About Hellema
Hellema is a historic Dutch family bakery that has been crafting cookies for over 160 years. Founded in 1861 when 22-year-old Andele Hellema opened a confectionery bakery in Hallum, Noord-Friesland, the company has grown from a village bakery into an international operation whilst remaining family-owned to this day under brothers Gerrit and Hille Hellema. The brand is best known for authentic Dutch Spiced Cookies, or Speculaas—traditional windmill-shaped treats made with fresh cinnamon, ginger, cloves, cardamom and nutmeg, baked to crunchy perfection. Originally prepared for St. Nicholas' feast in the Netherlands, these iconic Dutch cookies are now enjoyed year-round and exported worldwide, with the UK being one of their earliest international markets for macaroons after the war. Beyond speculaas, Hellema produces a diverse range including multigrain breakfast biscuits with yoghurt, honey or jam layers, soft-baked breakfast bars with fruit or chocolate, fruit biscuits, and Speculoos Topping syrup for pancakes, ice cream and lattes. The company motto "Baking with love" has guided 160 years of committed craftsmanship. Grocefully helps UK shoppers compare Hellema Dutch biscuit prices across supermarkets. Whether craving traditional speculaas windmill cookies or exploring their modern breakfast range, find the best prices on these authentic Dutch treats and bring a taste of the Netherlands to your home.
