If you fancy a lower-sugar syrup waffle while studying, start by comparing the nutritional values per 100 g and checking what the sugar claim is measured against. According to Albert Heijn, AH butter syrup waffles with less sugar contain 32% less sugar than the regular AH butter version, and 23 g of sugars per 100 g. Also check the portion size and allergens: less sugar does not mean sugar-free, or automatically suitable for every dietary restriction.
You want to enjoy the occasional syrup waffle while studying, but are looking for an option with demonstrably less sugar than a comparable standard syrup waffle. The amount of sugars per 100 g and what the claim is measured against matter more than the wording on the front of the pack alone.
You’re taking snacks with you for several study days and want to know how many syrup waffles are in a pack and how big a portion is. A pack with smaller or more waffles does not, in itself, tell you how much sugar there is per 100 g.
You need to avoid gluten or specific allergens. In that case, a suitable label and the current ingredients and allergen information on the pack should take priority over a claim about reduced sugar.
First decide whether your main priority is less sugar, where a treat fits into your study day, or a dietary restriction. Then compare syrup waffles per 100 g; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends using this basis when comparing food labels.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Demonstrably less sugar | Compare sugars per 100 g and check which standard syrup waffle the reduction claim is measured against. | I want to enjoy a syrup waffle while studying, but I don’t want to mistake a sugar claim for sugar-free. For around 45% of consumers, demonstrably less sugar is the top priority. |
| A suitable portion | Check the nutritional values per 100 g, then find out how much each syrup waffle weighs and decide on your intended portion. | If you’re taking snacks for several study sessions, you’ll want the choice between a small treat and a different snack when satisfying your hunger is the priority. For around 36% of consumers, this is the main consideration. |
| Allergens and gluten-free eating | Read the current allergen information; if you need gluten-free food, look for an explicit gluten-free label. | If I need to avoid gluten or another allergen, I first look for a syrup waffle that suits my restriction. For around 19% of consumers, this requirement comes before reducing sugar. |
According to Albert Heijn, the butter syrup waffle with less sugar still contains 23 g of sugars per 100 g. The nutritional information also states 396 kcal, 17 g of fat and 11 g of saturated fat per 100 g.
Use the claim as a starting point, not as a verdict on the whole snack. Check the rest of the nutritional information too, and choose a different type of snack if you’re not looking for a biscuit.
Syrup waffles and stated portion sizes can vary in weight. A lower figure per portion does not necessarily show which product contains fewer sugars per 100 g.
First compare the same quantity, per 100 g. Then check how much each syrup waffle weighs and how many you want to take with you.
AH butter syrup waffles with less sugar list milk, cereals containing gluten, soya, lactose and wheat, among other ingredients. Less sugar says nothing about whether a product is suitable for someone with a dietary restriction.
Check the allergens on the current pack before buying. If you need to eat gluten-free, choose only a syrup waffle with an explicit gluten-free label that meets your requirements.
These brands and product ranges illustrate some of the different options available in the syrup waffle aisle. A gluten-free label, a smaller pack and a claim about less sugar each address a different buying need.
Own-brand range featuring AH butter syrup waffles with less sugar, for anyone specifically looking for a syrup waffle with a substantiated sugar comparison.
Syrup waffles for anyone looking for the traditional syrup filling, which can also be warmed on top of a hot drink.
Alongside standard syrup waffles, Jumbo offers a separate Deliciously Gluten-Free Syrup Waffles option.
Lidl’s own-brand range includes standard butter syrup waffles for anyone mainly looking for this type of syrup waffle.
The range includes Biscotto Mini syrup waffles and Kanjers syrup waffles.
Supermarket range featuring Daelmans syrup waffles, own-brand mini syrup waffles and a separate gluten-free option.
No. According to Albert Heijn, the AH butter syrup waffle with less sugar contains 32% less sugar than the regular AH butter version, but still has 23 g of sugars per 100 g. Check the nutrition table when comparing products.
First compare the nutritional values per 100 g, as the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends when comparing food labels. Then check the weight of each syrup waffle to work out how much you’ll actually take with you or eat.
Follow the storage instructions on the pack you choose and check the best-before date. For its lower-sugar option, Albert Heijn recommends storing it in a cool, dry place and keeping it in a sealed tin once opened.
Not necessarily: AH butter syrup waffles with less sugar list wheat and cereals containing gluten. If you need a gluten-free syrup waffle, look for an explicit gluten-free label and check the current pack; Jumbo describes its Deliciously Gluten-Free Syrup Waffles as carrying the Crossed Grain symbol.
