Regular Dutch spiced biscuits from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS are not a sugar-free choice: their product information lists 39 g, 38.6 g and 38.594 g of sugars per 100 g, respectively. If you’re specifically looking for sugar-free Dutch spiced biscuits for an evening snack, check the claim and the ‘of which sugars’ figure on the current packaging. A smaller portion of regular biscuits won’t change the sugar content per 100 g.
You want a spiced evening snack that genuinely meets the ‘sugar-free’ claim, rather than just a small portion of regular Dutch spiced biscuits. Product information from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS shows that the regular varieties mentioned do not meet this requirement.
You’re mainly after the familiar flavour, but want to know how much you’re eating in one snack break. To work this out, compare the sugars per 100 g with the stated portion and the amount you actually eat.
The ingredients on the specific pack are what matter. Product information for the varieties mentioned from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS lists milk and cereals containing gluten, including wheat and rye. Check the current packaging too.
First, decide whether ‘sugar-free’ is an essential requirement for you. If you’re also considering regular Dutch spiced biscuits, you can then check the portion, ingredients and allergens on the relevant pack.
| What to look out for | What to check when buying | Who it’s relevant to |
|---|---|---|
| Genuinely sugar-free | Check the claim and the ‘of which sugars’ figure per 100 g. The Diabetes Fund defines ‘sugar-free’ as no more than 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g. | If I want something spiced without straying from my sugar-free choice, the label matters more than the familiar taste of these biscuits. This is the top priority for around 36% of consumers. |
| Amount per portion | Compare the stated portion with what you actually eat, and check the sugars and energy per 100 g. | When choosing regular Dutch spiced biscuits, I want to decide in advance how much I’ll have for my evening snack. The portion is the main concern for around 29% of consumers. |
| Flavour and texture | Check the product description and ingredients list for aniseed, spices and any sweetening ingredients used. | If you’re after the spiced flavour and chewy texture, you’ll want to know whether an alternative offers a similar experience. An estimated 21% of consumers prioritise these qualities. |
| Allergens | Check the ingredients and allergen information on the current pack, including any ‘may contain’ warnings. | If I need to watch out for milk or cereals containing gluten, the ingredients in that specific pack are crucial. This check comes first for around 14% of consumers. |
A smaller piece of regular Dutch spiced biscuit contains less sugar than a larger portion of the same product, but its sugar content per 100 g stays the same. Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS list between 38.594 g and 39 g of sugars per 100 g for the regular varieties mentioned.
If sugar-free is a must, check the product’s claim and nutrition information, not just the size of the biscuit.
A product with no added sugars may still contain sugars from its ingredients. So the wording alone doesn’t tell you how much sugar is in the finished product.
If you’re looking for a sugar-free product, check the ‘of which sugars’ figure per 100 g.
According to the product information, the regular Dutch spiced biscuits mentioned from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS contain milk and cereals containing gluten. Ingredients information can change.
Before eating them, check the ingredients and allergen information on the pack you have in front of you.
A mention in a festive range or a recipe won’t tell you which ingredients and nutrition values are in a pack you want to buy now.
Check the current product and packaging again when you buy it, even if you’ve seen these biscuits before.
Albert Heijn provides product information for AH Taai taai and a Bolletje Dutch spiced biscuit product.
Jumbo lists Sint Taai Taai Figuurtjes in a 500 g pack.
PLUS describes a Dutch spiced biscuit variety in a 250 g bag.
ALDI Netherlands describes Dutch spiced biscuits in a 500 g pack.
A Dirk search result lists 1 de Beste Mini taai taai 500 g.
A Lidl recipe lists mini Dutch spiced biscuits as an ingredient.
According to the Diabetes Fund, ‘sugar-free’ for solid foods means no more than 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g. For Dutch spiced biscuits, check both the claim on the packaging and the ‘of which sugars’ figure in the nutrition table.
No. The Diabetes Fund explains that ‘low sugar’ for solid foods can still mean up to 5 g of sugars per 100 g, compared with a maximum of 0.5 g per 100 g for ‘sugar-free’. So if you’re specifically looking for a sugar-free product, don’t choose based on the words ‘low sugar’ alone.
Not necessarily: sugars can also come from the ingredients themselves. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre distinguishes added sugars from other sugars, so if you’re looking for a sugar-free option, check the total ‘of which sugars’ figure per 100 g.
No. Albert Heijn lists 39 g of sugars per 100 g for AH Taai taai, Jumbo lists 38.6 g for Sint Taai Taai Figuurtjes, and PLUS lists 38.594 g for the variety mentioned. These are separate products; always check the label on any other pack you buy.
Follow the storage instructions on the pack you’ve bought. Albert Heijn advises storing AH Taai taai in a cool, dry place and putting it in a sealed tin after opening; Jumbo advises storing the variety mentioned in a cool, dry place.
