Families who want to share a stack
If several people are eating, the stated number of pancakes per pack can help you work out how many packs you’ll need.
Which mix is right for you?
Holiday planners who want to keep prep to a minimum
A complete mix may suit you if you don’t want to add milk and eggs separately. A shaker bottle is an option for a smaller snack, provided it makes enough pancakes.
Shoppers checking ingredients and allergens
If you need to avoid certain ingredients, check the current packaging before use. A mix labelled gluten-free isn’t automatically free from egg or milk.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, work out how many people will be eating and how many pancakes you want to make. Then compare the additional ingredients needed and check that the ingredients are suitable for your group.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who should bear this in mind? |
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| Yield | Compare the stated number of pancakes per pack; the weight alone doesn’t tell you how many you can make. | If everyone is eating together, I want to know whether one pack will be enough. For around 42% of consumers, the yield for a group comes first. |
| Preparation | Check which liquid and other ingredients you’ll need to add, and compare this with the stated yield. | For an impromptu snack, I don’t want to have to buy separate ingredients first. That’s why around 33% of consumers prioritise minimal preparation. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients, allergen information and any warnings on the current packaging. | If someone eating with you needs to avoid certain ingredients, the label will determine which mixes are suitable. For around 25% of consumers, checking this is their top priority when buying. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming every 400 g pack makes the same number of pancakes
The same pack weight doesn’t mean the stated yield will be the same. Koopmans says its Original mix makes 11 to 13 pancakes per pack; its complete mix is said to make around 10.
Plan using the yield stated on the pack you choose, and take the size of the pancakes and the number of people eating into account.
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Confusing a complete mix with an allergen-free mix
You don’t need to add milk or eggs separately to the complete mixes mentioned, but that doesn’t tell you anything about the allergens in the dry mix.
Read both the preparation instructions and the current label. Also check whether you need butter or oil for cooking.
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Relying only on a product page if you have an allergy
When choosing a mix, the ingredients and warnings on the packaging are what matter. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains how allergens are listed on labels.
Check the physical packaging before use, including any statements about ingredients the product may contain.
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Tasting raw batter while cooking
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, raw batter can make you ill.
Serve the pancakes only once they’re fully cooked, and wash your hands and utensils after handling raw batter.
Brands to consider
Koopmans
Koopmans offers an Original mix, a complete mix and a shaker bottle, among other options. Preparation methods and yields vary by product.
- According to Koopmans, one pack of Pancakes Original makes 11 to 13 pancakes.
- Check which ingredients you need to add for each variant; according to the product information, the gluten-free mix may contain egg and milk.
AH
Albert Heijn stocks Koopmans pancake mixes, including multipacks.
- A multipack can be handy if you’re planning to make several batches.
- Check the yield and preparation instructions for your chosen product individually.
PLUS
PLUS offers a complete mix and a 400 g wholemeal mix, among other options, each with different preparation requirements.
- The product information for PLUS Complete says to add 700 ml of water.
- The listed PLUS Wholemeal Mix contains 75% wholemeal wheat flour and 20% wholemeal oat flour. Check the other ingredients and preparation instructions on the packaging.
Albona
ALDI stocks an Albona pancake baking mix in a 400 g pack.
- The stated pack size gives you a useful starting point when planning your shopping.
- Check the pack you choose to see how many pancakes it makes and which allergens are listed.
Belbake
Lidl lists Belbake Original Pancake Mix in a 400 g pack.
- Lidl says this mix makes around 12 pancakes, which is a useful guide when planning for a group.
- Check the ingredients and allergens on the packaging before cooking for others.
Pancake mixes for different serving sizes
This selection of Joybuy products includes one 400 g pack and two smaller packs. If you’re sharing, compare the yield and additional ingredients needed; a smaller pack may be suitable if only a few people are eating.
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Koopmans Wholegrains Pancake Mix 400 g
Consider this pack if you’re making pancakes to share, but choose the number of packs based on the yield stated on the packaging. Also check which ingredients you need to add and which allergens are listed.
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Koopmans Complete Pancake Shaker 210 g
This shaker bottle is better suited to a small snack: the product information says it makes 4 to 6 pancakes. Before cooking, check how much water you need and which allergens are listed on the current packaging.
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Koopmans Shaker Pancakes 175 g
This smaller pack is an option if you’re making pancakes for a small snack. Check the packaging to see whether the yield is enough and which liquid you need to make the batter.
Frequently asked questions
How much pancake mix do I need if several people are eating?
Use the stated yield for the specific pack to work out how many packs you’ll need. Koopmans says its Original mix makes 11 to 13 pancakes per pack, while Lidl says Belbake Original makes around 12. Take the size of the pancakes and the number of people eating into account.
Do I still need to add milk and eggs to a complete pancake mix?
For the Koopmans and PLUS complete mixes mentioned, you add water instead of milk and eggs separately. Still, read the instructions on your chosen pack and have butter or oil ready for cooking; milk and egg may already be included in the dry mix.
Is gluten-free pancake mix suitable for every allergy?
No. A gluten-free label doesn’t mean a mix is free from other allergens. According to the product information, the Koopmans Gluten-Free mix reviewed may contain egg and milk, so check the current packaging for ingredients and allergens.
Can you taste pancake batter raw?
Don’t taste raw batter: according to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, it can make you ill. Cook the batter thoroughly before serving the pancakes, and wash your hands and utensils after handling raw batter.