Who is this relevant to?

People with coeliac disease who enjoy breakfast

You want a syrup waffle as part of a sweet breakfast, so you’ll first look for the explicit ‘gluten-free’ label on the packaging.

Shoppers who need to check for other allergens

As well as gluten, you may need to look out for egg, lupin or warnings about other allergens. The label on the specific product tells you what else to check.

Shoppers looking for a pack to last several breakfasts

You compare pack sizes and check that your preferred gluten-free variety is available before heading to a shop or ordering online.

What should you look for when choosing?

If you have coeliac disease, ‘gluten-free’ is the first thing to look for. What else you need to check will vary from person to person.

What to look for What to check when buying Who it matters to
Explicitly labelled gluten-free Look for ‘gluten-free’ on the specific pack; you may also want to check whether it carries a certification mark. According to the Dutch Coeliac Association, the term means less than 20 mg of gluten per kg of product. If I’m choosing a syrup waffle because I have coeliac disease, I want to see the gluten-free claim on the pack itself. Around 36% of consumers say this confirmation is their main priority.
Other allergens Read the ingredients and allergen information. If you have another allergy, check for any warnings about possible traces too. If you need to avoid allergens as well as gluten, you can’t rely on the gluten-free claim alone. For around 29% of consumers, this extra check is their main priority.
Pack size and availability Compare the stated pack sizes and check that your preferred variety is available before visiting a shop. I want to buy a pack for several sweet breakfasts without making a wasted trip to the shops. Around 21% of consumers put this practical consideration first.
Additional preferences Check whether the variety you’ve chosen is labelled organic or lactose-free. Lactose-free does not automatically mean dairy-free. Once I’ve checked for gluten and other allergens, I might look specifically for an organic or lactose-free syrup waffle. Around 14% of consumers say an additional preference like this is their main reason for choosing.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming every syrup waffle from a brand is gluten-free

    A standard Daelmans product listing includes wheat flour and cereals containing gluten. The brand name alone tells you nothing about whether another variety is gluten-free.

    Look for the ‘gluten-free’ label on the pack of the exact syrup waffles you want to buy.

  • Checking for gluten and nothing else

    According to product information from Jumbo, AH and PLUS, their listed gluten-free varieties also contain egg and lupin. If you have another allergy, the other ingredients and any warnings matter too.

    Read the full, current label and check the allergen information against the ingredients you need to avoid.

  • Relying on a certification mark instead of reading the label

    Jumbo says its Lekker Vrij van Gluten syrup waffles carry the Crossed Grain trademark. Even when a product has a certification mark, you still need to check the label for other allergens and to make sure you have the right variety.

    Use the gluten-free claim and any certification mark to narrow down your options, then read the packaging.

  • Setting off without checking a specific variety

    A general page about gluten-free products doesn’t confirm that a particular shop stocks gluten-free syrup waffles.

    Before you set off, check the specific product listing or ask the shop about the pack you’re looking for.

Brands to consider

Jumbo Lekker Vrij van Gluten

Jumbo lists its 240 g Lekker Vrij van Gluten syrup waffles as gluten-free and says they carry the Crossed Grain trademark.

  • A stated certification mark alongside the gluten-free claim.
  • According to the product information, this variety contains egg and lupin and may contain nuts and sesame.

AH Glutenvrij

AH describes its 240 g organic syrup waffles as gluten-free and lactose-free.

  • Both organic and lactose-free claims are stated for this specific variety.
  • According to the product information, this variety contains egg and lupin. Check the packaging for any changes when you buy it.

PLUS

PLUS describes its 240 g own-brand syrup waffles as gluten-free.

  • This variety is explicitly described as gluten-free.
  • According to the product information, it contains egg and lupin. If you have another allergy, check the current label.

Daelmans

Daelmans lists a 240 g pillow pack containing eight gluten-free, lactose-free syrup waffles.

  • The gluten-free and lactose-free claims apply to this specific pillow pack.
  • Daelmans says the product is made in an environment where soya, milk, nuts and sesame are also handled. Standard Daelmans syrup waffles are not automatically gluten-free.

Lidl

Lidl provides information about gluten-free products, but for syrup waffles it’s the label on the specific product that matters.

  • Don’t assume that the standard range includes a gluten-free variety if you’re looking for one that is explicitly labelled as such.

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Frequently asked questions

What does ‘gluten-free’ mean on a syrup waffle?

According to the Dutch Coeliac Association, this means less than 20 mg of gluten per kg of product. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority links the use of the term on food products to the requirements of Regulation (EU) No 828/2014. Check the label on the specific syrup waffle when you buy it.

Does a gluten-free syrup waffle always need the Crossed Grain trademark?

No. The certification mark is not the same as the ‘gluten-free’ claim. Jumbo says its Lekker Vrij van Gluten variety carries the Crossed Grain trademark; whether or not a product has a certification mark, check the packaging for other allergens too.

Are gluten-free syrup waffles free from other allergens too?

No. ‘Gluten-free’ on its own says nothing about other allergens. According to the product information, the AH, Jumbo and PLUS varieties mentioned contain egg and lupin; Jumbo also warns that they may contain nuts and sesame. If you have another allergy, check the current label of the variety you’ve chosen.

Can I choose a standard syrup waffle from the same brand?

No. Don’t assume a standard variety is gluten-free just because the brand also offers a gluten-free one. A standard Daelmans product listing includes wheat flour, so look for the explicit gluten-free label on the pack you’re buying.

How should I store gluten-free syrup waffles?

Follow the storage instructions on the packaging of your variety. AH recommends storing its gluten-free organic syrup waffles in a cool, dark, dry place and closing the pack carefully after use. PLUS also recommends storing its gluten-free syrup waffles in a cool, dry, dark place.