For hosts who want to share
If you’re putting stroopwafels out for a group, it helps to check both the number of waffles and the net weight. Jumbo, PLUS and ALDI list larger packs; PLUS also offers a share bag of Daelmans minis.
Which pack sizes are useful for different occasions?
For shoppers keeping an eye on quantity
If you’d like to have some stroopwafels left over after the film night, compare the contents of larger packs with bags of minis. That way, you can choose a size that suits what you want to serve and keep.
For shoppers who want to take portions with them
If you want to put some aside in lunchboxes, look for packs divided into portions of two. For example, Jumbo lists Kanjers in a pack of 4 x 2 pieces.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, decide whether you mainly want to serve whole waffles, put out smaller bites or save portions for later. Then check the quantity and, where necessary, the ingredients of the specific pack.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
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| Enough for the group | Check the number of pieces and the size of the waffles. | If I want to give everyone a whole waffle, the pack needs to contain enough. Having enough waffles for the group is the top priority for around 33% of consumers. |
| Saving some for later | Compare the net weight and think about how much you want to keep after the film night. | I want some left over, but I don’t want to buy a lot more than we’ll use. Getting the right quantity is a priority for around 27% of consumers. |
| Portions for lunchboxes | Check whether the pack is divided into portions of two, rather than only showing the total number of pieces. | If I want to set aside waffles for a lunchbox, a pack that’s already divided into portions is useful. For around 20% of consumers, these kinds of portions are the first thing they look for. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack of the variant you choose. | If a guest has a food allergy, I want to know exactly what’s in these waffles. Checking this is the top priority for around 20% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming all stroopwafels contain the same allergens
Ingredients vary by variant. Jumbo lists wheat, milk, soya and egg among the ingredients in Kanjers Original Stroopwafels, and says they may contain traces of nuts.
Read the label on the pack you’ve bought before serving, especially if anyone has a food allergy.
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Assuming a product page means it’s currently available
Albert Heijn listed a Daelmans Jumbo Duo as no longer in its range, so an online listing doesn’t necessarily mean you can buy the product.
Check with your chosen shop that the size you want is available, and consider which other size would also suit your plans.
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Assuming minis have different ingredients
A smaller waffle doesn’t necessarily have different ingredients, allergens or nutritional values.
Choose minis for their size, and check the nutritional information and allergens separately on the pack.
Brands and own-label options to consider
Daelmans
Daelmans is available in a range of pack sizes, including minis and standard stroopwafels.
- PLUS lists a bag of 25 Daelmans minis and a bag of 10 standard stroopwafels.
- According to PLUS product information, the standard stroopwafels contain wheat, cereals containing gluten, soya and milk. Check the label on the variant you buy.
Jumbo huismerk
Jumbo’s range includes both standard stroopwafels and own-label minis.
- Jumbo lists 468 g of standard stroopwafels made with butter and 300 g of mini stroopwafels made with butter.
- Check the ingredients and allergens for each variant; the size won’t tell you what they are.
Kanjers
Kanjers stroopwafels come in a pack of 4 x 2 pieces, making them worth considering if you want to set aside individual portions.
- Jumbo lists 8 pieces and a net weight of 320 g for this variant.
- Jumbo product information lists wheat, milk, soya and egg among the allergens, and says the product may contain traces of nuts.
PLUS huismerk
PLUS lists its own-label stroopwafels in a 480 g wrapper.
- The stated net weight helps you work out how much to put out for your film night.
- When buying, read the information on the pack of the specific variant.
HEERLIJCK BANKET en BISCOTTO bij ALDI
ALDI lists HEERLIJCK BANKET stroopwafels and BISCOTTO minis in different sizes.
- The listings state 12 pieces and 480 g for HEERLIJCK BANKET, and 300 g for BISCOTTO minis.
- The HEERLIJCK BANKET listing was marked as unavailable. Check what’s currently in stock at your shop.
Stroopwafels at Joybuy
This Kanjers pack contains several stroopwafels for your film night. Check whether eight pieces will be enough for your group and how many you’d like to save for later.
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Kanjers Original Stroopwafels, 8 pieces
For a film night when you want to serve stroopwafels and perhaps save some for later. The pack contains 8 pieces; check the allergens on the label before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How do I choose enough stroopwafels for a film night?
Start with the number of people and decide whether you want to serve whole waffles or smaller bites. Then compare the number of pieces and the net weight of the packs you’re considering.
When is a duo pack useful?
A pack divided into portions of two is useful if you want to set some aside for lunchboxes or snacks on the go, as well as for film night. Check the pack to see how the pieces are divided and whether the variant is available.
Should I check the allergens in stroopwafels?
Yes. If you or a guest has a food allergy, the label on the variant you buy is what matters. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains the mandatory allergen labelling for prepacked foods; ingredients can vary between stroopwafel variants.
Can I rely on an online shop for ingredient information?
Use the product page to compare variants, but read the packaging you’ve actually bought before eating. Product information can change, so an earlier online description is no substitute for the label.