Parents planning a decorating activity with a small group
You want enough waffles for every child. Check whether you need whole stroopwafels to decorate, or several minis per child.
Who are these stroopwafels for?
Shoppers who need to rule out allergens in advance
You’re making something for children or guests with a food allergy or coeliac disease. The standard and mini varieties described by Jumbo contain wheat, milk and soya, so check the ingredients and allergen information on the pack you choose.
Families who want to plan portions
You want to decide in advance how many stroopwafels each child will have. When comparing minis with standard-sized waffles, look at both the number of pieces and the nutritional information per 100 g and per portion.
What should you look for when buying?
Start with what the children will make with the waffles: for creations using whole waffles, the number of full-sized stroopwafels matters; for smaller decorations, minis may also be suitable.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
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| Number and size | Compare the number of pieces and the portion size with the recipe and the number of children. The total weight won’t tell you how many whole waffles you can decorate. | If every child is decorating a whole waffle, I want to know in advance whether there are enough. For around 27% of consumers, the number of usable waffles comes first. |
| Allergens | Read the ingredients and any warnings about possible traces on the exact pack, even if you’ve bought another variety from the same brand before. | If someone in the group needs to avoid an allergen, I want to know whether this variety is suitable. For around 27% of consumers, checking this is the top priority. |
| Sugars and portions | Compare sugars per 100 g and per portion. Jumbo lists 32 g of sugars per 100 g for its mini butter stroopwafels; a mini size alone tells you nothing about this value. | I want to decide how much each child will have before we start decorating, rather than looking only at the size. For around 20% of consumers, portions and sugars are the main considerations. |
| Suitable pack size | Count the waffles needed for the recipe and check that the pack contains the right amount. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends matching quantities to what you need when cooking with children, to help reduce waste. | For a small group, I don’t want to be left with lots of unused waffles. Around 26% of consumers prioritise finding a pack in a suitable size. |
Common mistakes when buying large packs
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Relying on the brand name when checking for allergens
Ingredients and warnings about possible traces vary by product. For example, Albert Heijn labels its standard stroopwafels as vegan, but also states that they may contain milk and lactose.
Before serving, read the label on the exact flavour and pack you’ve bought, including the allergen information.
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Assuming minis automatically contain less sugar
A smaller piece makes portioning easier, but you’ll need to compare the amount of sugars per 100 g separately. Jumbo lists 32 g of sugars per 100 g for its mini butter stroopwafels.
Check the nutritional information per 100 g and per portion, and decide how many pieces you’ll use for the activity.
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Looking only at the weight of the pack
The same total weight can give you a different number of pieces depending on whether the pack contains whole waffles or minis. For an activity involving whole-waffle creations, the number of full-sized waffles is what matters most.
Count the participants and the number of waffles the recipe calls for per child. Then check the number of pieces or portion information on the pack.
Brands to consider
Daelmans
Daelmans promotes its classic stroopwafels for sharing, among other occasions, and offers larger packs.
- A larger pack may work well when several children are decorating whole waffles; check the number of pieces in the variety you choose.
- The 36 × 39 g Daelmans pack on the Jumbo product page we consulted is no longer available online there. Check which pack you can actually buy.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn sells a 390 g standard pack of stroopwafels, as well as a separate butter variety with less sugar.
- According to Albert Heijn, its Less Sugar Butter variety contains 32% less sugar than AH Butter stroopwafels. This comparison applies to these two varieties.
- The standard variety labelled vegan contains wheat and soya, and may contain milk and lactose. The butter variety with less sugar contains milk, soya and wheat; always check the label if you have allergies.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists 468 g packs of butter stroopwafels with 12 portions, as well as 300 g packs of mini butter stroopwafels.
- The standard variety contains whole waffles, while the mini variety lists portions of 24 g. Choose the size that suits your planned decorations.
- Both varieties described contain wheat, milk and soya, so they are not suitable if any of these ingredients need to be avoided.
Sondey (Lidl)
Sondey mini butter stroopwafels are a smaller option for activities where you want to hand out individual pieces.
- Lidl lists approximately 37 pieces in each 316 g pack, giving you a useful guide when planning.
- Check the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information on the pack before choosing this variety for a group.
Heerlijck Banket (ALDI)
ALDI lists a standard pack of 12 stroopwafels weighing 378 g in total, as well as a separate 300 g Heerlijck Banket mini variety.
- You can compare the stated number of standard waffles with the number of children; there’s also a mini variety for smaller decorations.
- Check the ingredients and allergens on the label for the pack you choose.
PLUS
PLUS lists a standard 480 g pack of stroopwafels and a separate 300 g mini pack.
- The two sizes let you choose between whole waffles and smaller pieces for your planned recipe.
- The varieties described contain wheat, soya and milk. Check the current pack, as product information can change.
Stroopwafels on Joybuy
This pack contains whole stroopwafels to decorate or hand out. Check whether eight pieces will be enough for your activity, based on the number of children.
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Kanjers Original Stroopwafels, 8 pieces
For an activity where children decorate or hand out whole stroopwafels.
The product description lists eight extra-large stroopwafels, individually wrapped in pairs. Check that eight pieces and their size are right for your recipe.
The product description lists wheat/gluten, milk and soya, and says the product may contain barley, spelt, eggs, hazelnuts and nuts. If you have allergies, check the label on the exact pack.
Frequently asked questions
How many stroopwafels do I need for baking with children?
Count how many waffles the recipe needs per child and multiply that by the number of children taking part. For creations using a whole waffle, check the number of standard-sized waffles; for smaller decorations, decide how many minis you want to use. The weight of the pack alone won’t tell you.
Do mini stroopwafels contain less sugar than regular stroopwafels?
Not necessarily: the smaller size tells you how much you get per piece, not how much sugar the product contains per 100 g. Jumbo lists 32 g of sugars per 100 g for its mini butter stroopwafels. Compare the nutritional information for the varieties you’re considering, and check the portion you plan to serve too.
Which allergens should I check in stroopwafels?
Read the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack, including any warnings about possible traces. The standard and mini varieties described by Jumbo contain wheat, milk and soya; Albert Heijn’s standard stroopwafels contain wheat and soya, and may contain milk and lactose.
How should I store stroopwafels after opening the pack?
Follow the storage instructions on the pack and seal it well after use. Jumbo advises storing the varieties described in a cool, dry place; Albert Heijn recommends keeping its standard stroopwafels somewhere cool, dark and dry. Also check the date and condition of the product.