If sugar-free is an absolute requirement, don’t choose the regular spritz biscuits discussed here: according to Albert Heijn, AH Spritsen and Verkade Nobo Sprits Naturel contain 28 g and 24 g of sugars per 100 g respectively. Under EU Regulation 1924/2006, a product can only be labelled sugar-free if it contains no more than 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g. Céréal Speculoos Stukjes Amandel, listed by Jumbo, contains 0.4 g per 100 g, but it isn’t a spritz biscuit. Before handing out any biscuits, check the allergens on the packaging you’ve chosen.
You’re looking for a biscuit that meets the requirements for a sugar-free claim, not simply a product with no added sugars. Check the sugars per 100 g: the regular spritz biscuits discussed here don’t meet that requirement.
You’re handing out biscuits to several children and need to know which ingredients and allergens matter to them. Both the spritz biscuits discussed here and the sugar-free biscuit alternative contain allergens, so check with the parents before choosing.
If sugar-free isn’t an absolute requirement, you can focus on the portion size and ingredients. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists a small biscuit as one possible option when handing out biscuits as a treat.
First decide whether the biscuit needs to meet the requirements for a sugar-free claim, or whether you’d rather hand out a familiar spritz biscuit. Then check the allergens and portion size for the children who’ll be there.
When to choose it: If sugar-free is your priority, Jumbo lists Céréal Speculoos Stukjes Amandel as containing 0.4 g of sugars per 100 g.
What to consider: This is a speculoos-flavoured biscuit, not a spritz. Its ingredients include maltitols; the product information lists almonds, eggs, milk, soya and wheat among its allergens.
When to choose it: If the spritz shape matters more than choosing a sugar-free product, you could consider a small portion of regular spritz biscuits.
What to consider: Albert Heijn lists 28 g of sugars per 100 g for AH Spritsen and 24 g per 100 g for Verkade Nobo Sprits Naturel. Neither is sugar-free; both contain wheat and milk.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Sugar-free | Check the ‘of which sugars’ figure per 100 g. Under EU Regulation 1924/2006, a product can only be labelled sugar-free if it contains no more than 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g. | If sugar-free is an absolute requirement for me, I don’t want to accidentally choose a regular spritz; this check is the top priority for around 42% of consumers. |
| Allergens | Check the allergens and warnings on the current packaging, and make sure they’re suitable for the guests. | When I’m handing out biscuits to several children, I want to know whether they’re suitable for their allergies; for around 33% of consumers, this is the top priority. |
| Shape and portion size | Decide whether it really needs to be a spritz and how many biscuits you want to hand out. If you’re considering alternatives, check for any instructions or warnings about use. | I’m mainly looking for a small, familiar party biscuit and care more about the spritz shape than choosing a sugar-free product; this is the top priority for around 25% of consumers. |
A biscuit’s size has no bearing on whether it meets the requirements for a sugar-free claim. According to Albert Heijn, AH Spritsen and Verkade Nobo Sprits Naturel contain 28 g and 24 g of sugars per 100 g respectively.
If you need a strictly sugar-free option, check the sugars per 100 g on the packaging.
A biscuit with no added sugars can still contain sugars. So that wording doesn’t replace the nutritional requirement for a sugar-free claim.
As well as checking the product name, look at the ‘of which sugars’ figure in the nutritional information.
The Céréal biscuit listed by Jumbo contains almonds, eggs, milk, soya and wheat, among other ingredients. The regular spritz biscuits discussed here also contain wheat and milk; for Verkade Nobo, Albert Heijn also lists possible traces of nuts and sesame.
Ask about any relevant allergies in advance, check the current packaging and, if necessary, provide a separate treat.
Sugar-free describes the sugar content, not how many biscuits are appropriate to hand out. Albert Heijn warns that excessive consumption of Céréal Sesam vanille koekjes may have a laxative effect; don’t assume this warning applies to another variety without checking its label.
Read the warnings on the packaging you’ve chosen and decide on a portion size for each child in advance.
Verkade Nobo Sprits Naturel is worth considering if you’re looking for a regular spritz and sugar-free isn’t a requirement.
AH Spritsen is a regular butter spritz that you can compare with a sugar-free biscuit alternative.
Céréal Speculoos Stukjes Amandel is a biscuit alternative for when meeting the sugar-free requirement matters more than choosing a spritz.
No, a biscuit with no added sugars can still contain sugars. Under EU Regulation 1924/2006, a product can only be labelled sugar-free if it contains no more than 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g, so check the nutritional information for the specific product.
Check the current packaging for any allergens that are relevant to your guests. For Céréal Speculoos Stukjes Amandel, Jumbo lists almonds, barley, eggs, milk, nuts, soya and wheat, among other allergens. For the AH and Verkade spritz biscuits discussed here, Albert Heijn lists wheat and milk, as well as possible traces of nuts and sesame in Verkade Nobo.
No, the sugar-free label doesn’t tell you what portion size is suitable for a party. Check the packaging for any warnings too: for Céréal Sesam vanille koekjes, Albert Heijn warns that excessive consumption may have a laxative effect.
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging of the biscuits you’ve chosen. Albert Heijn recommends storing AH Spritsen in a dry place at room temperature. For Verkade Nobo Sprits Naturel, it recommends a cool, dry place and keeping the pack sealed after opening.
