Who is this choice relevant to?

Shoppers who want to check the organic label

You want to be able to see on the packaging that the mix is organic. The EU organic logo is a recognisable indicator, as the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) explains.

Anyone planning a savoury Sunday meal

You want to serve pancakes with a savoury filling or topping, and need to know how much batter you can make and which ingredients you’ll still need. Koopmans and PLUS suggest savoury uses for Koopmans Bio Multigrain.

Home bakers comparing ingredients

You check the types of flour, allergens and preparation instructions before choosing a mix. These details vary between the wheat, multigrain and buckwheat mixes reviewed.

What should you look for when choosing?

For pancakes as part of a Sunday meal, first check the organic label, then decide which flour base and preparation method suit your plans. A savoury pancake is one possible dish alongside other parts of the meal, not a replacement for a roast.

Organic wheat mix

A good choice when: You’re looking for a simple flour base; Jumbo Organic Pancake Mix contains organic wheat flour.

Keep in mind: The Jumbo mix contains wheat and, according to the product information, requires 1.000 ml of milk and 2 eggs.

Organic multigrain mix

A good choice when: You want to use a variety of flours for savoury pancakes; Koopmans Bio Multigrain contains wheat, oats, maize and buckwheat.

Keep in mind: Koopmans’ standard recipe calls for 900 ml of milk, 4 eggs and butter or oil. Check the allergen information too.

Organic buckwheat mix

A good choice when: You want buckwheat as the main ingredient; according to PLUS, the Smaakt mix contains 90% organic buckwheat flour.

Keep in mind: The preparation instructions call for 5 eggs, 900 ml of milk and salt. Buckwheat as an ingredient does not, by itself, mean a product is labelled gluten-free.

What to consider What should you check? Who is it most relevant to?
Organic label Look for the EU organic logo or an organic certification statement on the current packaging. I want to check that the mix really is organic, rather than relying on words such as natural. This is the top priority for around 40% of consumers.
Savoury options Check whether the supplier mentions savoury pancakes and how much batter the packet makes according to the preparation instructions. For my Sunday meal, I want to know whether I can make savoury pancakes for the number of people I’m expecting. This kind of meal planning matters most to around 30% of consumers.
Type of flour and allergens Read the ingredients, full allergen information and any explicit dietary labels on the packaging. I want to know in advance which types of flour and potential allergens my choice contains. For around 20% of consumers, the ingredients are the first priority.
Availability Check whether the organic variety you want is available and which other ingredients you’ll need to buy for the recipe. If I’m planning to make pancakes on Sunday, I want to get the right mix and everything else I need in good time. For around 10% of consumers, this practical planning takes priority over the other considerations.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming natural or multigrain means organic

    These words alone don’t show that a pancake mix is organic. The Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) points to the EU organic logo as a recognisable certification mark.

    Check the organic label on the current packaging before comparing the mix with other organic options.

  • Only planning to buy the packet of mix

    The mixes reviewed also call for ingredients such as milk and eggs, and the quantities vary by product.

    Read the preparation instructions before you shop, and make sure there’s enough batter for your meal.

    Making the batter and cooking the pancakes yourself also takes time and preparation.

  • Assuming buckwheat or plant-based ingredients guarantee a dietary claim

    A buckwheat mix is not automatically labelled gluten-free. Koopmans describes a plant-based way to prepare Bio Multigrain, but according to the product information, the mix may also contain traces of egg and milk.

    If you have specific dietary requirements or allergies, check the current ingredients, possible traces and explicit claims on the packaging.

  • Treating an online preparation guide as definitive

    Ingredients and instructions can change. The online preparation information for AH Organic Multigrain Mix is also unclear.

    Follow the instructions and allergen information on the packaging of the variety you actually buy.

Brands to consider

Jumbo

Jumbo Organic Pancake Mix is a 400 g organic mix made with wheat flour.

  • The product information lists organic wheat flour and a recipe using 1.000 ml of milk and 2 eggs.
  • The mix contains wheat and gluten. Check the rest of the allergen information on the packaging too.

Koopmans

Bio Multigrain combines organic wheat, oats, maize and buckwheat. Koopmans and PLUS also suggest using it to make savoury pancakes.

  • As well as the standard recipe, Koopmans provides a version made with plant-based ingredients.
  • The mix contains wheat and oats and may contain egg, milk and rye. Using a plant-based recipe does not remove the possibility of traces.

Smaakt

According to PLUS, the organic buckwheat pancake mix contains 90% buckwheat flour, as well as tapioca flour.

  • Its ingredients make it a clear alternative to the wheat and multigrain mixes mentioned here for shoppers looking for buckwheat as the main ingredient.
  • The product information mentions possible traces of peanuts, soya, nuts and sesame. Don’t assume a product is labelled gluten-free based on its type of flour.

Albert Heijn

According to Albert Heijn, AH Organic Multigrain Pancake Mix contains organic spelt, rye and wheat flour. The product page also displays the EU organic logo and Skal 001920.

  • The types of flour listed make the ingredients in this multigrain variety easy to identify.
  • Check the current packaging for allergens and preparation instructions: the online preparation information is unclear.

Joannusmolen

Ekoplaza describes Joannusmolen’s organic pancake mix as a blend of wheat flour, buckwheat flour and sea salt.

  • The ingredients listed provide a simple flour base for anyone who wants to prepare the batter themselves.
  • The mix contains gluten. Check the packaging if the ingredients or nutritional information matter to your choice.

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Frequently asked questions

How can I recognise an organic pancake mix?

Look for the EU organic logo or a clear organic certification statement on the current packaging. The Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) describes the green EU logo as an indicator of organic products; words such as natural and multigrain are not a substitute.

Is buckwheat pancake mix automatically gluten-free?

No. Buckwheat as an ingredient does not automatically mean the mix is labelled gluten-free. Check the explicit product claim and allergen information on the current packaging of the variety you want to use.

Can I prepare Koopmans Bio Multigrain without animal products?

Yes. Koopmans gives a Bio Multigrain recipe that uses plant-based milk and apple purée instead of egg. Check the current packaging if possible traces of egg or milk are relevant to you; preparing the mix with plant-based ingredients does not change its allergen information.

Can I eat Koopmans Bio Multigrain batter raw?

No. According to Koopmans’ product information, the batter is not intended to be eaten raw. Cook the pancakes according to the instructions on the packaging.