If you want one waffle per snack break
You might prefer a small pack or waffles that are easy to take out individually. The number of waffles in a pack doesn’t tell you whether each one has its own inner wrapper.
Which option is right for you?
If you’re after chocolate with a Dutch caramel waffle flavour
You want a chocolate bar with Dutch caramel waffle pieces and don’t mind buying a bar with multiple servings. The Albert Heijn and Jumbo bars included in this comparison both contain more than one serving per pack.
If checking the label comes first
Before buying, look for a plant-based product description, a specific sugar claim or allergen information. The ingredients list and nutritional information matter more than the wording on the front of the pack alone.
What should you look for when choosing?
Classic Dutch caramel waffle
Ideal for: anyone who wants to grab a waffle without having to divide up a chocolate bar first.
Keep in mind: a 2-pack is a small pack, but that doesn’t mean both waffles are individually wrapped.
Chocolate bar with Dutch caramel waffle
Ideal for: anyone who mainly wants chocolate with Dutch caramel waffle pieces and plans to share or portion the bar themselves.
Keep in mind: Albert Heijn lists the Delicata bar included in this comparison as 150 g with 15 servings; Jumbo lists its bar as 140 g with around six servings.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
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| Serving size | Compare the net weight, number of servings and any individual wrappers; don’t assume that the word ‘bar’ means it’s a single serving. | If I only want to take one waffle with me, I don’t want to have to divide up a large pack first. Around 33% of consumers prioritise a serving that’s ready to enjoy. |
| Stocking up for the week | Check the number of pieces, use-by date and storage instructions if you won’t be using everything at once. | When doing my weekly shop, I want to know what I can use later. For around 27% of consumers, having a manageable amount in stock matters most. |
| Dietary requirements and allergens | Read the current ingredients and allergen information, including any warnings about cross-contamination. | If I need to avoid certain ingredients, the product must meet my requirements; a plant-based description alone isn’t enough. This check comes first for around 20% of consumers. |
| Nutritional information | Compare sugars, saturated fat and any other relevant values per 100 g and per stated serving; if a product claims ‘less sugar’, check what it’s being compared with. | I want to know what the serving I eat contains according to the label, rather than relying on a standalone claim. For around 20% of consumers, nutritional information is the most important factor when choosing. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a chocolate bar is one serving
The Albert Heijn and Jumbo chocolate bars with Dutch caramel waffle included in this comparison contain multiple servings. So the ‘bar’ format doesn’t tell you how many snack breaks one pack will provide.
Check the number of servings and the net weight before choosing a bar for a single snack break.
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Relying on a product claim instead of checking the full label
Albert Heijn describes its AH Terra Plant-Based Dutch caramel waffles as vegan, but they also contain wheat and soya. The ‘32% less sugar’ claim on AH Butter Dutch caramel waffles with less sugar refers specifically to a comparison with AH Butter Dutch caramel waffles.
Check which product features matter to you, then read the current ingredients, allergen and nutritional information.
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Assuming an old product page confirms current availability
Jumbo says that the Daelmans Jumbo Dutch caramel waffles, 36 x 1 piece, are no longer part of its online range. A product description alone doesn’t confirm that you can add the item to your weekly shop.
Check availability when putting your shopping together.
Brands to consider
Daelmans
Classic Dutch caramel waffles in a range of pack sizes.
- Albert Heijn lists Daelmans packs including 2-packs and 4-packs.
- For a small pack, check whether each waffle has its own inner wrapper.
Albert Heijn / Delicata
Albert Heijn lists classic Dutch caramel waffles and varieties with specific product claims; Delicata offers a chocolate bar with Dutch caramel waffle.
- Options include a variety described as plant-based and another with a specific reduced-sugar claim.
- The Delicata Stroopwafel Delight included in this comparison is a 150 g chocolate bar with 15 servings of 10 g, not a single classic Dutch caramel waffle.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists classic Dutch caramel waffles and a chocolate bar with Dutch caramel waffle.
- The different product formats let you choose between a classic waffle and chocolate with Dutch caramel waffle.
- Jumbo lists the 140 g chocolate bar included in this comparison as having around six servings; check that this suits how you plan to enjoy it.
Classic Dutch caramel waffles at Joybuy
These two Kanjers packs contain classic Dutch caramel waffles, ideal if you want to stock up for several snack breaks as part of your weekly shop. Check the inner wrapping if you want to take exactly one waffle with you each time.
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Kanjers Extra Delicious Dutch caramel waffles, 10 pieces
A good choice if you’re after classic Dutch caramel waffles for individual snack breaks. Check the inner wrapping and serving size if you want to have one waffle at a time; if you have allergies, read the current label.
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Kanjers Original Dutch caramel waffles, 8 pieces
For anyone who wants to enjoy a pack of classic Dutch caramel waffles over several snack breaks. Check whether the inner wrapping works for taking one waffle with you, and if you have allergies, check the current packaging.
Frequently asked questions
Is a Dutch caramel waffle chocolate bar always one snack serving?
No. Albert Heijn lists the Delicata chocolate bar included in this comparison as 15 servings of 10 g; Jumbo lists its chocolate bar with Dutch caramel waffle as around six servings. So check the serving information rather than assuming that ‘bar’ means one serving.
How should I store Dutch caramel waffles from my weekly shop?
Follow the storage instructions on the pack you choose, including after opening. For the AH Dutch caramel waffles included in this comparison, Albert Heijn advises storing them in a sealed tin after opening; the AH Terra Plant-Based Dutch caramel waffles pack should be closed securely after use.
Are plant-based Dutch caramel waffles suitable for someone with a gluten or soya allergy?
The plant-based description alone doesn’t tell you that. Albert Heijn lists cereals containing gluten, wheat and soya in its AH Terra Plant-Based Dutch caramel waffles, and warns that they may contain milk and lactose. If you have an allergy, check the current allergen information for the product you’re buying.
Where can I find allergen information on pre-packed Dutch caramel waffles?
Read the ingredients list and any warning about possible cross-contamination on the current label. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says allergens in pre-packed foods must be clearly listed in the ingredients list.