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Crisp caramelized spiced biscuit
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 piece (medium) of Spiced speculoos biscuits (16 g) has 77 calories. That works out to 484 calories per 100 g. It contains 11.5 g of carbs, 0.9 g of protein, 3.1 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of B1 covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 70 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Selected: 2 piece (medium) · 16 g
77
KCAL / 16G
Carbs
11.5g
· 4% DV
Protein
0.9g
· 2% DV
Fat
3.1g
· 4% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 59% · Protein 5% · Fat 36%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 77 kcal | |
| Total fat | 3.1 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 1.14 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.02 g | |
| Sodium | 62 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 11.5 g | 4% |
| Fiber | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 piece (medium) | 16 g | 77 kcal |
| 1 piece (thin) | 8 g | 39 kcal |
| 3 piece (large) | 24 g | 116 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 30 g | 145 kcal |
| 4 piece (double) | 32 g | 155 kcal |
| 6 piece (triple) | 48 g | 232 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 484 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 150 g | 726 kcal |
Calculated from 484 calories per 100 g.
Spiced speculoos biscuits are thin, crisp biscuits with a caramelized flavor and a warming spice profile. They are associated with Belgium and the Netherlands, though related traditional versions are also found in neighboring countries.
They are similar, but they are not necessarily the same product. Biscoff is Lotus’s branded caramelized biscuit, while spiced speculoos biscuits are made by many brands and recipes with varying spice blends.
Spiced speculoos biscuits commonly contain cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, ginger, or cardamom, but recipes vary. Cinnamon is often prominent, while the exact blend gives each maker’s biscuits a distinct aroma.
The names are closely related and are sometimes used interchangeably, but regional traditions differ. Speculaas is commonly associated with Dutch spiced biscuits, while speculoos often refers to a Belgian-style caramelized biscuit with its own recipe variations.
Spiced speculoos biscuits are rooted in the baking traditions of Belgium and the Netherlands. Their precise origin is difficult to assign to one country because neighboring regions have long made closely related spiced biscuits.
Spiced speculoos biscuits are linked with St Nicholas Day because they became part of seasonal celebrations in Belgium and the Netherlands. Traditionally, biscuits could be stamped into figures of St Nicholas and shared as festive treats.
Spiced speculoos biscuits are often crushed for cheesecake bases, pie crusts, and dessert toppings. Their caramelized flavor also works well layered into trifles or stirred into creams, so they can add both crunch and spice.
Spiced speculoos biscuits are usually thin and crisp, while gingerbread can be soft, chewy, or cake-like. Their spice blends overlap, but gingerbread often emphasizes ginger, whereas speculoos commonly has a broader warm-spice and caramelized flavor.
Store spiced speculoos biscuits in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Exposure to humidity softens their crisp texture, so seal the packet after opening and avoid leaving the biscuits uncovered.
Yes, you can make spiced speculoos biscuits at home with flour, butter, sugar, and a warm spice blend. Chilling the dough makes it easier to roll and cut, and baking it thin helps create the characteristic crisp texture.
Vitamins
B1
0.06mg · 5% DV
Vitamin E
0.42mg · 3% DV
B3
0.43mg · 3% DV
Folate
7.68µg · 2% DV
Minerals
Selenium
2.4µg · 4% DV
Manganese
0.1mg · 4% DV
Copper
0.03mg · 3% DV
Sodium
62mg · 3% DV
Potassium ⭐
27mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Spiced speculoos biscuits are thin, crisp biscuits made with flour, sugar and fat, flavoured with warming spices such as cinnamon and clove. They are associated with Belgium, the Netherlands and parts of Germany, where they are especially popular in the winter and around Christmas; traditional versions may be pressed into patterned moulds.
Their caramel-like sweetness and crunchy bite make them a familiar companion to coffee or tea, whether served with an afternoon drink or offered after a meal. They are mainly a source of carbohydrates and fat, so a couple of biscuits can be a satisfying small treat. Crumble them over plain yoghurt or fruit for extra crunch, or pair with unsweetened coffee to balance the sweetness.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.14g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.85g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.91g
Omega 6:3 ratio 86:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (86:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.