Anyone who wants to make a savoury base quickly
If you want to use as few separate ingredients as possible, a complete mix could be a good choice. Koopmans says you only need to add water to Pannenkoeken Compleet.
Who is this choice relevant to?
Anyone looking for a multigrain base
Compare the grains listed on the pack if the composition of the pancake beneath your savoury toppings matters to you. Also check which ingredients you need to add to the batter yourself.
Anyone who needs to check ingredients and allergens
Before buying, check the packaging for the exact variety you’ve chosen. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says allergens must be clearly identifiable in the ingredients list. Don’t assume a product contains seeds just because it’s called ‘multigrain’.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you want a mix that only needs water or one where you add the batter ingredients yourself. Then compare the ingredients and the stated yield on the pack you’re considering.
| What to consider | What to check | Who is this most important for? |
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| Minimal preparation | Check which additions the instructions call for. According to the manufacturer, Koopmans Pannenkoeken Compleet only needs water. | If I want to make batter quickly, I don’t want to have to find milk and eggs first. Simple preparation is the top priority for around 33% of consumers. |
| Grain composition | Compare the ingredients list and don’t treat ‘multigrain’ as a synonym for ‘wholegrain’. | Anyone looking for a particular grain base to go with savoury toppings will want to know which grains the mix contains. This is the main consideration for around 27% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the up-to-date ingredients and allergen information for your chosen variety. If you want particular seeds, look for them explicitly in the ingredients list. | If I need to avoid an ingredient or want seeds in the mix, I can’t rely on the product name. This check is the deciding factor for around 27% of consumers. |
| Yield per pack | Compare the stated number of pancakes per pack with the number of people you’re serving. | If I’m catering for a larger group, I want to know whether one pack will make enough pancakes. Around 13% of consumers prioritise the yield. |
Common mistakes
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Reading ‘multigrain’ as ‘contains seeds’
A mix containing several types of grain doesn’t confirm that it contains the seeds you want.
Are seeds in the pancakes themselves a must-have? Check that they’re explicitly listed in the ingredients for the mix you’ve chosen.
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Preparing a complete mix in the same way as a classic one
For Koopmans Pannenkoeken Compleet, the manufacturer says water is the only addition; for Koopmans Origineel, it also lists milk, eggs and cooking fat.
Read the preparation instructions before gathering the ingredients for your Italian night.
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Relying on the product name alone when checking for allergens
Ingredients vary between varieties. For example, the Joybuy product information for Koopmans Schudfles Pannenkoeken Compleet lists wheat flour, whey powder and egg powder.
Check the current packaging for the exact variety you’re buying, including its allergen information.
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Overestimating the yield of a shaker bottle
The Koopmans Complete shaker bottle is stated to make 4 to 6 pancakes. If you’re serving several people, you may need a different number of packs than you expect.
Work out how many pancakes you want to make, then compare the yield per pack.
Brands to consider
Koopmans
The Origineel, Compleet and Meergranen ranges offer different ways to prepare pancakes.
- According to Koopmans, you only need to add water to Pannenkoeken Compleet; with Origineel, you add ingredients such as milk and eggs yourself.
- Check the ingredients list for the specific variety if seeds in the mix matter to you.
Albert Heijn
The Albert Heijn catalogue includes AH pancake mixes labelled plain, multigrain and wholegrain.
- The different labels give you a starting point for comparing the grain composition of each product.
- Check the ingredients on the pack you’ve chosen; the category label alone doesn’t confirm that it contains seeds.
Jumbo
Jumbo’s online catalogue includes its own pancake mixes in plain, complete and organic varieties.
- You can check the preparation method and ingredients for each variety to find one that suits your meal.
- An organic or other product label doesn’t confirm that the mix contains seeds.
Pancake mixes at Joybuy
These mixes offer three ways to choose a base for savoury pancakes: focus on the grain composition, add only water or choose the other ingredients yourself. If the mix must contain seeds, check the ingredients for the variety in question before buying.
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Koopmans Wholegrains Pancake Mix 400 g
A good option if you want to consider the grain composition of your savoury pancakes. Joybuy’s product information lists ingredients including wheat flour, rye flour, maize flour and wholegrain oat flour. Check the ingredients list separately if you’re looking for seeds in the mix.
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Koopmans Pancakes Complete shaker bottle 210 g
A good option if you want to make the batter with water. For this shaker bottle, Joybuy’s product information specifies 350 ml of water; the ingredients information lists wheat flour, whey powder and egg powder. Check the current packaging if you need to avoid allergens or are looking for seeds.
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Koopmans Original Pancake Mix 400 g
A classic base if you want to choose the batter ingredients yourself. For Koopmans Origineel, the manufacturer lists milk, eggs and cooking fat as additions. Read the preparation instructions and ingredients list on this pack before you start cooking.
Frequently asked questions
Do I still need milk and eggs for a complete pancake mix?
According to Koopmans, you only need water for Koopmans Pannenkoeken Compleet. Always read the instructions on the pack you’ve chosen, though: a classic or multigrain mix may call for other additions.
Does ‘multigrain’ mean a pancake mix is wholegrain?
No, ‘multigrain’ and ‘wholegrain’ don’t mean the same thing. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, a product can only be called ‘wholegrain’ if it’s made entirely from wholegrain flour. Check the ingredients if that’s the composition you’re looking for.
Where can I check for allergens in pancake mix?
Check the ingredients list on the current packaging for the exact variety you’ve chosen. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says allergens must be clearly identifiable there. Don’t rely solely on the brand name or a previous purchase.