Who should choose which option?

For anyone who wants to bake quickly for guests

With the Koopmans and PLUS variants mentioned, you just add water to the complete mix. Check how many pancakes the pack makes, and have butter or oil ready for the pan.

For anyone who cares about grain blends and texture

Multigrain and wholemeal mixes are worth considering. If you’re choosing a mix because it contains seeds, check the ingredients list to see whether they’re included.

For anyone who needs to consider allergens for guests

Check the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack, as well as anything you need to add yourself according to the recipe. A complete mix isn’t automatically free from milk or egg.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, decide what matters most for your coffee break: keeping extra ingredients to a minimum, choosing a particular grain blend or checking for allergens. Then compare the preparation instructions and ingredients on the specific pack.

What to consider What should you check? Who is this most important for?
Preparation and yield Check what you need to add to the mix and how many pancakes the pack says it makes. If guests are coming, I want to be able to bake without having to buy milk or eggs. For around 40% of consumers, simple preparation is the top priority.
Grains and seeds Read which grains are included, and check the ingredients list separately for seeds. I’m looking for a mix because of its grain blend or texture, and don’t want to confuse ‘multigrain’ with ‘contains seeds’. This is the main consideration for around 30% of consumers.
Ingredients and allergens Check the allergen information on the pack and the ingredients you’ll add to the batter yourself. If I’m baking for guests with an allergy or dietary requirement, I need to know exactly what will be in the batter. This check is a priority for around 30% of consumers.

Common misconceptions

  • Assuming ‘multigrain’ means ‘contains seeds’

    A multigrain mix can contain different grains without any added seeds. The Koopmans multigrain mix listed by Jumbo includes wheat, oats, maize and buckwheat as its grains.

    Check the ingredients list on the pack you’re buying for the seeds you want.

  • Assuming a complete mix is allergen-free

    Only needing to add water to a mix doesn’t tell you which allergens are already in it.

    Read the allergen information on the exact pack, and check what you’ll add when baking, too.

  • Overlooking how many pancakes each pack makes

    If you’re having several guests over for coffee, the amount you’ll need can vary between mixes. Not all mixes require the same additions either.

    Compare the stated yield and preparation instructions before working out how many packs you need.

  • Relying on an old product page instead of the current label

    Ingredients and allergen information can change, so an older product description may not match the pack you have in front of you.

    When you buy it, check the ingredients, allergens and preparation instructions on the pack.

Brands to compare

Koopmans

Koopmans offers original, complete, multigrain and wholemeal mixes, as well as shaker-bottle versions.

  • According to Albert Heijn, you add water to the complete mix – unlike the preparation method for an original mix.
  • The word ‘multigrain’ doesn’t confirm that a mix contains seeds. Check the allergen information for your chosen variant, too.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn’s range includes own-brand mixes such as plain, complete, multigrain, wholemeal and spelt, alongside branded products.

  • The different types of mix give you a starting point for comparing preparation methods and grain blends.
  • The category name doesn’t tell you which ingredients are in an individual pack.

Jumbo

Jumbo’s range includes own-brand plain, complete and wholemeal mixes, as well as other pancake mixes.

  • You can compare different types of mix side by side.
  • Check the ingredients and dietary information for each product; a range overview doesn’t confirm these details for every mix.

PLUS

PLUS offers a plain boxed mix, a complete mix and a plain shaker-bottle mix, among other options.

  • According to PLUS, you add water to the complete mix. Its plain boxed mix requires milk and eggs, while the shaker-bottle mix requires milk.
  • Check the current ingredients and allergen information on the pack for each variant.

ALDI / Albona

ALDI lists a 400 g Albona multigrain pancake baking mix.

  • The multigrain variant is an option to consider if you’re looking at the grain blend.
  • Check the pack to see whether it contains the seeds you want and which allergens are listed.

Lidl / Belbake

Lidl lists Belbake Original Pancake Mix in a 400 g pack.

  • According to Lidl, the pack makes around 12 pancakes, which can help you plan for guests.
  • Check the pack for ingredients, allergens and preparation instructions.

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Frequently asked questions

Is multigrain pancake mix the same as a mix with seeds?

No: ‘multigrain’ on its own doesn’t confirm that a mix contains seeds. The Koopmans multigrain mix listed by Jumbo includes wheat, oats, maize and buckwheat. If you’re specifically looking for seeds, check the ingredients list on the pack.

Which mix needs few extra ingredients?

A complete mix is a practical choice: with the Koopmans and PLUS variants mentioned, you add water, as well as butter or oil for the pan. Still, check the ingredients in the mix itself, especially if you’re baking for someone with an allergy.

Is the product name enough to check for allergens?

No. Read the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack, and remember to check any milk, eggs or other ingredients required by the recipe, too. According to the EU’s Your Europe portal, allergens in prepacked foods must be highlighted in the ingredients list.

Can I keep batter in a shaker bottle for later?

Follow the instructions for the shaker bottle you’ve chosen. PLUS says to use the batter immediately after mixing it with milk and not to store it.