If you’re looking for a pancake mix with seeds for Easter, don’t rely on the ‘multigrain’ label alone: check that the seeds you want are listed in the ingredients of your chosen mix. A complete mix may suit you better if you want to add fewer ingredients to the batter. If you need a gluten-free option, the label and allergen information on the current packaging are what matter.
If you’re cooking for several guests, a complete mix can shorten your shopping list for the batter. PLUS says its Complete mix needs water, as well as butter or oil for the pan. Check the allergens if you’re cooking for other people.
For an Easter breakfast, you could choose a multigrain mix for the grains it lists. Koopmans lists wheat, buckwheat and oats, among other ingredients, in its multigrain mix; this doesn’t confirm that the mix contains seeds.
Check the gluten-free label on the exact product and read the other ingredients and allergen information too. Remember to consider what you add to the batter and the toppings when making your choice.
First decide whether seeds, easy preparation or a dietary requirement will guide your choice. Then work out how many pancakes you want to make for your guests.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Grains and seeds | Check which grains and any seeds are listed separately in the ingredients. ‘Multigrain’ on its own doesn’t mean that the mix contains seeds. | If you specifically want seeds in your pancakes, make sure they’re listed on the packaging of your chosen mix. An estimated 30% of consumers prioritise grains or seeds. |
| Preparation | Compare what you need to add to the batter and whether you’ll need butter or oil for the pan. | If you’re cooking for several guests, you’ll want to know in advance what to buy. An estimated 40% of consumers prioritise easy preparation. |
| Allergens | Check the ingredients and allergen information for the exact product, including any relevant additions and toppings. | If a guest needs a gluten-free option or has a food allergy, make sure the meal you choose meets their needs. For an estimated 20% of consumers, this is the first priority. |
| Quantity | Check the pack size and any stated pancake yield; the actual number will also depend on how you cook them. | If you’re cooking for a larger group, you’ll want to work out how many packs you need. The quantity required is the starting point for an estimated 10% of consumers. |
A list of grains or flours doesn’t confirm that the mix contains seeds. Koopmans lists several grains in its multigrain mix; for its organic multigrain version, PLUS lists several types of flour.
Check the ingredients list for the seeds you want before choosing a mix for that reason.
With a complete mix, water may be all you need for the batter, but you may still need butter or oil for cooking. PLUS lists both for its Complete mix.
Read the cooking instructions on the pack you choose before planning the rest of your Easter shopping.
A name such as ‘complete’ or ‘multigrain’ doesn’t tell you which allergens are in the product you’ve chosen. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre highlights the importance of checking food labels if you have a food allergy.
Read the current packaging and check what you’ll be adding to the batter and serving on top too.
Koopmans offers pancake mixes in a range of varieties, including Original, Complete, multigrain and gluten-free.
Albert Heijn’s own-brand range includes plain, complete, multigrain, wholemeal and spelt mixes.
PLUS’s own-brand range includes plain and complete pancake mixes, both in 400 g packs.
ALDI lists a 400 g Albona multigrain baking mix for pancakes.
Lidl lists a 400 g Belbake Original pancake mix.
No. The label ‘multigrain’ doesn’t, on its own, confirm that the mix contains seeds. Koopmans lists several grains in its multigrain mix; if you’re looking for specific seeds, check the ingredients list on the pack you choose.
A complete mix that you make up with water could be a good option. PLUS says its Complete mix needs 700 ml of water per 400 g pack, but also recommends butter or oil for the pan. Check the instructions and allergen information for the product you buy.
Don’t choose a standard mix without checking for a gluten-free label and reviewing the current ingredients and allergen information. The Koopmans Original described by PLUS contains wheat and rye, among other ingredients. If you choose a gluten-free mix, check the additions, toppings and preparation too.
Store it in a cool, dry, dark place and keep it tightly sealed, as advised by the Netherlands Nutrition Centre. Also follow the instructions on the packaging of your mix.
