If you want to get cooking quickly
A complete mix means fewer ingredients to add. With a shaker bottle, you mix the batter in the bottle, but check whether you need milk and whether it makes enough pancakes.
Which mix is right for you?
If you're cooking for several people
Compare the number of pancakes per packet with the size of your gathering. Koopmans says its Origineel mix makes 11 to 13 pancakes per packet; yields vary by product and preparation method.
If you choose ingredients carefully
Check whether a mix is specifically labelled wholemeal, which ingredients you still need to add and what the current packaging says about allergens.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start with the preparation method and the quantity you need. Then compare the grains and check the ingredients and allergens for your chosen option.
| What to consider | Check | Who it's important for |
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| Preparation | Check whether you need to add water, milk or eggs to the batter, and whether you mix it in a bowl or a bottle. | I want to get started quickly on a Sunday morning, without lots of measuring or washing up. Around 31% of consumers prioritise minimal preparation. |
| Choice of grains | Look for the wholemeal label if that's what you want; multigrain doesn't automatically mean wholemeal. | If I want wholemeal, I don't want to rely on the word multigrain alone. The choice of grains is the top priority for around 23% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the allergen information and preparation instructions on the current packaging for the exact option you're buying. | I need to know whether the mix I've chosen and the ingredients I need to add meet my requirements. This is the most important consideration for around 23% of consumers. |
| Servings | Compare the stated yield per packet with the number of people you're cooking for. | When making breakfast for several people, I don't want to run short halfway through. Enough servings are the most important consideration for around 23% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming ‘complete’ means ‘allergen-free’
Complete describes how to prepare the mix, not its allergens. The complete mixes described by Albert Heijn and PLUS contain wheat, milk and egg, among other ingredients.
Check the allergen information on the packaging of the option you buy.
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Assuming multigrain means wholemeal
A mix containing several types of grain isn't necessarily wholemeal.
Look specifically for the wholemeal label and read the ingredients list if the distinction matters to your choice.
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Relying only on an online ingredients list
Albert Heijn and PLUS point out that product information, including ingredients and allergens, can change.
Check the packaging again if an ingredient or allergen is important to your choice.
Brands to compare
Koopmans
Koopmans offers several types of pancake mix, including Original, Complete, wholemeal and shaker bottle options.
- You can compare different preparation methods across the product range.
- Ingredients and allergens vary by option; read the packaging for the mix you choose.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists its own plain mix in a shaker bottle, as well as Koopmans mixes.
- Its own plain shaker bottle is designed to make 4 to 6 pancakes and requires milk.
- Albert Heijn says online product information can change, so check the packaging.
Jumbo
Jumbo's range includes plain, complete, wholemeal, multigrain and shaker bottle mixes.
- The separate options make it easier to compare preparation methods and grain choices.
- Check the information on the specific packaging before choosing an option.
PLUS
PLUS offers its own complete, plain and wholemeal pancake mixes.
- For the PLUS Complete mix described, which weighs 400 g, you add water to the batter.
- This complete mix contains wheat, milk and egg; ‘complete’ doesn't mean allergen-free.
Albona (ALDI)
ALDI offers an Albona pancake mix and a plain version, both weighing 400 g.
- The two different names give you a useful starting point for comparing the preparation instructions for each option.
- Check the packaging you choose for ingredient and allergen information.
Belbake (Lidl)
Lidl lists a 120 g Belbake multigrain pancake mix.
- The smaller size may be worth considering when comparing how much you need.
- Don't assume that multigrain means wholemeal or that the mix is suitable for a particular diet; check the packaging.
Pancake mixes at Joybuy
These pancake mixes include classic packets and shaker bottles, with different serving sizes and preparation methods. Check what you need to add for each product, and read the current packaging if you have specific ingredient requirements.
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Koopmans Pancakes Complete 210 g
A shaker bottle for a small breakfast portion if you want to add water to the batter. Check that the stated yield is enough for you, and read the current packaging if you have allergies.
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Koopmans Wholegrains pancake mix 400 g
A packet for anyone looking to compare a mix made with several types of grain and cooking for a group. Check the ingredients if you need a fully wholemeal option, and remember that you'll need milk, eggs and cooking fat to prepare it.
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Koopmans Original pancake mix 400 g
A classic mix for anyone who wants to add milk and eggs to the batter. Koopmans says its Origineel mix makes 11 to 13 pancakes per packet; check the preparation instructions and allergens on the packaging.
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Koopmans Shaker Pancakes 175 g
A shaker bottle for a small batch if you want to make the batter without using a separate mixing bowl. The preparation instructions require milk; check that the yield is enough for your group.
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Xiaoyeqingzhu milk-flavoured pancake mix 100 g
A small packet for anyone considering a recipe made with water and one egg. Before buying, check how many pancakes the packet makes and read the current allergen information.
Frequently asked questions
What's the difference between a complete and a classic pancake mix?
For the complete mixes described by Albert Heijn and PLUS, you add water to the batter. For Koopmans Origineel, Koopmans specifies milk, eggs and butter. Check the instructions on the packet you choose, as you'll still need to cook the pancakes, even with a complete mix.
Is a shaker bottle suitable for breakfast with several people?
First, check the yield of the specific shaker bottle. Koopmans says its Schudfles Origineel makes five pancakes; a standard packet may be more practical if you want to make a larger stack.
Is multigrain the same as wholemeal?
No, the labels don't mean the same thing. If you're specifically looking for wholemeal pancake mix, look for the wholemeal label and check the ingredients for that option.
How do I check the allergens in a pancake mix?
Read the allergen information on the current packaging for the exact mix you want to use. Also check the ingredients you'll need to add yourself according to the preparation instructions; Albert Heijn and PLUS point out that online product information can change.