Who is this choice relevant to?

Anyone who wants to put out enough biscuits for the group

If you’re inviting friends over for coffee, the total quantity can help you decide whether one pack will be enough or whether you’d prefer two packs or a larger one.

Anyone keeping ingredients or allergens in mind

If a guest has a food allergy or a relevant intolerance, make sure the information applies to the exact spritz biscuit variety you’ve chosen. Check the label again if you switch flavour or brand.

Anyone who wants to offer a choice of flavours

Alongside plain spritz biscuits, you could consider a chocolate variety. If you choose smaller packs in different flavours, remember to add up the total number of biscuits you’ll be putting out.

What should you look for in spritz biscuits for guests?

First, decide how many spritz biscuits you want to put out. Then check that the flavours you’ve chosen and the information on their labels are suitable for your guests.

What to consider What to check when buying Who is this important for?
Quantity Check the net weight and, for a 2-pack, add together the contents of both packs. Albert Heijn states that its Roomboter Spritsen 2-pack is supplied as two separate items; Lidl lists a 400 g pack of Roomboter Spritsen. If I’m putting out the same spritz biscuits for several friends, I want to know in advance how much I’ll have in total. For around 42% of consumers, having enough for the group is the top priority.
Ingredients and allergens Read the ingredients list, allergen information and any warnings on the label of the variety you’ve chosen. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority emphasises the importance of clear allergen information on prepacked foods. If a guest has a food allergy, I want to be able to check whether this particular pack is suitable to serve. For around 25% of consumers, this check is the top priority.
Choice of flavours Compare the flavours and the pack sizes you want to combine. Jumbo lists 200 g packs of spritz biscuits with dark chocolate; Verkade describes NoboSprits Melk as a variety with a milk chocolate coating. If not everyone wants plain spritz biscuits, I’d rather put more than one flavour on the table. For around 33% of consumers, flavour is the top priority.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a 2-pack is one large pack

    Two packs aren’t necessarily the same format as one large pack. For example, Albert Heijn states that its Roomboter Spritsen 2-pack is supplied as two separate items.

    Check how many individual packs you’ll receive and their total net weight before estimating how much you’ll need for your guests.

  • Using the label for one flavour as a guide to another

    Ingredients and allergens can vary between varieties. PLUS lists wheat, soya and milk among the ingredients in its 175 g Advocaatsprits.

    Before buying and serving, check the label of the variety you’ll actually be putting on the table.

  • Relying only on online product information

    Information on a retailer’s listing can change, even if you’ve bought the product before.

    Use the online description to compare options, then check the ingredients, nutritional information and storage advice on the pack you receive.

  • Assuming an in-store product is available online

    Lidl states that its 400 g pack of Roomboter Spritsen is only available in store.

    Check with your local store before counting on this pack for a planned coffee get-together.

Brands and shopping options to consider

These options show a range of pack formats and flavours. The features listed apply to the specific products mentioned, not to a brand’s or retailer’s entire range.

Verkade

Albert Heijn lists Verkade Nobo Sprits Naturel as a 2-pack. Verkade also describes NoboSprits Melk as having a milk chocolate coating.

  • Choose between a plain 2-pack and a separate milk chocolate variety.
  • Check the total quantity and label for each pack you choose; the varieties aren’t interchangeable.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists its own AH Roomboter Spritsen 2-pack alongside Verkade’s 2-pack.

  • The listing for its own 2-pack states that it is supplied as two separate items.
  • So don’t treat this 2-pack as one large combined pack; check the contents of the individual packs.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists its own spritz biscuits with dark chocolate in a 200 g pack and also stocks Verkade Nobo Sprits Naturel.

  • The dark chocolate variety offers an alternative to plain spritz biscuits.
  • A 200 g pack isn’t necessarily a larger option for the whole group.

Lidl

Lidl lists Roomboter Spritsen in a 400 g pack.

  • The listed net weight makes this pack worth considering if you’re looking for one larger pack.
  • The product listing says it’s only available in store, so check with your local shop.

PLUS

PLUS lists 175 g Advocaatsprits as a flavour option, rather than a larger pack.

  • A separate flavour to consider alongside other spritz biscuits.
  • PLUS lists wheat, soya and milk among the ingredients in this variety. If ingredients or allergens are important for your guests, check the current label.

Spritz biscuit option on Joybuy

This milk chocolate spritz biscuit is a good choice if you’d like to offer something different alongside plain spritz biscuits. The 150 g pack isn’t presented as a family-size pack, so choose the number of packs to suit your group.

Verkade Nobo Spritzed Milk Chocolate, 150 g

Verkade Nobo Spritzed Milk Chocolate 150 g

A good choice if you’d like to serve a milk chocolate variety alongside other spritz biscuits. This pack contains 150 g; check that the quantity is right for your group, and read the label on the pack you buy for ingredient and allergen information.

View on Joybuy

Frequently asked questions

How do I compare a 2-pack with one larger pack of spritz biscuits?

Compare the total net weight and check whether you’ll receive one pack or two separate packs. Albert Heijn states that its Roomboter Spritsen 2-pack is supplied as two separate items, while Lidl lists a 400 g pack of Roomboter Spritsen.

Should I check the allergens on the pack of spritz biscuits before serving them to guests?

Yes, especially if a guest has a food allergy or a relevant intolerance. Read the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack you’ll be serving; the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority highlights the importance of allergen labelling on prepacked foods.

Can I use the label for plain spritz biscuits as a guide to chocolate spritz biscuits?

No, check the label for the specific variety you’ve chosen. Ingredients and allergens can differ; for example, PLUS lists wheat, soya and milk in its Advocaatsprits.

How should I store spritz biscuits until my coffee get-together?

Follow the storage advice and date on your own pack. Jumbo advises storing its spritz biscuits with dark chocolate in a cool, dark place; don’t apply that advice to other varieties without checking their labels.