People who decide their portion in advance
If you fancy a syrup waffle now and then but don’t want to keep reaching into the bag, a clearly stated portion weight or individually wrapped portions are more useful than a waffle that simply looks small.
Who is this relevant to?
People comparing nutritional information
If you want to take energy, sugars or saturated fat into account, compare the nutritional information per 100 g and for the amount you’ll actually eat.
People with dietary requirements or allergies
If you need to avoid certain ingredients or are looking for a vegan option, the current ingredients list, allergen information and product description matter more than the size.
What should you look for when choosing?
When choosing mini syrup waffles, first decide how many you want to eat, then compare the nutritional information for that portion. If ingredients or allergens are a deciding factor for you, check them before making your choice.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| A clearly defined portion | Check the weight and number of waffles in the stated portion, and whether they are individually wrapped. | I want to choose how many waffles to have in advance, so I don’t keep reaching into the bag. For around 46% of consumers considering syrup waffles as a planned treat, having a clearly defined portion comes first. |
| Nutritional information for each occasion | Compare energy, sugars and saturated fat per 100 g, then calculate the values for the portion you want to eat. | If I’m keeping an eye on my intake, I want to know what’s in my own portion rather than relying on the word ‘mini’ or a claim on the front of the pack. Around 36% of these consumers prioritise this comparison of nutritional values. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the current ingredients list and allergen information; check that the specific variety is labelled vegan if that matters to you. | If I have a dietary requirement or allergy, I want to read the label on that exact pack before choosing. This check is the most important consideration for around 18% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming ‘mini’ means a set, small portion
A small waffle doesn’t automatically limit how many you eat. Albert Heijn lists a portion of 8 g for AH Mini stroopwafels, but the next waffle counts too.
Before opening the pack, decide how many you want and set them aside.
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Comparing only the ‘less sugar’ claim
According to Albert Heijn, the stated portion for AH Roomboter minder suiker stroopwafels is 31.5 g, compared with 8 g for AH Mini stroopwafels. So a comparison per 100 g won’t necessarily tell you what you’ll have on that occasion.
Compare the values per 100 g and calculate them for the amount you actually want to eat, too.
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Guessing allergens from the brand or size
A mini version doesn’t tell you anything about its ingredients. Even a syrup waffle labelled vegan may contain ingredients that someone needs to avoid for another reason.
For every variety, read the current ingredients list and allergen information on the pack.
Brands to consider
Daelmans
Daelmans makes mini syrup waffles; the pack listed by Albert Heijn contains 200 g.
- Albert Heijn lists a portion of four minis, weighing 32 g in total.
- Here, four minis make up the stated portion. So don’t assume that one mini represents the portion shown on the label.
AH
The own-label range includes AH Mini stroopwafels and other syrup waffle varieties with different ingredients.
- Albert Heijn lists a portion of 8 g for AH Mini, and says the pack is resealable.
- Don’t compare another AH variety based only on the wording on the front: check the portion weight and nutritional information too.
Jumbo
Jumbo describes a pack containing 18 mini syrup waffles, each weighing 8 g.
- Jumbo says the waffles are individually wrapped; the product listing gives 37 kcal and 3.0 g of sugars per waffle.
- Jumbo said this item was no longer available online when the product was listed. Check current availability if you’re looking for this particular pack.
Sondey
Lidl lists mini butter syrup waffles under the Sondey brand.
- The product description makes it clear that this is a mini butter variety.
- Before comparing this variety with other minis, check the nutritional information and portion weight on the current pack.
PLUS
PLUS lists its own mini syrup waffles in a 300 g pack.
- The pack description helps you identify the mini variety in question.
- For a portion comparison, use the nutritional information per 100 g and per portion on the current pack.
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Frequently asked questions
Are mini syrup waffles automatically a good choice if I’m watching my weight?
No. Size alone doesn’t determine how much you eat. Decide how many to have in advance and check the nutritional information for that amount; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre points out that snacks can contain a lot of sugar or saturated fat.
How can I stop myself from taking more mini syrup waffles from the bag?
Before you start eating, set aside the number you want and close the bag again. An individually wrapped variety can also give you a clear stopping point; check that the pack you choose actually contains separate portions.
Is a syrup waffle with less sugar always a better choice than a mini?
No. First compare the same quantity or the portions you would actually eat. Albert Heijn lists 23 g of sugars per 100 g for AH Roomboter minder suiker stroopwafels, with a stated portion of 31.5 g; the stated portion for AH Mini is 8 g.
Where can I check allergens in mini syrup waffles?
Read the allergen information on the current pack of the variety you’ve chosen. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that prepacked products must show allergen information on the label. Don’t guess the ingredients from the mini size or a vegan label.
How should I store syrup waffles after opening?
Follow the instructions on your pack. For AH Mini stroopwafels, Albert Heijn recommends storing them in a cool, dark and dry place, and putting them in a sealed tin after opening.