Families stocking up the biscuit tin
If several people at home will be having a stroopwafel during the school holidays, the number of waffles and the pack size matter. Also consider how you’ll reseal the pack after opening it.
Who is a family pack suitable for?
Parents preparing portions in advance
Mini stroopwafels or a pack divided into pairs make it easier to set aside an amount for snack time. Check the stated serving size: a mini waffle and a mini portion aren’t necessarily the same thing.
Families who need to check ingredients
If someone has an allergy or intolerance, the exact variant matters more than the brand name. The packs reviewed list ingredients including wheat or gluten, milk and soya; Jumbo also warns that Kanjers Original Stroopwafels may contain traces of nuts.
What should you look for when choosing?
For snacks at home, first decide how many waffles you want to set out and how often you’ll open the pack. Then check the details on the exact packaging, especially if someone needs to avoid certain ingredients.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
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| Treat time | Check the serving size and nutritional information per serving. Set out the amount you’ve chosen rather than leaving the open pack on the table. | When I’m planning a treat for children, I want to know how much will be on the table at one time. For around 37% of consumers, planning a treat time is the top priority. |
| Allergens and recipe | Read the ingredients list, allergen information and any warnings about traces on the current packaging for the exact variant. | If someone at home needs to avoid an ingredient, I don’t want to rely on a previous purchase or just the front of the pack. For around 27% of consumers, checking ingredients is their biggest concern when buying. |
| Pack size | Compare the weight and number of waffles. Also check the storage instructions and whether you can seal the pack securely after opening. | For several snack times at home, I want enough for the biscuit tin without having to leave a pack open for longer than is practical. This is the first consideration for around 27% of consumers. |
| Portioning | Check how many waffles are packed together and how many grams are included in the stated serving; mini waffles may also be grouped together as one serving. | If I only want to take some of the pack at a time, clear portioning helps. Around 9% of consumers say this convenience is their top priority. |
Common mistakes
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Looking only at the size of the pack
A larger pack contains more waffles, but it’s only useful if you’ll use them within the stated shelf life and storage conditions.
Compare the weight and number of waffles, and check how to store the pack after opening.
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Assuming mini waffles are automatically a different nutritional choice
A smaller size can make portioning easier, but it doesn’t tell you anything about the ingredients or nutritional value in itself.
Compare the nutritional information per serving and check how many mini waffles make up a serving.
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Relying on the front of the pack for allergen information
Products in the same category can contain different ingredients and carry different warnings about traces. Product information can also change.
Each time you shop, check the allergen information and ingredients list for the variant you’re actually buying.
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Leaving the holiday pack open all day
An open pack makes it harder to plan snack times and portion sizes in advance. For children aged 4 to 12, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends snacks mainly from the Wheel of Five, and no more than four eating or drinking occasions between meals.
Set out a portion for snack time and reseal the rest of the pack according to the storage instructions.
Brands and packs compared
The main differences between these brands are the pack sizes and variants reviewed. Check the details on the pack you choose; a feature of one variant doesn’t automatically apply to the whole brand.
Daelmans
PLUS lists a bag of Daelmans stroopwafels containing 10 waffles.
- According to PLUS product information, this variant is 50% syrup filling.
- If they affect your choice, check the ingredients and allergens for this variant on the pack.
Albert Heijn
The AH stroopwafels reviewed come in a 390 g pack.
- Albert Heijn lists 10 servings of 39 g, which helps you work out how much you’ll have for each snack time.
- Use the current packaging, rather than product information you viewed earlier, to check ingredients and allergens.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists butter stroopwafels in a 468 g pack, as well as mini butter stroopwafels in a 300 g pack.
- The 468 g variant lists 12 servings of 39 g; the mini variant has around 12 servings of 24 g.
- A smaller stated serving doesn’t mean the mini variant is suitable for someone who needs to avoid certain allergens.
PLUS
The PLUS variants reviewed include a 480 g pack of stroopwafels and a caramel-flavour variant containing 10 waffles.
- The different pack formats give you a clear basis for choosing between stocking up and buying a stated number of waffles.
- PLUS lists butter in the caramel-flavour variant; check the ingredients of the exact variant you’re buying.
Heerlijck Banket (ALDI)
ALDI Netherlands lists stroopwafels under Heerlijck Banket, including a pack of 12 waffles weighing 480 g.
- Another ALDI listing gives 12 waffles and a weight of 378 g, so compare the contents of the pack in front of you.
- Check the label on your chosen variant for ingredients, allergens and storage instructions.
Sondey (Lidl)
Lidl lists Sondey butter stroopwafels and mini butter stroopwafels as separate product types.
- Choose the size you want, then compare the information on the packs.
- For ingredients, allergens and nutritional values of these food products, Lidl refers shoppers to the label.
Stroopwafels for separate snack times
These Kanjers packs are suited to families who want to spread their stroopwafels across several snack times. For each variant, consider how many waffles you want to set out at once and check the current packaging for ingredients and allergens.
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Kanjers Original Syrup Waffles, 8 pieces
With the waffles packed in pairs, it’s easy to set some aside for snack time.
Joybuy lists 8 waffles, packed in pairs. Check the current label for ingredients and allergens.
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Kanjers Extra Delicious Syrup Waffles, 10 pieces
With 10 waffles, you can decide in advance how many to set out for each snack time.
Before choosing this variant, check how the waffles are packed and read the nutritional information per serving and the allergen information on the packaging.
Frequently asked questions
Are stroopwafels a suitable everyday snack for children during the school holidays?
It’s better to make them a planned treat than an everyday choice. For children aged 4 to 12, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends snacks mainly from the Wheel of Five, such as vegetables and fruit, and no more than four eating or drinking occasions between meals.
Which allergens should I check in stroopwafels?
Always check the information for wheat or gluten, milk and soya on the exact variant: these appear in several of the products reviewed. Jumbo also warns that Kanjers Original Stroopwafels may contain traces of nuts. Always read the current label before eating.
How should I store a family pack of stroopwafels after opening?
Follow the storage instructions on the pack and reseal it after use. For the AH stroopwafels reviewed, Albert Heijn recommends storing them in a cool, dark and dry place and sealing the pack securely; for its stroopwafels reviewed, Jumbo recommends storing them in a cool, dry place.
Does a claim about having less sugar tell me anything about allergens?
No. You’ll need to check the ingredients and allergen information separately. Albert Heijn states that Céréal Stroopwafels contain 65% less sugar than a standard stroopwafel; this comparison doesn’t tell you anything about the ingredients in another pack or whether it’s suitable for someone with an allergy.