Evening snacker who wants chocolate
Wants the combination of a caramel waffle and chocolate, but would like to decide in advance how much to have. Compare the portion size and nutritional information for the option you choose.
Who might find these options useful?
Sharing or giving a small gift
Wants something to share or present as a gift. A bag of mini stroopwafels, a compact pack of chocolate stroopwafels and a selection of pralines each suit different needs.
Shopping for several snack occasions
Is mainly looking for classic stroopwafels in a pack with plenty to go round. The weight, number of waffles and pack size can all help you decide.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you’re looking for a stroopwafel, a chocolate version or a chocolate gift. Then check the packaging, portion size and label. A praline isn’t a substitute if you specifically want a stroopwafel.
Chocolate stroopwafels
Best for: a late-night snack when you fancy both a caramel waffle and chocolate.
Consider: check the portion size and nutritional information for this version; don’t assume it’s the same as a plain stroopwafel.
Mini stroopwafels
Best for: sharing during a film night or taking a few waffles from a bag for yourself.
Consider: a mini size doesn’t determine how many you’ll end up taking from a sharing bag.
Plain stroopwafels
Best for: anyone who wants to keep classic stroopwafels for several snack occasions.
Consider: choose this option if chocolate or gift presentation isn’t your main priority.
Selection of pralines
Best for: a small gift where an assortment of chocolates matters more than a caramel waffle.
Consider: pralines are a different type of product; check the contents and allergen information for the box you choose.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
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| Portion and nutritional value | Check the amount per waffle or portion, and compare sugars and energy per portion and per 100 g. | If I want one snack late in the evening, I want to know in advance how much I’m choosing. For around 42% of consumers, portion choice comes first. |
| Chocolate and presentation | Check whether you’re buying chocolate stroopwafels, mini stroopwafels or pralines, and look at the number of pieces. | When I have guests or want a small gift, I want the contents to suit what I’m planning to share: caramel waffles or a chocolate assortment. This is the main consideration for around 33% of consumers. |
| Pack contents | Compare the number of pieces, net weight and storage instructions after opening. | When I want to keep stroopwafels for several occasions, I mainly look at how many waffles are in the pack. Around 25% of consumers prioritise this. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a chocolate stroopwafel is the same as a plain stroopwafel
Portion sizes and recipes vary between products. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 189 kcal and 14.7 g of sugars for one extra-large 40 g stroopwafel; these values don’t automatically apply to a chocolate version.
Check the nutritional information per 100 g and per portion on the pack of the version you choose.
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Relying on allergen information from a product page you viewed before
Albert Heijn lists wheat, milk and soya in Daelmans chocolate stroopwafels in a 4-pack, and warns that the product may contain nuts. Another version may have a different ingredients list.
Check the allergen information on the exact pack when you buy it and before you eat it.
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Assuming a bag of mini stroopwafels is automatically one small portion
A sharing bag can contain a lot of waffles. Lidl lists around 37 Sondey mini butter stroopwafels in a 316 g pack.
Decide in advance how many minis you want, and follow the label’s storage instructions for the rest of the pack.
Brands and shops to explore
Daelmans
Makes classic stroopwafels and chocolate versions.
- Albert Heijn lists a 4-pack of chocolate stroopwafels; PLUS lists 157 g chocolate minis.
- The chocolate products list allergens. Check the packaging of the version you choose.
Albert Heijn
Stocks its own-brand stroopwafels alongside Daelmans versions.
- The product description for an AH chocolate stroopwafel lists 19% milk chocolate.
- Check the current range if you’re looking for that particular chocolate version.
Jumbo
Offers, among other products, plain and mini butter stroopwafels.
- The range page lists 300 g mini stroopwafels and 468 g stroopwafels.
- A milk chocolate version listed previously is no longer on the relevant online product page. Check the current range before choosing a version.
Lidl
Lists both Sondey mini butter stroopwafels and, separately, pralines.
- The Sondey pack lists around 37 mini stroopwafels in a 316 g pack.
- Lidl lists the pralines mentioned as in-store items; check the contents and availability at your chosen shop.
ALDI
Lists classic and mini stroopwafels.
- The classic pack described contains 12 stroopwafels and weighs 378 g.
- This isn’t a chocolate version; check the current in-store range if you’re looking for chocolate.
PLUS
Lists Daelmans stroopwafels and minis alongside other types of waffles.
- The product information for Daelmans chocolate minis includes ingredients, allergens and nutritional information.
- When you buy, check the current label for details of the pack you receive.
Joybuy products to suit these choices
These products suit two different needs: pralines as a chocolate gift and plain stroopwafels as a snack. If you’re specifically looking for chocolate stroopwafels, don’t treat a plain stroopwafel as the same thing.
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Milka Happy Birthday Milk Cream Pralines – 110 g
A little birthday gift idea if you’re looking for pralines rather than stroopwafels. Whether you’re sharing them or enjoying them yourself, check the nutritional and allergen information on the pack.
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Kanjers Extra Delicious Stroopwafels – 10 pieces
For anyone looking for a plain stroopwafel to enjoy or share, without specifically choosing a chocolate version. Check the portion size and nutritional information on the pack.
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Kanjers Original Stroopwafels – 8 pieces
A plain stroopwafel for snack occasions when chocolate isn’t the main thing you’re after. To help decide how much to have, compare the nutritional information on the label.
Frequently asked questions
What should I look for if I want one stroopwafel late in the evening?
Check the weight and nutritional information for one waffle from the pack you choose. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 189 kcal and 14.7 g of sugars for an extra-large 40 g stroopwafel. Don’t assume these figures apply to chocolate stroopwafels or waffles of a different size.
Can I choose a chocolate stroopwafel if I’m allergic to milk, wheat or soya?
Always check the exact pack and don’t rely on the product category. Albert Heijn lists wheat, milk and soya in the Daelmans chocolate stroopwafels in a 4-pack, and says the product may contain nuts. Check the allergen information again if you choose a different version or buy it again.
Is a selection of pralines a better gift than stroopwafels?
A selection of pralines is a good fit if the recipient is expecting chocolate; choose chocolate stroopwafels if the combination of a caramel waffle and chocolate is what makes the gift. In either case, check the contents and allergens of the pack you choose.
How should I store chocolate stroopwafels after opening?
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging of the stroopwafels you choose. Also check whether the label gives separate instructions for storage after opening.
What product information can I check before buying online?
According to Ondernemersplein, mandatory label information for pre-packed food must also be available online. Before placing your order, check the ingredients, allergens, net contents and nutritional information, among other details. When your order arrives, check the label on the pack you receive.