For sharing caramel waffles at home
Whether you’re expecting visitors, planning a film night or putting a plate on the table, you’ll want to know how many waffles are in the pack. So compare the weight and, where stated, the number of waffles.
Which pack is right for you?
For handing out smaller portions
If you’re putting out smaller bites or want waffles to take with you, minis or individually wrapped portions may be more practical than opening one large bag.
For checking labels for your guests
If allergens, ingredients or nutritional values matter to your group, check the exact variety. The product category alone won’t tell you what’s in the pack.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, decide how you want to serve the caramel waffles. Then check that the pack size and label are right for the people you’re buying them for.
Large bag
Best for: several people helping themselves to standard caramel waffles at the same time.
Consider: a shared bag makes it harder to hand out individual portions.
Mini caramel waffles
Best for: a plate of smaller bites for guests.
Consider: you still decide how many minis to serve; their size alone doesn’t tell you anything about their nutritional value.
Individually wrapped portions
Best for: waffles you want to hand out individually or take with you.
Consider: check the total number of waffles if you’re catering for a group too.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Enough in the pack | Check the weight and number of waffles; examples of larger bags in Dutch supermarkets range from 400 g to 480 g. | If I’m putting a plate out for several people at home, I want to know whether one bag contains enough waffles. For around 42% of consumers, having enough in the pack would be the main priority. |
| Easy to hand out | Check the size of the waffles and whether they’re packed together or in individual portions. | For a plate of smaller bites or waffles to take on the go, I want to be able to divide the portions easily. For around 33% of consumers, convenience when serving would come first. |
| Label and nutritional information | Read the allergen information and compare nutritional values per 100 g and, where stated, per waffle. | If I’m taking allergies or the amount of sugar per portion into account, I want to be able to check the exact variety I’ve chosen. For around 25% of consumers, the label would be the top priority. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming all caramel waffles contain the same allergens
Ingredients and allergens vary by variety. For example, the Daelmans Duopack listed by PLUS contains wheat, soya and milk; this information doesn’t automatically apply to other Daelmans products.
Before serving, read the ingredients list and allergen information on the pack you’ve actually bought.
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Automatically assuming minis are a lighter choice
Smaller waffles don’t automatically have different nutritional values per 100 g. The number you serve also matters when you’re comparing portions.
Check the nutritional information for your chosen minis per 100 g and, if stated, per waffle.
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Treating online product information as the definitive label
Ingredients and nutritional information can change. This is especially important if you’re buying for someone with an allergy.
When you buy the product and before serving it, check the physical packaging of the exact variety.
Brands to compare
These brands offer different pack types and varieties. Choose based on the specific pack, not just the brand name.
Daelmans
PLUS lists a Daelmans Duopack containing 8 waffles; Albert Heijn also lists 200 g packs of Daelmans minis.
- The Duopack offers an option for individual snack occasions.
- The Duopack reviewed contains wheat, soya and milk. Check the allergens again for every other Daelmans variety.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn’s online range includes 390 g packs of AH Caramel Waffles, as well as butter and other varieties.
- You can compare a standard pack with varieties made using different ingredients.
- Check the label of your chosen variety for ingredients, allergens and nutritional values.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists 468 g packs of butter caramel waffles and 300 g packs of mini butter caramel waffles.
- The packs listed give you a choice between standard waffles and minis.
- Before choosing for a group, compare the number of waffles and the label on the exact pack.
PLUS
PLUS lists 480 g packs of caramel waffles, 400 g packs of Korenlanders butter caramel waffles and 300 g packs of mini caramel waffles.
- The range lets you compare standard and smaller sizes side by side.
- The allergens listed for the Korenlanders variety apply to that specific pack, not to all PLUS caramel waffles.
ALDI
ALDI Netherlands lists packs of 12 caramel waffles weighing 378 g, as well as Heerlijck Banket packs of 12 caramel waffles weighing 480 g.
- For these two packs, you can take both the weight and number of waffles into account when choosing.
- Check the packaging of the variety you’re buying for ingredients and allergens.
Caramel waffles for sharing
These Joybuy products have a stated number of waffles. Use this to decide whether the pack is right for your group, and check the packaging format if you want to hand out individual portions.
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Kanjers Extra Delicious Caramel Waffles, 10 pieces
An option for a sharing occasion where ten caramel waffles will be enough. Check the packaging format and label if individual portions or allergens are important to your group.
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Kanjers Original Caramel Waffles, 8 pieces
An option for a smaller sharing occasion where eight caramel waffles will be enough. Check the packaging if you want to hand out the waffles in pairs, and read the label of this variety if anyone has allergies.
Frequently asked questions
How large should a bag of caramel waffles be for sharing?
Choose an amount to suit your group and the number of other snacks you’re putting out. Jumbo, PLUS and ALDI Netherlands list larger packs weighing 400 g, 468 g and 480 g, among others. Check the number of waffles too, as the weight alone won’t tell you how many you can hand out.
When should I choose mini caramel waffles instead of standard waffles?
Minis are a good choice when you want to serve smaller bites on a plate. Jumbo and PLUS list 300 g packs of minis. To compare how much you’re serving, check the number of waffles and the nutritional information for the product you’ve chosen; their small size alone says nothing about their nutritional value.
Can I serve standard caramel waffles to someone with an allergy?
Only decide after reading the label on the exact pack. The Korenlanders butter caramel waffles listed by PLUS contain wheat and milk; the Daelmans Duopack listed contains wheat, soya and milk. Before handing out the waffles, check for any warnings about other allergens too.
How do I compare the sugar content of caramel waffles?
Compare the nutritional information for the varieties you’ve chosen per 100 g and, if stated, per waffle. The Voedingscentrum gives 14.7 g of sugar for one extra-large 40 g caramel waffle, but notes that nutritional values can vary by brand.
How should I store caramel waffles after serving?
Follow the storage instructions on the pack you’ve chosen and reseal it once opened. PLUS advises storing Korenlanders butter caramel waffles in a cool, dry place; for the Daelmans Duopack, PLUS also recommends storing them away from light.