For a large family or a pancake get-together with fussy eaters, you can work out how many packs of plain pancake mix to buy using the yield listed on each pack, then offer toppings separately. The complete mixes mentioned here need fewer additional ingredients, but check what they contain before you buy. If you need a gluten-free option, choose a mix explicitly labelled gluten-free and check the current packaging.
You want to work out in advance how many packs you’ll need. Koopmans says a pack of Original makes 11 to 13 pancakes, while Jumbo lists around 12 portions for its 400 g Naturel mix. When planning, bear in mind how many pancakes you’ll be making yourself.
You’re looking for a base you can serve without toppings, while other diners can choose their own sweet or savoury additions. That way, everyone doesn’t have to eat the same combination.
You want to know what’s in your chosen mix before buying several packs. Multigrain and wholegrain don’t automatically mean gluten-free; check the label and allergen information on the current packaging for each variant.
First work out how much you’ll need, then decide how many ingredients you want to add yourself. Check the packaging before buying several packs.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Quantity | Compare the number of pancakes or portions listed per pack with the number of people you’re feeding; don’t look at the pack weight alone. | When I’m cooking for a large group, I want to have enough packs ready without overestimating how much one box will make. Around 42% of consumers prioritise having enough portions. |
| Ingredients and preparation | Check whether the mix needs only water or also milk and eggs, and whether you can serve toppings separately. | When people have different tastes, I want to be able to serve pancakes without toppings while keeping preparation manageable. Around 33% of consumers prioritise a simple, adaptable preparation method. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the current ingredients and allergen information; if you need a gluten-free option, look for a mix explicitly labelled gluten-free. | When someone needs to avoid certain ingredients, I don’t want to rely on the name of a grain or the word ‘complete’. Around 25% of consumers prioritise these checks. |
The stated yield varies by mix. Koopmans says Original makes 11 to 13 pancakes and Compleet makes 8 to 10; Jumbo lists around 12 portions for its 400 g Naturel mix.
Plan using the yield of your chosen variant and keep an extra pack in reserve for unexpected guests.
More batter also means you’ll need more mixing space and time at the hob.
With the complete mixes mentioned here, adding water makes preparation easier, but the mix itself may contain milk and egg ingredients, among other things. So the preparation instructions don’t tell you which allergens are present.
Read the current ingredients and allergen list before buying several packs of the same variant.
The PLUS Naturel shaker bottle contains 200 g of mix. This size may work for a small pancake-making session, but you’ll need more packs to make enough for a group.
For a group, compare the pack size and stated yield of standard packs with the number of pancakes you want to make.
The product information for Koopmans Compleet at Jumbo says not to eat the batter raw and to heat it thoroughly.
Follow the preparation instructions and serve the pancakes only once they’re cooked through.
Koopmans offers Original, Compleet, Meergranen and a separate gluten-free mix, among other options. Compare the variants by preparation method and ingredients, not just by brand name.
The own-brand range includes Naturel, Compleet and Meergranen, among other options. This lets you compare different preparation methods within one range.
Jumbo offers Naturel, Compleet and organic pancake mixes, among other options. If you’re feeding a large group, note the difference between the stated number of portions and the ingredients you need to add.
PLUS offers Compleet and Volkoren in 400 g packs, as well as a 200 g Naturel shaker bottle. These sizes suit different quantities of batter.
ALDI lists a 395 g Albona Naturel pancake baking mix that is prepared with milk and eggs.
Lidl lists Belbake Pannenkoekenmix Origineel as a 400 g mix that makes around 12 pancakes.
These 400 g packs are options to consider when planning supplies for a larger group: Original is a base mix that you can prepare to suit your needs, while Wholegrains is an option if you’re looking for a multigrain variety. Don’t choose by pack weight alone; check the yield and ingredients of your chosen mix too.
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A base for making pancakes without toppings, so you can offer additions separately to suit each person.
400 g pack. Koopmans says its Original variant makes 11 to 13 pancakes per pack. For a large group, plan to buy several packs and check the packaging to see what you need to add during preparation.
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A multigrain option for anyone who wants to serve that flavour; if you’re catering for fussy eaters, don’t assume they’ll like this mix as much as a plain one.
400 g pack. Before buying several packs, check the stated yield, preparation requirements and allergens on the packaging of your chosen mix.
Use the yield on the packaging of the mix you plan to use, and buy several packs for a larger group. Koopmans says Original makes 11 to 13 pancakes and Compleet makes 8 to 10; Jumbo lists around 12 portions for its 400 g Naturel mix. The number of pancakes you make also depends on their size and thickness.
A complete mix can be useful if you want to bring fewer separate ingredients, but you can serve toppings separately with either type of mix. Koopmans Compleet is prepared with water and, according to Koopmans, contains whey powder and egg powder. Check the ingredients before choosing this variant for everyone.
Don’t choose a mix just because it says ‘multigrain’; look for one explicitly labelled gluten-free. Koopmans says its Meergranen mix contains wheat, rye, oats and barley, among other ingredients. Also check the current packaging of any gluten-free variant and the ingredients in any toppings.
Check the allergens in both the mix and the toppings, and keep the information for each preparation together. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, providers of unpackaged products, including those in catering and hospitality, must give consumers allergen information in a way other than on a product label.
