Older people who want to set a portion for their coffee break
You want something small with your afternoon coffee and to decide in advance how many biscuits to serve or eat.
Who is this choice relevant to?
Older people who pay attention to nutritional value
You consider how a biscuit fits into your eating habits, comparing things such as sugars, saturated fat, fibre and protein rather than judging by size alone.
Shoppers with questions about ingredients or allergens
Before buying, you want to check the ingredients and allergen information on the packet of the spritz biscuit variety you have chosen.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, decide what matters most for this coffee break: a set portion, the snack’s nutritional value or the information on the label.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
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| Portion size | Check the stated serving size and decide how many biscuits or how many grams you actually want to serve. | If I don’t want to serve more biscuits than intended with my coffee, I choose an amount in advance. For around 33% of consumers, setting a portion is the top priority. |
| Nutritional value | Compare the nutritional information per 100 g and per chosen serving, including sugars, saturated fat, fibre and protein. | If the snack needs to fit into my overall diet, I look beyond the size of the biscuit. Around 42% of consumers prioritise this nutritional comparison. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients list, allergen information and any warnings on the packet you are buying. | If I have an allergy or a question about an ingredient, I want to know what is in this particular variety. For around 25% of consumers, this is the first thing they check before buying. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a smaller spritz biscuit automatically has different nutritional values
The size of one biscuit doesn’t tell you how much energy, sugar or saturated fat the packet lists per 100 g. The number of biscuits you eat also affects your portion size.
Decide how much you want to serve in advance, then compare the nutritional information per serving and per 100 g.
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Adding a mini spritz biscuit you’ve found straight to your shopping list
On the product page for Jumbo Sprits Staafjes Mini 125 g, Jumbo says this variety is no longer part of its online range. An old product page doesn’t guarantee that you can order the biscuit.
Just before buying, check whether the exact variety is available at the shop or online retailer you want to buy from.
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Relying on the label for a different variety
Ingredients and allergens can vary between spritz biscuit varieties. Albert Heijn also notes that its product information may change.
Every time you buy, check the ingredients list and allergen information on the packet of the product you actually receive.
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Assuming biscuits are automatically a nutritious snack
A spritz biscuit can be part of a coffee break, but it won’t automatically answer the question of what other nutrients someone needs. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre points out that older people’s nutritional needs can vary.
Decide whether you’re mainly looking for a treat or a snack that needs to contribute to your nutritional intake. If you’re unwell, have a reduced appetite or follow a prescribed diet, an individual assessment is more appropriate than a general choice of biscuit.
Brands and retailers to consider
Verkade
Albert Heijn lists regular Verkade Nobo Sprits Naturel in a 150 g pack, with a stated serving size of approximately 16.8 g.
- The product listing provides ingredients, allergen information and nutritional details for this plain variety.
- Don’t assume a mini spritz biscuit or another variety has the same label; check the packet of the one you choose.
Jumbo
Jumbo has a mini biscuits category as well as a listing for regular Verkade Nobo Sprits Naturel.
- You can check the product information to see which variety of biscuit it is.
- Jumbo says Jumbo Sprits Staafjes Mini 125 g is no longer part of its online range; check whether the exact variety is available.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists regular Verkade Nobo Sprits Naturel in a 150 g pack, with information about serving size, ingredients and nutritional value.
- The stated serving size lets you compare the amount you have chosen in advance with the information on the packet.
- Albert Heijn warns that product information may change; check the label on the packet you buy for ingredients and allergens.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the mini size tell you anything about the nutritional value of a spritz biscuit?
No, you can’t tell the nutritional value from the size alone. Compare the values per 100 g to look at products side by side, and also consider the portion you actually plan to eat.
What should I look for on the label of pre-packed spritz biscuits?
Pay particular attention to the ingredients list, allergen information, nutritional details, and the use-by or best-before date and storage instructions for the variety you have chosen. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority stresses that allergens must be clearly listed in the ingredients list.
How should I store spritz biscuits once opened?
Follow the storage advice on the packet of your spritz biscuits. For Verkade Nobo Sprits Naturel, Albert Heijn advises storing them in a cool, dry place and keeping them in a sealed packet after opening.