Cinema-goers who want to share
If you want to portion out the waffles before you go, check how many there are and how much each one weighs. A large or small pack could work; it depends on how many people are sharing.
Who are these options for?
Snackers with dietary requirements or allergies
If you’re looking for a vegan, gluten-free or lactose-free option, check the label as well as the ingredients and allergen information for the exact pack. Warnings about possible traces may also be important.
Anyone who wants to choose their portion
If you want to know what you’ll be eating during the film, compare the nutritional values per serving with the number of waffles you plan to have. A value per 100 g doesn’t automatically tell you what’s in one waffle.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, check any dietary requirements or allergies. Then see whether the number of waffles and the nutritional information suit the way you want to share them.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Sharing and portions | Compare the number of waffles and the weight of each one. Jumbo lists its butter syrup waffles reviewed here as 12 servings of 39 g. | If I’m going to the cinema with others, I want to decide in advance how many waffles everyone gets. For around 40% of consumers, sharing comes first. |
| Diet and allergens | Read the label on the exact product, the ingredients list, and any allergen and possible traces warnings. | If I have a dietary requirement or allergy, the waffle I choose needs to suit my specific needs. For around 30% of consumers, suitability is the most important factor. |
| Nutritional value per serving | Compare energy, sugars and saturated fat per waffle or stated serving; check whether the table gives values per 100 g. | I want to decide in advance how much sweet biscuit I’ll have during the film. Choosing a portion is a key consideration for around 30% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming plant-based means allergen-free
Albert Heijn labels its AH Terra Plant-Based syrup waffles as vegan, but also states that they may contain milk and lactose. The product also contains wheat and soya.
If you have an allergy, check the ingredients and any ‘contains’ or ‘may contain’ statements on the pack you’re buying.
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Comparing only the values per 100 g
This makes products easier to compare, but doesn’t tell you how much you’re eating per waffle. Jumbo lists 179 kcal and 14 g of sugars per 39 g serving of its butter syrup waffle reviewed here.
Also check the weight of each waffle and decide how many you want to have during the film.
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Relying on out-of-date online product information
Ingredients and nutritional information can change. Information about a specific product also doesn’t always tell you whether that pack will be available when you shop.
Use the product page to help you choose, then check the label on the pack you receive or find in store.
Brands and product ranges compared
Daelmans
For anyone looking for a classic, larger syrup waffle: the Daelmans product listed by Jumbo weighs 39 g per waffle.
- Jumbo describes the waffle reviewed here as a syrup waffle with 50% syrup filling.
- The 36-piece pack in question was no longer listed in Jumbo’s online range. Check whether the exact pack is available; this product contains wheat, milk and soya.
Albert Heijn
The range includes regular syrup waffles as well as the plant-based AH Terra option.
- Albert Heijn labels its AH Terra Plant-Based syrup waffles as vegan and lists 10 servings of 39 g.
- This product may contain milk and lactose; it contains wheat and soya. Check the pack if you have an allergy.
Jumbo
The own-brand butter syrup waffles reviewed here are listed as a 468 g pack with 12 servings.
- Jumbo lists 179 kcal, 14 g of sugars and 5,5 g of saturated fat per 39 g serving, giving you a basis for assessing the portion you choose.
- The product reviewed here contains wheat, milk and soya. If you have an allergy, check the latest label.
Leev
Albert Heijn lists an organic Leev product labelled gluten-free and lactose-free, with four waffles weighing 30 g each.
- The specific claims on the label make this product worth looking at if gluten or lactose is your first selection criterion.
- The product contains lupin and egg, and may contain milk, nuts, soya and sesame. Albert Heijn said this product had been discontinued; check availability before relying on it.
Sondey
Lidl Netherlands lists Sondey butter syrup waffles in a 12-piece, 480 g pack.
- The stated number of waffles is useful if you’re planning for a group.
- Lidl lists this product as available in store only. Check the pack there if nutritional values or allergens will affect your choice.
Syrup waffles on Joybuy
These two Kanjers packs are options for anyone who wants to decide in advance how many syrup waffles to buy for a film night. For dietary and nutritional information, always check the pack you choose.
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Kanjers Extra Delicious syrup waffles, 10 pieces
A pack of ten waffles to share out among your group in advance.
If you have allergies, check the latest label: the product information lists wheat, milk and soya, as well as possible other allergens. For a nutritional comparison, use the values and serving size shown on the pack.
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Kanjers Original syrup waffles, 8 pieces
A pack for anyone who wants to take eight waffles and decide in advance how to share them.
If you have allergies, check the latest label: the product information lists wheat, milk and soya, as well as possible other allergens. Compare nutritional values using the serving size shown on the pack.
Frequently asked questions
Are syrup waffles a nutritious snack for the cinema?
A syrup waffle is a sweet biscuit, so don’t judge whether it’s a nutritious snack by looking at just one nutritional value. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 189 kcal for an extra-large 40 g syrup waffle. To work out how much you’ll eat, check the weight and nutritional information for your chosen product.
Is a plant-based syrup waffle suitable for someone with a milk allergy?
Not necessarily: Albert Heijn states that its AH Terra Plant-Based syrup waffles may contain milk and lactose, despite being labelled vegan. If you have a milk allergy, check the allergen information on the latest pack.
How should I store syrup waffles for a film night?
Follow the storage instructions on the pack you buy. The product listings reviewed from Jumbo, Albert Heijn and PLUS recommend storing them in a cool, dry place or somewhere dry and dark; seal an opened pack according to the product instructions.