Fair organisers with a sugar target
You want to choose a spritz biscuit based on the sugars per 100 g, rather than relying only on claims on the front of the pack.
Who is this choice important for?
Organisers who communicate allergen information in advance
You’re handing out biscuits to a mixed group of pupils and want to check which allergens and warnings are listed on the pack before you buy.
Buyers who need plenty of portions
You want to make sure you can get enough biscuits for the school fair. A regular spritz biscuit is only an option if keeping sugar low isn’t a deciding factor.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, check that the sugar content and allergens suit your needs and the school’s rules. Then work out how many biscuits and packs you’ll need for the fair.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Sugars | Compare the sugars per 100 g in the nutrition information and check that the product is actually a spritz biscuit. | I want to hand out biscuits with a verifiably low sugar figure, without having to compare different portion sizes. Around 42% of consumers prioritise this sugar target. |
| Allergens and school rules | Read the allergen information and any ‘may contain’ warnings on the current pack; check what rules the school has for the fair. | When handing out biscuits to a mixed group, I want to know in advance whether everyone can have the biscuit I’ve chosen. For around 33% of consumers, allergens and school rules are the most important factors. |
| Portions and packaging | Check the pack weight, the number of biscuits and whether you can get enough packs. | I need to prepare enough individual portions for the fair and could consider a regular spritz biscuit if the sugar target is less important. Around 25% of consumers prioritise this practical need. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming low sugar means suitable for everyone
A spritz biscuit that is low in sugars can still contain allergens. For example, Lisa Kookt lists wheat, egg and milk in its spritz shortbread biscuits.
Ask what allergy rules apply at the fair and read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack you’ll be handing out.
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Comparing only the figures per biscuit
Biscuits can come in different portion sizes. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends comparing nutrition values per 100 g so you can compare products like for like.
Compare the sugars per 100 g in the nutrition information, then decide what portion you want to offer.
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Overlooking polyols
A low sugar figure doesn’t tell you what other ingredients have been used. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that large amounts of polyols can cause digestive problems.
If a spritz biscuit contains polyols, check the current label and any warnings, especially if visitors might take more than one biscuit.
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Treating the product page as the definitive label
When handing out the biscuits, the information on the pack you actually bought is what matters, including the ingredients and allergens.
Read each pack you’ve chosen before packing the biscuits, and use the current allergen information when communicating at the fair.
Brands to consider
Damhert Nutrition
Damhert Nutrition’s range includes the 130 g Zonder Suikers Sprits Naturel.
- Damhert Nutrition’s product information lists 0.5 g of sugars and 16.0 g of polyols per 100 g.
- Check the current pack for allergens and any warnings before handing out the spritz biscuits at school.
Lisa Kookt
Lisa Kookt offers spritz shortbread biscuits with a declared sugar content of 0.7 g per 100 g.
- The product information lists wheat, egg and milk, so you can take these allergens into account when making your initial selection.
- Don’t choose these biscuits if the school excludes products containing any of these allergens. Also check the current pack for any warnings.
Verkade
Verkade Nobo Sprits Original is a regular spritz biscuit for comparison, not an option established here as low in sugar.
- Verkade lists ingredients including wheat flour, sugar and a milk ingredient.
- Don’t use this variety as a substitute for a spritz biscuit with a verified low sugar content without comparing the nutrition information.
PLUS
PLUS Spritsen Per Wikkel is a regular spritz biscuit that can be used to compare sugar content.
- PLUS’s product information lists 21.4 g of sugars per 100 g and names wheat, egg and milk as allergens.
- Only hand out these spritz biscuits if the current allergen information and the school’s rules allow it. The sugar content won’t automatically suit a goal of offering low-sugar treats.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I compare the sugar content of two spritz biscuits?
Compare the sugars per 100 g in the nutrition information on both packs. This avoids differences in the weight of each biscuit or the portion size chosen affecting your comparison.
Is a low-sugar spritz biscuit suitable for everyone at school?
No. The sugar content doesn’t tell you which allergens a spritz biscuit contains. Check the ingredients, allergen information and any ‘may contain’ warnings on the current pack, and ask what rules apply at the school fair.
Why do polyols matter in low-sugar spritz biscuits?
These biscuits can contain polyols. For example, Damhert Nutrition lists 16.0 g of polyols per 100 g for Zonder Suikers Sprits Naturel. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that large amounts of polyols can cause digestive problems. So be sure to read any warnings on the pack too.
Can I buy regular spritz biscuits to meet the same sugar target?
First compare the sugars per 100 g: Jumbo lists 19.5 g for Naturel Spritsen and PLUS lists 21.4 g for Spritsen Per Wikkel, compared with 0.5 g for Damhert Zonder Suikers Sprits Naturel, according to Damhert Nutrition. These regular options therefore don’t meet the same target for a low declared sugar content in the same way. Also check the allergens and school rules for each product you’re considering.