Hosting a small coffee gathering
Wants to serve chocolate-covered stroopwafels with coffee without any preparation, and is mainly interested in the number in the pack, the packaging and how easy the wafers are to hand out.
Who are these options suitable for?
Host who checks food labels
Considers the ingredients and allergens that matter to their guests. The Daelmans and Albert Heijn varieties described contain, among other things, milk, wheat or gluten and soya; always check the exact packaging.
Organiser who wants to decorate their own
Wants to dip plain stroopwafels in chocolate to choose the type of chocolate and finish. Jumbo describes this method, but you’ll need time to prepare them and space for the chocolate to set.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide which type of chocolate you want to serve and whether the wafers need to be ready to put straight on the table. Then check the number in the pack, the label and the current availability of your chosen variety.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Type of chocolate and coating | Check whether it’s milk or white chocolate, what percentage is stated and how the chocolate has been applied. | If you’re expecting a particular chocolate flavour, don’t rely on the picture alone. For around 25% of consumers, the type of chocolate is the top priority when choosing. |
| Serving and sharing | Check the number in the pack, portion information and whether the packaging is suitable for putting straight on the table. | When I have guests, I want to know whether it’ll be easy to offer everyone a wafer. Around 25% of consumers put serving and sharing first. |
| Allergens and nutritional information | Read the ingredients, allergen information and nutritional details on the exact packaging. | If guests need to avoid certain ingredients, I want to check the label before serving anything. Around 31% of consumers put this check at the top of their list. |
| Availability and convenience | Check the current product status for your store or delivery postcode and decide whether you have time to dip your own. | If you’re shopping shortly before your coffee gathering, you’ll want an available option that needs little preparation. This is the main consideration for around 19% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming all chocolate-covered stroopwafels are the same
Albert Heijn lists the Daelmans 4-pack described here as containing 29% milk chocolate, one AH variety as containing 19% milk chocolate and another AH variety as containing 26% white chocolate. These are different products; the percentage alone won’t tell you which flavour your guests will enjoy.
Check the type of chocolate in the product name and ingredients list, and see whether the coating is on one side or all the way around.
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Assuming an old product listing means it’s in stock
The AH varieties described are listed as discontinued. The Jumbo product page for milk chocolate-covered stroopwafels says the product is no longer available online.
Check the status for your store or delivery postcode shortly before buying. If you want to choose another variety, compare the packaging and label again.
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Checking only the flavour name when it comes to allergies
The chocolate-covered stroopwafels described contain, among other things, milk, wheat or gluten and soya; some varieties also carry a warning about the possible presence of nuts or peanuts. Under European rules for prepacked foods, allergens must be highlighted in the ingredients list.
Check the allergen information on the packaging of the exact variety before serving the wafers, even if you’ve bought a product with the same name before.
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Thinking that dipping your own requires no preparation
Jumbo describes a method that involves dipping stroopwafels partly in melted chocolate, then leaving the chocolate to set in the fridge or freezer for around 15 minutes.
Choose this option if you have time to dip the wafers and let them cool before your coffee gathering. Also check the labels on the plain wafers, chocolate and any decorations.
As well as stroopwafels, you’ll need chocolate and, depending on how you finish them, decorations and baking paper. Make sure you also have space in the fridge.
Brands to consider
Daelmans
Albert Heijn describes a 163 g Daelmans 4-pack made with 29% Belgian milk chocolate as an option to enjoy with coffee or tea.
- Four in a pack makes it easy to see how many treats you’ll have for a small gathering.
- The variety described contains milk, wheat or gluten and soya, and carries a warning about the possible presence of nuts. Check the current label.
Albert Heijn
The AH stroopwafels described include examples made with milk chocolate and white chocolate, in packaging designed for serving.
- The product pages list 19% milk chocolate and 26% white chocolate respectively, along with nutritional and portion information.
- Both varieties described are listed as discontinued. Use their details only as a comparison when looking at a current variety.
Jumbo
Jumbo provides product information for chocolate-covered stroopwafels and also explains how to dip plain stroopwafels partly in chocolate yourself.
- The method described gives you the freedom to choose your own chocolate and decorations.
- One milk chocolate variety described is no longer available online; dipping your own takes preparation and fridge space.
ALDI
ALDI includes chocolate stroopwafels in its biscuit range.
- A place to look for a chocolate variety.
- Check which variety is available in store and read the packaging for ingredients and allergens.
PLUS
PLUS’s online stroopwafel category features Daelmans chocolate snack packs and chocolate mini wafers.
- Offers two types of packaging to consider for a coffee gathering.
- Check the product listing and packaging for the exact variety, ingredients and availability at your store.
Chocolate-covered stroopwafels on Joybuy
This ready-made option contains four stroopwafels with milk chocolate. Before buying, check the product listing and packaging if the number in the pack, ingredients or allergens are important to your guests.
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Kanjers stroopwafels with milk chocolate and caramel, 4 pieces
A ready-made option for serving four stroopwafels at a small coffee gathering.
Check the allergen information on the exact packaging, especially if nuts are a concern for any of your guests.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to check for allergens when serving chocolate-covered stroopwafels with coffee?
Yes. Check the packaging of the exact variety before serving. The products described contain, among other things, milk, wheat or gluten and soya; some also warn of the possible presence of nuts or peanuts. Under European labelling rules, allergen information must be highlighted in the ingredients list.
How should I store chocolate-covered stroopwafels until my coffee gathering?
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging of your chosen variety. The Daelmans, Albert Heijn and Jumbo product pages described recommend storing them in a cool, dry, dark place; Albert Heijn advises keeping its varieties in a sealed tin after opening.
Can I decorate plain stroopwafels with chocolate myself?
Yes, if you have the time and fridge space. Jumbo explains how to dip stroopwafels partly in melted chocolate, let the excess drip off and leave the chocolate to set in the fridge or freezer for around 15 minutes. Check the allergens in both the wafers and your chosen chocolate and decorations.
What if a chocolate-covered stroopwafel is listed online but is no longer available?
Check the current status for your store or delivery postcode before relying on that variety. The AH varieties described are listed as discontinued, and one Jumbo variety described is no longer available online. If you choose an alternative, compare the type of chocolate, packaging and label again.