Which pack size is right for you?

For a shared biscuit tin

If several people at home or in the office enjoy spritz biscuits with their coffee, the pack size matters. Also consider where you’ll keep the biscuits after opening, so they stay dry and well sealed.

For one person or the occasional treat

If you only have spritz biscuits with your coffee now and then, a smaller pack may suit you better than a supply that stays open for a long time. Albert Heijn lists a 150 g Verkade variety; PLUS lists 175 g spritz biscuits and a 200 g Lunetta variety.

If you need to check ingredients

If you need to consider allergens for yourself or someone else, choose based on the label on the specific pack. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked foods.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, work out how many spritz biscuits you’ll eat from one pack between coffee breaks. Then check the size of your chosen variety and, where necessary, read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
A supply for several coffee breaks Check the exact weight in grams and make sure you can keep the opened pack dry and well sealed. When we share the same biscuit tin at home or in the office, I want to have enough spritz biscuits without having to open a new pack every time. For around 40% of consumers, having a shared supply is the top priority.
A compact pack Compare the sizes of smaller varieties and see whether the packaging is practical to take with you or store away. For the occasional coffee break, I’d rather take a smaller amount than be left with a large opened pack. Around 30% of consumers say a compact supply is their top priority.
Ingredients and allergens Read the label on the exact variety you’ve chosen, including any warnings about the possible presence of allergens. If someone sharing the biscuits needs to avoid certain ingredients, I want to know what’s on the current packaging before choosing spritz biscuits. This is the top priority for around 30% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming all large packs offer the same amount

    A label such as ‘family pack’ doesn’t tell you how many grams the variety you’ve chosen contains. For example, ALDI lists a Biscotto assortment weighing 300–400 g, while Lidl lists 400 g packs of butter spritz biscuits.

    Check the weight of the specific pack before deciding how much to buy.

  • Assuming another variety has the same ingredients

    Plain and chocolate varieties don’t necessarily have the same ingredients or allergen information. For example, Albert Heijn lists milk, wheat and soya among the ingredients of 150 g packs of Verkade Nobo milk chocolate spritz biscuits, with a possible presence of nuts and sesame.

    If you have allergies, read the label on the flavour and pack you’re actually buying, even if you know the brand already.

  • Opening a large pack without a way to store it

    A larger supply is less practical if you can’t keep the opened biscuits well sealed and their quality deteriorates as a result.

    Store opened spritz biscuits in a dry place in a well-sealed container. Choose a smaller pack if you don’t regularly share the same supply.

Brands and own-label options to consider

The pack sizes listed apply to specific varieties. Check in store or on the current product page to confirm the size you’re choosing.

Verkade

Albert Heijn lists 150 g packs of Verkade Nobo milk chocolate spritz biscuits. This is a smaller chocolate variety, not an example of a large value pack.

  • The size and allergen information are listed for this specific variety.
  • Other Verkade varieties may have different ingredients; check the current packaging.

Biscotto

ALDI lists 12 butter spritz biscuits weighing 175 g under the Biscotto brand, as well as a plain or chocolate assortment weighing 300–400 g.

  • Listed pack sizes are available for both smaller and larger supplies.
  • For the 300–400 g assortment, the exact size depends on the variety you choose.

Sondey

Sondey is a Lidl biscuit brand. Lidl also lists 400 g packs of butter spritz biscuits for sale in store.

  • The 400 g pack size listed by Lidl gives you a clear option for a larger supply of biscuits.
  • Check the pack to see which brand and variety is available in store.

PLUS

PLUS lists 175 g packs of its own-label spritz biscuits. The supermarket also lists 200 g Lunetta spritz biscuits; this doesn’t automatically make Lunetta a PLUS own-label brand.

  • The listed packs offer smaller amounts for the occasional coffee break.
  • Pack size and ingredients vary by product, so don’t treat the two listings as the same variety.

A smaller supply of spritz biscuits at Joybuy

This 150 g pack suits anyone looking for milk chocolate spritz biscuits for the occasional coffee break. For a shared biscuit tin, it contains less than the 300–400 g packs discussed above.

Verkade Nobo spritz biscuits with milk chocolate, 150 g pack

Verkade Nobo Spritzed Milk Chocolate, 150 g

A 150 g pack for anyone who’d rather open a smaller supply of milk chocolate spritz biscuits.

Online product descriptions are unclear about nuts or sesame. Check the current packaging before choosing this product if you have an allergy to either.

View at Joybuy

Frequently asked questions

When should I choose a larger pack of spritz biscuits for coffee breaks?

A larger pack is a good fit if you’ll be enjoying biscuits from the same supply over several coffee breaks, as long as you can keep them dry and well sealed after opening. Lidl lists 400 g packs of butter spritz biscuits, while ALDI lists a Biscotto assortment weighing 300–400 g. For the assortment, check the weight of the variety you choose.

How should I store an opened pack of spritz biscuits?

Store opened spritz biscuits in a dry place in a well-sealed container and follow the instructions on the packaging. This can help you factor in how well the biscuits will keep after opening when deciding whether to buy a larger pack.

Should I check the allergen information on spritz biscuit packaging?

Yes. If allergens matter to you, check the current packaging of the exact variety you’re buying. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergen information for prepacked foods must appear on the label. It can vary between spritz biscuit varieties.

Can I choose any spritz biscuits for a gluten-free, dairy-free or nut-free coffee break?

No. The product category alone doesn’t tell you whether a variety meets those requirements. Albert Heijn lists wheat and milk among the ingredients of 150 g packs of Verkade Nobo milk chocolate spritz biscuits, and notes the possible presence of nuts. Only choose a variety if its current label confirms it’s suitable for your needs.