Who might find these choices useful?

Student stocking a cupboard

You want to know how many waffles you’ll have at home and whether the pack suits what you eat yourself or share with housemates. Compare the number of waffles with the pack weight.

Shopper who needs to avoid gluten

Only a stroopwafel clearly labelled gluten-free is suitable for you. Read the rest of the current ingredients and allergen information too: gluten-free does not mean free from other allergens.

Shopper choosing by size and flavour

You’re looking for a stroopwafel to enjoy with coffee or tea, take with you or share. A mini, classic or butter-rich variety might suit a different occasion; compare the nutritional information on the same basis.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, decide whether an allergen limits your choice. Then compare the size and pack contents, and check the label for flavour details and nutritional values.

What to consider What to check Who it matters to
Pack size Compare the number of waffles and pack weight, especially if you plan to share. When stocking a cupboard for the first time, I want enough waffles for myself and my housemates without choosing an awkwardly large pack. For around 39% of consumers, choosing the right amount to stock up on comes first.
Portions and sharing Check the size of each waffle and compare the nutritional values per 100 g. If I want to take stroopwafels with me or hand them out, the size of each one makes a difference. Around 23% of consumers prioritise portion size and ease of sharing.
Gluten and allergens Check for a gluten-free label, as well as the full ingredients and allergen list. If I need to avoid gluten or another allergen, the current label must be suitable for my needs. For around 15% of consumers, checking this comes first.
Flavour Check whether the product information mentions butter or a particular syrup filling. For enjoying with coffee or tea, I’d rather choose a flavour and size to suit the occasion than focus only on pack size. Flavour is the most important consideration for around 23% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Comparing only the number of waffles

    A pack with more waffles doesn’t necessarily contain waffles of the same size or have the same total weight.

    Check both the number of waffles and the pack weight before deciding how much to buy for your cupboard and how you plan to enjoy them.

  • Assuming mini or butter-rich means healthier

    The size of a waffle and whether it contains butter don’t tell you how much sugar, fat or fibre the product contains.

    Compare the nutritional information per 100 g, then consider how much you actually eat. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends using the per-100 g figures when comparing products.

  • Checking only the front of the pack for allergens

    A gluten-free stroopwafel may still contain other allergens. For example, the gluten-free PLUS variety reviewed lists egg and lupin.

    Read the full ingredients and allergen information on the pack you buy; don’t rely only on the brand name or the ‘gluten-free’ label.

  • Leaving an opened pack unsealed

    Moisture and a poorly sealed pack can affect the quality of stroopwafels.

    Store them in a cool, dry, dark place in a well-sealed container, as recommended by the Netherlands Nutrition Centre. Also follow the storage advice on the pack.

Brands to consider

Daelmans

A classic stroopwafel for those who focus on the syrup filling and enjoy one with coffee or tea.

  • The variety described by Albert Heijn lists a 50% syrup filling.
  • If you have allergies, check the current label; this is not a gluten-free option.

Kanjers

Standard stroopwafels in a range of pack sizes for anyone keeping an eye on the number of waffles.

  • Jumbo lists Kanjers Original in a pack of 10, weighing 400 g.
  • Check the ingredients and allergens for your chosen variety on the current pack.

Sondey

A Lidl range that includes butter stroopwafels.

  • Lidl lists this butter variety as a pack of 12, weighing 480 g.
  • Check the nutritional information and allergens on the pack for the variety you buy.

Heerlijck Banket

An ALDI range of butter stroopwafels for those who value this ingredient.

  • The product listing reviewed describes a variety with caramel syrup.
  • Before buying, check the pack contents and current label for your chosen variety.

PLUS

Offers standard stroopwafels, mini stroopwafels and a separate variety labelled gluten-free.

  • PLUS says the mini pack weighs 300 g; the gluten-free variety is made with rice flour.
  • The gluten-free variety also lists egg and lupin. Check the current label for all allergens that are relevant to you.

Stroopwafels at Joybuy

These two Kanjers varieties are standard stroopwafels in packs of 10 or 8. Choose the pack size that suits your cupboard, and check the label if allergens are relevant to you.

Kanjers Extra Delicious stroopwafels, 10 pieces

Kanjers Extra Delicious stroopwafels, 10 pieces

An option if you want to take stroopwafels with you or share them, and a pack of ten suits your needs.

If you have allergies, check the current label for wheat, milk and soya, as well as any warnings about traces of egg or nuts.

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Kanjers Original stroopwafels, 8 pieces

Kanjers Original stroopwafels, 8 pieces

An option if a pack of eight is a better fit for how many you want to store, share or take with you.

If you have allergies, check the current label for wheat, milk and soya, as well as any warnings about traces of egg or nuts. Check the basis given before comparing nutritional values with another variety.

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Frequently asked questions

Does ‘digestive’ mean stroopwafels help with digestion?

No. Don’t assume that stroopwafels have an effect on digestion just because of that word. Assess the product by checking the ingredients and nutritional information on the label.

Can I choose a standard stroopwafel if I need to avoid gluten?

A standard stroopwafel made with wheat isn’t suitable if you need a gluten-free option. Look for a product explicitly labelled gluten-free, and check the full label for any other allergens that are relevant to you.

Where can I find the allergens in a pack of stroopwafels?

Read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack you’re actually buying. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that the allergens required by law must be clearly listed on the label. When choosing, don’t rely only on a product photo or the front of the pack.

How should I store stroopwafels after opening?

Store an opened pack in a cool, dry, dark place in a well-sealed container, as recommended by the Netherlands Nutrition Centre. Also check the instructions on the pack.

How do I compare mini, standard and butter stroopwafels?

First compare the nutritional values per 100 g, then consider how much you usually eat. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends using the per-100 g figures to compare products; also check the ingredients and allergens for each variety.