Which pack is right for you?

Parents who want to pack a portion

For a holiday outing, it helps to know in advance how many waffles you’ll be putting in the bag. Check whether the pack contains one waffle, a twin pack or mini stroopwafels in a bag.

Shoppers who need to check allergens

The products discussed contain wheat or gluten, milk and soya. Jumbo’s listing for the Kanjers variety also mentions egg and possible traces of nuts. Read the warnings on the packaging of the product you buy.

Parents who want to keep treats to a specific occasion

A stroopwafel might be intended for a holiday outing rather than every school break. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends fruit and vegetables as snacks for children, and also suggests other options for school, including wholegrain products.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide how many waffles you want to take for one occasion. Then check the label and consider whether it’s for a treat or a regular break-time snack.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Packaging and portion size Count the waffles in each wrapper and check the weight per waffle or portion. A twin pack is not the same as one individually wrapped waffle. If I want to pack one waffle for an outing, I don’t want to have to split a twin pack there and then. Around 40% of consumers prioritise a portion defined in advance.
Allergens Check the current packaging for both the ingredients and the ‘contains’ and ‘may contain’ statements. If you’re buying for a child with a relevant allergy, you’ll want to know whether the waffle is suitable before handing it out. Around 30% of consumers prioritise checking allergens.
Treat or regular break-time snack Compare the nutritional information per portion and check the rules set by the school, after-school club or camp. For a holiday outing, I want to make room for a treat without making it a regular school break-time snack. Around 30% of consumers prioritise keeping such occasions occasional.

Common mistakes

  • Mistaking a twin pack for one waffle

    A wrapper containing two stroopwafels may be a different portion from the one you had planned for one child or a short break.

    Check how many waffles are in each wrapper and the weight per waffle before packing the snack.

  • Focusing only on the flavour or brand name

    The varieties discussed list ingredients including wheat or gluten, milk and soya. Jumbo also mentions egg and possible traces of nuts for Kanjers.

    Before eating, read the full ingredients list and allergen warnings on the current packaging.

  • Choosing a stroopwafel as a regular school break-time snack

    The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends fruit and vegetables as snacks for children, and also suggests options for school such as wholegrain products. A stroopwafel as a treat is different from a daily break-time snack.

    Decide when you want to pack the stroopwafel and take the rules set by the school, after-school club or camp into account.

  • Relying on an old product listing

    Jumbo lists the large Daelmans stroopwafel, 36 × 39 g, as no longer available online. The listing is useful for understanding the size, but not as an indication of current availability.

    Check a specific product again before buying it for an outing.

Brands to consider

Daelmans

PLUS lists a Daelmans twin pack, with two waffles per wrapper; Jumbo also shows a large Daelmans stroopwafel as an example of a single-waffle size.

  • The twin-pack wrapper makes it easy to take along, but contains two waffles.
  • Jumbo lists the large variety as no longer available online. The Daelmans varieties discussed contain wheat, milk and soya.

Kanjers

Jumbo lists Kanjers Original Stroopwafels as 4 × 2 pieces, weighing 320 g in total.

  • The two-waffle packs make it clear how many waffles are wrapped together.
  • Jumbo’s product information lists egg, milk, cereals containing gluten, soya and wheat, and possible traces of nuts.

Jumbo

Jumbo Mini Stroopwafels with Butter come in a 300 g bag, with a stated nutritional portion of 24 g.

  • The portion information is helpful if you want to measure out an amount at home.
  • The minis are not confirmed as individually wrapped. Check the allergens listed on the packaging too.

PLUS

PLUS lists both the Daelmans twin pack and its own caramel stroopwafels in a bag of ten.

  • For its own caramel stroopwafels, PLUS provides nutritional information including 36 g of sugars per 100 g and a Nutri-Score of E.
  • This variety lists wheat or gluten, soya, milk and lactose. Check the information on the current packaging.

Sondey

Lidl lists Sondey Butter Stroopwafels as a pack of twelve, with a total weight of 480 g.

  • The product listing gives the number of waffles and the total weight.
  • Lidl says it does not provide a general online list of ingredients, allergens or nutritional values for its food products. If you have an allergy, check the packaging.

Stroopwafels on Joybuy

These Kanjers packs are worth considering if you’re looking for a set number of stroopwafels for a holiday outing. Check that the wrappers and portion size suit your plans.

Kanjers Extra Delicious Stroopwafels, 10 pieces

Kanjers Extra Delicious Stroopwafels, 10 pieces

For a snack on the go, check whether this pack gives you the portion size you want per wrapper.

The product description lists ten individually wrapped waffles; check the packaging if individual wrappers are important to you. Read the current allergen information before eating.

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Kanjers Original Stroopwafels, 8 pieces

Kanjers Original Stroopwafels, 8 pieces

This variety is a good fit for an outing if two waffles make up the snack portion you have in mind.

According to the product information, the eight waffles are packed in pairs. Check the current label for ingredients, allergens and any warnings.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a stroopwafel suitable as a daily school snack?

For a regular school break, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre suggests options for children including fruit, vegetable sticks and wholegrain products. Save a stroopwafel for a one-off treat and check the rules set by the school, after-school club or camp.

Which allergens should I check in these stroopwafels?

At the very least, check the current packaging for wheat or gluten, milk and soya. These appear in several of the varieties discussed; Jumbo’s listing for the Kanjers variety also mentions egg and possible traces of nuts.

How should I store stroopwafels during a holiday outing?

Follow the storage instructions on the packaging and reseal an opened bag carefully. Check the best-before date before taking the waffles with you.