A spritz biscuit can be part of your post-workout snack, but don’t assume it can replace a meal. Voedingscentrum recommends that runners eat both protein and carbohydrates after exercise, so consider what else you’ll eat. If you want to take a single snack in its own wrapper, check the packaging: the AH and Biscotto spritz biscuits mentioned here come in packs containing several biscuits.
If you also want to eat something containing protein and carbohydrates after exercise, consider whether a spritz biscuit would work alongside it. Voedingscentrum recommends this combination in its advice on what runners should eat.
You don’t want to open a whole pack for one snack. AH lists ten biscuits per pack, while ALDI lists twelve Biscotto butter spritz biscuits. Check whether you’ll need to measure out and pack a portion yourself.
The spritz biscuits from PLUS and AH mentioned here have different allergens and ‘may contain’ warnings. Check the packaging of the version you’re buying before eating it.
If you’re considering a spritz biscuit after exercise, first decide whether your main priority is what you eat, a single portion or the ingredients.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| What you eat after exercise | Check the nutritional information per portion and decide what else you’ll eat. | I want to eat something containing protein and carbohydrates after a strenuous workout. For around 50% of consumers considering spritz biscuits after exercise, this is the main priority. |
| A single portion | Check the number of biscuits, the portion size and whether they’re individually wrapped. | I want to take one snack with me without opening a whole pack while I’m out; around 30% of these consumers prioritise a measured single portion. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Check the ingredients list, allergens and any ‘may contain’ warnings on the packaging. | If I need to avoid certain ingredients, I want to know exactly what’s in this version. For around 20% of these consumers, this check matters most. |
A biscuit on its own doesn’t tell you whether you’re also getting protein and carbohydrates. Voedingscentrum recommends this combination in its advice on what to eat after running.
Decide what else you’ll eat, and choose a spritz biscuit only if it works as part of that meal or snack.
AH lists ten spritz biscuits per pack, while ALDI lists twelve Biscotto butter spritz biscuits. A pack containing several biscuits doesn’t necessarily give you an individually wrapped portion.
Check the number of biscuits and whether they have individual wrappers. If you’re taking one biscuit with you, use a suitable airtight container.
The listed ingredients and ‘may contain’ warnings differ between the PLUS and AH spritz biscuits mentioned here.
Always check the allergen information on the packaging of the version you’re buying.
Jumbo says its 200 g Naturel Spritsen are no longer part of its online range.
Check current availability before counting on this particular version.
Jumbo lists Verkade Nobo Sprits Naturel and a milk chocolate version, among others, in 150 g packs.
Albert Heijn lists a 200 g pack of spritz biscuits containing ten biscuits and ten portions.
PLUS lists butter spritz biscuits in a 175 g pack.
ALDI lists Biscotto butter spritz biscuits as twelve biscuits in a 175 g pack.
The product listing for Jumbo Naturel Spritsen in a 200 g pack gives approximately fifteen portions.
According to Lidl, Sondey’s range includes biscuits, cookies and bars.
Yes, you can have one as part of a meal or snack, but a spritz biscuit won’t automatically replace the rest of what you want to eat. Voedingscentrum recommends that runners eat both protein and carbohydrates after exercise, so consider your overall meal or snack rather than just the biscuit.
Check the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging of the version you choose. PLUS lists wheat, milk and egg in its spritz biscuits, which may also contain certain nuts and other cereals containing gluten. The AH spritz biscuits mentioned here contain milk and wheat, and may also contain ingredients including egg, soya, oats and nuts.
According to Voedingscentrum, most people who exercise don’t need a sports bar. Ordinary foods can generally provide the fluids and energy you need. When choosing a snack, focus on what’s practical and what else you’ll eat and drink.
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging you buy. Albert Heijn advises storing its spritz biscuits in a cool, dark, dry place and closing the pack securely after use. PLUS advises keeping its spritz biscuits in a cool, dry place.
