A regular office porridge group
If colleagues eat from the same stock several times a week, having a set serving size makes it easier to plan. The 1 kg Jumbo pack lists 25 servings of 40 g.
Which size is right for you?
A small or changing lunch team
A 450 to 600 g pack is a handy middle ground for colleagues who share their supplies but don’t want to open a large bag each time. Compare the servings on the label with how much you expect to use.
Colleagues short on preparation time
Individual sachets mean there’s no need to weigh out portions. The Quaker Express pack we reviewed contains 12 servings and lists a two-minute preparation time, provided a microwave or saucepan is available.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start with the number of colleagues and how often they eat porridge oats. Then decide whether sharing a bag will work, or whether everyone should be able to grab an individual portion.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
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| Servings for a regular group | Compare the number and size of servings on the label with the number of people eating. | If we often have lunch together, I want to know how many lunches we’ll get from one pack. Having enough in stock for a regular group is the top priority for around 50% of consumers. |
| Choosing the right pack size | Compare 450 to 600 g packs with a 1 kg pack, based on how much you expect to use. | With a small or changing team, I don’t want to open a bigger bag than we’re likely to use. Finding a suitable middle-ground size is the top priority for around 30% of consumers. |
| Individual portions and preparation | Check the number of sachets, the preparation method and whether a microwave or saucepan is available. | When colleagues take lunch at different times, I want everyone to be able to grab a portion without weighing it out. Around 20% of consumers prioritise this and quick preparation. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a large pack is always the right choice
A 1 kg pack is most practical when the group uses it regularly. The 25 servings of 40 g listed on the Jumbo pack give you a clearer basis for planning than the words ‘value pack’.
Count how many colleagues usually eat together and how often they have porridge oats. Then compare that with the servings listed on the 1 kg and 450 to 600 g packs.
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Putting out shared supplies without checking the label
Colleagues may need to avoid different allergens. The Jumbo porridge oats we reviewed list oats and gluten, and state that barley, rye and wheat may be present; the express variety we reviewed also mentions possible traces of soya.
Before you buy, ask which allergens are relevant to the people who’ll be using it, and keep the original packaging with its current label alongside the supplies. Don’t assume a product is suitable for a gluten-free diet without checking the relevant statement on the pack you’ve chosen.
Brands and pack sizes to consider
Jumbo
The Jumbo Havermout Fijne Vlokken Volkoren Voordeelverpakking we reviewed is a 1 kg bag for sharing.
- Jumbo lists 25 servings of 40 g.
- The label lists oats and gluten, and states that barley, rye and wheat may be present.
Quaker
The varieties we reviewed offer two different ways to stock up: a 600 g pack of porridge oats and 324 g of Quaker Oats Express Naturel in individual portions.
- The 600 g pack lists 15 servings; the express variety contains 12 individual portions.
- The two-minute preparation time applies to the express variety. Check the ingredients and allergens for each variety.
Albert Heijn
The version of AH Volkoren havermout fijne vlokken we reviewed comes in a 500 g pack.
- Albert Heijn lists 13 servings, with a serving size of 40 g.
- If colleagues are sharing the pack, check the current label for ingredients and allergens.
Brinta
Brinta Havermout comes in a 450 g pack, making it a smaller option for shared supplies.
- This pack size may suit a team that wants to buy less porridge oats at a time.
- Before buying for your team, check the servings, ingredients and allergens on the pack you’ve chosen.
Porridge oats for office lunches at Joybuy
This selection includes 375 to 600 g packs for sharing, as well as an express variety with individual portions. Choose based on how much you expect to use and how your colleagues prepare their lunch.
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Quaker porridge oats 600 g
A shared pack for a team looking for a middle-ground size rather than a 1 kg bag.
This Quaker pack lists 15 servings. If you’re sharing it, agree how to store the opened pack and check the current label for allergens.
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Quaker Express porridge oats 324 g
Individual portions are ideal when colleagues want to prepare their porridge at different times.
The pack contains 12 servings. According to the product information, preparation takes two minutes in a microwave or saucepan; also check the label for possible traces of soya, barley and wheat.
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Brinta porridge oats 450 g
This pack is an option for a smaller or changing team that wants to share its supplies.
The pack contains 450 g of porridge oats. Check the servings and allergens on the current label to see if it’s right for your group.
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Quaker porridge oats 375 g
This smaller pack may suit a team that only shares porridge oats occasionally.
The pack contains 375 g. Before buying, check the serving size, preparation method and allergens on the label.
Frequently asked questions
How many shared lunches can you get from a large pack of porridge oats?
It depends on the serving size on the label and how many people are eating. The 1 kg Jumbo pack we reviewed lists 25 servings of 40 g, while the 600 g Quaker pack we reviewed lists 15 servings. If five colleagues each have one serving as stated on the label, that works out at five and three shared lunches respectively.
Are regular porridge oats automatically suitable for a gluten-free office stock cupboard?
No. Always check the pack you’ve chosen and the needs of the colleagues who’ll be eating it. The 1 kg Jumbo porridge oats we reviewed list oats and gluten, and state that barley, rye and wheat may be present; don’t rely on the product category alone.
When are individual portions of porridge oats useful in the office?
Individual portions are handy when colleagues have lunch separately and don’t want to weigh out their own servings. The Quaker Express pack we reviewed contains 12 servings and lists a two-minute preparation time in a microwave or saucepan. Check that the equipment is available, and read the allergen label for each product.
Can you have porridge oats for lunch?
Yes, the Voedingscentrum also lists porridge oats as a lunch option. The nutritional value of the finished meal depends in part on how you prepare it and any toppings or other ingredients you add.