Commuters with a regular coffee break
If you want to decide in advance how many waffles to put in your bag or lunchbox, look for a stated pack format such as 4 x 2. Check that it gives you the portions you want to take with you.
Who are these packs handy for?
Planners of a shared stash
If you have several coffee breaks at home or in the office, the total weight and number of waffles in a large bag are worth checking. A large bag won’t necessarily be divided into individual on-the-go packs.
Shoppers who need to check ingredients
If allergens or a plant-based diet influence your choice, the label matters more than the pack format. Even if you know the product, check the latest ingredients and any warnings.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start by deciding whether you want individual portions to take with you, a shared bag to dip into or smaller waffles to hand out. Then check the ingredients and how much you want to eat at each coffee break.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
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| Pre-portioned packs | Check how many inner packs and waffles per pack are explicitly stated on the packaging; 4 x 2 doesn’t mean each waffle is individually wrapped. | If I pack something in my lunchbox for every working day, I don’t want to keep opening a large bag. For around 37% of consumers, portioning convenience comes first. |
| Shared stash | Compare the net weight and the number of waffles or stated portions. Also check how to store the pack once opened. | When several people share the same stash, I want one pack to suit our shared coffee breaks. A shared stash is the main consideration for around 36% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Check the current ingredients list and any ‘may contain’ warnings; don’t assume a product is suitable for someone with an allergy just because it’s labelled plant-based. | If I need to avoid an ingredient or want to eat plant-based, I first need to know whether this particular product is suitable. This is the biggest consideration for around 18% of consumers. |
| Portion size and nutrition information | Check the nutritional values per 100 g and per portion, and see how many waffles that portion includes. | For a regular coffee break, I want to know how much I’m actually taking from the pack. For around 9% of consumers, portion size and its associated nutrition information are the main concern. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming ‘multipack’ means ‘each piece individually wrapped’
A large bag, a pack divided into 4 x 2 and a bag of minis don’t all offer the same way to take waffles with you. Only an explicitly stated pack format tells you how the waffles are divided.
Check both the pack format and the total weight before planning portions for working days or lunchboxes.
If the pack format doesn’t suit the way you’ll use it, you may have to take the waffles in separate containers yourself.
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Assuming plant-based means allergen-free
According to Albert Heijn, AH Terra’s plant-based stroopwafels contain wheat and soya and may contain milk. So a plant-based label doesn’t answer questions about allergens.
If you have an allergy, check the ingredients and warnings on the latest packaging for the product you’ve chosen.
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Using general nutrition information for every brand
Nutrition information for a stroopwafel of a particular weight isn’t a product specification for every brand and format. The stated serving size can also vary by pack.
On the label of your chosen product, compare the nutritional values per 100 g with those per portion, and check how many waffles you’ll actually eat.
Brands and product ranges compared
These examples show the different pack formats you can compare. A brand name alone doesn’t tell you how a particular pack is divided inside.
Daelmans
Daelmans offers both a standard bag and portioned options. For the 4-pack reviewed, Albert Heijn states that it contains 4 x 2 waffles.
- The stated 4-pack format makes it easier to plan portions to take with you.
- Don’t assume the standard bag or another product has the same internal format; check the pack you choose.
Jumbo
At 468 g, Jumbo Stroopwafels met Roomboter are an example of a larger bag for a shared stash.
- The stated weight makes the size of this particular bag clear.
- A large bag doesn’t in itself mean that it contains individual portions to take with you.
PLUS
At PLUS, you can compare a larger bag of stroopwafels with a smaller option, such as the Daelmans Duopack of 8 pieces.
- Different sizes let you choose between a larger stash and a smaller pack.
- Check the pack format on the packaging: the name Duopack alone doesn’t tell you how many individual inner packs you’ll get.
Sondey
Lidl states that a 316 g pack of Sondey Mini-roomboter stroopwafels contains around 37 small waffles.
- The mini format is worth considering if you want to hand out smaller waffles.
- The number of waffles doesn’t tell you whether they’re individually wrapped inside the pack.
AH Terra
Albert Heijn describes AH Terra Plantaardig stroopwafels as a plant-based option in a standard bag.
- The product description makes this option relevant if you want to eat plant-based.
- Plant-based doesn’t mean allergen-free: check for wheat and soya in the ingredients, and look for the warning about possible milk content.
Stroopwafels at Joybuy for coffee on the go
If you want one pack of stroopwafels to last for several coffee breaks, this selection includes a pack of ten. Check the product packaging to see how the waffles are divided inside if you want to take individual portions with you.
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Kanjers Extra Delicious Stroopwafels, 10 pcs
A pack of ten stroopwafels for several coffee breaks. Check the inner packaging if you want to take separate portions with you, and read the latest label if allergens are a concern.
Frequently asked questions
Which pack of stroopwafels is best for a lunchbox or work bag?
Choose a pack with a stated format that suits how much you want to take each time. Albert Heijn says the Daelmans 4-pack contains 4 x 2 waffles; Jumbo lists the same format for Kanjers Originele Stroopwafels. If space in your lunchbox is limited, check the pack dimensions too.
How should I store an opened pack of stroopwafels?
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging of your stroopwafels. The products reviewed recommend storing them in a cool, dry place or somewhere dry and dark; AH Terra also advises resealing the packaging securely after use.
Do allergens have to be listed on Dutch stroopwafel packaging?
Yes. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergens must be listed on the labels of pre-packed foods. If you have an allergy, check the latest ingredients list and any warnings on the packaging of the product you’re buying.
Is a plant-based stroopwafel automatically suitable for someone with a milk or gluten allergy?
No. A plant-based label doesn’t guarantee that a product is suitable for someone with an allergy. According to Albert Heijn, the AH Terra Plantaardig stroopwafels reviewed contain wheat and soya and may contain milk, so check the latest label.
Can I warm a stroopwafel over a cup of coffee?
Daelmans recommends placing one of its standard stroopwafels over a hot cup of coffee or tea and waiting for two minutes. This is an instruction for that particular product, not a requirement when choosing any pack of stroopwafels.