Who is this choice relevant to?

Parents looking to share a treat

For a playdate or small celebration, you’ll want a pack that lets you portion out the biscuits in advance. The Dutch Nutrition Centre distinguishes between a treat and an everyday snack for babies and toddlers.

Carers taking allergies and venue rules into account

Before taking spritz biscuits to school, childcare or a childminder, you’ll want to check the ingredients on the exact pack and find out what rules apply there. The spritz varieties mentioned have different allergens.

Shoppers planning portions and leftovers

You’ll want enough biscuits for the group without being left with too many opened spritz biscuits. The packs mentioned range from 150 g for Verkade Nobo Sprits Naturel at Jumbo to 400 g for Lidl Roomboter spritsen; the weight alone won’t tell you how many portions you’ll want to serve.

What should you look for in spritz biscuits for toddlers?

Before sharing spritz biscuits, first check that they suit the group’s rules and allergy needs. Then decide whether they’re for an occasional treat and how many you want to serve. Only then should you choose a pack size.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Allergens and venue rules Check the allergens on the current pack of the variety you’ve chosen. Ask in advance which treats the school, childcare setting or childminder allows. If I’m taking spritz biscuits for several children, I want to know whether every child can have them and whether the venue allows biscuits. Around 42% of consumers prioritise allergens and venue rules.
Snack occasion and portion Distinguish between an everyday snack and an occasional treat. Before serving, decide how many biscuits you want to give each child. I want to be able to choose differently for an everyday snack than I would for a celebration; for a treat, I decide on the portion in advance. For around 33% of consumers, the snack occasion and portion matter most.
Pack size and leftovers Count the children and check the number of biscuits or stated portions as well as the pack weight. Read how to store the chosen pack once opened. When I’m sharing with a group, I want enough to go around without being left with lots of opened biscuits. Pack size and leftovers are the top priorities for around 25% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a share pack makes an everyday snack

    Just because biscuits are easy to hand out doesn’t make them a regular snack choice for toddlers. For everyday snacks, the Dutch Nutrition Centre recommends foods from the Dutch Wheel of Five, such as fruit, vegetables and some wholemeal bread.

    Save spritz biscuits for a planned treat and choose something that fits this nutritional advice for regular snack times.

  • Assuming the name ‘spritz’ tells you about allergens

    Ingredients vary by variety. Verkade Nobo Sprits Naturel lists wheat and milk; PLUS Spritsen also lists egg, while Jumbo Lunetta Spritsen met cacao en glazuur lists soya, among other allergens.

    Check the allergens on the current pack of the exact flavour and variety you plan to serve.

  • Relying only on online product information

    Albert Heijn notes that the ingredients and allergy information for its spritz biscuits may change. The information on a product page may therefore not match the pack you have in your hands.

    Check the physical label before serving, especially if allergies or childcare rules are involved.

  • Choosing a large pack without a serving plan

    A 400 g pack isn’t automatically a better fit for a group than a 150 g or 175 g pack. The number of children, the portion you choose and whether you can store leftovers all affect how much you need.

    Plan how you’ll serve the biscuits before buying, and follow the storage instructions on the chosen pack for any opened biscuits.

Brands and shops to consider

These examples show why it’s worth comparing pack sizes and allergens for each product, rather than looking at the brand or shop alone.

Verkade

Jumbo lists Verkade Nobo Sprits Naturel in a 150 g pack.

  • For this variety, Jumbo lists wheat and milk as allergens, and nuts and sesame as possible traces.
  • The storage instructions apply to this variety: store in a cool, dry place and keep sealed after opening. Check other Verkade products separately.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists AH Spritsen and AH Lunetta spritsen as separate products.

  • The separate product pages make it easier to find the variety you’re looking for.
  • Albert Heijn notes that ingredients and allergy information may change. Check the current pack when you buy.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists products including Verkade Nobo Sprits Naturel and Jumbo Lunetta Spritsen met cacao en glazuur.

  • For the Lunetta variety mentioned, Jumbo lists a 200 g pack containing 15 portions.
  • The Lunetta variety lists gluten, milk, soya and wheat, among other allergens. Don’t assume its ingredients are the same as those in plain spritz biscuits.

PLUS

PLUS lists its own 175 g pack of spritz biscuits.

  • The product information lists wheat, egg and milk, among other ingredients, so you can check whether this variety is suitable for the group.
  • Confirm the ingredients and allergens on the pack you buy; the information applies to this specific product.

ALDI / Biscotto

ALDI lists Biscotto Roomboterspritsen as 12 biscuits in a 175 g pack.

  • The stated number of biscuits can help you plan portions for a group.
  • Check the ingredients and allergens on the physical pack before choosing these spritz biscuits for children with allergies.

Lidl

Lidl lists Roomboter spritsen in a 400 g pack.

  • The stated pack size gives you a useful point of comparison when planning portions for a larger group.
  • Once you have the pack in hand, check the ingredients, allergens and storage instructions to make sure it’s right for your group.

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Frequently asked questions

Are spritz biscuits suitable as an everyday snack for a toddler?

Not as a regular choice. For babies and toddlers, the Dutch Nutrition Centre recommends snacks from the Dutch Wheel of Five, such as fruit, vegetables or some wholemeal bread. Spritz biscuits are better suited to an occasional treat.

Do spritz biscuits always contain gluten?

You can’t tell from the product name alone. The Verkade Nobo Sprits Naturel mentioned contains wheat, and PLUS Spritsen lists cereals containing gluten, but ingredients vary by variety. If you have a gluten allergy or coeliac disease, check the current label on the exact pack.

Can I take spritz biscuits to school or childcare?

First, ask about the rules at the school or childcare setting. The Dutch Nutrition Centre explains that venues can make their own rules about celebrations and treats. Also check which allergy rules apply to the group.

How should I store spritz biscuits after opening?

Follow the instructions on the pack you’ve chosen. For Verkade Nobo Sprits Naturel, Jumbo advises storing in a cool, dry place and keeping the pack sealed after opening. For Jumbo Lunetta Spritsen met cacao en glazuur, Jumbo advises storing in a dry place after opening.