Families whose biscuit tin is always running low
If having plenty of syrup waffles in each pack is your priority, Jumbo’s 468 g and PLUS’s 480 g packs are worth considering. Also check how to store your chosen pack once it’s open.
Who are these packs for?
Stallholders who want to serve portions as needed
If you want to set out syrup waffles for each customer or coffee break, smaller packs within a pack can be handy. Jumbo says its Kanjers pack contains four pairs.
Shoppers with dietary preferences or allergen requirements
For you, ingredients and allergens matter more than pack size. A plant-based or gluten-free label doesn’t automatically rule out other allergens, so check the label for the specific product.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether quantity, ease of serving or ingredients will determine your choice. Then compare the pack size and storage instructions of the options that meet your needs.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
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| Quantity and storage | Compare the net weight in grams and follow the storage instructions once the pack is open. | If I’m topping up the biscuit tin often, I want one pack to give me plenty of syrup waffles. This stock-up need comes first for around 40% of consumers. |
| Portions and serving | Check the number of waffles and whether they’re actually packed in smaller portions. | At the stall, I want to be able to set out portions without opening the whole pack straight away. Around 30% of consumers say ease of serving matters most to them. |
| Dietary preferences and allergens | Read the current ingredients list, allergen information and any warnings. | If I need to avoid a specific ingredient or allergen, the product must meet that requirement before pack size comes into it. Around 20% of consumers put this first. |
| Ingredient preferences | Check the ingredients listed for your chosen product, such as butter or a plant-based recipe. | Once the other requirements are met, I’ll let my preference for the ingredients make the difference. This is the most important factor for around 10% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming plant-based means allergen-free
Albert Heijn describes its AH Terra Plant-Based syrup waffles as vegan, but also says the product may contain milk and lactose. So a plant-based label is no substitute for the allergen information.
If you have an allergen requirement, always check the packaging of the specific product you plan to use.
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Assuming gluten-free means free from all allergens
A gluten-free label relates to gluten and, on its own, tells you nothing about other allergens. This distinction matters if you’re setting out syrup waffles for different customers.
As well as checking the gluten-free label, read the full allergen information and any warnings.
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Forgetting to provide allergen information when serving
The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says businesses must inform customers about allergens present in their products. This also applies to stalls selling syrup waffles.
Keep the ingredients and allergen information from the pack you’re using at the stall, so you can tell customers about the product you’re serving.
Brands and product ranges at a glance
Daelmans
PLUS lists a bag of 10 Daelmans syrup waffles.
- PLUS says this product has a 50% syrup filling.
- Check the allergens for this product; a bag of 10 doesn’t tell you the weight of the pack.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists butter syrup waffles in a 468 g pack, among other sizes and varieties.
- The 468 g pack lists 12 portions, which can help when planning for a group.
- Don’t choose on the Jumbo name alone: pack size, ingredients and allergens vary between products.
PLUS
PLUS lists a standard 480 g pack of syrup waffles and a separate 240 g gluten-free variety.
- The 480 g pack is worth considering if quantity for the biscuit tin or stall is your priority.
- The gluten-free variety comes in a different size; check the full allergen information for both products.
Albert Heijn / AH Terra
AH Terra Plant-Based syrup waffles are a 390 g plant-based option.
- Albert Heijn describes this product as vegan.
- According to the product listing, it may contain milk and lactose; if you have an allergen requirement, check the label.
Kanjers
Jumbo lists Kanjers Original Syrup Waffles as four pairs, weighing 320 g in total.
- The pairs make it easier to set out a portion for each serving occasion.
- This pack format differs from a standard 468–480 g pack; check which format suits your needs.
Syrup waffles on Joybuy
This pack of 10 syrup waffles is an option if you want to stock up for the biscuit tin or your stall. Check how the waffles are packed if serving them individually is important to you.
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Kanjers Extra Delicious syrup waffles, 10 pieces
A pack with several syrup waffles for the biscuit tin or for serving on successive occasions.
Check the weight if you’re comparing this pack with a larger one, and see how it’s packed if you want to serve the waffles individually.
Frequently asked questions
Are plant-based syrup waffles suitable for someone with a milk allergy?
Not on the basis of the plant-based label alone. Albert Heijn says its AH Terra Plant-Based syrup waffles may contain milk and lactose, so check the allergen information on the current packaging.
Are gluten-free syrup waffles also free from other allergens?
A gluten-free label doesn’t guarantee this. For the product you’ve chosen, check the other allergens highlighted on the label and any warnings separately.
What should a Dutch doughnut stall be able to tell customers about allergens?
Businesses must inform customers about allergens present in the products they serve, according to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority. So keep the information for the syrup waffles you’re actually serving at the stall.
How should I store an opened pack of syrup waffles?
Follow the instructions on your chosen pack and seal it properly after opening. The PLUS standard pack reviewed says to store in a cool, dry place; Jumbo says to store its butter variety in a cool, dry place.