Choose loose oats if you want to measure out your own portion; choose sachets if a set quantity and quick preparation matter more. Don’t confuse ‘no added sugars’ with ‘sugar-free’: the nutrition information for the Quaker varieties mentioned still lists sugars. If you’re considering a high-protein variety, check the ingredients and allergens too, including soya.
You want to choose a simple oat product and check not only the ingredients but also the ‘of which sugars’ figure per 100 g. According to Quaker’s product information, the varieties mentioned contain no added sugars, but sugars are still listed in the nutrition information.
You don’t want to weigh anything out and are looking for a set portion that’s quick to prepare. Albert Heijn lists Quaker Oats Express Naturel as 12 portions of 27 g, with a preparation time of around two minutes.
You’re comparing a single-serving high-protein option with regular porridge oats and checking the ingredients at the same time. Albert Heijn lists Quaker Oats Express Protein as containing 22 g of protein per 100 g and 15% soya protein.
First, distinguish between the sugar claim on the label and the portion size you want. Then consider whether preparation time or protein is more important for your breakfast.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Sugar claims | Read the exact claim, the ingredients and the ‘of which sugars’ figure per 100 g. ‘No added sugars’ doesn’t mean the product contains no sugars. | If I want to avoid sugar completely, I don’t want to rely on a search term or the front of the pack alone. Around 46% of consumers prioritise checking sugar claims. |
| Portion and preparation | Compare the weight per portion and the preparation instructions. A portion sachet isn’t automatically unsweetened. | On a busy morning, I want one pre-measured portion without having to measure it out myself. A set portion that’s quick to prepare is a priority for around 27% of consumers. |
| Protein and allergens | Compare the protein per 100 g and read the ingredients and allergen information; the Quaker high-protein variety mentioned contains soya. | When protein is my main consideration, I want to know which ingredients provide it. This need takes priority for around 27% of consumers, alongside checking allergens. |
The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority distinguishes the ‘sugar-free’ claim from other sugar claims. The Quaker products mentioned as containing no added sugars still list sugars per 100 g.
Check the exact claim and the nutrition information for the variety you’re buying. If you need to avoid sugar completely, don’t rely on the words ‘no added sugars’ alone.
Jumbo lists sugar as an ingredient in Havermout Porties Original, alongside wholegrain oat flakes. So portion packaging tells you nothing about whether sugar has been added.
Check the ingredients list for each portion pack or flavoured product individually.
According to Albert Heijn, Quaker Oats Express Protein contains 15% soya protein. This is important if you avoid soya.
Compare the protein content with the ingredients and check the latest allergen information before choosing a variety.
This comparison includes Quaker loose wholegrain oats, Express portions and an Express Protein variety.
Brinta Havermout is an option with loose flakes if you want to measure out your own portion.
Jumbo offers both loose wholegrain oat flakes and a portion product; the ingredients vary by variety.
These products show two ways to put together breakfast for one: choose a portion pack or measure out loose oats yourself. If the sugar information is a deciding factor for you, check the latest nutrition information for each variety.
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A portion pack worth considering if you don’t want to measure out oats for a single breakfast. Check the sugar claims and allergen information on the latest packaging.
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This portion pack is worth considering if protein is part of your decision. Albert Heijn lists soya protein in Quaker Oats Express Protein; check the latest ingredients and allergen information before choosing this variety.
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Loose oats are a good option if you want to measure out the amount you need for one meal. If gluten is a concern for you, check the latest allergen information on the pack.
No, not necessarily. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority distinguishes the ‘sugar-free’ claim from other sugar claims. The product information for the Quaker varieties mentioned as containing no added sugars still lists sugars per 100 g, so check both details on the pack.
A portion sachet saves you measuring, while loose oats let you choose the amount yourself. Albert Heijn lists Quaker Oats Express Naturel as 12 sachets of 27 g, with a preparation time of around two minutes; check the instructions for the variety you choose.
Measure out the oats and liquid according to the instructions for your product. Jumbo gives 40 g of Quaker Havermout with 250 ml of milk or water as a preparation example; only adjust the quantities while following the relevant preparation instructions.
First, check the latest allergen information: Albert Heijn lists 15% soya protein in Quaker Oats Express Protein and mentions oats and gluten-containing cereals. If you have a dietary restriction, don’t rely on the word ‘protein’ or the front of the pack alone.
