For a large order, start by working out how many pancakes you need and which ingredients you’ll need in addition to the mix. According to Koopmans, Koopmans Original makes 11 to 13 pancakes per 400 g pack, but you’ll also need milk, eggs and cooking fat. A complete mix that you make up with water means fewer separate ingredients to organise. If you have a specific dietary requirement, always check the exact variant and make sure you have enough storage space for the quantity you order.
For a birthday party or group activity, you’ll want to work out in advance how many packs and additional ingredients you need. Remember to allow enough time to cook all the pancakes, and make sure you have somewhere to store the packs before you use them.
If you’re ordering mix for several meals, the number of pancakes per pack, the milk and eggs you’ll need, and the use-by date matter more than simply how many packs are in your basket.
If you prefer particular grains or have a question about allergens, start by checking the ingredients for the exact variant. The product name alone doesn’t tell you which allergens or possible traces are listed on the packaging.
First, decide how many pancakes you want to make. Then choose a preparation method that suits your plans, and check the ingredients for every variant you select.
A good choice when: you can order milk, eggs and cooking fat for all the packs.
Bear in mind: you’ll also need to have those additional ingredients available when it’s time to cook.
A good choice when: you want to measure out fewer separate ingredients for the batter; Jumbo says Koopmans Compleet is made with water, as does PLUS for its complete mix.
Bear in mind: you’ll still need to cook the pancakes, and ‘complete’ doesn’t mean the mix is suitable for people with allergies.
A good choice when: the choice of grains matters most to your group, for example if you prefer buckwheat to a standard wheat mix.
Bear in mind: a different grain base doesn’t rule out other allergens. PLUS says its Smaakt buckwheat mix may contain traces of peanuts, soya, nuts and sesame.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who should consider this? |
|---|---|---|
| Yield and shopping list | Check how many pancakes each pack makes, and include the required milk, eggs and cooking fat for the full order. | If I’m cooking for lots of people, I want to plan enough portions without forgetting any ingredients. For roughly 42% of consumers, this kind of complete planning comes first. |
| Preparation on the day | Check which ingredients you’ll need for the batter and how much cooking remains once it’s mixed. | At a busy event, I want to measure out fewer separate ingredients, while still allowing time to cook the pancakes. Around 33% of consumers give this ease of preparation the highest priority. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients and allergen information for the exact variant before ordering, then check the label when it arrives. | If guests have specific dietary requirements, I want to know whether this particular mix is suitable. For around 25% of consumers, this check is the most important starting point. |
Koopmans says its Original mix makes 11 to 13 pancakes per 400 g pack. The recipe also calls for 850 ml of milk, two eggs and butter or oil for cooking per pack.
Work out how many packs you need based on the yield of your chosen variant, and add the required recipe ingredients for every pack to the same order.
A complete mix can make preparing the batter easier, but you’ll still need to cook the pancakes. The product information for the complete mixes reviewed also lists milk and egg as possible ingredients.
Check both the preparation instructions and the allergen information for the variant you’re actually ordering.
A buckwheat mix has a different base ingredient from a standard wheat mix, but the Smaakt variant listed by PLUS may contain traces of peanuts, soya, nuts and sesame.
If you have an allergy, check all the information on the exact packaging. Don’t rely on words such as ‘buckwheat’ or ‘wholegrain’ in the product name alone.
You’ll need suitable storage space for multiple packs. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises keeping pancake mix in a cool, dry, dark place in a well-sealed container.
Check the use-by date when your order arrives, and decide where you’ll store the packs before placing your order.
Koopmans offers both Original and Complete variants, among others. Your choice affects which ingredients you’ll need for the batter.
Albert Heijn lists plain, complete and wholegrain mixes in its online range.
Jumbo’s own-brand range includes plain, complete and wholegrain mixes in 400 g packs.
PLUS lists plain and complete pancake mixes in 400 g packs.
ALDI Netherlands lists pancake mixes under its Albona brand, including a 400 g plain variant.
This range includes 400 g packs and smaller shaker bottles. For a large group, the yield per pack is especially useful when working out how much to buy. Also check what you need to add to the batter for each variant.
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A 400 g pack for anyone choosing this grain variant as part of a larger order. The product information lists wheat as well as oats, barley and buckwheat. Check the full ingredients and preparation instructions on the packaging, especially if anyone has allergies.
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Koopmans says each pack makes 11 to 13 pancakes, which is helpful when planning for a group. The Koopmans recipe also calls for 850 ml of milk, two eggs and butter or oil for 400 g of mix. If anyone has dietary requirements, check the ingredients and allergens on the current label.
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The 175 g shaker bottle is smaller than the 400 g packs, so it may be a better option if you want to make individual small batches. Before placing a larger order, check the yield and which ingredients you need to add to this variant.
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This complete mix comes in a 210 g pack. For a group order, compare the yield and preparation instructions for this specific pack with those of the larger packs; don’t assume all complete mixes need the same quantities. Check the ingredients too if anyone has an allergy.
Work out the quantity using the yield of the exact variant you’ve chosen. Koopmans says its 400 g Original mix makes 11 to 13 pancakes per pack. Divide the number of pancakes you want by the yield you’re planning for, then round up to the nearest whole pack. Allow for the portions you need and add the recipe ingredients for every pack.
A complete mix made with water is a good choice if you want to prepare the batter using fewer separate ingredients. Jumbo says this applies to Koopmans Compleet, and PLUS says the same about its complete mix. You’ll still need to cook the pancakes, so check the requirements and allergen information on each pack.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing pancake mix in a cool, dry, dark place in a well-sealed container. When your order arrives, check the packaging and use-by date, and order an amount that you have enough suitable storage space for.
Before ordering, read the ingredients and allergen information for the exact variant, then check the packaging again when it arrives. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says the 14 most common allergens must be clearly listed. Don’t rely on terms such as ‘complete’, ‘wholegrain’ or ‘buckwheat’ alone: ingredients and possible traces vary from product to product.
