If you have coeliac disease, don’t choose a syrup waffle based on dark chocolate alone. Check that the current packaging for that exact product says ‘gluten-free’ or displays the Crossed Grain trademark. The gluten-free syrup waffles described by AH, Jumbo and Consenza are not identified as dark chocolate or high-cocoa varieties. If you’re looking for that flavour, check both the flavour description and the gluten-free label on the same product.
You want to be able to see that every syrup waffle you buy is explicitly labelled gluten-free or carries the Crossed Grain trademark. Coeliac UK points out that even a small amount of gluten can cause symptoms in people with coeliac disease.
You’re looking for dark chocolate, a dark coating or a stated cocoa percentage, but also need a gluten-free label for that exact product. A dark colour or chocolate flavour doesn’t prove that it’s suitable.
You may also need to check for ingredients such as lactose, egg or lupin. Product information from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and Consenza shows why you should read the ingredients and allergen information even on gluten-free syrup waffles.
If you have coeliac disease, start by checking the gluten-free label on the current packaging. Then compare the flavour and any other dietary requirements for that same syrup waffle product.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Gluten-free label | Look for ‘gluten-free’ or the Crossed Grain trademark on the current packaging. | If I want to add a syrup waffle to my regular shop, I want to be able to check the gluten-free label on the packaging; this reassurance is the top priority for around 50% of consumers. |
| Dark chocolate flavour | Check whether the exact product is described as dark chocolate or has a stated cocoa percentage, and whether that product is labelled gluten-free. | Anyone mainly looking for a dark chocolate flavour doesn’t want to assume it from the packaging colour alone. This flavour is the top priority within the gluten-free choice for around 30% of consumers. |
| Other ingredients | Read the allergen information and any ‘may contain’ warnings; check additional labels, such as lactose-free, separately. | If I need to check for lactose, egg or lupin as well as gluten, a gluten-free label on its own isn’t enough; around 20% of consumers prioritise these additional checks. |
A chocolate coating says nothing about whether the syrup waffle underneath is suitable for someone with coeliac disease. Conversely, the product listings for the gluten-free syrup waffles described by AH, Jumbo and Consenza don’t identify them as dark chocolate varieties.
Check the gluten-free label and the flavour you want separately, making sure both refer to the same product.
Ingredients and allergen information can change, even if you’ve bought the product before.
Read the packaging again, especially if you’re choosing a different flavour, a multipack or a pack marked ‘new recipe’.
The gluten-free syrup waffles described by AH, Jumbo and Consenza contain egg and lupin. Jumbo and Consenza also include warnings about the possible presence of other allergens.
If you have additional dietary requirements, check both the ingredients and any ‘may contain’ warnings on the current packaging.
These product ranges illustrate different things to look for when searching for a gluten-free syrup waffle; their inclusion here doesn’t confirm that a dark chocolate variety is available.
Albert Heijn describes its 240 g organic gluten-free syrup waffles as both gluten-free and lactose-free.
Jumbo describes its 240 g Lekker Vrij van Gluten Stroop Wafels as gluten-free and says they carry the Crossed Grain trademark.
WinkelGlutenvrij’s product listing describes Consenza 240 g syrup waffles as gluten-free, wheat-free and lactose-free.
Lidl lists Sondey syrup waffles and provides separate information about gluten-free products.
No. A dark colour or chocolate flavour doesn’t replace a gluten-free label. Check the packaging for the exact product to see whether it says ‘gluten-free’ or displays the Crossed Grain trademark.
According to Coeliac UK, the Crossed Grain trademark identifies a product that is suitable for people with coeliac disease, including in terms of its production process. Jumbo lists the trademark for its Lekker Vrij van Gluten Stroop Wafels; check the label on the pack you’re buying.
Yes. Ingredients and allergen information can change. Albert Heijn advises reading the packaging before use; pay particular attention if the packaging has been updated or you’re choosing a different variety.
Not necessarily. The AH and Jumbo syrup waffles described contain egg and lupin; the Consenza listing says they’re lactose-free, but also lists egg and lupin. Check the packaging of the product you’ve chosen for any additional dietary requirements.
