Who is the pack for?

Families sharing one pack

If several people eat the same cornflakes on Sunday, the net weight and number of portions matter more than the name on the pack. Albert Heijn, Jumbo, ALDI and Lidl list 500 g packs of cornflakes.

Shoppers comparing labels

If you’re choosing flakes for everyone at the table, you can compare the ingredients, sugars, fibre and allergens in each product. Plain cornflakes and flakes made from other grains are not the same product.

Households with a favourite brand

If you specifically want Kellogg's Corn Flakes, you can weigh up the 375 g pack against the contents of a 500 g own-brand pack. The smaller pack may be a better fit if you eat cornflakes less often.

What should you look for when choosing?

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Pack size and usage Compare the net weight and number of portions; also check whether the pack you want is available. If everyone at the table is sharing one pack, I want enough for breakfast without too much left over. Around 50% of consumers prioritise getting enough in the pack.
Ingredients and nutrition Compare the ingredients, sugars and fibre per 100 g for the specific flakes. If the ingredients and nutrition determine my choice, I want to see which grains are used and what nutritional values the product has. For around 30% of consumers, these factors matter most.
Allergens Read the ingredients list and allergen information on the current pack; don’t assume it’s suitable just because maize is the main ingredient. If a family member or guest needs to avoid certain ingredients, I want to know exactly what the flakes contain. Allergens are the first thing around 20% of consumers look for.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming ‘family size’ means a set pack size

    The label doesn’t tell you how many breakfasts your household will get from a pack. Albert Heijn and Jumbo list 500 g packs, for example, while Kellogg's Corn Flakes comes in a 375 g pack.

    Compare the net weight and portion size on the pack you’re considering with the number of people eating and how often you have cornflakes.

  • Comparing all flakes as if they were cornflakes

    Jumbo Special Flakes, at 350 g, are made with wholegrain wheat and rice and contain wheat and barley. They’re not plain cornflakes. Kellogg's Corn Flakes also lists malted barley extract in its ingredients.

    Read the ingredients and nutritional information for the exact variety. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergens must be clearly distinguished in the ingredients list.

  • Relying on the product title alone

    An ALDI product listing calls Golden Bridge Cornflakes 1 kg in the title, but the product information says 500 g. The availability of individual products can also change.

    Check the net weight on the pack and make sure your chosen variety is available before you shop.

Brands and product ranges compared

Kellogg's

Albert Heijn and Jumbo list Kellogg's Corn Flakes in a 375 g pack.

  • Kellogg's lists 8,0 g of sugars and 3,0 g of fibre per 100 g for these Corn Flakes.
  • The pack contains less than a 500 g own-brand pack, so check how many portions your household needs.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn’s product range lists 500 g packs of AH Cornflakes.

  • The pack size is easy to compare with smaller packs of cornflakes.
  • A separate listing for 500 g packs of AH BASIC Cornflakes was marked as no longer part of the range; check which variety is available.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists 500 g packs of plain Cornflakes as well as 350 g packs of Special Flakes.

  • The different ranges make it possible to compare pack sizes and ingredients.
  • Special Flakes contain wholegrain wheat and rice, so they’re not plain cornflakes. The individual product page for 500 g Jumbo Cornflakes said that the product was no longer available online.

Golden Bridge

ALDI lists Golden Bridge Cornflakes in a 500 g pack.

  • The listed net weight gives you a basis for comparing the pack with other sizes.
  • An ALDI product title says 1 kg, but the product information lists 500 g. So check the weight on the pack you buy.

Cornflakes on Joybuy

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Frequently asked questions

When is a 500 g pack a good fit for a shared breakfast?

A 500 g pack may be a good fit if several people eat the same cornflakes regularly, but the weight alone doesn’t tell you how many breakfasts it will provide. Compare the portions on the pack with the number of people eating, and consider whether you’ll use the rest of the pack.

How can I compare the sugars and fibre in different flakes?

Compare the values per 100 g and check which grains the product contains. Kellogg's lists 8,0 g of sugars and 3,0 g of fibre per 100 g for Corn Flakes; Jumbo lists 1,3 g of sugars and 7,2 g of fibre per 100 g for Special Flakes. Special Flakes are made with wholegrain wheat and rice, so they’re not plain cornflakes.

Are cornflakes with maize as the main ingredient gluten-free?

No. Having maize as the main ingredient isn’t enough to tell you that a product is gluten-free. Kellogg's lists malted barley extract in its Corn Flakes, so check the ingredients and any gluten-free labelling on the current pack. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergens must be clearly distinguished in the ingredients list.

How should I store an opened large pack of cornflakes?

Follow the storage instructions for your chosen product and seal the pack well after use. Kellogg's recommends storing Corn Flakes in a dry place; check the information on your own pack for its shelf life.