If you want a biscuit labelled ‘sugar-free’ for your advent calendar, the products compared here show that you’ll need to choose a different type of biscuit rather than a spritz. According to their product information, Verkade Nobo Sprits Original and AH Spritsen contain 24.2 g and 28 g of sugars per 100 g respectively. So choose regular spritz biscuits only if a traditional treat is your priority. For alternatives, check the ingredients, allergens and sweeteners used.
You want to be able to check the sugar content of a biscuit for your advent calendar, and you don’t mind if it isn’t a classic spritz. To compare options, check the nutritional information per 100 g for the exact product variant.
What matters most to you is having a recognisable spritz biscuit in your advent calendar. The regular spritz biscuits from Verkade and Albert Heijn in this comparison contain sugars, so bear that in mind when making your choice.
You check the allergens and sweeteners in each product variant before wrapping biscuits for someone else. According to the Voedingscentrum, large quantities of polyols such as maltitol can cause intestinal discomfort.
First decide whether the biscuit has to be a spritz, or whether the sugar claim matters more. Then compare the nutritional information and ingredients of the product variant you want to buy.
A good fit if: having a recognisable spritz in your advent calendar matters more than choosing a sugar-free biscuit.
Trade-off: Verkade lists 24.2 g of sugars per 100 g for Nobo Sprits Original; Albert Heijn lists 28 g per 100 g for AH Spritsen.
A good fit if: you’re happy to choose a different type of biscuit to get a product with this claim for your advent calendar.
Trade-off: Jumbo lists 0 g of sugars per 100 g for Céréal Kokos and 0.4 g per 100 g for Céréal Speculoos met Amandel. Neither is a spritz biscuit, and both contain maltitols.
A good fit if: you want to avoid added sugars but aren’t specifically looking for a product labelled ‘sugar-free’.
Trade-off: Verkade San Francisco Zero is a biscuit, not a spritz, and lists 1.7 g of sugars per 100 g.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who should pay particular attention? |
|---|---|---|
| Sugar content | Compare the ‘of which sugars’ figure per 100 g and check whether the chosen product is labelled ‘sugar-free’ or ‘no added sugars’. | If I’m mainly keeping an eye on sugars, I want to be able to compare the content, even if that means choosing a different type of biscuit. Around 42% of consumers say this is their main priority. |
| A spritz as a treat | Check the type of biscuit and the portion size. If you’re filling the calendar in advance, check the storage instructions too. | I want a recognisable spritz in my advent calendar, even if it contains sugars. For around 33% of consumers, that traditional treat is the most important factor. |
| Ingredients | Read the allergen information for the exact product variant and check the packaging for warnings about polyols. | When I’m wrapping biscuits for someone else, I want to know which ingredients and potential traces they contain. This is the main consideration for around 25% of consumers. |
According to Verkade, San Francisco Zero is a biscuit containing 1.7 g of sugars per 100 g. So the name doesn’t mean you’re buying a spritz or that the nutrition table will show 0 g of sugars.
Check both the product type and the ‘of which sugars’ figure per 100 g.
Low-sugar alternatives may contain polyols. According to the Voedingscentrum, large quantities can cause intestinal discomfort. PLUS warns that Céréal Kokos may have a laxative effect if consumed in excess.
Check the ingredients and warnings, especially if you plan to offer several biscuits in one day.
According to Jumbo, Céréal Speculoos met Amandel contains almonds, barley, egg, milk, soya and wheat, among other ingredients. Céréal Kokos has different ingredients and potential traces listed.
Check the current packaging for the exact product variant you’re putting in the advent calendar.
When dividing biscuits between advent calendar compartments, you may remove them from their original resealable packaging. Albert Heijn recommends storing AH Spritsen in a dry place and keeping the pack tightly closed after opening.
Follow the storage instructions for your chosen product and use suitable resealable packaging if you’re dividing up the biscuits in advance.
Useful for comparing a classic spritz with a biscuit that has no added sugars.
A useful option if you’d prefer a biscuit labelled ‘sugar-free’ to a classic spritz.
Useful for comparing a regular spritz with a different type of biscuit.
No, the two claims don’t mean the same thing. Check the claim on the packaging of your chosen biscuit, as well as the ‘of which sugars’ figure in the nutrition table. Verkade lists 1.7 g of sugars per 100 g for San Francisco Zero, while Jumbo lists 0 g per 100 g for Céréal Kokos.
Not if every biscuit needs to meet your sugar-free requirement. Verkade lists 24.2 g of sugars per 100 g for Nobo Sprits Original, while Albert Heijn lists 28 g per 100 g for AH Spritsen. Choose regular spritz biscuits only if that traditional treat matters more to you than meeting this criterion.
The warning applies to excessive consumption of products containing polyols. The Voedingscentrum says that large quantities of polyols can cause intestinal discomfort. PLUS warns that Céréal Kokos may have a laxative effect if consumed in excess. Read the warning on the packaging of the product variant you choose.
Check the ingredients, allergens, best-before date and storage instructions on the original packaging. Albert Heijn recommends storing AH Spritsen in a dry place and keeping the pack tightly closed after opening; PLUS recommends storing Céréal Kokos in a dry place at room temperature.
