Who is this choice for?

Dark chocolate lover who enjoys a coffee

You’re looking for a stroopwafel that clearly states the type of chocolate used. If possible, you’d also like to check the cocoa percentage. The word ‘chocolate’ on its own isn’t enough.

Organising a coffee break

You want to hand out waffles easily at the office, at a reception or to a group. Individually wrapped portions are handy, as long as a mixed pack suits what you plan to serve.

Checking the label before you buy

You check the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information before buying. It also matters whether the values are given per 100 g or per portion.

What should you look for when buying?

When choosing stroopwafels for your afternoon coffee, dark chocolate flavour, ease of sharing and clear label information could all be deciding factors. Think about which matters most for your coffee break.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters most to
Dark chocolate Check that ‘dark chocolate’ is stated explicitly and see whether a cocoa percentage is given. A product name that only says ‘chocolate’ isn’t enough. If I want dark chocolate with my afternoon coffee, I need to be able to see what kind of chocolate the waffle is coated in. This is the main priority for around 46% of consumers.
Portions and sharing Check the number of pieces, whether they’re individually wrapped, and the split between dark and milk chocolate in a mixed pack. For a coffee break with other people, I want to be able to hand out the waffles easily, even if that means choosing an assortment. Around 27% of consumers put ease of sharing first.
Ingredients and nutritional information Read the latest allergen information and compare sugars and fats on the same basis, for example per 100 g or per portion. If an allergen or nutritional value affects my choice, I read the label before looking at the flavour description. Around 27% of consumers prioritise this information.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming ‘chocolate’ means ‘dark chocolate’

    Not every chocolate stroopwafel has a dark chocolate coating. PLUS describes Daelmans Mini’s Chocolade as stroopwafels with milk chocolate.

    Look for an explicit mention of dark chocolate on the packaging, and check the cocoa percentage if it matters to your choice.

  • Choosing a mixed pack when every waffle needs to be dark

    According to Van Oordt, the Elite Dutch Chocolate Stroopwafel Mix contains 60 mini waffles half-dipped in dark chocolate and 60 with milk chocolate.

    Choose this mix only if you’re happy with both types. If every portion needs to be dark chocolate, check the contents of another pack before buying.

  • Not checking availability and product information again

    Your preferred variety may be unavailable, and ingredients and nutritional information can change. Previously listed availability or a product description is no substitute for checking when you buy.

    Check current availability and read the information on the pack you receive before serving. Don’t automatically replace an out-of-stock dark chocolate variety with a milk chocolate one.

  • Judging allergens from the product photo

    The products described by Coco & Sebas, Elite and Daelmans list wheat or gluten, milk and soya; the Daelmans minis also state that they may contain nuts.

    If you have a relevant allergy, read the current ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack you plan to serve.

Brands to consider

Coco & Sebas

Mini stroopwafels coated in what the brand describes as 72% dark chocolate, designed as a little treat with coffee or tea.

  • The stated cocoa percentage makes it clear what type of chocolate this variety contains.
  • Check that the pack you want is available. The ingredients list gluten, milk and soya.

Elite / Van Oordt The Portion Company

A mix of individually wrapped mini stroopwafels for sharing with coffee or tea.

  • Van Oordt states that each outer case contains 120 individually wrapped pieces.
  • Only 60 are half-dipped in dark chocolate; the other 60 have milk chocolate. The product specification lists wheat, milk and soya.

Daelmans

PLUS presents the 157 g bag of Mini’s Chocolade as a stroopwafel treat for a coffee break.

  • The product description makes the type of chocolate clear: milk chocolate.
  • This variety isn’t suitable if you specifically want dark chocolate. It contains wheat, milk and soya, and may contain nuts.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a chocolate stroopwafel automatically a dark chocolate stroopwafel?

No. PLUS describes Daelmans Mini’s Chocolade as a product with milk chocolate, while Coco & Sebas states that its dark chocolate variety contains 72% chocolate. So check the type of chocolate on the packaging rather than relying on the product name.

Which allergens should I check in chocolate stroopwafels?

Check the allergen information for the specific product you’re buying. The varieties described by Coco & Sebas, Elite and Daelmans list wheat or gluten, milk and soya; Daelmans also states that the product may contain nuts.

How should I store chocolate stroopwafels for a coffee break?

Follow the storage instructions on the packaging. For Daelmans Mini’s Chocolade, PLUS advises storing in a cool, dry and dark place. Check the packaging for other varieties.

Does ‘dark chocolate’ tell me enough about the nutritional value?

No. The type of chocolate doesn’t tell you how much sugar and fat a portion of stroopwafels contains. Compare the nutritional information per 100 g and consider the size of the portion you plan to serve.