Organisers handing out small treats
If visitors will be helping themselves to a syrup waffle, mini waffles offer more individual servings than a pack of larger ones. Lidl, for example, lists around 37 minis per 316 g pack.
Which pack is best for whom?
Buyers catering for a small stall team
A pack with a clearly stated number of larger waffles makes it easier to work out in advance how many you can hand out. Jumbo lists 12 portions in its 468 g pack of butter syrup waffles.
Anyone who wants to portion them out in advance
Twin packs can make it easier to keep count as you hand them out. Do check that the twin-pack product you choose is available: Albert Heijn lists the Daelmans counter display we found as unavailable in its range.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether visitors will get a small treat, a larger waffle or a pre-portioned serving. Then compare the quantities and the information on the packaging.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Small individual treats | Check the size and the number of minis listed per bag. | If visitors will be helping themselves, I want to be able to offer plenty of small treats. This would be the main need for around 33% of consumers. |
| Planning portions | Check the number of larger waffles and whether they are packed in pairs. | For my stall team, I want to know in advance how many portions I can hand out. This would be the top priority for around 25% of consumers. |
| Comparing pack contents | Compare the weight and number of items in similar packs. | When buying for a group of visitors, I want to know how many waffles I’ll get from each pack. Around 25% of consumers would see this as the main consideration. |
| Label information | Read the ingredients, allergen information and storage instructions on the pack you buy. | If visitors ask what a waffle contains, I want to be able to check the current label. For around 17% of consumers, this would be the main requirement. |
Common mistakes
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Counting minis and larger waffles as equal portions
Lidl lists around 37 minis in 316 g, compared with 12 larger waffles in its 480 g pack. So the number of items alone doesn’t tell you how many visitors will get the treat you have in mind.
Before you buy, decide whether you want to hand out a small treat or a larger waffle to each visitor.
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Assuming the online range reflects local stock
Albert Heijn lists a Daelmans counter display as unavailable in its range; a PLUS product was shown as unavailable at the selected store. Lidl lists the Sondey products we found as available in store only.
Check your local shop or delivery option shortly before buying, and choose a suitable alternative if needed.
If you only discover the item is missing when you get to the shop, you may need to make an extra trip or change your serving plan.
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Giving allergen information from memory
Ingredients and allergens vary between syrup waffles. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, sellers of non-prepacked food must inform consumers about the allergens it contains.
Keep the current packaging or the allergen information for the exact product you’re handing out available at your stall.
Brands to consider
Daelmans
PLUS lists Daelmans syrup waffles as full-size waffles, minis and twin packs.
- The different sizes make it easier to look for individual treats or pre-portioned servings.
- Albert Heijn lists the Daelmans counter display we found, containing 18 twin packs, as unavailable in its range; check the product with your chosen shop.
Albert Heijn
The AH pack of syrup waffles is an option if you’re looking for a limited number of larger waffles.
- Albert Heijn lists 8 portions and a pack weight of 310 g.
- You may need several packs for a larger gathering; check the information on the pack you buy.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists both larger butter syrup waffles and minis in its range.
- Its 468 g own-brand pack lists 12 portions, which is useful when planning larger treats.
- For this specific pack, Jumbo lists allergens including gluten, milk and soya; check the label on the product you choose.
Lidl
Lidl lists a pack of larger butter syrup waffles and a bag of minis under the Sondey brand.
- Lidl lists 12 larger waffles in 480 g and around 37 minis in 316 g.
- The products we found are listed as in-store items; check availability at your local shop.
ALDI
ALDI lists both regular syrup waffles and mini syrup waffles under the Heerlijck Banket brand.
- The regular pack lists 12 waffles and weighs 480 g; the mini pack weighs 300 g.
- Check the range at the shop where you plan to buy them.
PLUS
PLUS lists Korenlanders butter syrup waffles, among other products, as well as Daelmans varieties.
- The Korenlanders bag lists a weight of 400 g, making it easy to compare with other larger packs.
- Another PLUS own-brand pack was shown as unavailable at the selected store; check your local shop.
Syrup waffles at Joybuy
These Kanjers packs list a number of larger syrup waffles. They’re particularly useful if you’re counting out portions for a small group; check the packaging to see how the waffles are arranged in the pack.
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Kanjers Extra Delicious syrup waffles, 10 pieces
Ten pieces give you a starting point when counting out larger waffles for a small group. Check the packaging to see whether they’re individually wrapped, and read the current label before handing them out.
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Kanjers Original syrup waffles, 8 pieces
Eight pieces are easy to count out for a small gathering. If you need twin packs, check the pack you buy to see whether the waffles are wrapped in pairs; keep the label handy too, in case anyone asks about the ingredients.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to provide allergen information if I hand out unpackaged syrup waffles?
Yes. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, sellers of non-prepacked food must inform consumers about the allergens it contains. So keep the information for the syrup waffles you’re actually handing out available at your stall.
Which allergens should I check in syrup waffles?
Check the allergen information on the label of the specific pack. For its 468 g butter syrup waffles, Jumbo lists gluten, milk and soya, among other allergens; a Kanjers variety listed by Jumbo may also contain nuts. Don’t assume this information applies to another variety without checking its label.
How should I store an opened bag while handing out the waffles?
Follow the storage instructions on the pack you’re using, and close the bag as directed once it’s open. The Kanjers Original syrup waffles listed by Joybuy come with advice to keep the pack tightly closed after opening.