Which mix is right for you?

If you’re cooking for a group

If you’re making several pancakes over the autumn half-term, check the pack size and stated yield. Also make sure you have the ingredients you’ll need for the batter and cooking.

If you want to keep preparation to a minimum

A complete mix is worth considering if you’d rather use water for the batter than add milk and eggs separately. Do read the instructions, though: you may still need butter or oil for cooking.

If you check ingredients carefully

If certain ingredients need to be avoided, always refer to the ingredients list on the exact pack you’re buying. Check the allergen information too, including any warning about possible traces of other allergens.

What should you look for when choosing?

Start with the ingredients you already have, then compare the preparation methods and check the label of your chosen mix before buying.

What to consider What should you check? Who is this important for?
Extra ingredients Check which ingredients you need to add yourself and how much mix is in the pack. If I’m cooking for a group, I don’t want to find out halfway through that I’m out of milk or eggs. For around 37% of consumers, avoiding extra shopping is the top priority.
Easy preparation Check whether water is all you need for the batter and what you’ll need for cooking. When I’m cooking on a whim, I want to get started without lots of preparation. Around 27% of consumers prioritise a short list of ingredients and equipment.
Ingredients and allergens Read the ingredients list, allergen information and any warnings on the packaging. If someone needs to avoid certain ingredients, I want to be able to check the exact mix before I start cooking. This is the top priority for around 18% of consumers.
Grain variety and yield Compare the stated grains, pack size and any stated yield per pack. I want a particular type of grain and enough pancakes to share as a snack. This is the most important consideration for around 18% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Forgetting what you need to add yourself

    A plain mix may call for milk, eggs and cooking fat. PLUS lists these ingredients in the preparation instructions for PLUS Naturel.

    Read the instructions before you shop and check what you already have at home.

  • Assuming a complete mix is allergen-free

    Only needing to add water to the batter doesn’t tell you anything about the ingredients in the mix. According to the product information, PLUS Complete contains wheat, milk and egg, among other ingredients.

    Check the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack, even with a complete mix.

  • Tasting the batter raw

    The product information for Koopmans Original Pancake Mix states that the batter is not intended to be eaten raw.

    Follow the instructions for your chosen mix and cook the pancakes all the way through.

Brands and own-label options to consider

Albona

ALDI own-label brand with plain and multigrain pancake mixes.

  • The two options let you choose between a basic mix and a multigrain mix.
  • Check the packaging in store to see what you’ll need to add yourself.

PLUS

Own-label brand with 400 g packs of Naturel and Complete pancake mix.

  • According to the preparation instructions, you use water for the batter with PLUS Complete.
  • PLUS Naturel calls for milk and eggs; for both options, also check what you’ll need for cooking.

Koopmans

Brand offering original, complete and multigrain pancake mixes, among other options.

  • Koopmans Compleet is an option if you want to make the batter with water.
  • Albert Heijn lists milk and eggs as additions for Koopmans Meergranen; check each option separately.

Belbake

Lidl’s baking brand, with original and multigrain pancake mixes among its range.

  • The multigrain option is an alternative if you’re looking for a different type of grain.
  • Check the packaging to see which ingredients you need to add yourself.

Albert Heijn

Retailer with its own pancake mix as well as Koopmans options in its range.

  • The product information for Koopmans Meergranen states a yield of 11 to 13 pancakes per 400 g pack.
  • The instructions also call for milk, eggs and butter or oil. Check the current packaging for ingredients and allergens.

Pancake mix at Joybuy

This mix is worth considering if you’re making pancakes to share as a snack and want to check in advance which other ingredients you’ll need.

Koopmans Original Pancake Mix 400 g

Koopmans Original Pancake Mix 400 g

A mix for making pancakes to share as a snack. The pack contains 400 g of mix. Before cooking, check which ingredients the instructions ask you to add. If you have allergies, read the label on the pack.

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Frequently asked questions

Which mix is useful if I don’t have milk or eggs at home?

A complete mix is worth considering. PLUS says to use water for the batter with PLUS Complete, although you’ll still need butter or oil for cooking. Follow the instructions on the pack you choose.

Should I check for allergens in a complete pancake mix?

Yes. Simple preparation instructions don’t tell you anything about allergens: according to the product information, PLUS Complete contains wheat, milk and egg, among other ingredients. Always check the ingredients list and allergen information on the exact pack.

Can I taste pancake batter raw?

Not with Koopmans Original Pancake Mix: the product information states that the batter is not intended to be eaten raw and must be cooked all the way through. Follow the instructions on the packaging for other mixes too.