For a study session, choose a measured number of biscuits from a multi-pack of these spritz biscuits, rather than an individual bar. Compare plain and chocolate varieties per 100 g, then use the values per biscuit to decide on your portion. According to Verkade, Nobo Sprits Melk contains 4,9 g of sugars per biscuit, compared with 4,0 g for Original; if you have allergies, always check the label of the variety you choose.
You want to put one or a few biscuits next to your study materials, rather than keep eating from an open pack. Albert Heijn lists twelve portions for Verkade Nobo Sprits naturel; ALDI lists twelve biscuits for Biscotto Roomboterspritsen.
You want to compare spritz biscuit varieties for sugars, saturated fat and fibre, without being swayed solely by the flavour or the front of the pack. To do this, compare the nutritional information per 100 g.
Before buying, you need to check which ingredients and any precautionary allergen warnings are relevant to your choice. Wheat, milk, egg and soya vary between the varieties reviewed, so read the label on the specific pack.
For a study session, first decide how many biscuits you want to have. Then compare similar spritz biscuits on the label and check whether the pack size suits the occasion.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who does this matter to? |
|---|---|---|
| Portion for one occasion | Check how many biscuits or portions the pack contains and whether the nutritional information gives values per biscuit. | If I only want a few biscuits while studying, I want to be able to set them aside beforehand. Around 31% of consumers prioritise portion control. |
| Allergens | Read the ingredients, listed allergens and any precautionary allergen warnings on the current label. | If I have a food allergy, I need to know whether this particular variety contains ingredients I should avoid. For around 31% of consumers, checking this is their first concern. |
| Nutritional information | Compare similar biscuits per 100 g for sugars, saturated fat and fibre; then check the values for your portion. | I want to compare the ingredients and nutritional content of a plain spritz biscuit with a chocolate variety without confusing different portion sizes. Around 25% of consumers prioritise this label comparison. |
| Pack size | Check the pack size and, where stated, the number of biscuits in the pack. | For one study session, I want to work out how many biscuits will be left after I’ve chosen my portion. This is the main consideration for around 13% of consumers. |
The options listed contain multiple biscuits or portions. So opening a pack for one occasion is not the same as choosing an individually wrapped snack.
Check the number of biscuits or portions, then set aside the amount you want before you start studying.
According to Jumbo, a 13,3 g portion of dark chocolate spritz biscuits contains 65 kcal. Verkade lists 89 kcal per Original biscuit; without comparing the same weight, these portion values tell you little about the difference between the products.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises comparing products per 100 g, because manufacturers decide their own portion sizes. Then use the values per biscuit to work out your own portion.
Plain spritz biscuits and chocolate varieties may have different allergens and precautionary allergen warnings. The name alone does not give you enough information.
Every time you buy them, read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack of the variety you’ve chosen.
Nobo Sprits Original and Nobo Sprits Melk come in two flavours, with Verkade providing nutritional values per biscuit for both.
PLUS provides nutritional information for its plain spritz biscuits and also offers an advocaat-flavoured variety.
Jumbo offers, among other options, Lunetta Spritsen met cacao en glazuur and spritz biscuits with dark chocolate.
Biscotto Roomboterspritsen are an option if you want to be able to count the biscuits in a pack.
No: the packs mentioned here contain multiple biscuits or portions. Albert Heijn lists twelve portions for Verkade Nobo Sprits naturel, ALDI lists twelve biscuits for Biscotto Roomboterspritsen, and Jumbo lists fifteen portions for Lunetta Spritsen. Decide in advance how many biscuits you want for one study session.
First compare similar spritz biscuits per 100 g. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre points out that manufacturers decide their own portion sizes; the value per biscuit can then help you estimate how much you want to have.
Read the allergen information on the specific pack you’re buying, including any precautionary allergen warnings. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked products; ingredients vary between varieties.
Nutri-Score can help you compare the nutritional composition of products within the same product group. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre emphasises that the score alone does not determine whether a product fits your diet; also check the nutritional information and the portion you have.
Follow the storage instructions on the pack and reseal it securely after opening. Albert Heijn says to store Verkade Nobo Sprits naturel in a cool, dry place and keep it sealed after opening; for Lunetta, Jumbo recommends storing it in a dry place after opening.
