For a shared Easter lunch, you can start with a standard pancake mix. Koopmans says its Origineel mix makes 11 to 13 pancakes per pack, while Albert Heijn gives an approximate yield of 12 for AH Naturel. Choose how many packs to buy based on what you plan to serve, then decide how much you want to add yourself and check the label of your chosen mix for any dietary requirements.
Compare the yield per pack with the number of pancakes you want to serve. Koopmans says its Origineel mix makes 11 to 13 pancakes, while Albert Heijn gives an approximate yield of 12 for AH Naturel. Also consider which ingredients you’ll need to add and how many pancakes you can cook at once.
A complete mix can help cut down on the ingredients you need to buy for the batter. According to Albert Heijn’s product information, Koopmans Compleet requires water for the batter; PLUS says the same about its complete mix. You’ll still need butter or oil for cooking.
Before buying, check the ingredients, allergen information and any gluten-free label for your chosen mix. Also check the ingredients you plan to add to the batter yourself.
First, decide how many pancakes you want to make. Then check the preparation instructions and, if you’re catering for guests with dietary requirements, read the label of the exact mix you’re buying.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Yield per pack | Compare the number on the pack with the portions you’re planning. Koopmans says its Origineel mix makes 11 to 13 pancakes; Albert Heijn gives an approximate yield of 12 for AH Naturel. | If I’m cooking for several guests, I want to know in advance whether I’ll have enough batter. A good yield is the top priority for around 36% of consumers. |
| Preparation | Check what you need to add to the batter, and remember to plan for butter or oil for cooking. According to Albert Heijn, Koopmans Compleet requires water for the batter; PLUS says its complete mix requires water. | If I want to avoid measuring out or buying extra ingredients, I’d rather choose a recipe with fewer separate ingredients. Convenience matters most to around 29% of consumers. |
| Gluten and allergens | Check the current ingredients list and the ‘contains’ and ‘may contain’ statements, including on mixes labelled gluten-free. | If a guest needs to avoid gluten or has an allergy, I want to be able to check both the mix and anything I add. This is the main concern for around 21% of consumers. |
| Simple, familiar choice | Check whether the instructions for a standard mix suit the ingredients you already plan to use, and check the yield per pack too. | If I already know how much I need and have checked everyone’s dietary requirements, I mainly want a familiar, straightforward option. Around 14% of consumers put this simple choice first. |
The same pack weight doesn’t mean the stated yield will be the same. Koopmans says its Origineel mix makes 11 to 13 pancakes, while Albert Heijn gives an approximate yield of 10 for Koopmans Compleet.
Plan according to the yield of the exact mix you’re buying, and get extra packs if you want to serve more pancakes.
Standard and complete mixes don’t require the same preparation. The standard mixes we looked at require milk and eggs, while the complete mixes we checked specify water for the batter.
Read the instructions before buying, and remember to get butter or oil for cooking.
A mix labelled gluten-free may still list other allergens. PLUS says that egg and milk may be present in its Koopmans gluten-free mix. What’s more, a label on a dry mix doesn’t automatically tell you whether the batter will be suitable once you’ve added milk or eggs yourself.
Check the current label, including any ‘may contain’ statement, and assess all the ingredients in your recipe.
Lidl lists Belbake Pannenkoekenmix origineel as an in-store product. If you want to use this mix for lunch, it’s best not to wait until you’re cooking to look for an alternative.
Check availability in good time at the shop where you plan to buy the mix.
Koopmans offers standard, complete and gluten-free-labelled pancake mixes, as well as a shaker bottle for making a smaller quantity.
AH Mix voor pannenkoeken naturel is a standard mix for anyone who wants to add their own ingredients to the batter.
Jumbo offers a complete mix and a 400 g organic mix, with different preparation methods.
PLUS offers both a plain and a complete 400 g pancake mix.
Albona is ALDI’s brand of 400 g multigrain pancake mix.
Belbake Pannenkoekenmix origineel is a 400 g mix sold by Lidl.
These mixes suit different quantities for a shared lunch. You can factor the 400 g packs into your plans for a bigger stack, while the smaller packs are better suited to a limited quantity or as an extra. Check the yield and preparation instructions for each mix before deciding how many packs to buy.
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For anyone planning a bigger stack and happy to add their own ingredients to the batter. Compare the yield on the pack with the number of pancakes you want to make, and check the current label for any dietary requirements.
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For a lunch where you’ll be making the batter yourself. Choose how many packs to buy based on the yield stated on the packaging, and check which ingredients you’ll need to add.
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For a smaller quantity when you want to keep preparation simple. Check the amount of water needed and the yield on the pack; you may need several packs for a larger group.
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For a small extra batch rather than the whole stack for lunch. Before buying, check how many pancakes the bottle makes and which ingredients you’ll need for this mix.
No, you can plan your lunch with a standard pancake mix. Koopmans says its Origineel mix makes 11 to 13 pancakes per pack, while Albert Heijn gives an approximate yield of 12 for AH Naturel. Choose how many packs to buy based on what you plan to serve.
Use the stated yield for your chosen mix as a starting point, then compare it with the number of pancakes you want to make for your guests. For example, product information gives a yield of 11 to 13 for Koopmans Origineel, around 12 for AH Naturel and around 10 for Koopmans Compleet.
The standard mixes we looked at require milk and eggs, while the complete mixes we checked specify water for the batter. You’ll also need butter or oil for cooking. Always follow the instructions for the mix you buy.
Read the current label for your chosen mix and check anything you plan to add yourself. If you need a gluten-free option, choose a mix explicitly labelled gluten-free, but don’t assume it’s free from other allergens: PLUS says that egg and milk may be present in its Koopmans gluten-free mix. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains the mandatory allergen information required on labels.
