A host with a guest who has coeliac disease
You want to offer stroopwafels without crumbs from regular snacks coming into contact with the gluten-free portion. The Dutch Coeliac Society highlights the risk of cross-contamination with gluten.
Who is this choice for?
An organiser who wants to shop locally
You’re looking for a clearly labelled gluten-free pack that you can get before the neighbourhood get-together. Check availability at your local shop before you count on it.
An organiser catering for several allergies
A gluten-free label doesn’t answer every question about allergens. You’ll also want to check the ingredients and any ‘may contain’ warnings on the current packaging for your guests.
What should you look for?
Start with the gluten-free label and a separate way of serving the stroopwafels. Then compare pack size, availability and other allergens.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Gluten-free and served separately | Check for the ‘gluten-free’ label on the current packaging. Put the waffles on a separate plate and use clean serving utensils. | If my guest has coeliac disease, I want to stop regular snacks from contaminating the gluten-free portion. This precaution comes first for around 50% of consumers. |
| Pack size and availability | Check the pack contents, the number of pieces if stated, and availability at your local shop or for delivery to your address. | For a neighbourhood get-together, I want to have enough waffles to share without having to find another shop at the last minute. This is the main practical concern for around 25% of consumers. |
| Other allergens | Read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack you receive, and look out for ‘may contain’ warnings. | If guests have other allergies, I don’t want to assume that ‘gluten-free’ is enough for them too. Around 25% of consumers give this extra check top priority. |
Common mistakes when entertaining
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Putting regular and gluten-free stroopwafels on the same plate
Crumbs and shared serving utensils can bring the gluten-free waffles into contact with gluten. The Dutch Coeliac Society warns about the risk of cross-contamination for people with coeliac disease.
Keep the gluten-free waffles separate, use clean hands and utensils, and preferably open a pack specifically for these guests.
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Checking only the gluten-free label
Jumbo and PLUS product information also lists egg and lupin. Jumbo additionally warns that the product may contain traces of nuts and sesame.
Ask about any other relevant allergies in advance, and let guests check the current packaging before you serve the waffles.
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Assuming a product listing means it’s in stock
A product page being visible doesn’t mean the waffles will be available in time. Albert Heijn listed its gluten-free version as discontinued.
Check availability at your local shop or for delivery to your address just before buying, and read the label again when the product arrives.
Brands to consider
Jumbo Lekker Vrij van Gluten
Jumbo lists a 240 g pack of gluten-free stroopwafels in this own-brand range.
- The product page displays the Crossed Grain trademark for this version.
- The same page lists egg and lupin, and possible traces of nuts and sesame. Check that the current packaging is suitable for your guests’ allergies.
PLUS
PLUS lists gluten-free stroopwafels in a 240 g pack.
- You can check the explicit gluten-free label and pack size on the product listing.
- The product information lists egg and lupin. Check the packaging and local availability when you buy.
Daelmans
Daelmans’ own webshop lists gluten-free stroopwafels in a pack of eight, weighing 240 g.
- The stated number of pieces helps you plan how many portions you’ll need for your get-together.
- Check the allergen information on the pack you receive before offering the waffles to guests with other allergies.
Albert Heijn Glutenvrij
Albert Heijn has a product listing for 240 g of gluten-free stroopwafels.
- The product listing explicitly labels this version as gluten-free.
- Albert Heijn listed this version as discontinued, so don’t rely on it for a last-minute purchase without checking availability. The product information lists egg and lupin.
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Frequently asked questions
When can I choose a stroopwafel for a guest with coeliac disease?
Choose a stroopwafel whose current packaging explicitly says it is gluten-free. Don’t assume a regular stroopwafel is suitable, and avoid contact with snacks containing gluten when serving it.
Are gluten-free stroopwafels free from other allergens too?
Not automatically: Jumbo and PLUS product information lists egg and lupin, while Jumbo also warns of possible traces of nuts and sesame. Check the current packaging for every guest with a relevant allergy.
How should I serve gluten-free stroopwafels alongside regular snacks?
Serve them on a separate, clean plate with clean utensils, and keep crumbs from regular snacks well away. The Dutch Coeliac Society warns that cross-contamination with gluten poses a risk to people with coeliac disease.
Can I rely on Albert Heijn’s gluten-free stroopwafels for the neighbourhood get-together?
Only if you confirm they’re currently available. Albert Heijn listed the 240 g gluten-free version as discontinued, even though the product details were still visible.