Who are these options for?

Strictly gluten-free and organic

You’re buying syrup waffles for someone with coeliac disease and also want to choose organic. Check both claims on the exact product, rather than treating an organic label as proof that it’s gluten-free.

Watching out for other allergens too

As well as gluten, you need to consider other ingredients and possible traces. Leev and PLUS product information lists egg and lupin, among other things, so read the allergen information on the pack you’re buying.

Gluten-free, with flexibility on organic

You’re looking for a gluten-free syrup waffle at a mainstream supermarket, but organic isn’t a firm requirement. Still check the gluten-free claim and any other allergens on each pack.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether gluten-free is essential. If organic is also a requirement, look for syrup waffles that carry both claims for the exact product.

Gluten-free and organic

When: if both are requirements for the same syrup waffle.

Bear in mind: check for other allergens too; the Leev version lists egg and lupin.

Gluten-free, with no organic requirement

When: if gluten-free is essential, but organic isn’t.

Bear in mind: a gluten-free claim doesn’t automatically mean a syrup waffle is organic.

Organic, with no gluten-free requirement

When: only if the syrup waffle isn’t for someone who needs to eat strictly gluten-free.

Bear in mind: organic syrup waffles may contain wheat, as shown in the ingredients list for Jumbo Biologische Stroopwafels.

What to look for What to check when buying Who it matters most to
Gluten-free claim Check the current syrup waffle packaging for an explicit ‘gluten-free’ claim. If I’m buying for someone with coeliac disease, I don’t want to rely on an organic look or the product name alone. Around 42% of consumers put an explicit gluten-free claim first.
Organic claim Check for ‘organic’ and, where applicable, the EU organic logo on the exact product. I want to see both requirements met by one syrup waffle, so a gluten-free-only option doesn’t replace my preference for organic. For around 33% of consumers, that combination is the top priority.
Allergens and availability Read the full allergen information on the pack and check availability at your chosen shop. Even when the pack says gluten-free, I need to look out for ingredients such as egg or lupin for my household, and find a version that’s available to buy. Around 25% of consumers put this practical consideration first.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming ‘organic’ means ‘gluten-free’

    These claims describe different things. The ingredients list for Jumbo Biologische Stroopwafels includes wheat flour and wheat bran, among other ingredients.

    If you’re buying for someone with coeliac disease, first check the current packaging for a gluten-free claim, then assess the organic status separately.

  • Skipping the allergen information

    Gluten-free doesn’t mean a syrup waffle is free from other allergens. Leev and PLUS list egg and lupin in their gluten-free versions; Leev also warns that they may contain traces of milk, nuts, soya and sesame.

    Compare the full allergen information on the exact pack with the allergens that matter for your purchase.

  • Assuming a supermarket’s gluten-free option is automatically organic

    A gluten-free claim on its own says nothing about organic production.

    If organic is a firm requirement, also look for an organic claim on the packaging of that specific syrup waffle.

Brands and product ranges to consider

AH Glutenvrij

Albert Heijn lists a product called AH Glutenvrij Biologisch stroopwafels.

  • The product name mentions both gluten-free and organic.
  • Check the ingredients and allergen information on the current packaging, as it may change.

Leev

The product information for Leev Glutenvrije Stroopwafels met Caramel Biologisch describes it as both gluten-free and organic, and lists a pack size of 120 grams.

  • The product information lists organic ingredients and NL-BIO-01.
  • The listed ingredients include egg and lupin; the product may contain traces of milk, nuts, soya and sesame. Check the pack and availability at your chosen shop.

Consenza

According to Consenza, its stroopwafel karamel zeezout is organic, and the brand specialises in gluten-free products.

  • This particular product is worth considering if you’re looking for both claims.
  • Don’t assume the organic claim applies to the whole range; check for both claims on the current packaging.

Jumbo Lekker Vrij van Gluten

Jumbo lists 240-gram gluten-free syrup waffles in its Lekker Vrij van Gluten range.

  • Jumbo says these syrup waffles carry the Crossed Grain symbol.
  • If organic is also a requirement, check for that claim separately on the exact pack.

PLUS

PLUS sells gluten-free syrup waffles in a 240-gram bag.

  • The product information lists the ingredients and allergens for this version.
  • The version lists egg and lupin. Check the organic claim separately if that’s a requirement for you.

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Frequently asked questions

Are organic syrup waffles automatically gluten-free?

No. Organic and gluten-free are separate properties. The ingredients list for Jumbo Biologische Stroopwafels, for example, includes wheat flour and wheat bran. If you have coeliac disease, always check that the current packaging also says ‘gluten-free’.

How can I identify an organic syrup waffle?

Look for ‘organic’ and the EU organic logo on the packaging of the exact product. Skal Biocontrole describes this as the official EU logo for organic products. An organic claim doesn’t replace a gluten-free claim.

Are gluten-free syrup waffles also free from egg and lupin?

Not necessarily: the gluten-free versions of Leev and PLUS described here list egg and lupin. Leev also mentions possible traces of milk, nuts, soya and sesame. Check the allergen information on the exact pack before buying.

Can I rely on the product information I see online?

Use online product information to compare syrup waffles, but check the packaging again when you buy. Ingredients and allergen information can change; also check with your chosen shop to see if the product you want is available.