Who are these options suitable for?

If you’re looking for chocolate with Fairtrade cocoa

You want to serve a chocolate wafer with drinks and nibbles, and be able to see whether the cocoa is explicitly labelled as Fairtrade.

If you’re serving a group

You’re looking for small, individually wrapped stroopwafels, for example to serve on a platter or at a gathering.

If you need to check the label

Before serving, you want to check the ingredients and allergens, as well as the precise meaning of a Fairtrade claim.

What should you look for when choosing?

Chocolate wafer with Fairtrade cocoa

When: Choose this option if chocolate and an explicit Fairtrade cocoa claim are your top priorities for drinks and nibbles.

Consider: PLUS describes the product as a chocolate wafer, not a stroopwafel; the cocoa claim alone doesn’t mean that all the ingredients are certified.

Individually wrapped mini stroopwafels

When: Choose this option if small portions for a larger group matter more than chocolate.

Consider: Jumbo describes Fair Trade Original Mini Stroopwafels in a box of 150, but this doesn’t confirm a chocolate version.

What to consider What to check Who it matters to
Fairtrade cocoa Read the exact Fairtrade claim and check whether it applies to the cocoa or the product as a whole. I want to serve chocolate and know what the Fairtrade claim applies to; around 45% of consumers prioritise this.
Portions for a group Check the number of pieces and whether the mini stroopwafels are individually wrapped. For a larger gathering, I want to hand out small portions without having to divide up loose wafers; around 33% of consumers prioritise this.
Ingredients and allergens Read the current ingredients and allergen information before serving the product. If I’m serving someone with a food allergy, I want to know which ingredients and allergens are listed; around 22% of consumers prioritise this check.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming Fairtrade cocoa means the whole wafer is certified

    For Wafels Choco Fairtrade, PLUS specifically lists Fairtrade Cocoa. This doesn’t mean that all the ingredients carry the same claim.

    If this distinction matters to your choice, check the packaging to see exactly what the Fairtrade claim applies to.

  • Mistaking a chocolate wafer for a chocolate stroopwafel

    PLUS lists the product in a category that includes different types of wafers and stroopwafels, while the product name itself only describes it as a chocolate wafer.

    If you specifically want to serve a stroopwafel, check the product name and packaging.

  • Choosing a large box without checking how many pieces it contains

    According to Jumbo, the Fair Trade Original Mini Stroopwafels box contains 150 individually wrapped pieces. That may be more than you need for a small gathering.

    Compare the number of pieces with your guest list, and consider whether you’ll use any leftover stroopwafels later.

  • Relying on an online description instead of the current allergen information

    When guests have a food allergy, up-to-date information about ingredients and allergens is important. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority stresses that consumers must be informed about allergens present in food.

    Check the allergen information on the packaging before serving the wafers.

Brands and product ranges to consider

PLUS

PLUS wafers are worth considering if chocolate with an explicit Fairtrade cocoa claim is your main priority.

  • For Wafels Choco Fairtrade, PLUS lists Fairtrade Cocoa, vegetarian and Nutri-Score E.
  • The product name describes a wafer, not a stroopwafel; check the packaging if the product type is crucial.

Fair Trade Original

The mini stroopwafels are an option if individually wrapped portions for a larger gathering are your priority.

  • Jumbo describes a box of 150 mini stroopwafels, individually wrapped.
  • Check the packaging if you’re looking for a chocolate version or a specific Fairtrade claim. Jumbo advises storing this product in a dry place at no more than 20 °C.

Daelmans

Daelmans Chocolade stroopwafels mini's are worth considering if you’re interested in combining chocolate with mini stroopwafels.

  • Albert Heijn lists these chocolate stroopwafels as mini-sized.
  • If Fairtrade is a must, check whether the current packaging carries a suitable claim.

Joybuy products

Related products coming soon.

Frequently asked questions

Does Fairtrade Cocoa mean the whole wafer is Fairtrade certified?

No, that claim doesn’t automatically confirm it. For Wafels Choco Fairtrade, PLUS specifically lists Fairtrade Cocoa; check the packaging to see exactly what the claim applies to.

Which stroopwafels are practical for a gathering with lots of guests?

Fair Trade Original Mini Stroopwafels are an option if you’re looking for individually wrapped portions. Jumbo describes a box of 150 and advises storing them in a dry place at no more than 20 °C; choose a box size to suit your group.

Do I still need to check the allergens if I’ve read the product information online?

Yes, check the current allergen information before serving the wafers, especially if a guest has a food allergy. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority stresses the importance of providing information about allergens present.

Are Fair Trade Original Mini Stroopwafels available with chocolate too?

Don’t assume so from the product name: Jumbo’s information about these mini stroopwafels doesn’t confirm a chocolate version. Check the product description and ingredients if chocolate is a must for your gathering.