Who is this choice relevant to?

If you want spritz biscuits on the Easter table

You’re looking for a familiar spritz biscuit to enjoy with coffee or at Easter brunch. You want to keep an eye on sugars without accidentally switching to a different type of biscuit.

If sugar content is your main concern

You care more about the sugar content on the label than the spritz shape, so you’re also considering a different type of biscuit.

If you’re buying for guests with different needs

You want to be able to check ingredients, allergens and sweeteners before putting biscuits out for a group of guests.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether you specifically want a spritz biscuit or whether another type of biscuit will do. Then compare the nutritional information and ingredients of the products you’re considering.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Sugar content Compare ‘of which sugars’ per 100 g and per portion. Also check whether the biscuit contains sweeteners or polyols. If a lower sugar content is my top priority, I’m happy to choose a different type of biscuit instead of a spritz. For around 42% of consumers, sugar content matters most.
A familiar spritz biscuit Check the product description and sugar content of the spritz biscuit you want to buy. For Easter brunch, I want to serve spritz biscuits, not a biscuit that’s only there as an alternative. Around 33% of consumers prioritise a familiar spritz biscuit.
Ingredients for guests Read the allergen information and check the packaging for sweeteners and warnings. When I’m buying for several guests, I want to check what’s in each biscuit and let everyone choose for themselves. For around 25% of consumers, checking ingredients is the top priority.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming ‘less sugar’ means ‘low in sugars’

    PLUS product information lists 28 g of sugars per 100 g for Elvee Chocolade spritsen minder suiker, despite the chocolate being labelled as containing 30% less sugar. A reduction claim alone doesn’t tell you how much sugar the whole product contains.

    Check ‘of which sugars’ in the nutrition table and compare products per 100 g as well as per portion.

  • Focusing only on sugar content

    A biscuit that’s low in sugars will also have different nutritional values and ingredients. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority stresses that a nutrition claim must be accurate; it doesn’t automatically describe the product as a whole.

    As well as sugars, check the other nutritional information, ingredients and portion size.

  • Overlooking polyols and allergens

    According to Jumbo product information, Céréal Speculoos met amandel contains wheat, almonds, soya, egg, milk and barley, among other ingredients. Albert Heijn warns that AH Digestive 0% suiker may have a laxative effect if consumed in excess.

    Let guests check the packaging, and check the ingredients and allergens for each product before serving.

  • Assuming a biscuit shown online is available in your shop

    The PLUS product information consulted said that Elvee Chocolade spritsen minder suiker was unavailable at the selected shop. Availability may depend on the shop or delivery time.

    Check the range at your local shop or for your delivery address shortly before you do your Easter shopping.

    Visiting another shop or choosing a replacement at the last minute takes extra time.

Brands to consider

Verkade

Nobo Sprits Original is an example of a classic spritz biscuit.

  • Verkade states that Nobo Sprits Original contains 24.2 g of sugars per 100 g.
  • The listed ingredients include wheat flour and milk derivatives. This product isn’t presented here as a low-sugar spritz biscuit.

Albert Heijn

The range includes AH Spritsen and AH Digestive 0% suiker, which are two different types of biscuit.

  • Albert Heijn product information lists 0.3 g of sugars per 100 g for AH Digestive 0% suiker.
  • A digestive isn’t a spritz biscuit. The packaging warns that it may have a laxative effect if consumed in excess.

Céréal

The sugar-free speculoos and almond biscuits are an option if you’re happy to choose something other than a spritz biscuit.

  • According to Jumbo, these Céréal biscuits contain 0.4 g of sugars per 100 g.
  • They aren’t spritz biscuits and, according to the same product information, contain 29 g of polyols per 100 g and several allergens.

Elvee

Elvee Chocolade spritsen minder suiker is a chocolate variety with an explicit sugar-reduction claim.

  • PLUS describes the milk and dark chocolate in this product as containing 30% less sugar.
  • According to PLUS, the whole product contains 28 g of sugars per 100 g. Check availability at your local shop too.

Biscotto

This ALDI own-brand offers butter-rich spritz biscuits as a classic option.

  • ALDI lists Biscotto Roomboterspritsen in its range.
  • To compare sugar content, check the nutritional information on the packaging of the variety you buy.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a spritz biscuit labelled ‘less sugar’ automatically low in sugars?

No. The reduction claim doesn’t tell you how much sugar the whole biscuit contains. PLUS lists 28 g of sugars per 100 g for Elvee Chocolade spritsen minder suiker, so check the nutrition table and the portion you’re serving too.

What should I check on a biscuit labelled ‘sugar-free’?

As well as the sugar content, check the full nutritional information and ingredients list. A biscuit like this may contain sweeteners or polyols and may not be a spritz biscuit. Also check for any allergens relevant to your guests.

What should I put out if a guest has diabetes?

Ask your guest what they’d prefer, and leave the packaging available so they can check the nutritional information and ingredients themselves. The Diabetes Fund advises hosts to discuss this with guests beforehand and let them choose their own portion or skip something if they prefer.

Why do some biscuits carry a warning about a laxative effect?

The warning may be related to the polyols used. Albert Heijn lists polyols in AH Digestive 0% suiker and warns that it may have a laxative effect if consumed in excess. Check the instructions on the specific packaging.

How should I store the biscuits until Easter brunch?

Follow the storage instructions on the packaging and seal opened packs tightly. Albert Heijn’s product information for AH Digestive 0% suiker and Jumbo’s information for the Céréal biscuits mentioned above recommends storing dry biscuits in a cool, dry, dark place.