Shoppers comparing packs
You make pancakes regularly and want to know how much mix you get and what else you’ll need. With a standard mix, milk, eggs and cooking fat may need to go on your shopping list.
Who is each mix best for?
Home cooks who want less measuring
You’d like to use fewer separate ingredients. PLUS Complete is made with water, but you’ll still need butter or oil for cooking.
Shoppers who read labels carefully
You look out for specific ingredients or allergens, such as wheat, milk and egg. Check the exact pack you’re buying: a standard mix and a complete mix may differ.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start by checking what you already have at home and how much mix you need. Then read the instructions and, if the ingredients matter to you, check the label on the version you’ve chosen.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Pack size and extra ingredients | Check the pack weight and which ingredients you’ll need to add yourself. | If I make pancakes regularly, I want to know how many I can make from a pack and what else I’ll need. Around 50% of consumers put these essentials first. |
| Ease of preparation | Check whether the mix calls for water or milk and eggs; also check if you’ll need cooking fat. | If I want to use fewer separate ingredients, I prefer a preparation method that suits me. Around 30% of consumers make ease of use their top priority. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients list and allergen information on the exact pack, including for a gluten-free version. | If I have a food allergy, I need to be able to check whether this particular pack is suitable. For around 20% of consumers, checking the label comes before other considerations. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a standard mix contains all the ingredients
According to the instructions, PLUS natural pancake mix also needs milk, eggs and butter or oil.
Before choosing, read the instructions and check which ingredients you already have at home.
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Assuming ‘complete’ means ‘no extra ingredients needed’
PLUS Complete calls for water and cooking fat. The ingredients also include wheat, milk ingredients and egg.
Check both the preparation instructions and allergen information; the mix’s name alone isn’t enough.
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Tasting raw batter
According to the Voedingscentrum, raw batter containing flour or egg can make you ill.
Don’t eat the batter raw, and cook the pancakes thoroughly.
Brands to compare
Koopmans
Jumbo stocks a range of Koopmans mixes, including Origineel, multigrain, wholemeal and gluten-free pancake mixes, as well as shaker bottles.
- There are several options if you’re looking for a particular type of mix.
- According to the preparation information, Koopmans Origineel needs milk and eggs; check whether you’ll also need cooking fat.
AH
Albert Heijn sells its own pancake mixes, including natural and other grain and preparation variations.
- You can compare different types of mix within the own-brand range.
- Check the ingredients and preparation instructions for each version, as they vary between mixes.
PLUS
PLUS offers a natural pancake mix and a complete mix in 400 g packs.
- The instructions make the difference clear: PLUS natural calls for milk and eggs, while PLUS Complete uses water.
- You’ll still need butter or oil to cook either version.
Albona
Albona is an ALDI brand of baking products, including a natural pancake mix.
- The natural version is an option if you’re looking for a standard basic mix.
- Check the pack you choose to see which ingredients you’ll need to add and which allergens are listed.
Belbake
Lidl lists an original Belbake pancake mix that makes around 12 pancakes.
- The stated yield helps you decide whether the pack is right for your cooking plans.
- Lidl marks this mix as ‘in-store only’, so don’t assume it’s available for home delivery.
Pancake mixes on Joybuy
These mixes are designed for making pancakes at home: a 400 g Koopmans version and a 100 g Xiaoyeqingzhu version. When choosing, check what you’ll need to add and whether the label meets your needs.
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Koopmans Wholegrains pancake mix, 400 g
For making pancakes at home with a 400 g pack. You’ll need milk, eggs and cooking fat to prepare it. Check the label for wheat, oats, rye and barley, and look out for the warning that it may contain egg and milk.
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Xiaoyeqingzhu milk-flavoured pancake mix, 100 g
If you’re looking for a smaller pack of pancake mix to use at home, this could be the one for you. You’ll need water and an egg to prepare it. The ‘milk-flavoured’ description doesn’t tell you whether the mix is suitable for someone with a milk allergy, so check the ingredients and allergen information on the pack.
Frequently asked questions
What’s the difference between standard and complete pancake mix?
One difference is what you need to add during preparation. According to the instructions, PLUS natural calls for milk and eggs, while PLUS Complete is made with water. You’ll still need butter or oil to cook either version.
What should I look out for regarding gluten, milk or egg?
Read the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack, as these vary between versions. PLUS natural lists wheat and oats, among other ingredients, and warns that it may contain egg and milk; PLUS Complete lists wheat, milk ingredients and egg. If you need a gluten-free mix, check that the version is explicitly labelled as gluten-free and read its packaging.
Can I taste pancake batter raw?
Don’t eat pancake batter raw; cook the pancakes thoroughly. The Voedingscentrum warns that raw batter containing flour or egg can make you ill.
Can I get Lidl’s Belbake pancake mix delivered?
Don’t assume the original Belbake pancake mix is available for delivery: Lidl lists this version as ‘in-store only’. Check the latest store information if you specifically want to buy this mix.