Choose a syrup waffle whose packaging explicitly mentions dark chocolate and a cocoa percentage if a pronounced cocoa flavour is what matters most to you. Coco & Sebas states that its mini syrup waffles are coated in 72% dark chocolate; however, check current availability. If you’re mainly looking for a small portion or a pack to share, compare those features separately: the word ‘chocolate’ alone doesn’t mean it’s dark chocolate.
If dark chocolate is the reason you’d choose something different from a classic syrup waffle, check the exact wording used for the coating. Coco & Sebas states that its mini syrup waffles contain 72% dark chocolate; this percentage refers to the chocolate, not the entire waffle.
Mini waffles and snack packs are formats worth comparing for a break at work or on the go. Albert Heijn and PLUS list chocolate varieties from Daelmans, but the word ‘chocolate’ alone doesn’t confirm that they contain dark chocolate.
If you’re sharing regularly, the pack size and number of waffles matter. For example, Jumbo lists a 468 g pack of butter syrup waffles. This is a classic variety, so it’s not automatically an alternative for anyone specifically looking for dark chocolate.
First decide whether dark chocolate is a must-have. Then compare the portion size and pack contents to find what suits your coffee break.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important to? |
|---|---|---|
| Dark chocolate | Look for the words ‘dark chocolate’ and check whether a cocoa percentage is given for the chocolate. | With my morning coffee, I want a clearly identifiable cocoa flavour, not just a product with ‘chocolate’ in the name. For around 42% of consumers, being able to choose a clearly labelled dark chocolate option matters most. |
| Portion size and availability | Compare the number of waffles, their size and current availability. | For a short break, I want something I can take with me or share with colleagues. Around 33% of consumers say this practical portion size is their main priority. |
| Pack size for regular use | Compare the total pack contents and check that the variety you choose suits your taste. | If I regularly serve syrup waffles with coffee, I want to have enough at home. This is the main consideration for around 25% of consumers. |
A general chocolate description or a mention of milk chocolate doesn’t confirm that a syrup waffle is coated in dark chocolate. For example, the Daelmans product names we looked at mention chocolate, while Coco & Sebas explicitly describes its variety as dark chocolate.
Check the full product name and packaging for a dark chocolate label. If a cocoa percentage is given, make sure you know which component it refers to.
The Coco & Sebas page stated that its mini syrup waffles with 72% dark chocolate were sold out. So even if a product perfectly matches your taste, it may not be available for your next coffee break.
Check its current status before counting on it, and make sure any alternative is also labelled as dark chocolate.
Ingredients and allergen information can change. Albert Heijn warns on its product pages that this information may change; the Coco & Sebas dark chocolate variety we looked at lists wheat, milk and soya, among other ingredients.
Before eating, read the label on the pack you actually receive, especially if you need to avoid certain ingredients.
This brand lists mini syrup waffles coated in 72% dark chocolate.
Crumble Stroopwafel lists a pack of four syrup waffles with dark chocolate and fudge.
Albert Heijn and PLUS list Daelmans chocolate mini waffles and other pack formats, among other options.
Jumbo’s own-brand range includes butter syrup waffles in a 468 g pack.
Lidl lists syrup waffles in its Sondey range, as well as butter syrup biscuits; these are different products.
No. Product names may mention chocolate or milk chocolate without describing a dark chocolate variety. If dark chocolate is a must-have for your coffee break, look for the words ‘dark chocolate’ on the packaging.
Before eating, check the ingredients and allergen information on the pack you receive. Your Europe explains how allergens must be labelled on prepacked foods in the EU; Albert Heijn notes that online product information may change. The Coco & Sebas dark chocolate variety we looked at lists wheat, milk and soya.
For individual breaks or smaller groups, check the number and size of the mini waffles or snack packs. For regular shared occasions, the total pack size may matter more. Also check separately whether your chosen product contains dark chocolate, as a larger pack of classic syrup waffles won’t necessarily suit that taste preference.
