Who is this comparison for?

Home bakers looking to use less sugar

If you want to add pieces or crumbs of stroopwafel to breakfast or a bake, compare the sugars per 100 g. This lets you compare products of different sizes before deciding how much stroopwafel to use.

Shoppers specifically looking for sugar-free products

A lower-sugar stroopwafel does not automatically meet that requirement. Read the exact claim and nutritional information on the packaging. For example, Albert Heijn describes Céréal Stroopwafels suikerarm as a product containing sugars and sweetener.

Bakers who need to consider allergens or gluten-free options

First check whether the specific pack meets your requirements, then look at its sugar content. Alongside the gluten-free label, Jumbo lists egg and lupin as ingredients in its Lekker Vrij van Gluten Stroop Wafels.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether you want less sugar, a specifically sugar-free product or a gluten-free stroopwafel. Then compare the nutritional information per 100 g and work out how much you need for your recipe.

What to consider What to check before buying Who is this important for?
Less sugar Compare sugars per 100 g and check which stroopwafel a reduction claim is compared with. I want to use a stroopwafel with demonstrably less sugar as a topping, without assuming that the finished bake will be sugar-free. For around 36% of consumers, reducing sugar is the priority.
What the claim means Read the exact claim, the sugars value and the ingredients, including any sweeteners. If I’m specifically looking for a sugar-free product, I don’t want to mistake a lower-sugar claim for meeting that requirement. Around 29% of consumers prioritise checking the claim.
Allergens and gluten-free Check the allergens and any gluten-free label on the pack you’re buying. If my bake needs to be gluten-free, the stroopwafel I choose must meet that requirement first; I’ll assess its sugar content separately. For around 21% of consumers, allergens or gluten-free options are the main concern.
Amount used in the recipe Compare the nutritional values per 100 g, then decide how many grams of stroopwafel to use. I want to know how much stroopwafel will go into my recipe, so comparisons per biscuit or portion don’t mislead me. Planning for the recipe is the priority for around 14% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Reading ‘less sugar’ as ‘sugar-free’

    Albert Heijn still lists 23 g of sugars per 100 g for its Roomboter minder suiker stroopwafels. The Céréal version described by Albert Heijn also contains sugars and sweetener, according to the product description.

    Look for a claim that matches your requirements, and check the sugar content and ingredients on the packaging too.

  • Assuming gluten-free means lower in sugar

    Jumbo lists 42,4 g of sugars per 100 g for Lekker Vrij van Gluten Stroop Wafels. The gluten-free label therefore doesn’t tell you how much sugar the stroopwafel contains.

    Check the gluten-free status and sugar content as two separate requirements.

  • Comparing values per biscuit only

    Stroopwafels and stated portion sizes can vary in weight. That’s why the Voedingscentrum recommends comparing labels per 100 g.

    Then work out how many grams of stroopwafel you’ll actually add to the recipe.

  • Assuming a comparison product is available to buy

    Albert Heijn marks Céréal Stroopwafels suikerarm as no longer available in its range. So, despite its stated reduction claim, it may not be available for your baking recipe.

    If you find this exact version elsewhere, check the current packaging and nutritional information before using it in your calculations.

Brands to compare

Albert Heijn

AH Roomboter minder suiker stroopwafels are a useful comparison if you’re looking for a stroopwafel with less sugar.

  • Albert Heijn states that they contain 32% less sugar than AH Roomboter stroopwafels, and lists 23 g of sugars per 100 g.
  • The ingredients still include sources of sugar. Check the listed allergens too, including milk, wheat and soya.

Céréal

Céréal Stroopwafels suikerarm is useful for understanding the difference between reduced sugar and sugar-free.

  • Albert Heijn states that this version contains 65% less sugar than a regular stroopwafel.
  • The same product page describes the stroopwafels as containing sugars and sweetener, and marks them as no longer available in its range.

Jumbo

Jumbo Lekker Vrij van Gluten Stroop Wafels is an option to consider when gluten-free is your main requirement.

  • Jumbo displays a gluten-free label and the Crossed Grain symbol for this version.
  • Jumbo also lists 42,4 g of sugars per 100 g and names egg and lupin; check the full allergen information on the packaging.

Daelmans

Daelmans Stroopwafels Duo is a regular version to consider for its size and ingredients when choosing a product for a recipe.

  • PLUS describes this version as containing butter, cinnamon, vanilla and syrup filling.
  • PLUS lists 38 g of sugars per 100 g and allergens including wheat, soya and milk; this is not a confirmed lower-sugar version.

PLUS

PLUS Karamel stroopwafels are a regular product to compare with versions carrying a sugar-reduction claim.

  • PLUS lists 36 g of sugars per 100 g for this version, so you can compare its sugar content on a like-for-like basis.
  • Don’t treat these regular caramel stroopwafels as sugar-free or as a confirmed lower-sugar option.

Sondey (Lidl)

Sondey Roomboter stroopwafels are a regular version for anyone who wants to check the packaging in store.

  • Lidl Nederland describes them as containing butter and caramel, and lists a pack of 12, weighing 480 g.
  • Check the nutritional information and allergens on the packaging before comparing this version for sugar content or suitability for your recipe.

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Frequently asked questions

Does ‘less sugar’ mean sugar-free?

No. A claim about less sugar doesn’t mean that a stroopwafel is sugar-free. Albert Heijn lists 23 g of sugars per 100 g for AH Roomboter minder suiker stroopwafels. If you specifically need a sugar-free product, check the claim and nutritional information on the packaging itself.

Which stroopwafel can I compare if I want to use less sugar in my baking?

AH Roomboter minder suiker stroopwafels are a useful point of comparison: Albert Heijn states that they contain 32% less sugar than its regular butter stroopwafels. Compare the stated 23 g of sugars per 100 g with other versions, and check the current packaging before deciding how much to use in your recipe.

Is a gluten-free stroopwafel also low in sugar?

Not necessarily. Jumbo lists 42,4 g of sugars per 100 g for Lekker Vrij van Gluten Stroop Wafels. Assess the gluten-free label and sugar content separately if both matter for your baking recipe.

Should I compare stroopwafels by the biscuit or per 100 g?

Start by comparing the nutritional information per 100 g. The Voedingscentrum recommends this basis because portion sizes can vary. Then calculate the weight of the stroopwafel you’ll actually use.

How should I store an opened pack for baking later?

Follow the storage instructions on the specific pack. For AH Roomboter minder suiker stroopwafels, Albert Heijn advises storing them in a cool, dry place and keeping them in a sealed tin once opened. Instructions may vary for other versions.