If you want to keep the biscuit tin topped up for several visits, a bulk pack of syrup waffles is a sensible choice. For a new-baby visit where you want to hand them out easily, mini syrup waffles or individually wrapped portions are a better fit. As well as the pack size, check the number of waffles, the allergens listed on the exact pack and how to store it once opened.
If you want syrup waffles in the biscuit tin after the new-baby visits are over, compare both the net weight and the number of waffles. PLUS lists a 400 g pack, Jumbo a 468 g pack and Lidl a 480 g Sondey pack containing 12 waffles.
If you’re serving syrup waffles alongside rusks with sugared aniseed sprinkles, a smaller size or individually portioned pack can make them easier to hand out. PLUS and ALDI list mini syrup waffles, while PLUS also stocks a Daelmans twin pack.
If you’re buying for someone who needs to avoid certain ingredients or allergens, don’t rely on the brand name or product title alone. Before serving, check the label on the exact product, including any warnings about possible traces of allergens.
First, decide whether the syrup waffles are mainly for the biscuit tin or to hand out during a visit. Then check that the pack suits the people you’re buying for and the way you’ll store any leftovers.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is it important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Pack size | Compare the net weight in grams and the number of waffles; a heavier pack doesn’t necessarily contain more individual waffles. | If I want to serve syrup waffles after the visit too, the pack needs to last for several occasions. Around 33% of consumers would put family-sized stock first. |
| Serving | Check whether the pack contains mini syrup waffles, regular waffles or individually wrapped portions. | For a new-baby visit, I want to put something out that’s easy to hand around. Around 27% of consumers would prioritise ease of serving. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack of the exact product, including minis and twin packs. | If a guest needs to avoid certain ingredients, I want to know whether these syrup waffles are suitable before offering them. Around 20% of consumers would check this first. |
| Storing after opening | Check the storage instructions and consider whether you can seal the pack properly once opened. | I’d only buy a larger pack if I can store the leftover waffles properly. Around 20% of consumers would put preventing a loss of quality first. |
A pack for the biscuit tin isn’t always the handiest option if you want to serve small portions during a new-baby visit. Mini syrup waffles or twin packs offer a different way to serve them.
Choose the size and number of waffles to suit what you want to put on the table, as well as what you expect to have left afterwards.
An opened pack that isn’t sealed properly may lose its quality sooner. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing biscuits in a cool, dry, dark place in a well-sealed container.
The syrup waffle varieties reviewed list ingredients including wheat or gluten, milk and soya. Ingredients and warnings about possible traces can vary between products.
Read the current label on the exact pack you’re serving rather than relying on the brand name or a previous purchase.
An option if you’re looking for a classic branded pack or twin packs for individual portions. Albert Heijn lists a pack of 10 syrup waffles weighing 290 g; PLUS lists a Daelmans twin pack containing eight waffles.
Albert Heijn’s own-brand pack is an alternative if eight syrup waffles are enough for your visit or biscuit tin.
Jumbo’s own-brand butter syrup waffles come in a 468 g pack, making them a good choice if you want to stock up the biscuit tin.
PLUS lists a 400 g pack of its own-brand butter syrup waffles, a size suited to serving on several occasions.
Lidl lists Sondey butter syrup waffles as an in-store product in a pack of 12 weighing 480 g.
Each of these Kanjers packs contains several syrup waffles to serve alongside rusks with sugared aniseed sprinkles. Choose based on how many you want to hand out, and check the label on the exact product before making your final choice.
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A pack to put out for visitors or enjoy over several occasions. Check the ingredients and allergen information on the label before offering them to guests.
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With ten waffles, there are plenty to share with family or visitors. Check the net weight on the pack, along with the ingredients and allergen information for this variety.
Compare the net weight and the number of waffles with how many you expect to serve. Jumbo lists its butter syrup waffles at 468 g, while PLUS Korenlanders lists 400 g. Only choose a larger pack if you’ll use the rest after the visit and can store it properly.
Don’t assume they’re suitable based on the product name: the varieties reviewed from brands including AH, PLUS and Daelmans list wheat or gluten, milk and/or soya. Before serving, read the allergen information and any warnings about possible traces on the current pack of the exact product.
Seal the pack properly and follow the storage instructions on the packaging. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing biscuits in a cool, dry, dark place. If you buy a larger pack, consider how much you’ll use after opening it.
For pre-packed syrup waffles in the Netherlands, check the allergen information, net quantity and nutritional values at the very least. Your Europe includes this information in its overview of general EU labelling rules for pre-packed foods; use the label on the pack you choose to guide your purchase.
