Who is this choice for?

Working from home and cooking for yourself

You want to make lunch without accidentally ending up with a large stack of pancakes. The stated yield is a better guide than pack weight alone.

Working from home with a short lunch break

You want to measure out as few ingredients as possible. A complete mix or shaker bottle could suit you, as long as it’s clear whether you need to add water or milk.

Shopping with specific ingredient requirements

You need to check the ingredients and allergen information for the pack you choose. Even a mix labelled gluten-free may contain other allergens.

What should you look for?

First decide how many pancakes you want to make. Then compare the preparation steps and the ingredients that matter for your lunch.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Yield and leftovers Compare the stated yield with the number of people eating and your plans for any leftovers. If I’m having lunch on my own, I don’t want to make far more than I can use. That’s why around 36% of consumers prioritise a smaller yield.
Preparation Check whether you need to add water, milk or eggs, and what kitchen equipment you’ll need. When I have little time between meetings, I want to measure out as few ingredients as possible. For around 29% of consumers, ease of preparation matters most.
Savoury lunch Choose a mix that works with your preferred toppings, and consider the ingredients in both the mix and the toppings. I want to top my pancakes with savoury ingredients and put my lunch together myself. That flexibility comes first for around 21% of consumers.
Ingredients and allergens Read the ingredients list and allergen information on the current packaging, including any warnings about traces. If I need to avoid certain ingredients, the full list is what matters. Around 14% of consumers give this check top priority.

Common mistakes

  • Comparing pack weight alone

    The number of pancakes gives you a better idea of how many you might have left over after lunch. Koopmans says its Origineel pack makes 11 to 13 pancakes and its Origineel shaker bottle makes five; Jumbo states that its 200 g complete bottle makes around six portions.

    Compare the yield on the pack with the number of people eating, and think ahead about what you’ll do with any leftovers.

  • Assuming ‘complete’ means you don’t need to add anything

    The complete mixes mentioned here still need water. You’ll also need a pan and cooking fat to make the pancakes.

    Read the preparation instructions before you start making lunch, and get the ingredients and equipment you need ready.

  • Confusing gluten-free with allergen-free

    According to the product information, Consenza pancake mix, which is sold as gluten-free, also contains milk, egg and lupin.

    Check the full ingredients and allergen information on the pack you buy, not just the label on the front.

  • Keeping mixed batter without checking first

    Jumbo says that batter made with its 200 g complete bottle should be used straight away. This instruction applies to that product and not automatically to every mix.

    Follow the storage and preparation instructions on your own pack, and only mix as much as you can use according to those instructions.

Brands to consider

Koopmans

Koopmans offers a standard mix, a complete mix and an Origineel shaker bottle, among other products. Preparation methods and yields vary by product.

  • According to Koopmans, the Origineel shaker bottle makes five pancakes when milk is added, while the Origineel pack makes 11 to 13.
  • The Origineel mix contains wheat and rye, and may also contain egg, milk, barley and oats. Check the allergen information for each variety.

AH

AH Natural Pancake Mix is a base for anyone who wants to choose how to prepare and top their pancakes.

  • Albert Heijn states that each 400 g pack makes around 12 pancakes and also provides a plant-based preparation option.
  • The mix contains wheat and oats, and may also contain egg and milk, among other ingredients. Preparing it in a plant-based way doesn’t change this product information.

Jumbo

Jumbo offers both a 400 g natural pancake mix and a 200 g complete bottle. The yield you want and how you’ll prepare it are key considerations.

  • Jumbo states that the natural mix makes around 12 portions and the complete bottle around six; you need to add water to the bottle mix.
  • The complete bottle contains egg, milk and wheat, among other ingredients. Jumbo says the prepared batter should be used straight away.

Consenza

Consenza offers a pancake mix that is sold as gluten-free and wheat-free.

  • According to the product information, the mix makes five to six pancakes.
  • The mix contains milk, egg and lupin, and may contain traces of soya, nuts and sesame. Check the current allergen information.

Pancake mixes on Joybuy

These mixes may be worth considering if you’re weighing up pack size and preparation method for a work-from-home lunch. Before buying, also compare the yield and ingredients of the variety you choose.

Koopmans Pancakes Complete 210 g

Koopmans Pancakes Complete 210 g

For anyone considering a complete pancake mix for lunch. The pack contains 210 g; check how many pancakes this variety makes, what you need to add and which allergens are listed on the packaging.

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Xiaoyeqingzhu milk-flavoured pancake mix 100 g

Xiaoyeqingzhu milk-flavoured pancake mix 100 g

For anyone considering a 100 g pack and wanting to decide whether the yield is right for lunch. Check how many pancakes it makes, which ingredients you need and what allergens are listed on the packaging.

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Frequently asked questions

Which pancake mix is right for lunch for one?

Choose based on the stated yield and what you plan to do with any leftovers. Koopmans says its Origineel shaker bottle makes five pancakes, while Jumbo states that its 200 g complete bottle makes around six portions. Also check which ingredients you need to add to each product.

Do I need to add anything to a complete pancake mix?

Yes, the complete mixes mentioned here need water. Jumbo says to add around 400 ml of water to its 200 g complete bottle. For other varieties, check the preparation instructions on the pack, and make sure you also have a pan and cooking fat.

Can I prepare AH Natural Pancake Mix without animal products?

Albert Heijn provides a plant-based preparation option for this mix. However, check the current packaging: the mix contains wheat and oats, and may also contain egg and milk, among other ingredients.

Is gluten-free pancake mix also free from other allergens?

No. Gluten-free doesn’t mean free from all other allergens. According to the product information, Consenza mix, which is sold as gluten-free, contains milk, egg and lupin. So check the full allergen information on the pack you buy.

Can I keep mixed pancake batter for later?

Follow the instructions for the specific mix. Jumbo says batter made with its 200 g complete bottle should be used straight away. Don’t assume that product-specific instruction applies to other mixes.