Choose a sealed twin pack if two stroopwafels per guest will do: according to PLUS, the 78 g Daelmans pack contains two waffles, not one. For several individually wrapped portions, Jumbo says its Kanjers pack contains four separate packs of two larger waffles. Mini stroopwafels are better suited to a sharing platter. If guests have dietary requirements or allergies, check the label on the product you buy.
If you want to set out an individual pack for every guest, a twin pack or multipack of individually wrapped portions is more practical than an open platter. Just allow for two waffles per sealed portion: that applies to the Daelmans Duo pack at PLUS and the Kanjers pack mentioned by Jumbo.
If guests can help themselves to a small stroopwafel alongside other snacks, mini stroopwafels are a good fit for a platter. Albert Heijn describes its mini pack as resealable; a resealable outer pack is not the same as an individual wrapper for every guest.
Ask which ingredients are relevant to your guests and read the label on the pack you choose. The standard varieties described list ingredients including wheat, milk or soya. Even a product labelled gluten-free needs to be checked for other allergens: PLUS's stroopwafels contain egg and lupin.
For your birthday drinks party, first decide whether you want to give each guest a sealed portion or put the stroopwafels on a sharing platter. Then compare the number of waffles per portion, the label and how many you need.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Sealed portions | Count both the wrappers and the waffles in each wrapper. According to PLUS, each Daelmans Duo wrapper contains two stroopwafels; Jumbo says its Kanjers pack contains four separate packs of two. | I want to give every guest a sealed portion rather than serve from an open bag. This is the top priority for around 36% of consumers. |
| Size and presentation | Compare the number of pieces and how they are served. Albert Heijn lists a portion size of 8 g for its mini stroopwafels; Jumbo describes the waffles in the Kanjers multipack mentioned as extra large. | With other snacks on the table, I want guests to be able to help themselves to a smaller size. Size and presentation matter most to around 29% of consumers. |
| Gluten and allergens | Read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack you buy. If choosing a gluten-free product, check for other listed allergens too; PLUS's gluten-free stroopwafels contain egg and lupin. | If a guest needs to avoid gluten or has other allergies, I want to make sure the product is suitable for them first. For around 21% of consumers, this is the main consideration. |
| Quantity and leftovers | Work out how many usable portions a pack provides and match this to your guest list. ALDI lists a pack of 12 Heerlijck Banket stroopwafels; this does not mean that each waffle is individually wrapped. | I want to have enough portions ready without ending up with lots left over. This is the most important consideration for around 14% of consumers. |
According to PLUS, the Daelmans Duo pack contains two stroopwafels. If you want to set out exactly one waffle per guest, you could end up serving more than intended.
Before working out how many you need, check both the number of wrappers and the number of waffles in each one.
According to the product information, Albert Heijn's mini stroopwafels come in a resealable pack. They are suitable for guests to help themselves from a platter, but they do not provide a sealed portion for each guest.
Choose a wrapper or individual pack if you want to hand out sealed portions.
For self-service, you may need a platter, napkins or small serving dishes.
PLUS's stroopwafels labelled gluten-free contain egg and lupin. So a gluten-free label does not answer every question about allergens.
Ask which allergens are relevant and check the ingredients and any warnings on the pack you buy.
Albert Heijn says its ‘Stroopwafel voor onderweg’ product is no longer in its range. So don't rely on that particular pack for your party.
Check the current range before planning how many portions you need, and have another suitable size in mind.
PLUS stocks both a standard bag and a 78 g Duo pack.
Jumbo describes Kanjers Original Stroopwafels as extra large, packed in four separate packs of two.
Albert Heijn's mini stroopwafels come in a 300 g resealable pack.
Jumbo's stroopwafel range includes Kanjers individual packs, mini stroopwafels and an option labelled gluten-free.
PLUS lists Daelmans Duo packs, standard caramel stroopwafels and a separate product labelled gluten-free.
Lidl lists Sondey butter stroopwafels in a pack of 12, weighing 480 g.
ALDI lists Heerlijck Banket butter stroopwafels in packs of 12 and Biscotto mini stroopwafels in 300 g packs.
No: check how many waffles are actually inside each wrapper. The Daelmans Duo pack at PLUS contains two, as does each individual pack in the Kanjers multipack mentioned by Jumbo.
Don't assume they are: the standard Daelmans, Kanjers and PLUS varieties mentioned list wheat or gluten-containing cereals. PLUS also has a product labelled gluten-free; check its label for other relevant allergens too, including egg and lupin.
Check the ingredients list and allergen information on the pack you buy, taking into account the guests you are serving. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that labels must identify 14 allergens; also look for any warnings about possible presence.
Yes. As a serving suggestion, PLUS says you can place a Daelmans stroopwafel from a standard bag on top of a mug of hot drink. This suggestion does not change how many waffles you want to offer each guest.
