Which size is right for you?

Cyclists who plan what they eat on the go

If you plan what to eat and drink on a long, strenuous ride, the nutritional information for each waffle or twin portion you actually eat matters more than the number of items in the pack alone.

Shoppers stocking up or packing lunchboxes

If you’re preparing several lunchboxes or stocking up for family members or multiple rides, the number of waffles, the portion sizes and whether you can portion them out at home all matter. A bag of individual waffles takes more preparation than individually wrapped twin portions.

Shoppers who need to check allergens

Check the ingredients and allergen information for the exact product before eating it. Even a syrup waffle labelled gluten-free may contain other allergens.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, decide whether you want to open a pre-portioned pack on the go or portion out waffles at home for several eating occasions. Then check how many you eat at a time and whether the ingredients are suitable for you.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Carbohydrates per portion Check the carbohydrates per 100 g and the weight of the amount you actually eat. Albert Heijn lists 67 g of carbohydrates per 100 g and 29 g per waffle for the Daelmans 4-pack: that works out at around 19.4 g per waffle. If I’m planning what to eat and drink on a long, strenuous ride, I want to be able to count each waffle I eat. For around 29% of consumers, being able to plan this amount is the priority.
Portions for the ride Check the number of waffles in each individual pack and the stated portion size; a label such as 4 x 2 means four twin packs, not four individual waffles. When I’m out and about, I want to be able to grab a pre-portioned amount without first dividing up a large bag. Around 36% of consumers say this convenience is their main need.
Stocking up and sharing Compare the number of items and portions. Albert Heijn lists 10 waffles in the regular Daelmans bag; Jumbo lists 12 portions in its 468 g pack. If I’m preparing several lunchboxes or packing for multiple rides, I’d rather portion the waffles out at home. For around 21% of consumers, this need to stock up is the deciding factor.
Allergens Read the latest ingredients list and allergen information for the exact product. If it’s a gluten-free variety, check for other allergens too. If I need to avoid an allergen, the suitability of the specific pack matters more than its size. For around 14% of consumers, this is the first thing they check before buying.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a 4-pack contains four individual waffles

    For the Daelmans 4-pack, Albert Heijn lists both 4 x 2 waffles and 4 x 58 g. If you only notice the words ‘4-pack’, you could end up taking a different amount from the one you intended.

    Before dividing the waffles between rides or lunchboxes, check the number of individual packs, how many waffles each contains and the portion size.

  • Not counting a waffle alongside a sports drink

    What you eat also counts when planning your carbohydrate intake for a long, strenuous ride. Aeroob advises looking at the carbohydrates from food and drink together over the same hour.

    Add the amount from the waffles to what you get from drinks and other snacks, rather than automatically treating a twin pack as an extra portion.

  • Assuming gluten-free means allergen-free

    A gluten-free variety may still contain other allergens. For example, PLUS lists egg and lupin in its gluten-free syrup waffles.

    Read the latest allergen information on the exact pack, even if the front is labelled gluten-free.

  • Taking a large bag without deciding on a portion

    A large bag is designed to provide several eating occasions, but it doesn’t define a set amount to take with you.

    At home, portion out what you want to take in a suitable bag or container, and choose a safe time to eat it.

Brands and sizes at a glance

Daelmans

Albert Heijn lists a 4-pack containing 4 x 2 waffles and a bag of 10; PLUS also lists an individually wrapped twin pack.

  • A twin pack is a handy option if you want to take pre-portioned servings with you.
  • Each twin pack contains two waffles. Check the latest allergen information for the variety you choose.

Kanjers

Jumbo lists Kanjers Original Syrup Waffles in a pack of 4 x 2, weighing 320 g.

  • The twin-pack format is useful if you want to decide in advance how much to take with you.
  • Check the nutritional information for the amount you actually eat, as well as the allergens in this variety.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists its own-brand butter syrup waffles in a 468 g pack with 12 portions, as well as a separate Lekker Vrij van Gluten variety.

  • The pack with 12 portions gives you plenty to divide up at home for several eating occasions.
  • The regular butter variety and the gluten-free variety aren’t interchangeable when checking allergens.

PLUS

PLUS lists its own-brand caramel syrup waffles in bags of 10, as well as a separate gluten-free variety weighing 240 g.

  • The bag of 10 is a handy size to portion out at home for lunchboxes or rides.
  • The gluten-free variety also lists egg and lupin; check for any allergens relevant to you.

Sondey

Lidl lists a 316 g pack of mini butter syrup waffles containing around 37 pieces.

  • The mini size makes it easy to divide them into smaller portions for lunchboxes or different eating occasions.
  • Check the pack for the nutritional information, ingredients and allergens you need.

ALDI

ALDI lists Heerlijck Banket mini syrup waffles in a 300 g pack, as well as syrup waffles individually wrapped in pairs.

  • Mini waffles and pre-packed twin portions give you different ways to portion them out.
  • Check the exact product for the number of items, nutritional information and allergens before comparing these sizes.

Syrup waffles to take along and portion out

These Kanjers packs suit two ways of preparing: setting aside an amount to take with you or portioning out waffles for several eating occasions. If you’re planning a bike ride, always check the nutritional information on the pack you choose.

Kanjers Original Syrup Waffles, pack of 8

Kanjers Original Syrup Waffles, 8 pieces

A handy option if you want to set aside waffles in advance for a ride or lunchbox.

Check how many waffles you eat at a time and read the carbohydrate and allergen information on the latest pack before including a portion in your plan.

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Kanjers Extra Delicious Syrup Waffles, pack of 10

Kanjers Extra Delicious Syrup Waffles, 10 pieces

A handy option if you want to portion out waffles for several rides or lunchboxes.

If it’s important to take individual portions with you, check how the waffles are packed. For a bike ride, also read the portion information and the latest allergen details.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need a syrup waffle or sports nutrition for every bike ride?

No. According to the Voedingscentrum, most athletes don’t need sports drinks, bars or gels. On a long, strenuous ride, it’s worth considering everything you eat and drink overall, rather than automatically adding a syrup waffle to your usual food.

How many carbohydrates are in a waffle from the Daelmans 4-pack?

Based on the 67 g of carbohydrates per 100 g and 29 g per waffle listed by Albert Heijn, one waffle from that 4-pack contains around 19.4 g of carbohydrates. If you eat two, count both waffles alongside what you drink and anything else you eat.

Is a gluten-free syrup waffle also allergen-free?

No. The label doesn’t mean that other allergens are absent. For example, PLUS lists egg and lupin in its gluten-free syrup waffles. Always read the latest ingredients list and allergen information for the exact variety.