Who is this choice relevant to?

Students with coeliac disease

A standard syrup waffle isn’t automatically gluten-free. If you’re choosing a study snack, check the current packaging and keep the waffle away from snacks containing gluten.

Students who want to take a portion with them

If the snack needs to fit in a bag, it’s worth checking the number of waffles and the packaging in advance. Check the ingredients and availability at the same time.

Shoppers looking for a supermarket own-brand option

If you want to add a gluten-free syrup waffle to your regular shop, compare the current availability and allergen information for supermarket own-brand options. Check the packaging when you buy, as product information can change.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, check the gluten-free statement on the packaging. Then consider any other allergens, the type of packaging and whether the product is available for your study session.

What to consider What to check when buying Who is this important for?
Choosing a gluten-free option Look for ‘gluten-free’ or the Crossed Grain mark on the current packaging. Don’t rely on the product name alone. If I want to eat a syrup waffle while studying with coeliac disease, I need to be able to see that this particular product is gluten-free. This is the top priority for around 46% of consumers.
Availability Check shortly before your study session whether your chosen version is available to order or in store. If I need to have my snack ready for a particular study day, I don’t want to rely on an old product listing. Availability matters most to around 27% of consumers.
Packaging and portion size Check the net weight, number of waffles and whether they’re individually wrapped. When I’m taking a snack with me, I want to know in advance how many waffles I’ll bring and how I can store them. Around 18% of consumers prioritise this practical consideration.
Other allergens and nutritional information Read the allergen statement and, if needed, compare the nutritional information per 100 g and per portion. As well as gluten, I may need to avoid egg or lupin, or I may want to check the sugar content per portion. For around 9% of consumers, the ingredients are the first thing they consider.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming every syrup waffle is gluten-free

    Standard syrup waffles may contain wheat. For example, Joybuy’s product information for G'woon Stroopwafels Botersmaak lists wheat flour.

    If you’re choosing a syrup waffle for someone with coeliac disease, look for a current gluten-free statement or the Crossed Grain mark. Check the label again if the packaging changes.

  • Assuming a product page means it’s currently in stock

    Albert Heijn marks the AH Glutenvrij syrup waffles reviewed as discontinued; the pages consulted for Leev and Consenza don’t confirm that their versions can currently be ordered online either.

    Check availability shortly before your planned study session and, if necessary, keep another clearly labelled gluten-free snack to hand.

    If your chosen version isn’t available, you’ll need to spend time finding a replacement before your study session.

  • Checking only for ‘gluten-free’

    The gluten-free syrup waffles described by Jumbo and PLUS also list egg and lupin. A gluten-free statement doesn’t mean the product is suitable for someone with another allergy.

    As well as checking the gluten-free statement, read the full allergen information on the packaging you buy.

  • Confusing gluten-free with a nutritional claim

    A gluten-free label doesn’t tell you how much sugar a syrup waffle contains or how large a portion is.

    Check the nutritional information per 100 g and per portion if you want to fit a syrup waffle into your day as a sweet snack.

Brands to compare

Jumbo Lekker Vrij van Gluten

Jumbo describes a 240 g gluten-free syrup waffle and displays the Crossed Grain mark.

  • The mark provides an extra point of reference if you also want to take the production process into account.
  • The product information lists egg and lupin; check the allergen information on the pack you buy.

PLUS

PLUS describes its 240 g syrup waffles as gluten-free and made for people with gluten intolerance.

  • An own-brand option to look into if you shop at PLUS.
  • The product information lists egg and lupin. PLUS warns that recipes and allergen information may change.

AH Glutenvrij

Albert Heijn lists a 240 g gluten-free syrup waffle in its product catalogue.

  • The catalogue provides information to help you identify the product.
  • Albert Heijn marks this version as discontinued, so don’t rely on the page to confirm that it’s available.

Leev

Albert Heijn describes organic, gluten-free Leev syrup waffles in a two-piece pack.

  • The pack size is worth considering if you want to choose a smaller pack to take with you.
  • Check availability and the current label. The version described contains egg and lupin and may contain traces of other allergens.

Consenza

Jumbo lists an organic, gluten-free Consenza syrup waffle with salted caramel.

  • A recognisable option if you’re looking locally for this particular product.
  • Jumbo says this version is no longer in its online range; check whether you can actually find it elsewhere.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I choose a syrup waffle for someone with coeliac disease?

Choose a product with ‘gluten-free’ on the current packaging or the Crossed Grain mark. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists these as ways to identify gluten-free products; the name ‘syrup waffle’ alone isn’t enough.

Does a gluten-free syrup waffle need to have the Crossed Grain mark?

No. The mark isn’t the only way to identify a gluten-free product: according to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, an explicit ‘gluten-free’ statement on the current packaging is another way to recognise one. The Dutch Coeliac Society describes the Crossed Grain mark as providing extra reassurance about the production process.

Do I need to check for other allergens as well as gluten?

Yes. The gluten-free syrup waffles described by Jumbo and PLUS both list egg and lupin. If you have another allergy, always read the full allergen information on the packaging you actually buy.

How should I store syrup waffles for several study sessions?

Follow the storage instructions on the packaging. For the versions described, Jumbo and PLUS recommend storing them in a cool, dry place. Reseal an opened pack and keep gluten-free waffles separate from snacks containing gluten.