If you’re cooking for several guests, a standard packet of pancake mix is a sensible choice, provided you include the milk, eggs and cooking fat you’ll need in your shopping plans. Some complete mixes require fewer additions, while a shaker is best suited to a small batch with little measuring. If you have a food allergy, always check the label on the exact pack.
If you’re making pancakes for several guests, the number of pancakes per packet and the ingredients you need to add yourself matter. Compare the instructions for standard mixes before finalising your shopping list.
For a small Christmas breakfast, a complete mix or shaker can mean less measuring. Check how many pancakes the pack makes and whether you’ll still need milk or cooking fat.
If you’re cooking for someone who needs to avoid certain ingredients, check the ingredients and allergens on the exact packet. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre highlights the importance of label information for food allergies.
First decide how many pancakes you want to make and which additions you already have at home. Then check the preparation instructions and the label.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Quantity and additions | Check how many pancakes each packet makes and whether you need to add milk, eggs or cooking fat. | If I’m cooking for a full Christmas table, I want to know whether one packet will be enough and what else I’ll need. For around 33% of consumers, planning for several people comes first. |
| Preparation | Check whether you need water or milk and how many pancakes the pack makes. | For a small Christmas breakfast, I want to do as little measuring as possible and avoid making a large amount of batter. Around 27% of consumers prioritise simple preparation. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Check the ingredients, allergens and any cross-contamination information on the exact packet. | If I’m cooking for a guest with a food allergy, I need to be able to check the packaging before using the mix. For around 20% of consumers, checking the label is the top priority. |
| Variety on the table | Choose a type of mix to suit the sweet or savoury pancakes you want to serve. | For a Christmas brunch with a range of toppings, I want the flexibility to serve the pancakes in more than one way. This variety is a priority for around 20% of consumers. |
For AH Mix voor pannenkoeken naturel 400 g, Albert Heijn lists three eggs and 800 ml semi-skimmed milk among the additions. Koopmans also says that its Pannenkoeken Origineel requires milk, eggs and butter or oil.
Read the instructions on the packet you choose and add the required ingredients to your Christmas shopping list straight away.
For PLUS Complete mix voor pannenkoeken, PLUS lists water as an addition, as well as cooking butter or oil for preparation.
Check the instructions for each complete mix individually to see what you need to add and what you’ll need to cook the pancakes.
A product title doesn’t provide all the information on the label. Lidl directs shoppers to the packaging for ingredients, allergens and nutritional information about its food products.
Before using the product, read the label on the exact pack, including any information about cross-contamination.
Koopmans offers standard pancake mixes and shakers, among other products; the additions required vary by product.
The AH range includes plain, multigrain and wholemeal mixes, so you can compare the types and preparation methods.
Jumbo’s range includes a 400 g plain mix and a 400 g complete mix.
Belbake Pannenkoekenmix origineel is a Lidl product you can compare with other standard mixes.
The Albona range at ALDI includes both a plain and a multigrain pancake mix.
PLUS offers plain and complete mixes, as well as a mix in a bottle, with different preparation methods.
These products include packets of mix for making several pancakes, as well as smaller options for a small batch. Choose according to the quantity you need, the instructions on the packaging and any ingredients you need to avoid.
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A packet worth considering if you’re cooking for several guests. Check how many pancakes the packaging says you can make and which additions you’ll need.
Pack size: 400 g. If you have a food allergy, check the ingredients and allergens on the label.
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A standard mix for making several pancakes. Include the additions listed in the preparation instructions in your shopping plans.
Pack size: 400 g. Check the yield and label for the exact product.
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A shaker worth considering if you want to make a small batch with little measuring. Check what you need to add before cooking.
Pack size: 175 g. Compare the yield on the label with the number of pancakes you need.
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A compact complete mix for a small batch. Read the instructions to find out which additions and cooking fat this product requires.
Pack size: 210 g. Check the yield and allergens on the packaging.
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A small pack worth considering if you only need a little mix. Check the preparation instructions and yield before planning for several people.
Pack size: 100 g. If you have a food allergy, check the label on the exact pack.
You might: PLUS lists 700 ml water and cooking butter or oil for its Complete mix voor pannenkoeken. Check the instructions on the exact packet, as the additions required vary by mix.
No. If you have a food allergy, check the label on the exact pack. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre highlights why this matters, and Lidl also directs shoppers to the packaging for ingredients and allergens in its food products.
Check that the exact pack is labelled gluten-free, and read the ingredients and any information about cross-contamination. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre identifies coeliac disease, wheat allergy and gluten sensitivity as conditions where gluten needs to be avoided; a standard product name is no substitute for checking the label.
A shaker is a good fit for a small batch with little measuring, while a packet is worth considering if you want to make more pancakes. Check the yield and required additions for both: Koopmans says you add milk to its shaker mix.
