Who are these selection criteria relevant to?

People with coeliac disease

You’re looking for a syrup waffle that is labelled gluten-free on its current packaging. Be sure to check the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack you’re buying.

People who plan their carbohydrate intake per snack

You compare the carbohydrates and sugars in the amount you want to eat. The Diabetes Fund explains that starch and sugars in food are converted into glucose.

People who decide on a portion in advance

You want to know how many grams you’ll actually have. Compare products per 100 g, as recommended by the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, then work out the figures for your planned portion.

What should you look for when choosing?

When choosing a gluten-free syrup waffle for a planned snack, the label, nutritional values and actual portion size each deserve separate consideration. A certification mark or gluten-free label doesn’t replace comparing carbohydrates and sugars.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it’s most relevant to
Gluten-free status and allergens Check that it is labelled gluten-free, and read the ingredients and allergen information on the current packaging. If I have coeliac disease, I want to be sure the syrup waffle I buy is labelled gluten-free; I also want to be able to identify any other allergens. For around 42% of consumers, this labelling is their main purchasing priority.
Carbohydrates and sugars Compare both values per 100 g and work them out for the amount you want to eat. When planning a snack, I want to know how many carbohydrates and sugars my portion contains, even if the syrup waffle is gluten-free. For around 42% of consumers, planning around nutritional values is the top priority.
Portion size and availability Check the weight of your portion and make sure the variety you want is available before buying it. Choosing an amount in advance helps me work out what I’ll actually eat; I also don’t want to rely on an old product listing. Around 16% of consumers give portion planning and availability top priority.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming gluten-free means low in carbohydrates

    Albert Heijn’s product information lists 65 g of carbohydrates per 100 g for AH Glutenvrij Biologisch; Jumbo lists 66,4 g per 100 g for Lekker Vrij van Gluten. The gluten-free label doesn’t change these nutritional values.

    Compare the carbohydrates and sugars on the same basis, then work out the figures for the portion you want to eat.

  • Reading only the front of the pack

    Gluten-free syrup waffles may contain other allergens. Albert Heijn and Jumbo list egg and lupin for the varieties mentioned; Jumbo also warns that they may contain nuts and sesame.

    When buying, check the ingredients and allergen information on the current packaging, even if you’ve bought the product before.

  • Assuming an old product page means it’s still available

    Albert Heijn marks Leev Stroopwafel glutenvrij bio as no longer in its range. Jumbo’s listing for Consenza Stroopwafel Gezouten Karamel also says it is no longer part of its online range.

    Check that the variety you want is available just before buying, and compare the label of another gluten-free syrup waffle if necessary.

Brands compared

AH Glutenvrij

Albert Heijn’s own-brand range includes 240 g packs of AH Glutenvrij Biologisch syrup waffles.

  • Albert Heijn labels this variety gluten-free, organic and lactose-free.
  • The product information lists 65 g of carbohydrates, 41 g of sugars and 2,9 g of fibre per 100 g. The allergen information lists egg and lupin.

Jumbo Lekker Vrij van Gluten

Jumbo labels its 240 g Stroop Wafels gluten-free and displays the Crossed Grain mark.

  • The mark is a recognisable guide if you’re specifically looking for a product labelled gluten-free.
  • Jumbo lists 66,4 g of carbohydrates and 42,4 g of sugars per 100 g, with egg and lupin as allergens and a possible presence of nuts and sesame.

Consenza

This gluten-free brand offers a point of comparison through Jumbo’s listing for its 180 g Stroopwafel Gezouten Karamel.

  • Jumbo describes this variety as gluten-free, with less than 20 ppm of gluten.
  • The listing gives 66 g of carbohydrates and 41 g of sugars per 100 g, but marks the variety as no longer part of its online range.

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Frequently asked questions

Are gluten-free syrup waffles automatically suitable if I’m planning my carbohydrate intake?

No. The gluten-free label says nothing about the amount of carbohydrates or sugars. Albert Heijn lists 65 g of carbohydrates and 41 g of sugars per 100 g for AH Glutenvrij Biologisch; Jumbo lists 66,4 g and 42,4 g per 100 g for Lekker Vrij van Gluten. Work out the values for the portion of your chosen syrup waffle that you’ll eat.

What should I look for in a syrup waffle if I have coeliac disease?

Choose a syrup waffle whose current packaging says it is gluten-free, and read the ingredients and allergen information. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority sets out the conditions for using this claim; the label on the pack you buy should guide your choice.

Should I compare nutritional values per portion or per 100 g?

First compare syrup waffles per 100 g, then work out the values for the amount you’ll actually eat. This lets you assess products on the same basis without assuming the stated portion is the same as the one you’re planning to have.

Is a warning such as ‘may contain nuts’ relevant on gluten-free packaging?

Yes. Gluten-free doesn’t mean a syrup waffle is free from other allergens. Jumbo says its Lekker Vrij van Gluten Stroop Wafels may contain nuts and sesame; if you have an allergy, check the warnings on the pack you’re buying.