Home cooks who like to make their own batter
If you want to add the milk and eggs yourself and make pancakes for several people, a classic dry mix suits the way you cook. Koopmans says its Origineel mix makes 11 to 13 pancakes per pack.
Which mix is right for you?
Shoppers who want less measuring
A complete mix or shaker bottle can mean fewer separate preparation steps. What you still need to add and how many pancakes you can make vary by product.
Shoppers who read labels carefully
If you’re choosing based on allergens or ingredients, the exact variety matters. For example, a gluten-free mix may still contain milk, egg or other relevant allergens.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you want to add your own ingredients or would prefer less preparation. Then compare how many pancakes each pack makes and, if you have specific dietary requirements, read the label for the variety you’re considering.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who is this important to? |
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| Making the batter your way | Check which ingredients you need to add and how many pancakes a pack makes. | If I want to add the milk and eggs myself and make pancakes for several people, I want the flexibility to prepare them my way. This is the main priority for around 40% of shoppers with this question in mind. |
| Less preparation | Check which liquid you need and whether you mix the batter in the packaging. | If I want to do less measuring, I look for a mix with as few separate steps as possible. Around 30% of shoppers say this convenience is their top priority. |
| Allergens and dietary requirements | Check the ingredients, allergens and any warnings about traces on the exact pack. | If I need to avoid certain ingredients, I want to check the full composition rather than just read the front of the pack. This check matters most to around 20% of shoppers. |
| Specific ingredients | Compare the ingredients list and nutritional information for varieties such as multigrain and buckwheat. | If I specifically want a mix with buckwheat or several grains, the ingredients determine my choice. This preference is the main consideration for around 10% of shoppers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming ‘complete’ means you don’t need anything else
Koopmans says you add water to its Complete mix. The preparation instructions may also call for butter or oil for the pan.
Check both what you add to the batter and the full preparation instructions.
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Assuming ‘gluten-free’ means ‘free from all allergens’
The Consenza mix featured by Albert Heijn is described as gluten-free and wheat-free, but its ingredients list includes milk powder, egg powder and lupin.
Check all ingredients and allergens for the exact variety before choosing.
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Choosing a small shaker bottle when cooking for a crowd
Koopmans says its shaker bottle makes around five pancakes, compared with 11 to 13 for a pack of Origineel mix. You may therefore need more than one shaker bottle to make the number you want.
Compare the stated yield with how many pancakes you want to make.
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Assuming multigrain and buckwheat are interchangeable
These terms don’t tell you the same thing about the ingredients or what you need to add during preparation.
Compare the ingredients, allergens, nutritional information and preparation instructions for each variety.
Brands compared
Koopmans
Offers a classic dry mix, a Complete mix and a shaker bottle, among other options.
- Koopmans says its Origineel mix needs milk, eggs and butter; for Complete, the brand lists only water as an addition to the batter.
- The ingredients you need to add, yield and allergens vary by variety, so check each individual pack.
Albert Heijn
Its range includes different types of pancake mix, including complete, multigrain and spelt varieties.
- The different varieties give you options to compare ingredients and preparation methods.
- Albert Heijn says product information may change, so check the current packaging.
Jumbo
Offers separate varieties including plain and gluten-free pancake mixes.
- Information for the 400 g plain variety states that it makes around 12 servings.
- According to Jumbo, that plain variety contains wheat and oats. Check the ingredients and preparation instructions for any gluten-free variety separately.
Consenza
The pancake mix featured by Albert Heijn is described as gluten-free and wheat-free.
- These descriptions are relevant if you’re specifically looking for a gluten-free and wheat-free mix.
- The ingredients list also includes milk powder, egg powder and lupin; gluten-free does not mean free from these allergens.
Smaakt
Bio Boekweit Pannenkoekenmix is an option to compare if you’re interested in the ingredients and organic labelling.
- The ingredients list shown by Jumbo states that it contains 90% buckwheat flour, as well as tapioca flour.
- According to the product information, you add the eggs and milk yourself. The mix may contain traces of nuts, peanuts, sesame and soya, among other things.
Pancake mixes at Joybuy
This selection includes classic mixes, a Complete variety and a shaker bottle. Choose the variety that suits you and check the packaging to see which ingredients you need to add, how many pancakes it makes and which allergens are listed.
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Koopmans Wholegrains pancake mix 400 g
Worth considering if you’re looking for a mix made with several types of grain. The pack contains 400 g; check the label for the exact ingredients, what you need to add and allergen information.
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Koopmans Pancakes Complete 210 g
A Complete variety for anyone who wants to limit the number of ingredients they need to add. The pack contains 210 g; check the preparation instructions for this variety and see what you need for the pan.
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Koopmans Shaker Pancakes 175 g
A shaker bottle worth comparing if you’re making pancakes for fewer people. It contains 175 g; check the label to see which liquid you need to add and how many pancakes the bottle makes.
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Koopmans Original Pancake Mix 400 g
A classic mix for anyone who wants to add their own ingredients to the batter. The pack contains 400 g; Koopmans says its Origineel mix needs milk, eggs and butter and makes 11 to 13 pancakes per pack.
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Xiaoyeqingzhu milk-flavoured pancake mix 100 g
A 100 g pack to compare if you’re looking for a smaller quantity of mix. Before buying, check the preparation instructions, yield and full allergen information if these are important to your choice.
Frequently asked questions
What’s the difference between a classic and a complete pancake mix?
According to the brand, you add milk, eggs and butter to Koopmans Origineel; for Koopmans Complete, the brand lists water as an addition to the batter. Choose based on how much you want to add yourself, and also check what you need to cook the pancakes.
Is a gluten-free mix also free from milk and egg?
No, you can’t assume that from the ‘gluten-free’ label. The Consenza mix featured by Albert Heijn is described as gluten-free and wheat-free, but its ingredients list includes milk powder, egg powder and lupin. Check all relevant allergens on the exact pack.
Are multigrain and buckwheat mixes the same?
No, those names describe different ingredients. The Smaakt buckwheat mix featured by Jumbo lists 90% buckwheat flour, while multigrain varieties can combine different types of grain. Compare the ingredients lists of the products you’re considering.
Why should I read the packaging if I’ve already looked at the mix online?
It’s important to check the current packaging because product information can change. Albert Heijn says that changes to a product may affect its ingredients, nutritional and allergen information. Compare the information online, then check the label on the variety you receive before use.