If you want to take one snack with you
A small wrapper is handy if you don’t want to carry an opened bag around. Just check the quantity: the Daelmans Duo listed by PLUS contains two stroopwafels, not one.
Which size is right for you?
If you’re buying for several occasions
A bag could be a good fit if you’d like to enjoy more stroopwafels later and can store the rest. Compare the total contents of the pack with how many you expect to use.
If you need to compare labels
If you have an allergy or other specific dietary requirement, always go by the packaging currently in store. Ingredients and warnings about possible traces vary by product. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority highlights the allergen information on labels for prepacked foods.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you want one waffle per wrapper or simply a small pack. Then check how many waffles you’re buying in total and what information you need from the label.
| What to consider | Check | Who is this important for? |
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| Waffles per wrapper | Check whether each wrapper contains one or two waffles; a duo isn’t a single. | If I want to take one waffle with me, I don’t want to be left with an opened bag. For around 42% of consumers, a small pack for each snack occasion comes first. |
| Total pack contents | Compare the number of waffles in each pack with the number of occasions you plan to enjoy them. | If I only eat a stroopwafel now and then, I don’t want to buy more than I’ll use. Around 33% of consumers prioritise the size of the total purchase. |
| Label | Read the ingredients and allergen information, including warnings about possible traces. Compare nutritional information on the same basis, such as per 100 g. | If I need to check ingredients or allergens, I want to be able to assess the product I choose for myself. Checking the label is the top priority for around 25% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Mistaking a duo for a single
The Daelmans Duo at PLUS contains two waffles. So a small wrapper won’t necessarily meet your needs if you want to buy exactly one waffle.
Check the number of waffles per wrapper and the number of wrappers per pack.
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Looking only at the outer packaging
A pack containing individually wrapped portions can still include several waffles. That matters if you only want to buy enough for one snack occasion.
Check the total contents before deciding whether a multipack suits the way you’ll use it.
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Assuming every brand has the same allergens
Listed ingredients and possible traces vary between stroopwafels. The product information for Daelmans Duo lists wheat, milk and soya, among other ingredients; Bakker Joop also lists possible traces of egg and hazelnut.
Check the current label of the exact product you choose every time you buy.
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Assuming an old product listing is still available
Jumbo says that its 8 × 29 g pack of stroopwafels is no longer available to buy online.
Check your shop’s current product listing before relying on a particular pack size.
Relevant brands and shops
These brands and shops give you options to compare small packs with bags for several occasions; pack sizes vary by product range.
Daelmans
PLUS lists a 78 g Daelmans Duo. Sligro also lists a Daelmans single format in a box of 36 wrappers, each weighing 39 g.
- The Duo is a small wrapper for anyone who wants to take two waffles with them.
- The Duo doesn’t contain just one waffle. The single format mentioned is a wholesale box, not one individual snack.
AH
The 390 g AH Stroopwafels are an option if you’re planning to enjoy them on several occasions.
- The larger pack is handy if you want to keep a small supply in the cupboard.
- If you need individually wrapped waffles, check the packaging; you can’t tell from the pack size alone.
Bakker Joop
Jumbo lists Bakker Joop Stroopwafels in a pack of 12, weighing 378 g.
- The number of waffles makes it clear that this is a purchase for several occasions.
- This isn’t a pack of one individual waffle. If you have allergies, also check the listed possible traces.
ALDI / Heerlijck Banket
ALDI lists stroopwafels in packs of 12. Its category page also mentions stroopwafels wrapped in pairs.
- These pack sizes show why it’s important to check the number of waffles per wrapper and per pack separately.
- A pack of two doesn’t meet the requirement for one waffle per wrapper.
PLUS
PLUS lists both the 78 g Daelmans Duo and bags of PLUS Karamel stroopwafels containing 10 waffles.
- You can compare a wrapper containing two waffles with a bag for several occasions.
- Check the contents of both products: the Duo isn’t a single and the bag contains ten waffles.
Lidl / Sondey
Lidl lists Sondey Roomboter stroopwafels in a pack of 12, weighing 480 g.
- The pack size is clear if you’re buying for several occasions.
- This size isn’t the same as buying one individual waffle.
Stroopwafels at Joybuy
This pack of ten stroopwafels is a good fit for several snack occasions. If you only want to buy one waffle in total, a pack of ten isn’t the size you’re looking for.
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Kanjers Extra Delicious Stroopwafels, 10 pieces
A pack for anyone who wants to enjoy a stroopwafel on several occasions; the product name states that it contains 10 pieces.
If you want to take one waffle with you each time, check the packaging to see whether they’re individually wrapped. If you have allergies, read the current label.
Frequently asked questions
Does the Daelmans Duo contain just one stroopwafel?
No. The Daelmans Duo listed by PLUS contains two stroopwafels with a combined weight of 78 g. If you need exactly one waffle, check the number per wrapper.
Should I check stroopwafel labels for allergens?
Yes, especially if you need to avoid an allergen. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains the mandatory allergen information on labels for prepacked foods. Also check the current packaging of your chosen product for any warnings about possible traces.
How should I store an opened bag of stroopwafels?
Follow the storage advice on the packaging and seal the bag well after use. For the AH stroopwafels mentioned, Albert Heijn recommends storing them in a cool, dark and dry place.