For a small top-up shop, a duo pack is a good fit if two standard stroopwafels will do: PLUS lists a Daelmans pack containing two waffles weighing 78 g in total, rather than a pack with one individual waffle. If you’d prefer smaller portions, look for minis and check how they’re packaged. A larger bag is best if you’re also buying for future snack times.
Looking for a sealed pack to take on a break or journey, without carrying a large stock. A duo pack and individually wrapped minis meet that need in different ways: one contains two standard waffles, while the other offers smaller portions.
Wants to know how many waffles are in the pack before buying. A pack of two is a different purchase from a bag for several snack times.
Checks the ingredients and allergen information for the chosen variety before eating. For the stroopwafels described, PLUS and Jumbo list ingredients including wheat or gluten, milk and soya; information can vary by product.
Choose this size: if you want to take a standard stroopwafel with you and can use two. PLUS lists a Daelmans pack containing two waffles weighing 78 g in total.
The trade-off: even if you’ve planned just one snack time, you’ll be buying two waffles, not one individual waffle.
Choose this size: if smaller, individually wrapped portions matter more to you than having one standard stroopwafel. Jumbo describes a mini variety weighing 8 g each.
The trade-off: a mini isn’t a standard stroopwafel; also check whether the pack you want is available.
Choose this size: if you’re buying for several snack times. Albert Heijn lists Daelmans packs of 10, while Lidl lists Sondey packs of 12.
The trade-off: you’ll be taking more waffles than you need for one snack right now.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Compact pack | Count the waffles in each pack and check whether it can be carried sealed. | I want something I can take with me for a short break without opening a large bag. For around 50% of consumers, a compact purchase for immediate use comes first. |
| Portion and stock | Compare the number of waffles and total weight with how much you want to keep for later. | When I’m buying for myself, I want to know how many waffles will be left after that one snack time. Quantity is the main priority for around 30% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the current label for the variety you’ve chosen, including the ingredients and any warnings about traces. | I need to be able to check before eating whether these particular stroopwafels are suitable for me. For around 20% of consumers, checking the label matters most. |
The Daelmans duo pack listed by PLUS contains two stroopwafels. This matters if you only want to buy or eat one.
Check the number of waffles in each retail pack, even if the pack looks small.
The mini described by Jumbo weighs 8 g each; Albert Heijn lists a 29 g portion for one standard Daelmans stroopwafel. These are different portion sizes.
Compare both the portion size and the number of waffles before choosing a pack.
Allergen information varies by variety. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that allergens must be listed on the label of prepacked foods.
Before eating, read the label on the pack you’ve actually chosen.
A listed pack size may not be available at your shop. For example, Lidl lists Sondey butter stroopwafels as available in store only.
Check availability at the shop where you plan to make your top-up purchase.
If you want to compare a compact pack with a larger one, PLUS lists a 78 g duo pack, while Albert Heijn lists a pack of 10 stroopwafels.
Jumbo lists Kanjers Original Stroopwafels in a pack of 4 × 2, weighing 320 g in total.
Lidl lists Sondey butter stroopwafels in a pack of 12, weighing 480 g.
ALDI lists Biscotto mini stroopwafels in a 300 g pack.
These Joybuy products are packs of eight or ten Kanjers stroopwafels. Consider them if you’re also buying for future snack times, rather than if you want to buy one individual waffle.
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An option if you want to buy stroopwafels for several snack times. The retail pack contains 10 pieces, not one individual waffle. Check availability before buying, and if you have allergies, read the current label.
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A pack to consider if you want to buy eight stroopwafels for several occasions. It contains 8 pieces per retail pack, not one individual waffle. Check how the portions are arranged and, if you have allergies, read the current label. Also check whether the product is available.
Keep them in a cool, dry place and follow the storage and best-before information on the pack you’ve bought. If you have a pack for several snack times, pay particular attention to what the label says.
Check the label for the exact variety you’re buying. For the products described, PLUS and Jumbo list ingredients including wheat or gluten, milk and soya; some varieties also mention egg or possible traces of nuts. Information for another stroopwafel is no substitute for checking the current label.
