Choose spritz biscuits for your biscuit tin based on how many you’ll need around the Sinterklaas procession. ALDI lists a 300–400 g pack of Biscotto biscuits, while Lidl’s 400 g butter spritz biscuits are available in store only. Albert Heijn and Jumbo list 200 g varieties, and Albert Heijn also lists Verkade Nobo Plain Spritz Biscuits in a 150 g pack. Then consider which flavour you’d like, and check the label on the exact pack if anyone has allergies.
If you’ll be serving spritz biscuits after the procession too, check how much is in each pack. ALDI lists 300–400 g packs of Biscotto butter spritz biscuits, while Lidl lists a 400 g pack that’s available in store only.
If you’re buying for guests with allergies, check the ingredients on the exact variety. Albert Heijn lists wheat and milk in Verkade Nobo Plain Spritz Biscuits; Jumbo lists egg, milk, soya and wheat, among other allergens, in its dark chocolate spritz biscuits.
Start with the net weight and how many visits you’re catering for. Then choose a flavour, and check the label before serving if anyone has allergies.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| How much to put in the tin | Compare the net weight and, if listed, the number of biscuits or servings. For the ALDI variety, check the weight shown on the pack. | If you want to keep the tin stocked for several visits, having enough in each pack is your first priority. Around 42% of consumers prioritise this. |
| Flavour and quantity | Choose between plain, butter and chocolate varieties, and check the pack size for the option you prefer. | For a smaller gathering, you may want a particular flavour without buying a larger pack. Around 33% of consumers prioritise this combination of flavour and quantity. |
| Allergens | Read the ingredients list and any warnings on the exact pack; allergens vary between varieties. | If a guest has a food allergy, you’ll need to establish whether the spritz biscuits you’ve chosen are suitable to serve. This is the top priority for around 25% of consumers. |
This description doesn’t tell you how many spritz biscuits are in the pack. The packs mentioned here range from 150 g for Verkade Nobo Plain Spritz Biscuits to 400 g for Lidl’s variety.
Check the net weight and, where listed, the number of biscuits or servings. For several visits, buying a few smaller packs could also work well.
Jumbo lists egg and soya, as well as milk and wheat, in its dark chocolate spritz biscuits. Albert Heijn lists wheat and milk in Verkade Nobo Plain Spritz Biscuits and warns that the product may contain nuts and sesame.
Before serving, read the ingredients list and warnings on the pack of the variety you’ve chosen.
Lidl lists its 400 g butter spritz biscuits as a product available in store only. So if you’re looking for that particular pack, you’ll need to shop in store.
Check availability at your local shop before you go, and consider whether a smaller pack would also suit your plans.
Albert Heijn lists Nobo Plain Spritz Biscuits in a 150 g pack. Verkade also describes a Nobo Milk Spritz variety covered in milk chocolate.
Its own-label butter spritz biscuits come in a 200 g pack containing ten biscuits.
Jumbo lists 200 g spritz biscuit varieties, including a dark chocolate option and Lunetta spritz biscuits with cocoa and icing.
ALDI lists Biscotto butter spritz biscuits, either plain or with chocolate, in packs weighing 300–400 g.
Lidl lists 400 g butter spritz biscuits that are available in store only.
It depends on how many people are visiting and how often you want to top up the tin. So compare the net weight: ALDI lists 300–400 g packs of Biscotto butter spritz biscuits and Lidl lists a 400 g pack, while Albert Heijn and Jumbo also list 200 g varieties.
Follow the storage instructions on the pack you’ve chosen. For Verkade Nobo Plain Spritz Biscuits, Albert Heijn recommends storing them in a cool, dry place and sealing the pack securely after opening. Jumbo’s dark chocolate spritz biscuits should be stored in a dry, dark place.
Check the label on the exact variety first; don’t rely on the product name ‘spritz biscuits’. Albert Heijn lists wheat and milk in Verkade Nobo Plain Spritz Biscuits and warns that they may contain nuts and sesame. For its dark chocolate variety, Jumbo lists gluten, milk, egg, soya and wheat, among other allergens. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says allergens must be clearly listed in the ingredients list on prepacked foods.
Before serving, check the information on the pack you’ve bought, especially if anyone has allergies. Ingredients can change; the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains what information must be clearly shown on the label of prepacked foods.
