Stocking up for guests or team get-togethers
You want enough stroopwafels in one pack to share. The stated number of wafers helps you decide whether a pack will be enough for your group.
Which pack is right for you?
Sharing out individual portions
You’re looking for small wafers or pre-portioned packs for a reception desk, coffee break or bag. Minis and twin packs meet different needs from a large pack of regular wafers.
Shopping to meet dietary or allergy requirements
You’ll need to check the ingredients and allergens for the variety you choose. A plant-based stroopwafel isn’t automatically gluten-free, and different varieties may list different allergens.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start by working out how many people will be eating the stroopwafels and whether you want to portion them out in advance. Then check the ingredients and allergens for the variety you’re planning to buy.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
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| Number of portions | Check the number of wafers or portions alongside the pack weight and the number of people sharing. | If I’m buying for guests or a communal cupboard, I want to know whether one pack will be enough. Around 33% of consumers prioritise having enough portions. |
| Sharing and taking with you | Compare minis with individually wrapped wafers or packs of two. | If several people are having a small snack or taking a portion with them, I don’t want to keep taking regular wafers out of a large pack. For around 25% of consumers, easy portioning comes first. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Check the ingredients, allergens and any precautionary statements about traces on the exact pack. | If I need to avoid certain ingredients, whether the variety is suitable matters more than the pack size. This is the main concern for around 25% of consumers. |
| Flavour and variety | Check which recipe or flavour you’re choosing, and read its ingredients. | If the wafers are being served with coffee, I want to choose a variety that suits my preferences. Flavour or variety is the top priority for around 17% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming plant-based means allergen-free
A plant-based stroopwafel may still contain gluten or soya. Pay attention to warnings about possible traces, too, if you need to avoid those ingredients.
Before sharing, check the ingredients, highlighted allergens and any warnings on the pack of the variety you’ve chosen.
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Choosing a portion size without thinking about how you’ll share
Minis are small wafers; twin packs contain two wafers together. Neither automatically serves the same purpose as a pack of regular wafers for a group.
Choose based on how many people will be sharing and whether the wafers will be eaten there or taken away. Then check the number of wafers in the pack.
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Assuming a retailer’s range will always be in stock
Lidl says that the Sondey stroopwafels reviewed are available in store only. PLUS may show availability based on the store you select.
Check availability at your chosen store shortly before you plan to share them.
Brands and ranges to consider
These brands and retailers’ ranges include different pack sizes and varieties. Choose based on the specific pack, not just the brand name.
Daelmans
Branded stroopwafels, including a pack of regular wafers and a twin pack.
- PLUS lists a 10-wafer pack of Daelmans and a twin pack for anyone who wants to portion them out in advance.
- Check how many wafers you’ll need for your get-together in each pack.
Albert Heijn
Own-brand range with regular stroopwafels and varieties made to different recipes.
- Albert Heijn lists, among other products, its 390 g plant-based AH Terra stroopwafels.
- Plant-based does not mean gluten-free or allergen-free; check the label on the exact variety.
Jumbo
A range of regular stroopwafels, minis and a separate gluten-free option.
- Jumbo states that its 468 g butter stroopwafels contain twelve portions.
- The regular butter variety lists gluten, milk, soya and wheat; don’t confuse it with the gluten-free option.
Sondey (Lidl)
Lidl range of regular butter stroopwafels and minis.
- Lidl lists 12 regular wafers in a 480 g pack, as well as a 316 g mini variety.
- The product pages for these varieties say they are available in store only.
Heerlijck Banket (ALDI)
ALDI range of regular butter stroopwafels and a mini variety.
- ALDI lists a 480 g pack of 12 regular wafers and 300 g mini stroopwafels.
- Check which variety is available at your chosen store.
PLUS
A range of own-brand stroopwafels and other brands, including Daelmans.
- PLUS lists a 400 g pack of Korenlanders butter stroopwafels.
- Availability may depend on the PLUS store you select.
Stroopwafels for sharing at Joybuy
These two packs are suited to occasions when you want to portion out the wafers individually or in pairs in advance. If you’re stocking up for a larger group, also check how many wafers you’ll need in total.
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Kanjers Extra Delicious stroopwafels, 10 pieces
Good for portioning out individual wafers in advance: according to the product description, all ten are individually wrapped.
The description lists wheat, gluten, milk and soya. Check the allergens on the current pack before sharing.
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Kanjers Original stroopwafels, 8 pieces
An option for pre-portioned servings: the product description says the pack contains eight stroopwafels, packed in pairs.
If the total quantity matters, check the weight on the current pack. Also read the label for wheat, gluten, milk, soya and any other allergens.
Frequently asked questions
How many stroopwafels do I need to share?
Start with the number of people and check how many wafers or portions the pack contains; the pack weight alone won’t tell you how many you can hand out. For example, Jumbo states that its 468 g pack of butter stroopwafels contains twelve portions.
Are plant-based stroopwafels gluten-free too?
No. Plant-based does not automatically mean gluten-free. Albert Heijn describes AH Terra Plant-Based as vegan, but the product information lists cereals containing gluten, soya and wheat, and warns that the product may contain milk and lactose. If you have a specific dietary requirement or allergy, always check the exact pack.
How should I store an opened pack of stroopwafels?
Seal the pack well after use and follow the storage instructions on the packaging. For the Jumbo and Albert Heijn stroopwafels reviewed, the advice is to store them in a cool, dry, dark place.
Where can I find allergen information for prepacked stroopwafels?
Check the allergen information on the label of the exact pack. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that allergen information for prepacked products must be shown on the label.