For a large family or a buffet with several types of batter, multiple 400 g packs offer flexibility: you can prepare a small amount of each batter. A 5 kg bag is a better fit when you’re making lots of pancakes from one workstation; only choose a 10 kg bag if you’ve planned your quantities, mixing space and cooking capacity accordingly. For every mix, check the yield, preparation instructions and allergens for the variety you’ve chosen.
If you’re using one batter as the basis for a buffet at an Asian-themed evening, a large bag may suit a central preparation setup. According to the manufacturer, Koopmans Professioneel’s 5 kg complete egg pancake mix is made up with water.
With 400 g packs, you can divide the batter between several bowls. Albert Heijn and Lidl each state that their respective packs make around 12 pancakes; check the yield of the product you buy.
If you’re cooking for a range of guests, consider both the dry mix and the ingredients you’ll add. The standard and professional mixes mentioned here differ in their preparation instructions and allergens; toppings and cooking equipment also need consideration.
First decide how many pancakes you want to make and whether you need one batter or several varieties. Then compare the preparation steps for the exact mix you’re considering.
Choose this if: you want to prepare different batters separately for a family or a smaller buffet.
Bear in mind: you’ll need to open several packs for a larger group; the milk, eggs or other additions required vary by mix.
Choose this if: you’re making lots of similar pancakes from one workstation.
Bear in mind: Koopmans Professioneel’s complete egg mix uses water, while the standard quantities for Pannenkoekmix Speciaal also call for milk and eggs.
Choose this if: you genuinely need this large quantity and can plan your preparation around it; supplier Van de Meester offers this size for catering use.
Bear in mind: you’ll need enough space to mix the batter and handle the cooked pancakes.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Yield and pack size | Check the yield of the exact mix and work out how many packs or bags you need; net weight alone doesn’t tell you how many pancakes you’ll make. | If I’m making the same buffet staple for all my guests, I want to know in advance how much batter I’ll need. Yield is the top priority for around 36% of consumers. |
| Preparation | Check which ingredients you need to add and whether the batter needs to rest. | When I’m preparing lots of batter at one workstation, I want to keep the number of preparation steps to a minimum. This is the main concern for around 29% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the label on the mix and the toppings; assess any adapted preparation method separately from the allergens in the dry mix. | I want to be able to check which ingredients go into each guest’s pancake. This is the biggest consideration for around 21% of consumers. |
| Small batches | Check that the pack size suits separate bowls of batter and a potentially changing number of diners. | When making a range of sweet and savoury options, I’d rather not prepare all the batter at once. This flexibility is the top priority for around 14% of consumers. |
Yields vary by product. Albert Heijn and Lidl state that their respective 400 g packs make around 12 pancakes, while Koopmans gives a yield of 11 to 13 pancakes per pack for Pannenkoeken Origineel.
Work out how many pancakes you need, using the yield and preparation instructions for the mix you’ll actually be using.
Koopmans Professioneel’s 5 kg complete egg pancake mix is made up with water, but the product information lists wheat, milk and egg. You’ll still need to follow the preparation steps after mixing.
Read the label before cooking, and plan for the ingredients, resting time and cooking equipment you’ll need.
A catering-size pack can be impractical if you only want to make small amounts of several different batters.
Choose a size based on the planned amount of each batter and the mixing and cooking space available.
If you’re serving pancakes to customers unpackaged, it’s important to provide information about the allergens they contain. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that food businesses must inform customers about 14 allergens.
Keep a record of the allergens in the mixes and toppings you use, and make sure customers can access this information.
Professional pancake mixes in 5 kg bags, including a complete egg mix and Pannenkoekmix Speciaal.
A 400 g plain pancake mix for smaller batches.
400 g pancake mixes, including a complete variety.
A 400 g multigrain pancake mix from ALDI’s Albona brand.
A 400 g original pancake mix from Lidl’s Belbake brand.
This 400 g pack is a good fit if you want to prepare separate, smaller amounts of batter for an Asian-themed evening. Use the yield stated on the pack to work out how many you’ll need for your guests.
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This pack is a good option if you want to make smaller amounts of batter to serve with different toppings. Check the pack for the yield, ingredients to add and allergens for this variety.
A 5 kg bag is a good fit if you’re making lots of similar pancakes from one workstation and have space to prepare the batter. If you want to make several batters or aren’t sure how many guests will eat them, 400 g packs let you prepare a smaller amount at a time.
Not with every complete mix: according to the manufacturer, Koopmans Professioneel’s 5 kg egg pancake mix is made up with water. According to PLUS, PLUS Complete 400 g calls for 700 ml of water and butter or oil for frying. Always check the instructions for the product you choose; for standard preparation, Albert Heijn’s plain mix calls for 3 eggs and 800 ml of milk.
Check the allergens in the mix and in all added ingredients and toppings. If you’re serving pancakes to customers unpackaged in the Netherlands, information about the allergens they contain must be available; the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority lists 14 allergens.
Some manufacturers describe a plant-based preparation method for their mixes, including Albert Heijn’s plain mix and Koopmans Professioneel’s Pannenkoekmix Speciaal. This doesn’t change the allergens or possible traces already present in the dry mix, so read the label on the exact pack you’re using.
