g of sugars per 100 g and Melk contains 29 g per 100 g.
  • These packs contain several portions. Both varieties described contain wheat and milk; the milk chocolate variety also contains soya.

AH

AH offers Spritsen in a pack of 10, as well as round butter Spritsen in a 400 g pack.

  • Albert Heijn lists the pack of 10 as 200 g and says the ingredients for the round variety include 27% butter concentrate.
  • Both packs contain several biscuits. Check the allergens for each variety: egg is also listed in the ingredients for the round Spritsen.

Biscotto

Biscotto Roomboterspritsen are worth considering if you want to compare the number of biscuits in each pack.

  • ALDI Nederland lists 12 biscuits in a 175 g pack.
  • Check the ingredients and allergens on the pack before buying this variety.

PLUS

PLUS Spritsen come in a butter variety in a 175 g pack.

  • PLUS lists 30% butter and 21,4 g of sugars per 100 g for this variety.
  • According to PLUS, the product contains wheat, milk and egg. Also read the current warnings about possible traces on the label.

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Frequently asked questions

Are Sprits suitable as my main snack during a night shift?

It’s best to have Sprits as a treat alongside your planned meals, rather than as a replacement for them. Albert Heijn Leefstijl and VGZ discuss the importance of planned mealtimes during night shifts; choose what to take with you based on the length and timing of your shift.

Are Sprits available as individually wrapped single biscuits?

Don’t assume that’s the case for the products described: Albert Heijn lists the Verkade varieties in 150 g packs with around nine portions, and ALDI lists 12 Biscotto biscuits per pack. Check the packaging if an individual wrapper is essential for you.

Which allergens should I check in Sprits?

It depends on the variety: the Verkade Original described contains wheat and milk, the milk chocolate variety also contains soya, and PLUS lists wheat, milk and egg. Check the current label every time you buy, including any warnings about possible traces.

How should I store Sprits after opening the pack?

Follow the instructions on the packaging and seal the pack securely after opening. If you want to take the remaining biscuits with you for another shift, store them as directed on the label.