Who might find these considerations useful?

Shoppers keeping an eye on fat

You want to know how much total fat and saturated fat a syrup waffle contains. A claim about less sugar won’t tell you that.

Shoppers keeping an eye on sugars

You’re looking for an option with fewer sugars than a comparable syrup waffle, but you still check fat and portion size separately.

Shoppers with an additional dietary requirement

For example, you check whether a product is labelled gluten-free, and also read the ingredients and allergen information.

What should you look for when choosing?

If you’re following a low-fat diet, start by comparing the fat content per 100 g. Then check the sugars and work out the values for the portion you plan to eat.

What to consider What should you check? Who is this relevant to?
Fat and saturated fat Compare both values per 100 g, then check the weight of each waffle. For the ‘low fat’ nutrition claim on solid foods, the European Commission sets a limit of 3 g of fat per 100 g. If I mainly want to limit my fat intake, a sugar claim doesn’t tell me enough about the syrup waffle; for around 45% of consumers, fat is the main consideration.
Sugars and ingredients Read the exact sugar claim and compare the sugars per 100 g. Check the ingredients and fat content too: ‘less sugar’ doesn’t mean ‘sugar-free’. If you’re mainly looking to cut down on sugars, you’ll want to know what the claim refers to without losing sight of the fat content. Sugar reduction is a priority for around 36% of consumers.
Dietary requirements and portion size Check for any gluten-free label, the allergen information and the weight of each waffle. Assess fat and sugars separately too. If gluten-free or an allergen requirement is a deal-breaker for me, the packaging must meet that requirement before I consider my portion; for around 19% of consumers, an additional dietary requirement takes priority.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming ‘less sugar’ means ‘low fat’

    According to Albert Heijn, AH Butter less sugar contains 17 g of fat per 100 g. For the ‘low fat’ nutrition claim on solid foods, the European Commission sets a limit of 3 g of fat per 100 g.

    Check the total fat content before factoring a sugar claim into your choice for a low-fat diet.

  • Confusing gluten-free with lower fat or sugars

    Jumbo lists 16.2 g of fat and 42.4 g of sugars per 100 g for Lekker Vrij Gluten-free Syrup Waffles. The gluten-free label doesn’t mean those values are lower.

    Consider the gluten-free label as a separate requirement, and also read the nutritional information and allergen details.

  • Looking only at the number of waffles

    Comparing products by the waffle can be misleading if they don’t weigh the same. Albert Heijn lists its less-sugar version as weighing 31.5 g per waffle.

    Compare products per 100 g first, then use the weight per waffle to assess your own portion.

  • Assuming an old product listing means it’s available to buy

    Albert Heijn marks its product page for Céréal Low-sugar Syrup Waffles as ‘Discontinued’.

    For a product you’re planning to buy, check the current listing and read the information on the packaging.

Brands and product ranges to consider

The details below apply to the syrup waffles named, not to every product from each brand. Check the packaging of the option you’re considering.

Albert Heijn

AH Butter less sugar is worth considering if you want to compare a sugar claim with the fat content.

  • Albert Heijn states that it contains 32% less sugar than AH Butter syrup waffles, and lists 17 g of fat, 11 g of saturated fat and 23 g of sugars per 100 g.
  • The sugar comparison doesn’t make this option low in fat.

Céréal

Céréal Low-sugar Syrup Waffles show why it’s important to check the exact claim and whether the product is currently available.

  • According to Albert Heijn’s product page, this option contains 65% less sugars than a standard syrup waffle; the ingredients include isomalt.
  • Albert Heijn marks this option as ‘Discontinued’. The sugar claim also doesn’t tell you about the fat content.

Jumbo Lekker Vrij

Jumbo Lekker Vrij Gluten-free Syrup Waffles are an option to consider if gluten-free is a separate requirement when you shop.

  • Jumbo lists the Crossed Grain trademark and gives values per 100 g of 16.2 g of fat and 42.4 g of sugars.
  • The gluten-free label doesn’t mean the syrup waffles are low in fat or sugars.

PLUS

PLUS Syrup Waffles have nutritional information you can compare with options labelled as containing less sugar.

  • PLUS lists 21.5 g of fat, 12.5 g of saturated fat and 36.3 g of sugars per 100 g.
  • These values apply to PLUS Syrup Waffles and not necessarily to other syrup waffles listed by PLUS.

Lidl / Sondey

Sondey Mini Butter Syrup Waffles are a mini option where the weight per waffle matters when comparing portions.

  • Lidl describes a 316 g pack containing around 37 mini syrup waffles.
  • Check the nutritional information on the packaging before comparing the fat or sugar content with another option.

ALDI / Heerlijck Banket en BISCOTTO

ALDI lists mini syrup waffles under these names; check the nutritional information for the specific option.

  • ALDI includes BISCOTTO Mini Syrup Waffles in its biscuit range and lists Heerlijck Banket Mini Syrup Waffles separately.
  • Don’t assume an option contains less fat or sugars based on its mini size or product name.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a syrup waffle with less sugar also low in fat?

No. Less sugar doesn’t, by itself, tell you anything about the fat content. According to Albert Heijn, AH Butter less sugar contains 17 g of fat per 100 g, so compare the fat value separately if you’re keeping an eye on fat.

When can a solid food be labelled ‘low fat’?

According to the European Commission, the ‘low fat’ nutrition claim for solid foods requires a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g. This is a condition for using the claim, not a judgement on how a product fits into your overall diet.

What does one AH Butter less sugar syrup waffle contain?

Based on the 31.5 g serving size given by Albert Heijn, each waffle contains around 5.4 g of fat, 3.5 g of saturated fat, 7.2 g of sugars and 125 kcal. These portion values apply to this AH option, not to syrup waffles in general.

Can I choose a gluten-free syrup waffle if I’m keeping an eye on fat?

Yes, as long as you assess the gluten-free label and fat content as two separate features. Jumbo lists the Crossed Grain trademark and 16.2 g of fat per 100 g for Lekker Vrij Gluten-free Syrup Waffles, so gluten-free doesn’t mean low in fat in this case.

What should I do if the packaging differs from the online nutritional information?

For the syrup waffles you’re actually buying, check the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information on the packaging. Albert Heijn and PLUS note that product information can change.