Which approach is right for you?

If you want to serve a Christmas treat in a hurry

You want to put chocolate stroopwafels on a plate or serve them with coffee without first melting chocolate and waiting for the coating to set. Ready-made versions are ideal for this.

If you want to decorate them yourself

You want to choose the shape, chocolate and decorations yourself. PLUS’s recipe for stroopwafel hearts shows you how to cut shapes from plain stroopwafels and dip them in chocolate, but you’ll need extra time to prepare them.

If you need to take allergens into account

You’re serving people who need to know what’s in their food. Check the ingredients of the exact waffles and, if you’re dipping them yourself, the chocolate and any toppings too. The varieties reviewed don’t all list the same allergens.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether serving them straight away or adding your own finishing touches matters more. Then choose a size and check the ingredients of the products you’ll be using.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Ready to serve Choose a chocolate-coated variety and check the size and packaging. If I don’t have much time to prepare a Christmas treat, I don’t want to have to melt and dip the chocolate, then wait for it to set. For around 36% of consumers, being able to serve them straight away would be the main priority.
Decorate them yourself Choose plain stroopwafels as a base and decide in advance which chocolate and finish you’d like to use. I want to choose the shape and chocolate coating for my Christmas decorations, even if it takes more work. Around 29% of consumers would put that freedom first.
Size and sharing Compare the number of waffles, net weight and type of packaging with how you plan to serve them. If I want to serve bite-sized treats on a plate or hand them out individually, the packaging will help determine my choice. For around 21% of consumers, size and how they’re shared would matter most.
Ingredients and allergens Read the label on the exact waffles and, if you’re dipping them yourself, check the chocolate and toppings too. If I’m baking for someone with a food allergy, I need to know what’s in every product I use. For around 14% of consumers, checking the ingredients would be the main priority.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming an old product page means you can still buy the product

    The chocolate stroopwafels reviewed from Albert Heijn and Jumbo are listed on their product pages as discontinued or no longer available online.

    Use these pages to compare varieties, but check the current range before planning your Christmas treat around a particular product.

  • Assuming every variety contains the same allergens

    The Daelmans Mini’s reviewed list wheat/gluten, milk and soya, and may contain nuts. The Jumbo chocolate and caramel variety reviewed also lists egg.

    Check the label on the exact flavour and pack just before use. Don’t rely on the ingredients list for another brand or variety.

  • Dipping them yourself without allowing time for the chocolate to set

    If you dip stroopwafels yourself, you’ll need to melt the chocolate, coat the waffles and let the chocolate set before serving.

    Choose a ready-made option if you want to serve them straight away. If you’d like to decorate them yourself, make sure you have space to leave the waffles until the chocolate has set.

    You’ll also need chocolate and, if you want to use them, toppings.

Relevant brands and retailers

These brands and retailers show different ways to make a Christmas treat with stroopwafels. The product details below apply to the varieties mentioned, not to the entire range.

Daelmans

PLUS product pages list Daelmans chocolate stroopwafels in Mini and Snackpack versions.

  • The 157 g Mini’s and 163 g Snackpack each list 29% milk chocolate.
  • Both varieties reviewed list wheat/gluten, milk and soya, and may contain nuts. Check the label on the pack you choose.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn’s product pages show how a milk chocolate variety differs from a white chocolate one.

  • The varieties reviewed list 19% milk chocolate and 26% white chocolate respectively.
  • Both product pages mark these varieties as discontinued. Check the current range if you’re looking for a similar waffle.

Jumbo

Jumbo provides product information for milk chocolate stroopwafels and a milk chocolate and caramel variety.

  • The caramel variety reviewed lists 13% milk chocolate and 5% salted caramel pieces.
  • The chocolate varieties reviewed are listed as no longer available online. Always check the ingredients list for the specific product, even when choosing a similar one.

Lidl

Lidl’s Sondey mini butter stroopwafels can be used as a plain base if you want to add chocolate yourself.

  • The pack reviewed is 316 g and describes stroopwafels made with butter and caramel.
  • If you’re looking for ready-made chocolate stroopwafels, don’t assume the details for these plain waffles apply. Check the exact product instead.

ALDI

ALDI’s biscuit range includes BISCOTTO Mini stroopwafels, which could be used as a base for dipping at home.

  • The range reviewed lists a 300 g pack.
  • This listing doesn’t describe a chocolate-coated variety. Check the packaging of the waffles and the chocolate you add.

PLUS

PLUS is a retailer and recipe source here, not a stroopwafel brand in its own right. Its range includes both ready-made Daelmans varieties and an option for dipping your own.

  • The recipe for stroopwafel hearts uses cut-out stroopwafels dipped in melted chocolate.
  • When you buy them, check the information on the packaging of your chosen waffles, chocolate and any decorations.

Plain stroopwafels for dipping at home

These Joybuy products are plain stroopwafels for anyone who wants to add their own chocolate and decorations when making Christmas treats. They aren’t ready-made chocolate stroopwafels, so allow for the ingredients and the time needed to dip them and let the chocolate set.

Kanjers Extra Delicious Stroopwafels, 10 pieces

Kanjers Extra Delicious Stroopwafels, 10 pieces

A base for Christmas treats where you want to choose the chocolate finish yourself. The pack contains 10 plain stroopwafels. Add your own chocolate for a coating, and check the ingredients of everything you use.

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Kanjers Original Stroopwafels, 8 pieces

Kanjers Original Stroopwafels, 8 pieces

A good base if you want to dip or decorate the waffles yourself for a Christmas treat. The pack contains 8 plain stroopwafels. Allow time to melt the chocolate and let it set, and check the ingredients of both the waffles and the coating.

View at Joybuy

Frequently asked questions

Are chocolate stroopwafels suitable for someone with a milk, gluten or soya allergy?

Don’t assume they are without checking. The Daelmans Mini’s reviewed list wheat/gluten, milk and soya, and may contain nuts; one Jumbo variety reviewed also lists egg. Read the label on the exact pack you’re going to serve.

Can I dip plain stroopwafels in chocolate myself?

Yes. This lets you choose the shape and chocolate finish yourself. PLUS’s recipe for stroopwafel hearts uses stroopwafels cut into shapes and dipped in melted chocolate. Leave the coating to set, and check the ingredients of the waffles, chocolate and any toppings.

How should I store chocolate stroopwafels until serving?

Follow the storage instructions on the pack you’ve chosen. The Daelmans chocolate varieties reviewed say to store in a cool, dry, dark place. Also check the best-before date and any instructions for after opening.

What should I consider when providing allergen information professionally?

When providing food professionally, you must follow the applicable rules on allergen information. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority provides a checklist for this purpose; work out what information is needed for the products and the way you provide them. This is different from baking at home for your own use.