Breakfast shoppers on a strict weekly budget
You want to work out in advance how much mix and how many extra ingredients you’ll need for breakfast. So compare the net weight of each pack and read the instructions for the variety you’ve chosen.
Who is this for?
Families planning to make pancakes
You’re looking for the right amount to feed everyone. Check whether the pack gives an estimated yield and whether you need to add milk and eggs, or if you can make a complete mix with water.
Shoppers checking grains and allergens
You want to know which grains are in the exact mix and which allergens are listed on the pack. A name such as wholegrain or multigrain doesn’t replace checking the label.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide how many pancakes you want to make, then check which ingredients you’ll need. If you have specific dietary requirements, read the label for the exact variety.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
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| Amount of mix | Compare the net weight with the number of pancakes you want to make. Check the stated yield, if the pack gives one. | When I’m shopping for a sweet breakfast, I want a pack that suits the number of portions I need. Around 45% of consumers prioritise the amount of mix. |
| Preparation | Check how much milk, eggs, water or cooking fat the exact variety calls for. | I don’t want to find out halfway through cooking that I need extra ingredients. Preparation is the most important factor for around 36% of consumers. |
| Grains and allergens | Check the ingredients list and allergen information on the pack you’ve chosen. | If I’m looking for a particular type of grain or need to avoid an allergen, I want to be able to check the exact ingredients. Ingredients and allergens are the top priority for around 19% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Only considering the mix
According to the instructions, PLUS plain pancake mix also needs milk, eggs and butter or oil. Albert Heijn says Koopmans Compleet is made with water.
Before buying, read the instructions for the exact variety and check which ingredients you already have at home.
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Assuming wholegrain means allergen-free
PLUS wholegrain mix contains wheat and oats, and its packaging states that it may contain egg and milk, among other allergens. So the grain description doesn’t tell you everything you need to know if you have an allergy.
Check the ingredients and allergen information on the pack you’re actually buying, even if you’re familiar with another variety from the same brand.
Brands to consider
ALBONA
ALBONA is ALDI’s own brand, which sells 400 g packs of pancake mix.
- ALDI Netherlands lists a plain variety alongside another pancake mix.
- ALDI says its plain variety is made with milk and eggs; check the instructions on the pack you choose.
PLUS
PLUS sells 400 g packs of plain and wholegrain pancake mix.
- PLUS provides ingredient, allergen and preparation information for these varieties.
- The plain and wholegrain varieties have different preparation instructions, so follow those on the box you choose.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists own-brand mixes in varieties including plain, multigrain and wholegrain, as well as Koopmans options.
- The own-brand plain and multigrain mixes are both listed in 400 g packs.
- Check the information for the specific variety for preparation instructions and allergens.
Koopmans
Koopmans makes several pancake mixes, including an original mix, a complete mix and a shaker bottle.
- According to Albert Heijn, Koopmans Compleet only needs water, and one pack makes around 10 pancakes.
- Don’t assume other Koopmans varieties have the same preparation instructions or yield; check the exact pack.
Belbake
Lidl Netherlands stocks Belbake Original Pancake Mix.
- An option to consider if you shop at Lidl.
- Check the net weight, ingredients and preparation instructions on the pack you choose.
Pancake mixes at Joybuy
These Koopmans varieties are worth considering if you’re choosing between a grain-based mix, a complete mix and a shaker bottle for a sweet breakfast. Compare the net weight and preparation instructions for each variety.
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Koopmans Wholegrains Pancake Mix, 400 g
For anyone who wants to compare the grains used when choosing a pancake mix.
Check the preparation instructions and, if you have an allergy, the allergen information for this exact pack.
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Koopmans Pancakes Complete, 210 g
A complete mix to consider if you’d like to add fewer ingredients yourself.
Check the pack to see how much water this variety needs and whether the yield suits the number of people you’re serving.
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Koopmans Shaker Pancakes, 175 g
A shaker bottle to consider if you want to make a smaller batch of pancakes.
Check how much milk you need to add to this variety and whether the yield suits your breakfast.
Frequently asked questions
What do I need to add to pancake mix?
It depends on the exact variety. PLUS says its plain mix needs milk, eggs and butter or oil, while Albert Heijn says Koopmans Compleet is made with water. So check the instructions on the pack you choose.
How should I allow for toppings for a sweet breakfast?
As well as deciding how many pancakes to make, work out how much topping you’d like per person. Syrup, icing sugar and fruit aren’t included with the mix, so check what you already have at home.
How can I check for allergens in pancake mix?
Before buying and using the mix, read the ingredients list and allergen information on the exact pack. PLUS says its wholegrain mix contains wheat and oats and may contain egg and milk, among other allergens. Don’t rely on the product name alone.