Choose a complete mix if you want to add only water to the batter. A shaker bottle saves you a bowl and whisk, but check whether you need to add milk or leave the batter to rest. If the type of grain matters most to you, compare wholegrain and multigrain mixes by their ingredients. Whichever mix you choose, you’ll still need to cook the pancakes.
Want to make batter quickly at home, without lots of separate ingredients or mixing equipment? Compare complete mixes and shaker bottles, checking the full preparation instructions. You’ll still need to cook the pancakes, even with these options.
If wholegrains or fibre matter to you, check which grains are actually in the mix. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that wholegrain products generally contain more fibre than products made with refined flour; the product name alone won’t tell you everything about its ingredients.
If you’re feeding several people, pack size, stated yield and any extra ingredients you’ll need are useful points of comparison. A standard mix may call for milk and eggs, while a complete mix may only require water.
Start with the part of your morning that matters most: making the batter, choosing the grains, checking the ingredients or making enough pancakes. Whichever option you choose, remember to allow time for cooking, too.
| What matters | What to check before buying | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Minimal preparation | Check which liquid and mixing steps are needed, and whether the batter needs to rest. | If I want to make batter before heading out, I want to use as few separate ingredients and pieces of equipment as possible; around 33% of consumers prioritise minimal preparation. |
| Wholegrain or multigrain | Compare the grains listed in the ingredients and check the nutritional information per 100 g. | If I’m mainly concerned with the grains used, I want to know what’s actually in the mix; around 27% of consumers give this the highest priority. |
| Allergens and dietary requirements | Read the latest ingredients and allergen information, including any warnings on the packaging. | If I need to avoid certain ingredients, both the mix and its preparation need to suit my needs; this is the main concern for around 20% of consumers. |
| Several portions | Check the pack size, stated yield and which ingredients you need to add yourself. | If I’m cooking for several people, I want to know in advance how many pancakes I can make and what I’ll need to have at home; this matters most to around 20% of consumers. |
A complete mix may call for water, while a plain mix may need milk and eggs. Any extra ingredients will affect how much preparation is involved.
Read the preparation instructions before you buy, and check whether you’ll also need cooking fat or oil.
These terms don’t tell you by themselves which grains are in the mix or what the finished pancakes are made from.
Compare the ingredients and nutritional information for the specific products. Also consider your portion size and toppings.
Ingredients and allergen information can change. That’s why Albert Heijn recommends checking the packaging, even if you’ve looked at the product before.
Check the latest label and any cross-contamination warnings before use. Also check the ingredients you plan to add to the batter yourself.
Koopmans offers pancake mixes with different preparation methods and grain bases, including Compleet, a shaker bottle and Volkoren.
Alongside branded products, Albert Heijn lists its own plain, multigrain and wholegrain pancake mixes.
Jumbo’s online range shows several Koopmans pancake mixes, including boxes and a shaker bottle.
Lidl lists Belbake Original Pancake Mix as a separate product.
ALDI lists plain and multigrain pancake mixes under its Albona own-brand range.
PLUS lists plain, wholegrain and complete pancake mixes, as well as a plain mix in a bottle.
These mixes offer different ways to get a quick breakfast at home: use less mixing equipment, choose a wholegrain base or make batter for several pancakes. Always compare the extra ingredients needed and remember to allow time for cooking.
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A good choice if you want to use less mixing equipment: add water to this shaker bottle and shake the batter. You’ll still need to cook the pancakes afterwards; if you have allergies, check the latest packaging.
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An option to consider if you’re looking for a mix made with wholegrains. Have milk, eggs and butter or oil ready, too. Check the latest packaging for the ingredients and allergen information.
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Add water and an egg to make the batter, then cook the pancakes in a pan. Check the packaging if you need to make a particular number of pancakes, and check the ingredients if you have allergies.
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A standard mix for making several pancakes. Make sure you have milk, eggs and butter or oil, too; this mix doesn’t only need water for the batter. If you have allergies, check the latest packaging.
A complete mix may be suitable: according to Albert Heijn’s product information, you add 700 ml of water to Koopmans Compleet to make around 10 pancakes. You’ll still need a pan and cooking fat or oil to cook them; check the instructions for the variety you buy.
No. Compare the full preparation time, not just the mixing. According to PLUS, its plain mix in a bottle needs milk, a minute of vigorous shaking and then 2 to 3 minutes to rest before you start cooking.
The terms don’t necessarily mean the same thing, so check which grains are in the specific mix. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, wholegrain products generally contain more fibre than products made with refined flour. To choose a product, compare the ingredients and nutritional information, too.
Yes. Check the latest ingredients and allergen information before using the mix. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains that allergens must be clearly listed on the label of pre-packed foods; Albert Heijn also notes that product information can change.
Don’t taste Koopmans Compleet batter raw. Albert Heijn’s product information says it isn’t intended to be eaten raw and must be heated through.
