Which spritz biscuit is right for you?

A coffee drinker looking for dark chocolate

You want a spritz biscuit to enjoy with your coffee that explicitly states dark chocolate in the product description or on the packaging. A name containing ‘choco’ isn’t enough for you.

A fan of different chocolate elements

You’re more likely to choose a biscuit with chocolate pieces or cocoa nibs as well as a chocolate coating. Dark chocolate doesn’t have to be a must-have.

A host who checks the label

You want to serve spritz biscuits with coffee and check the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information on the packaging you buy.

What should you look for when choosing?

If ‘dark’ means dark chocolate to you, start by checking the type of chocolate. Then decide which other features matter most for your coffee break.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Type of chocolate Look for an explicit mention of dark chocolate in the product description and ingredients list; assess any stated cocoa percentage separately. I don’t want to rely on the name or packaging colour when I’m looking for dark chocolate. For around 33% of consumers, the stated type of chocolate is the most important factor.
Chocolate elements Check whether the biscuit contains chocolate pieces or cocoa nibs as well as a chocolate coating, and what type of chocolate is used for the coating. With my coffee, I mainly want a biscuit with different chocolate elements, even if the coating is milk chocolate. Around 27% of consumers give this top priority.
Ingredients and allergens Read the label on the packaging you buy, including the allergen information and any warnings about traces. If I’m serving spritz biscuits to others, I want to know which ingredients and allergens are listed on the pack first. This is the main consideration when buying for around 27% of consumers.
Nutrition and portion size Compare sugars and saturated fat per 100 g, and consider how many biscuits you want to serve per portion. For a regular coffee break, I want to be able to assess the nutritional values alongside my usual portion. This is the top priority for around 13% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming ‘choco’ means dark chocolate

    The name doesn’t tell you what type of chocolate has been used. Jumbo describes Verkade Nobo Sprits Dubbel Chocolade as having a milk chocolate coating, while PLUS explicitly mentions dark chocolate in its description of Chocolade sprits.

    If dark chocolate is essential for you, check the product description and ingredients on the packaging.

  • Relying only on an online allergen list

    Ingredients and warnings vary by product. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority stresses that allergens must be clearly stated on the labels of prepacked foods.

    Before serving, check the allergen information and any ‘may contain’ warning on the pack you actually bought.

  • Taking ‘dark’ to mean it’s nutritionally better

    A mention of dark chocolate doesn’t tell you how much sugar or saturated fat the whole biscuit contains. PLUS lists 26.3 g of sugars and 16.95 g of saturated fat per 100 g for its Chocolade sprits.

    Use the nutrition table to compare products per 100 g, and also consider the portion you’re serving.

  • Assuming a product listing means it’s still available

    Availability can vary by retailer: the Jumbo listing checked for Verkade Nobo Sprits Dubbel Chocolade says it’s no longer part of the online range, while Lidl lists its butter spritz biscuits as an in-store product.

    Check the current range before ordering or heading to the shop. If you choose an alternative, check the type of chocolate and allergen information again.

Brands and product ranges compared

Verkade

The Nobo Sprits range includes plain, milk chocolate and double chocolate varieties to compare.

  • Jumbo describes Nobo Sprits Dubbel Chocolade as containing chocolate pieces and cocoa nibs, with a milk chocolate coating.
  • ‘Double chocolate’ doesn’t confirm that it contains dark chocolate, so check the ingredients for the variety you choose.

PLUS

The supermarket’s own brand offers Chocolade sprits, for anyone who wants to check the type of chocolate explicitly.

  • PLUS describes this biscuit as containing 18% dark chocolate and provides the product’s ingredients, allergen information and nutritional values.
  • The mention of dark chocolate doesn’t replace the need to check allergen and nutritional information.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists AH Choco spritsen, which may be worth comparing if you’re considering this own-brand option.

  • The product name makes it easy to look up this variety in the range.
  • If you’re looking for dark chocolate, don’t assume that’s what ‘Choco’ means; check the current packaging.

Biscotto

ALDI lists Biscotto butter spritz biscuits in plain and chocolate varieties.

  • You can look specifically at the chocolate variety if you want to compare butter spritz biscuits.
  • ‘With chocolate’ doesn’t specify the type, so check the pack if you’re looking for dark chocolate.

Sondey

Lidl lists 400 g butter spritz biscuits as an in-store product.

  • The stated pack size makes it easier to compare quantities.
  • Check the packaging to see whether your chosen biscuits contain chocolate and, if so, what type.

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Frequently asked questions

Does ‘double chocolate’ mean that spritz biscuits contain dark chocolate?

No, not necessarily. Jumbo describes Verkade Nobo Sprits Dubbel Chocolade as having a milk chocolate coating, chocolate pieces and cocoa nibs. If dark chocolate is one of your buying criteria, look for it to be stated explicitly.

Which allergens should I check in chocolate spritz biscuits?

Check the allergen information on the specific pack. PLUS lists wheat, egg, soya and milk, among other ingredients, for its Chocolade sprits; Jumbo lists wheat, milk and soya for Verkade Nobo Sprits Dubbel Chocolade, with a warning that it may contain traces of nuts and sesame. Also check for any ‘may contain’ warnings on the pack you’re serving.

How should I store spritz biscuits once opened?

Store spritz biscuits in a cool, dry, dark place in an airtight container. This follows the Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s storage advice for biscuits. Also follow any instructions on the packaging.

Can I tell from an online product page whether spritz biscuits are available?

Not without checking current availability. The Jumbo listing checked for Verkade Nobo Sprits Dubbel Chocolade says the product is no longer part of the online range, while Lidl describes its butter spritz biscuits as available in-store only.