Families stocking up the biscuit tin
If you’re planning several coffee breaks and Christmas visits, compare the net weight and number of portions before deciding how many packs you’ll need.
Which pack works best for you?
Hosts serving smaller portions
Mini stroopwafels are ideal for a platter of bite-sized treats. If you want to give wafers away individually, check whether they’re actually wrapped one at a time or in pairs.
Shoppers who need to check allergens
If any of your guests have an allergy or intolerance, the ingredients list on the exact pack matters more than the size you’d prefer. The regular varieties we looked at list wheat or gluten, milk and soya among their allergens.
What should you look for when choosing?
When stocking up for Christmas, first decide whether you mainly want to fill the biscuit tin or serve smaller portions. Then check the label on the pack you choose, especially if anyone has an allergy.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
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| Stocking up | Compare the net weight and the number of wafers or portions in each pack. | If I want to help myself to wafers from the biscuit tin several times over Christmas, one pack needs to last. Having enough in stock is the top priority for around 36% of consumers. |
| Easy to share | Check whether they’re minis and whether portions are wrapped individually or in pairs. | If I’m putting out a platter of little treats or giving wafers away, I don’t want to keep opening a large pack. Easy sharing matters most to around 29% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients list and any ‘may contain’ statement on the exact pack. | If a guest needs to avoid certain ingredients, I want to check what’s in this particular pack. Around 21% of consumers put this check first. |
| Coffee break | Check the size and the stated filling or butter ingredients. | If I’m serving a stroopwafel with coffee or tea, I’d rather choose the type of wafer I want to serve first. For around 14% of consumers, the occasion is the deciding factor. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming all stroopwafels contain the same allergens
The Jumbo and PLUS varieties we looked at list wheat or gluten, milk and soya. Some other packs also carry warnings about the possible presence of additional allergens.
If you have an allergy or intolerance, read both the ingredients list and any ‘may contain’ statement on the pack you’re buying.
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Choosing a large pack when you mainly want to share
A pack for the biscuit tin isn’t necessarily convenient if guests will be taking wafers home or you’re only serving a small portion at a time.
In that case, look for minis or wafers wrapped in pairs, and check the packaging before you buy.
Brands to consider
Daelmans
The pack described by Albert Heijn contains 10 stroopwafels and weighs 290 g.
- Albert Heijn states that this variety has a 50% caramel syrup filling and contains 8% butter.
- The stated allergens are wheat, cereals containing gluten, milk and soya. If you’re serving guests, check the label on the pack you’ve bought.
Jumbo
Jumbo Stroopwafels met Roomboter is a 468 g pack, for which Jumbo lists 12 portions.
- The stated number of portions makes it easier to plan how much you’ll need to fill the biscuit tin.
- Jumbo lists gluten, milk, soya and wheat as allergens and advises storing the pack in a cool, dry place.
PLUS
PLUS lists a 480 g standard pack and 300 g mini stroopwafels.
- The two sizes give you a choice between a larger supply and smaller wafers to serve.
- The packs we looked at list wheat or gluten, milk and soya. Check the details for the variety you choose.
Sondey (Lidl)
Lidl describes Sondey Roomboter Stroopwafels as a 480 g pack containing 12 wafers.
- The number of wafers and the pack weight make it comparable to other larger packs for the biscuit tin.
- Check the label on the pack you pick up in store.
BISCOTTO / ALDI
ALDI lists BISCOTTO Mini Stroopwafels in a 300 g pack.
- The mini size is a good option if you want to serve smaller wafers on a platter.
- Before buying, check the ingredients and allergens on the exact pack, especially if you’re catering for your guests’ dietary needs.
Stroopwafels at Joybuy
This pack of 10 Kanjers stroopwafels is worth considering if you want to plan how many wafers you’ll need for a coffee break. Check the product page and packaging to see whether the portions suit the way you want to serve them.
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Kanjers Extra Delicious Stroopwafels, 10 pieces
The pack contains 10 wafers, so you can plan how many you’ll need for a coffee break.
If you want to hand out individual portions, check how the wafers are wrapped. If you have allergies, read the label on the exact pack.
Frequently asked questions
How large should a pack of stroopwafels be for stocking up at Christmas?
It depends on how many times you plan to serve them: check both the net weight and the number of wafers or portions. The larger packs we looked at from PLUS, Lidl and Jumbo contain 468 to 480 g; Jumbo lists 12 portions in its 468 g pack.
Which allergens should I check in stroopwafels?
Read the ingredients list and any ‘may contain’ statement on the exact pack. The regular Jumbo and PLUS varieties we looked at list wheat or gluten, milk and soya; warnings about other possible allergens can vary between products.
How should I store a family pack of stroopwafels?
Follow the storage instructions on the pack: Jumbo advises keeping its wafers in a cool, dry place, while PLUS says to store its large pack somewhere dry and dark. Seal an opened pack tightly and check its best-before date.