Who are these choices for?

Parents who need to bake strictly gluten-free

If your child has coeliac disease, the gluten-free label, the current packaging information and avoiding contact with gluten during preparation are key to choosing a mix.

Families planning a snack in advance

If you want to make several pancakes for after school, check the stated yield, preparation time and any ingredients you’ll need in addition to the mix.

Families with other dietary requirements

If milk or eggs are also a concern, make sure the preparation instructions, chosen substitutes and allergen information all fit your needs.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, check for the gluten-free label and read the packaging. Then compare what you need to add, how many pancakes you can make and how long they’ll take.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Gluten-free preparation Look for the ‘gluten-free’ label on the packet and read the ingredients and allergen information. At home, use clean utensils and pack the pancakes separately. If my child has coeliac disease, I want to prevent their snack coming into contact with gluten while it’s being cooked or packed. This is the main priority for around 50% of consumers.
Additional ingredients Check which milk, plant-based drink, eggs or substitutes the preparation instructions call for, and read any allergen warnings. If milk or eggs aren’t suitable for the batter, I need to know how the mix can be prepared before choosing it. These additional ingredients and dietary requirements are the main concern for around 30% of consumers.
Servings and time Compare the stated yield and preparation time, and allow time for the pancakes to cool before packing them. After school, I want to make enough pancakes without underestimating the cooking time. Servings and planning are the top priorities for around 20% of consumers.

Which mistakes can you avoid?

  • Assuming a regular or multigrain mix is gluten-free

    ‘Multigrain’ doesn’t mean a pancake mix is gluten-free. Nor does mentioning a single ingredient replace a gluten-free label on the product as a whole.

    If the snack is for a child with coeliac disease, choose a packet with a clear gluten-free label and read the information on that packet.

  • Checking only the dry mix

    You may need milk, eggs or substitutes to prepare the mix. These affect whether you have everything you need and which allergens you need to check.

    Read the preparation instructions before buying, and check the labels of any ingredients you’ll be adding too.

  • Forgetting about contact with gluten during preparation

    According to the Dutch Coeliac Society, crumbs and shared utensils can bring gluten-free food into contact with gluten.

    Clean your worktop and utensils, cook the pancakes separately, then let them cool and pack them away from food containing gluten.

  • Assuming a product page reflects current in-store stock

    Albert Heijn listed its gluten-free mix as an in-store product, while Jumbo said its listed mix was no longer part of its online range. A product page doesn’t necessarily tell you where you can buy the packet.

    Check local availability and read the label on the packet you’re taking home once more in store.

Brands to consider

Koopmans

Koopmans makes a 400 g gluten-free pancake mix for anyone looking to make several pancakes.

  • Koopmans says the mix meets the AOECS standard. PLUS gives the total preparation time as around 30 minutes.
  • PLUS states that the mix may contain egg and milk. Check the packaging if you have additional allergies, and check current availability before buying.

AH Glutenvrij

Albert Heijn’s gluten-free pancake mix comes in a 400 g packet. The product page says it is made in a completely gluten-free environment.

  • Albert Heijn gives a yield of around 13 pancakes and suggests using a plant-based drink and egg substitute as preparation options.
  • The product page states ‘may contain: oats’ and indicated that the mix was available in store only. Check the current packaging and local availability.

Jumbo Lekker Vrij van Gluten

Jumbo listed this pancake mix as carrying the Crossed Grain symbol and giving a yield of around 13 servings.

  • The product information offered a clear gluten-free label for anyone who wants to look out for one when choosing a mix.
  • Jumbo said this product was no longer part of its online range. Don’t assume it’s available without checking first.

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Frequently asked questions

What should I look for in a gluten-free pancake mix for a child with coeliac disease?

Choose a mix labelled ‘gluten-free’ and read the packaging every time you buy it. Check the ingredients you add too, and prevent contact with gluten while cooking and packing the pancakes.

Can I make gluten-free pancakes alongside regular pancakes?

You’ll need to prepare them separately, using clean hands, work surfaces and utensils. The Dutch Coeliac Society warns that crumbs and shared kitchen utensils can bring gluten-free food into contact with gluten.

Can I make a gluten-free mix without milk or eggs?

That depends on the mix you choose and its preparation instructions. Albert Heijn lists plant-based drink and egg substitute as options for its gluten-free pancake mix. Check the allergen information for the mix and the substitutes too.

What does ‘may contain’ mean on the packaging?

This warning indicates that the named allergen may be present because of cross-contact. Read the information on the specific packet, and check the ingredients you add to the batter yourself too.