Parents who want to hand out small portions
A mini stroopwafel can make it easier to set out a small treat for each child. Check the portion size: Albert Heijn lists a portion of 8 g for AH Mini stroopwafels.
Who is this choice relevant to?
Parents who need to consider allergies
Ask in advance which ingredients the children need to avoid, then check the packaging of the variant you choose. According to the NVWA, pre-packed foods must display allergen information on the label.
Parents who want to compare sugar content
Compare the sugar content per 100 g, and also consider how much you want to give each child. The Voedingscentrum recommends comparing the nutritional value of products per 100 g.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, check whether stroopwafels are suitable for all the children’s dietary requirements. Then compare the portion size, nutrition information and the number of wafers you need.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Small portions | Check the weight per wafer or portion, and how many you’ll need to hand out. | If I want to give each child a small stroopwafel, I want to know in advance what one portion looks like. Portion size would be the main consideration for around 31% of consumers. |
| Allergies and dietary requirements | Ask about relevant allergies in advance and read the ingredients and allergen information on the current packaging for the variant you choose. | If a child needs to avoid certain ingredients, my treat needs to be suitable for them. For around 25% of consumers, suitability would be their first concern. |
| Sugar | Compare the sugar content per 100 g and consider how much you want to give each child. | If I want to compare variants by sugar content, I look beyond the word ‘mini’ or a claim on the front of the pack. Around 25% of consumers would give this comparison priority. |
| Number of wafers | Count how many portions are in the pack and check whether the wafers are individually wrapped. | For a larger group, I want to have enough suitable portions ready without having to divide them up on the day. This would be the main consideration for around 19% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming ‘mini’ means ‘less sugar’
A smaller stroopwafel changes the portion size, but it doesn’t tell you how much sugar the product contains per 100 g. Albert Heijn lists 31 g of sugar per 100 g for AH Mini stroopwafels and 23 g per 100 g for AH Roomboter minder suiker stroopwafels.
First decide whether a smaller portion or a lower stated sugar content matters more to you. Then compare the nutrition information per 100 g as well as the portion you plan to serve.
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Assuming ‘gluten-free’ means ‘free from all allergens’
According to PLUS, the PLUS Glutenvrije stroopwafels reviewed also contain egg and lupin. So the gluten-free label doesn’t answer every question about allergens.
Ask which allergens are relevant to the children and check the full allergen information on the packaging you buy.
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Leaving it until the day of the party to look for a specific variant
A particular pack or individually wrapped option may not be available in every shop. This could matter if you’ve already planned portions based on the number of children.
Check in good time that your preferred variant is available, and choose a suitable alternative in advance that also meets the group’s dietary requirements.
Brands to consider
Daelmans
Daelmans also makes mini stroopwafels. For the Mini wafers reviewed, Albert Heijn lists a portion of four wafers (32 g).
- The mini variant offers a smaller wafer to hand out.
- Check the allergens on the pack you choose, including wheat, milk and soya.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn sells regular stroopwafels, mini stroopwafels and a butter-rich variant with less sugar.
- AH Mini lists 8 g per portion; the butter-rich, lower-sugar variant lists 23 g of sugar per 100 g.
- A mini portion and a lower sugar content are different things to consider. Check the allergens for both variants too.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists mini stroopwafels in a pack of 18 individually wrapped wafers, each weighing 8 g.
- Individual wrapping can make it easier to prepare portions in advance.
- Check current availability and the label; the variant reviewed lists wheat, milk, egg and soya, among other ingredients.
PLUS
PLUS sells mini stroopwafels as well as a separate gluten-free variant.
- The gluten-free variant offers a specific option for anyone who needs to avoid gluten.
- According to PLUS, this gluten-free variant also contains egg and lupin; check whether the full ingredient list is suitable for the child in question.
Lidl (Sondey)
Lidl lists Sondey Mini butter stroopwafels, with around 37 wafers in a 316 g pack.
- The stated number of wafers helps you plan portions for a group.
- Check availability in store and read the label on the pack you buy before handing them out.
ALDI
ALDI lists regular stroopwafels in a pack of 12, weighing 378 g.
- The number of wafers makes it easy to work out how many packs you’ll need for the group.
- If any of the children have allergies, check the ingredients and allergens on the pack you buy.
Stroopwafels on Joybuy
These stroopwafels are an option if you want to count out portions in advance. For a small portion for children, check the weight of each wafer and read the current label before handing them out.
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Kanjers Extra Delicious Stroopwafels, 10 pieces
A pack of 10 to portion out for the party. Check the weight of each wafer to decide what size portion you’d like to serve; also read the current label, especially if wheat, milk or soya are relevant to any of the children.
Frequently asked questions
Should I ask about allergies before a children’s party?
Yes. Ask in advance which allergies and dietary requirements you need to consider, then check the packaging of the exact variant you’re buying. The NVWA says that pre-packed foods must display allergen information on the label.
Do mini stroopwafels automatically contain less sugar?
No. ‘Mini’ describes the size and doesn’t, by itself, tell you how much sugar the product contains per 100 g. The Voedingscentrum recommends comparing products per 100 g; Albert Heijn lists 31 g of sugar per 100 g for AH Mini stroopwafels.
Is a gluten-free stroopwafel suitable for every food allergy?
No. Gluten-free doesn’t mean free from other allergens. According to PLUS, the PLUS Glutenvrije stroopwafels reviewed contain egg and lupin, so check all relevant allergens on the current packaging.
How should I store stroopwafels until the party?
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging of the stroopwafels you choose. Seal the pack securely again once opened.