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Cake makers baking for a group

If you’re using waffles for both the base and the decoration, count how many you’ll need before choosing a pack. Albert Heijn’s stroopwafel cake recipe for 12 people uses 26 mini butter stroopwafels.

Families stocking the biscuit tin

If you want to have some waffles left over after baking, don’t just work out how many you need for the cake. Check the storage instructions on the pack too, and seal it carefully after use.

Bakers checking ingredients

Compare the ingredients and allergens of the exact variety you plan to use. The regular varieties mentioned contain ingredients such as wheat, milk or soya; even a variety labelled vegan may contain allergens.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide what role the waffles will play in your cake. Then check the number of waffles, their size and the ingredients. Remember to allow separately for any you want to keep for the biscuit tin.

What to consider What should you check? Who should pay particular attention?
Quantity Compare the number of waffles and the pack weight with your recipe and the amount you want to have left over. When I’m making a cake for a group, I don’t want to run short of waffles halfway through or use up my supply for later. Having enough is the top priority for around 36% of consumers.
Size Check whether the recipe calls for mini stroopwafels, whole waffles or pieces. For a border made up of lots of small decorations, I want to know whether the waffles are the right size. Getting the right size is the main concern for around 29% of consumers.
Ingredients and allergens Read the ingredients, allergen information and any ‘may contain’ statement on the current pack. If I’m baking for guests who need to avoid certain ingredients or eat a plant-based diet, the variety I choose needs to suit them. Around 21% of consumers prioritise these checks.
Availability Check whether the pack you want is available when you plan to bake. When I’m baking on a particular day, I want to be able to buy the right waffles in time. Availability matters most to around 14% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a family pack contains enough waffles for every recipe

    The number of waffles can matter more than the pack weight. For example, Albert Heijn’s stroopwafel cake recipe for 12 people calls for 26 mini butter stroopwafels; a pack containing 10 or 12 whole waffles won’t necessarily be enough.

    Count the waffles in your own recipe and check whether it calls for minis or whole waffles before choosing a pack.

  • Assuming vegan means allergen-free

    Albert Heijn labels AH Terra Plant-Based stroopwafels as vegan, but also lists wheat and soya and says they may contain milk and lactose.

    Read the ingredients list and ‘may contain’ statement on the pack you’re actually using. Check separately whether it’s suitable for a plant-based diet and for anyone with allergies.

Brands to consider

Daelmans

PLUS lists a bag of Daelmans stroopwafels containing 10 waffles.

  • The product information states that the syrup filling makes up 50%.
  • The variety listed contains wheat, milk and soya. Check the current pack before use.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn sells AH Terra Plant-Based stroopwafels and publishes a stroopwafel cake recipe.

  • The AH Terra product page labels the waffles as vegan.
  • This variety contains wheat and soya and may contain milk and lactose.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists 468 g butter stroopwafels and 300 g mini butter stroopwafels.

  • For the 468 g variety, Jumbo lists 12 servings and 25% butter.
  • According to the product page, the 468 g variety contains wheat, milk and soya.

Lidl

Lidl lists stroopwafels among the products in its Sondey range.

  • The brand is a useful option to look for if you’re shopping for stroopwafels in store.
  • For food ingredients, allergens and nutritional information, Lidl refers customers to the packaging.

ALDI

ALDI lists Heerlijck Banket stroopwafels in packs of 12, weighing 480 g in total. Its range also includes Biscotto mini stroopwafels.

  • The number and weight of the Heerlijck Banket pack help when planning to use whole waffles.
  • Check the pack of the exact variety for ingredients and allergen information.

PLUS

PLUS lists its own 480 g stroopwafels and 400 g Korenlanders butter stroopwafels.

  • The product page for the 480 g variety lists ingredients and allergens.
  • Both varieties mentioned contain wheat and milk; the 480 g variety also contains soya.

Stroopwafels at Joybuy

These packs of Kanjers stroopwafels are an option if you want to bake with whole waffles and work out how many you need for your recipe. Check the size if your cake calls for mini stroopwafels.

Kanjers Original Stroopwafels, 8 waffles

Kanjers Original Stroopwafels, 8 waffles

With 8 waffles in the pack, you can work out how many packs you’ll need for your cake and whether you’ll have any left over for later.

Before using, check the size, ingredients and allergen information on the pack.

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Kanjers Extra Delicious Stroopwafels, 10 waffles

Kanjers Extra Delicious Stroopwafels, 10 waffles

You can compare this 10-waffle pack with the number of waffles your recipe calls for.

Check that the size works for the base or decoration you have in mind, and read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack.

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Frequently asked questions

How many stroopwafels do I need for a cake?

Go by the number and size specified in your recipe. Albert Heijn’s stroopwafel cake recipe for 12 people uses 26 mini butter stroopwafels; a pack of whole waffles containing fewer pieces isn’t necessarily a suitable substitute.

Are vegan stroopwafels also free from milk and other allergens?

No, you can’t assume that from the vegan label. For its AH Terra Plant-Based stroopwafels, Albert Heijn lists wheat and soya and says they may contain milk and lactose. So make sure you check the allergen information on the current pack too.

How should I store an opened pack?

Follow the storage instructions on the pack and seal it carefully once opened. The varieties mentioned from Jumbo, PLUS, Daelmans and AH Terra are labelled ‘store in a cool, dry, dark place’.

Should I check the ingredients again for a product I know?

Yes, check the packaging of the variety you’re buying, especially if ingredients or allergens matter to your guests. Product information can change, and regular stroopwafels may contain ingredients such as wheat, milk or soya.