For coffee and guests
If you’re serving stroopwafels to a group, start by checking how many are in each pack. Albert Heijn, Jumbo, Lidl Nederland and ALDI Nederland list packs of 12; the weight varies by product.
Which formats are best for you?
For lunchboxes and taking with you
If you want to take a portion with you, you can either pack a few mini stroopwafels yourself or choose a pack with individually wrapped duo portions. Check whether you’ll need an extra tub or bag for the minis: a small size doesn’t mean they’re individually wrapped.
If you check ingredients
Check the ingredients list, allergens and any may-contain warnings for the exact variety. Jumbo and its Kanjers variety, for example, list wheat, milk and soya; the allergens shown vary from product to product.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you want to put one pack on the table, make up small portions yourself or have portions ready to go. Then compare the exact pack for quantity, ingredients and storage advice.
Large pack
Best when: several people will share a pack over coffee or cake.
The trade-off: once opened, you’ll need to store the rest according to the advice on the pack; individual portions to take with you aren’t included.
Mini stroopwafels
Best when: you want to put small waffles on a plate or pack a portion yourself.
The trade-off: minis aren’t automatically individually wrapped.
Individual duo portions
Best when: you want to take a set portion of two waffles with you each time.
The trade-off: check how many duo portions are in the outer pack, rather than looking only at the total number of waffles.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
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| Enough to share | Compare the number of waffles and the weight per pack. | When I’m putting on coffee and cake for a group, I want one pack that’s enough to share. Having enough in the pack is the top priority for around 33% of consumers. |
| Portions to take with you | Check whether the waffles are actually wrapped in pairs, or whether you’ll need to divide the minis yourself. | For a lunchbox, I want to pack a portion without taking the whole pack. A convenient portion size is the top priority for around 25% of consumers. |
| Flavour and butter | Read the ingredients list for your chosen variety; the name alone doesn’t tell you everything about what’s in it. | With my coffee, I want to choose a flavour or butter variety that suits my taste. This product choice matters most to around 25% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients, declared allergens and warnings about possible traces on the current packaging. | If I need to avoid certain ingredients, I first need to know whether these particular stroopwafels are suitable. For around 17% of consumers, this check is the first thing they look for. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a large pack contains separate lunchbox portions
A pack of 12 waffles and a pack with individually wrapped duo portions are arranged differently, even though both contain several waffles.
Before buying, check how the waffles are arranged inside the outer pack.
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Taking the word ‘butter’ at face value
Butter is an ingredient, not a judgement on the quality or suitability of a stroopwafel. Other ingredients and allergens matter too.
Compare the ingredients list for the exact variety, and check the packaging for allergen warnings as well.
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Assuming a product listing guarantees availability
Availability can vary between shops. PLUS, for example, says its 400 g butter stroopwafels aren’t available at every selected store.
Check availability at the shop where you plan to buy them.
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Relying on an old ingredients list
The packaging or recipe may have changed since your last purchase. This is particularly important if you need to avoid an allergen.
Check the physical packaging again before eating, even if you’ve bought the product before.
Brands and supermarket ranges to consider
Daelmans
PLUS lists Daelmans stroopwafels in several formats, including a 78 g duo pack.
- The different formats let you compare a pack for sharing at the table with a smaller duo portion.
- Check the quantity and availability of your chosen variety; a format being part of the range doesn’t guarantee it’s in stock at your shop.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists 468 g butter stroopwafels, with 12 portions of 39 g.
- The stated number of portions helps you plan a coffee break with a group.
- According to Albert Heijn, the separately listed 3-pack is supplied as loose items; don’t assume it contains individually wrapped lunchbox portions.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists a 468 g butter variety with 12 portions, as well as 300 g mini butter stroopwafels with around 12 portions.
- You can choose between regular waffles to share and smaller ones to portion yourself.
- The same stated quantity of around 12 portions doesn’t mean the waffles are the same size; compare the exact product.
Lidl
Lidl Nederland lists 12 Sondey butter stroopwafels weighing 480 g, as well as around 37 mini butter stroopwafels weighing 316 g.
- The number of waffles and the weight make the difference between full-sized waffles and minis clear.
- Check which variety is available at your Lidl shop.
Aldi
ALDI Nederland lists packs of 12 stroopwafels weighing 378 g and 480 g, as well as a 300 g Heerlijck Banket mini variety.
- The difference in weight between packs with the same number of full-sized waffles matters if you want to compare portion sizes.
- Check the quantity and availability for the pack and shop you’ve chosen, rather than relying on details for another ALDI variety.
PLUS
PLUS lists a 480 g own-brand pack of stroopwafels and a 400 g butter variety.
- PLUS includes ingredients and allergens in the product information for its 480 g pack.
- Availability of the 400 g butter variety may vary by selected PLUS shop.
Stroopwafels on Joybuy
These Kanjers packs are worth considering if you’re choosing stroopwafels to enjoy with coffee or share with others. Pay particular attention to the difference between a pack described as containing duo portions and one where you’ll need to check the arrangement yourself.
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Kanjers Original stroopwafels, 8 pieces
An option for sharing stroopwafels over coffee or taking a portion with you.
Joybuy describes the waffles as individually wrapped in pairs. Check the current packaging for the exact arrangement and allergens if these affect your choice.
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Kanjers Extra Delicious stroopwafels, 10 pieces
A pack of 10 stroopwafels for sharing over coffee with others.
If you want ready-to-go portions, check how the waffles are arranged inside the pack. Also read the current ingredients and allergen information.
Frequently asked questions
Which pack is best for coffee with a group?
A pack of 12 stroopwafels is a sensible starting point if everyone will share from the same pack. Albert Heijn and Jumbo each list a 468 g variety; then compare the ingredients and storage advice for the one you want to buy.
Are mini stroopwafels suitable for a lunchbox?
Yes, if you want to put together a small portion yourself, but minis aren’t automatically individually wrapped. If you want ready-made portions, check how the waffles are arranged inside the pack, for example whether it contains individually wrapped duo portions.
Which allergens should I check in stroopwafels?
Check the allergens on the exact pack: the products mentioned include wheat, milk and soya, among other ingredients, while the Kanjers variety of 4 × 2 pieces listed by Jumbo also contains egg and carries a warning about possible traces of nuts. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says allergens must be clearly distinguishable in the ingredients list on the label.
How should I store an opened pack?
Follow the storage advice for your chosen stroopwafels, and seal the pack well after use if the label instructs you to. Albert Heijn recommends storing its butter stroopwafels in a cool, dark and dry place; Jumbo advises storing the varieties mentioned in a cool, dry place.