Who is sharing?

Office or household hosts

If several people will take biscuits at elevenses, start by estimating how many you need. ASDA suggests 34 servings for its 400g pack; a stated serving may not match what each guest takes.

Shoppers choosing between pack sizes

A 400g pack gives a group more biscuits to share than a 200g pack, while the smaller pack may suit a shorter guest list. Check the weight and any stated serving count rather than relying on the pack's appearance.

Hosts checking allergens

Check each packet before putting biscuits out for guests. The ASDA listing identifies wheat and milk and warns of possible rye, barley, oats and sesame; other recipes and cautions differ by product.

What should you check?

Work out how many people will share the biscuits, then compare pack details and check ingredients before serving.

Priority What to check Your needs
Enough to share Check pack weight and stated servings. ASDA suggests 34 servings for 400g; Sainsbury's lists about 16 for 200g. I'm serving several people and want to allow for guests taking more than one biscuit.
Allergens Read the exact packet's ingredients and allergen statement. ASDA lists wheat and milk and warns of possible rye, barley, oats and sesame; Sainsbury's says its pack is not suitable for customers with a barley allergy. Someone sharing the biscuits has an allergy, so I need to check the particular product before serving it.
Nutrition labels Compare figures on the same basis, such as per biscuit or per 100g. Tesco lists 1.5g saturates and 3.4g sugars per biscuit for its 400g custard creams. I want to understand what a serving contains, rather than judging it by the size of the sharing pack.
Filling style Check the product description and pack size together. M&S describes vanilla cream and custard powder in its 165g Extra Cream pack. For a small group, a particular filling style matters more to me than having a large pack.
Availability Confirm the product can be ordered for your store or delivery area before planning around it. Tesco marked its Crawford's 300g listing out of stock when checked. I need biscuits for a particular elevenses gathering and want an obtainable alternative in mind.

Common buying mistakes

  • Assuming a small pack will serve the whole group

    Pack sizes differ substantially: ASDA suggests 34 servings for 400g, while Sainsbury's lists about 16 for 200g.

    Count the people attending and allow for how many biscuits they may take. If you prefer smaller packs, decide how many to buy before the gathering.

  • Treating custard-cream recipes as interchangeable

    Allergen details vary. ASDA lists wheat and milk with several possible cross-contact allergens, while Sainsbury's specifically cautions customers with a barley allergy.

    Read the ingredients and allergen statement on each packet received before offering it to someone with an allergy.

  • Planning around a listing without checking availability

    Tesco marked its Crawford's 300g custard creams out of stock when checked, so a product page alone is not enough for a time-sensitive gathering.

    Check availability for your selected store or delivery area and keep another suitable pack in mind.

Brand and pack references

These retailer listings illustrate different pack sizes and ingredients; they do not imply that every product is available from Joybuy.

Tesco

Tesco lists a 400g own-label custard-cream pack for a larger sharing occasion.

  • The listed pack weighs 400g.
  • Its ingredients include wheat and milk; check the packet for the full allergen statement.

ASDA

ASDA lists a 400g custard-cream pack and suggests 34 servings.

  • The stated serving count helps with group planning.
  • The listing identifies wheat and milk and warns of possible rye, barley, oats and sesame.

McVitie's

Morrisons lists McVitie's Tasties Custard Creams in a 300g pack.

  • The 300g size offers a mid-size pack for shoppers seeking this named product.
  • The listing identifies milk and wheat and says it may contain sesame.

Crawford's

Tesco lists Crawford's Custard Creams as a 300g pack.

  • The listing identifies the pack as suitable for vegetarians.
  • Tesco marked it out of stock when checked; its ingredients include wheat and milk.

Sainsbury's

Sainsbury's lists a 200g own-label pack with approximately 16 servings.

  • The stated serving count helps when planning for a smaller group.
  • Sainsbury's says the product is not suitable for customers with a barley allergy due to manufacturing methods.

M&S

M&S describes its 165g Extra Cream Custard Creams as containing vanilla cream and custard powder.

  • The smaller pack offers the stated filling style for a small gathering.
  • The listed ingredients include wheat, milk and soya.

Joybuy product options

This Joybuy option is a small gluten-free custard-cream pack to consider when planning biscuits for elevenses, rather than a large pack for a group.

Schar Gluten Free Custard Creams 125g pack

Schar Gluten Free Custard Creams 125g

This 125g pack is a smaller option for elevenses rather than a group sharing pack. Joybuy describes it as formulated to be gluten-free and lactose-free; check the delivered packet's full ingredients and allergen statement for the person you are serving.

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Questions about elevenses packs

What size custard-cream pack should I choose for a group?

A 400g pack is a starting point for a larger group: ASDA suggests 34 servings for its 400g pack, compared with approximately 16 for Sainsbury's 200g pack. Allow for the number of biscuits your guests may actually take.

Can I serve standard custard creams to someone avoiding gluten or milk?

Do not assume they are suitable. The ASDA listing identifies wheat and milk, and the other packs have their own ingredient and allergen information. Joybuy describes its Schar 125g custard creams as formulated to be gluten-free and lactose-free, but you should still check the delivered packet's full label against the person's requirements.

Should I check the packet if I have read the online listing?

Yes. Check the ingredients and allergen statement on the exact packet received before serving it, particularly if a guest has an allergy; do not rely on the name or appearance of a similar pack.

Is a 165g Extra Cream pack a substitute for a 400g sharing pack?

Not if you need the same quantity. M&S lists its Extra Cream Custard Creams at 165g, while the Tesco and ASDA packs discussed here weigh 400g. Choose the smaller pack for its stated filling style or a smaller gathering, and plan the quantity separately.