A small group sharing coffee
If you want to serve one standard-sized waffle to everyone, check the number of waffles or portions. Jumbo lists 12 portions in its 468 g pack; ALDI lists 12 waffles in its 378 g pack.
Which pack is right for you?
If you want to serve them without plates
Mini caramel waffles are a good option for smaller bites. If you want to keep each guest’s waffle separate, check that your chosen variety is actually individually portioned; Kanjers describes one variety as packed in pairs.
A group with a dietary requirement or allergy
Choose based on the current label for the exact variety, rather than the product type alone. The Jumbo butter caramel waffles we looked at list ingredients including wheat, milk and soya. If you’re considering an alternative variety, check its ingredients and allergens again.
What should you look for when choosing?
Standard-sized waffles in a bag
Best when: you want to put out a shared supply for a small group and can check the number of waffles or portions in advance.
Bear in mind: any leftovers stay in the same pack once it’s opened. A large bag doesn’t mean the waffles are individually wrapped.
Mini caramel waffles
Best when: guests would prefer a small bite with their coffee rather than a full-sized waffle.
Bear in mind: mini waffles won’t necessarily sit neatly on the rim of a coffee cup.
Individually portioned packs
Best when: you want to give each guest their own waffle instead of sharing from an opened bag.
Bear in mind: check how many waffles are in each portion and whether the total is enough for your group.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
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| Enough waffles | Compare the number of waffles or portions with the number of coffee drinkers; don’t look at the weight alone. | If I want to serve everyone a standard-sized waffle, I need to know in advance how many are in the bag. Having enough for the group is the top priority for around 33% of consumers. |
| Easy to serve | Check whether you’re buying mini waffles, loose standard-sized waffles or genuinely individually portioned packs. | I want to be able to serve waffles easily without plates and keep any leftovers together. Around 20% of consumers say serving them is their top priority. |
| Quantity and leftovers | Compare the pack size with what the group is likely to eat, and check how you can reseal the pack once it’s open. | If not everyone has a waffle, I don’t want to be left with an awkwardly large open bag. The amount that will actually be used comes first for around 27% of consumers. |
| Dietary requirements and allergens | Read the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack; check any relevant dietary claim on that same variety. | If a guest has a dietary requirement or allergy, I need to know what I’m offering them. For around 20% of consumers, this is their main concern when buying. |
Common mistakes
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Judging by the bag’s weight alone
The weight doesn’t tell you how many standard-sized waffles you can serve. For example, Jumbo lists 12 portions in its 468 g pack, while ALDI lists 12 waffles in its 378 g pack.
When planning for a group, check the number of waffles or portions as well as the net weight.
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Assuming every caramel waffle suits every guest
Ingredients and allergens vary between varieties. So a large bag of standard-sized waffles won’t automatically be suitable for a guest with a specific requirement.
Before serving, read the current label on the exact pack you’ve bought and check any dietary information on it.
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Treating mini waffles and portions as the same thing
A small waffle isn’t necessarily individually wrapped. Equally, a pack containing pairs tells you nothing about the size of each waffle.
Choose mini waffles for smaller bites. If you want to give each guest a sealed portion, check the packaging separately.
Brands and ranges to consider
Daelmans
Daelmans products come in a range of pack formats. Check whether the variety you’re looking at contains standard-sized waffles, mini waffles or individually portioned packs.
- The different formats let you choose between sharing and smaller portions.
- Check the contents, ingredients and allergens on each pack.
Albert Heijn
The range includes own-brand caramel waffles in different sizes, including standard-sized and mini waffles.
- Albert Heijn lists, among other products, a 12-waffle pack of butter caramel waffles.
- Check the exact variety if its ingredients or allergens will affect your choice.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists 12 portions in its 468 g pack of butter caramel waffles. The range also includes mini waffles and a separate gluten-free variety.
- The stated number of portions makes it easier to plan for a small group.
- The butter waffle pack lists ingredients including wheat, milk and soya. Don’t confuse it with the separate gluten-free variety.
Lidl / Sondey
Lidl lists a 400 g Sondey salted caramel variety containing 10 waffles.
- Knowing the number of waffles makes it easier to plan how to share them with a group.
- Lidl marks this variety as available in store only. Check availability at the shop where you plan to buy it.
ALDI
ALDI lists a standard pack containing 12 caramel waffles and weighing 378 g, as well as a separate 300 g mini variety.
- The number of waffles is clearly stated for the standard pack.
- The mini variety has a different pack size and format, so check which one you’re actually buying.
PLUS / Korenlanders
PLUS lists Korenlanders butter caramel waffles in a 400 g bag.
- The stated net weight helps you compare pack sizes.
- Before buying for a group, check the number of waffles and the allergens on the pack you’ve chosen.
Caramel waffles for coffee on Joybuy
This pack of ten caramel waffles is a good choice if you want to serve them alongside coffee for a small group. Check the pack format if you want to give each guest an individual portion.
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Kanjers Extra Delicious caramel waffles, 10 waffles
This pack contains ten caramel waffles, making it a good option for coffee with a small group. Check the current label for ingredients and allergens before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How many caramel waffles do I need for a small group?
Start with the number of people who want a waffle and the stated number of waffles or portions in the pack. Jumbo lists 12 portions in its 468 g pack of butter caramel waffles; ALDI lists 12 waffles in its 378 g standard pack. Remember that some guests may want more than one.
Can I place a caramel waffle on a hot coffee cup?
You can, as long as the waffle sits securely on the rim of the cup. Van Oordt The Portion Company recommends warming Daelmans caramel waffles over a hot cup for about a minute. For mini waffles or other sizes, first check that they’re suitable for this way of serving.
What should I check if a guest has an allergy?
Before serving, read the ingredients and allergen information on the physical pack of the exact variety. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains that allergens must be clearly listed on the labels of pre-packed foods. Don’t rely on the name or packaging of a different variety.
Can I compare the nutritional values of different caramel waffles directly?
No. Use the nutritional information on the pack you’ve chosen when comparing varieties. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 189 kcal for an extra-large 40 g caramel waffle; that figure won’t necessarily apply to a smaller waffle or a product from another brand.