Who are spritz biscuits a good choice for?

Sports enthusiasts looking for a sweet biscuit to take along

A spritz biscuit can make a sweet treat to pop in your gym bag. If you want to set aside a certain amount in advance, check the stated portion size and pack the biscuit in a dry container.

Anyone looking for a small chocolate treat

A chocolate-coated spritz biscuit is a good fit if you’re after a biscuit with a chocolate coating. If you’re looking for a box of chocolates, that’s a different kind of product.

Shoppers who need to check ingredients

Among the varieties described by Jumbo, you’ll find ingredients such as milk, wheat and soya; the stated allergens vary by product. So be sure to check the packaging of the exact variety.

What should you look for in spritz biscuits?

First decide whether you’re after a biscuit to take with you or a chocolate treat. Then compare the portion size and the label on the variety you want to buy.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Taking it with you and portion size Check the stated portion size and how to keep the biscuit dry while carrying it. Albert Heijn lists portions of 20 g for AH Spritsen. If I’m putting a biscuit in my gym bag, I want to be able to set aside a portion in advance. For around 40% of consumers, portability and a clearly defined portion come first.
Chocolate or plain Check whether it’s plain, milk chocolate or dark chocolate. According to Jumbo, Verkade Nobo Sprits with Milk Chocolate contains 15% milk chocolate. For a small treat, I might be looking for the taste of chocolate in particular, rather than a plain biscuit or a box of chocolates. For around 30% of consumers, this is the main consideration.
Ingredients and nutritional value Check the allergens for the exact variety and compare nutritional values per 100 g. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends using the same quantity when comparing products. If I need to avoid certain ingredients or pay attention to what’s in my snack, the label takes priority over the flavour. Around 30% of consumers put this first.

Common mistakes when choosing

  • Confusing spritz biscuits with a box of chocolates

    Even a chocolate variety is still a spritz biscuit. So it’s a different product from a box of chocolates to give as a gift.

    Before buying, decide whether you’re looking for a chocolate biscuit or chocolates to give as a gift.

  • Going by the front of the packaging alone

    Words such as plain, butter and chocolate don’t tell you how much sugar or saturated fat a portion contains.

    The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends comparing nutritional values per 100 g first, then checking the portion you want to take with you.

  • Assuming every spritz biscuit contains the same allergens

    According to Jumbo, Verkade Nobo Sprits with Milk Chocolate contains ingredients such as milk, soya and wheat, while Jumbo Sprits with Dark Chocolate also lists eggs.

    Check the current ingredients and allergen information on the packaging of each specific variety.

Brands compared

Verkade

Jumbo describes Verkade Nobo Sprits as available plain or with milk chocolate, with both varieties in 150 g packs.

  • The milk chocolate variety contains 15% milk chocolate, making the difference in flavour from the plain variety clear.
  • The varieties described contain milk and wheat. For the milk chocolate variety, also check the listed soya and lactose.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists AH Spritsen in a 200 g pack, with ten portions of 20 g.

  • The stated portion size is helpful if you want to set aside biscuits to take with you.
  • This is a plain butter spritz biscuit, not a chocolate variety. Check the ingredients and nutritional values if they’re important to your choice.

Jumbo

Jumbo describes its Sprits with Dark Chocolate as a 200 g pack with fifteen stated portions of 13.3 g.

  • The product name and portion details make it clear which chocolate variety and quantity you’re comparing.
  • Jumbo lists eggs, gluten, milk, soya and wheat as allergens for this variety.

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Frequently asked questions

Are spritz biscuits suitable for taking in a gym bag?

You can take a spritz biscuit with you if you fancy a sweet biscuit, but its ingredients should suit what you’re looking for in a snack. Check the portion size and compare protein, sugars and saturated fat on the label, among other things; keep the biscuit dry in its packaging.

How do I compare plain and chocolate spritz biscuits?

Start with the flavour you prefer, then compare nutritional values per 100 g and portion sizes. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends comparing products using the same quantity and checking the ingredients list.

Which allergens should I check in spritz biscuits?

Always check the exact variety: the products described list ingredients such as milk and wheat, while some chocolate varieties also contain soya or egg. Read the current allergen information on the packaging rather than assuming it’s the same as another flavour.