For a Dutch match with several people watching, a large pack of classic syrup waffles is an obvious choice if the main priority is having enough to go round; minis are handy for a sharing bowl everyone can help themselves to. If you’re after a chocolate treat or something that feels more like a gift, look for chocolate-coated syrup waffles, but don’t mistake them for a box of chocolates. Compare the number of waffles and net weight on each pack, and check the current label for allergen and nutritional information before serving.
If several people are watching, the number of waffles and any stated serving information are practical starting points. Jumbo lists twelve servings for a 468 g pack of butter syrup waffles; Lidl lists twelve Sondey butter syrup waffles in a 480 g pack. The number of servings does not necessarily match the number of waffles.
If you want chocolate to be part of the occasion, look for chocolate-coated syrup waffles or chocolate minis. Albert Heijn lists a Daelmans pack of four milk chocolate syrup waffles; PLUS lists a 157 g bag of Daelmans chocolate minis. Check which type of product you’re buying and how many it contains.
If guests need to take ingredients or allergens into account, the label matters more than the name ‘syrup waffle’. The product information for the Jumbo and Daelmans examples mentioned here lists ingredients including milk, soya and wheat or gluten. Check the information on the chosen pack before sharing.
Before watching at home, decide what matters most to you: enough waffles to share, a chocolate treat or clear ingredient information. Minis can also contain chocolate, so size and chocolate coating are separate things to consider.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Enough to share | Compare the number of waffles, net weight and any serving information; these don’t always tell you the same thing. | If I’m putting out a sharing bowl for a group, I want to know in advance whether everyone can have a waffle. Having enough to share is the main concern for around 38% of consumers. |
| Chocolate as a treat | Check that they’re syrup waffles with chocolate and how many pieces or how many grams the pack contains. | I want to serve something chocolatey for the match, but I’m looking for a syrup waffle rather than chocolates. Chocolate and a special treat for the occasion are the deciding factors for around 37% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients, allergen and nutritional information, and storage instructions on the pack. | When I’m sharing food with guests, I want them to be able to check for themselves whether the ingredients are suitable for them. Around 25% of consumers put this check first. |
A pack with plenty of servings doesn’t answer questions about allergens. Jumbo’s product information for the butter syrup waffles mentioned here lists gluten, milk, soya and wheat; allergens are also listed for the Daelmans chocolate products mentioned.
Ask guests before serving whether they need to check for allergens, and keep the packaging handy so they can read the label.
A chocolate-coated waffle or chocolate mini is still a biscuit. So if you want to give someone an assortment of chocolates, you’ll need a different kind of treat.
First decide whether you want to put out syrup waffles to enjoy during the match or whether you’re actually looking for a box of chocolates.
Ingredients and allergens can vary between products and packs. This is especially important when guests need to check what they can eat before helping themselves.
When your order arrives or when you’re in the shop, check the current label as well as the best-before date and storage instructions.
Worth considering if you’re looking for a chocolate version of a syrup waffle.
A supermarket own-brand option to compare if you’re looking for a larger pack of classic butter syrup waffles.
A Lidl own brand to consider if you’re looking for a pack of butter syrup waffles for a group.
An option if you want to put mini syrup waffles out in a sharing bowl.
A supermarket range where you can compare classic syrup waffles with chocolate minis, among other options.
These Kanjers products are classic syrup waffles with a stated number of pieces, worth considering if you want to share waffles with others. If you’re specifically looking for a chocolate coating or a box of chocolates, check out a different type of product.
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An option if you want to hand out classic syrup waffles while watching together. The product name states that there are eight pieces; check the label for allergens and storage instructions before serving.
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An option if you want to choose the number of waffles to suit your group. The product name states that there are ten pieces; check the pack format and read the current label for allergen and storage information.
Yes, especially if guests need to avoid certain allergens. Let them read the label on the pack you’ve chosen. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains that allergens must be clearly listed on the labels of prepacked foods. The product information for the Jumbo and Daelmans products mentioned here includes milk, soya and wheat or gluten.
No. A chocolate-coated syrup waffle is a biscuit with chocolate, not an assortment of chocolates. Choose this version if you want to serve chocolatey syrup waffles during the match; look for a box of chocolates if you want an assortment of chocolates to make up the gift.
Follow the storage instructions and best-before date on the pack you buy. The product information for the Jumbo and Daelmans varieties mentioned here says to store them in a cool, dry place; PLUS also says to store the Daelmans chocolate minis in a dark place.
Compare the nutritional information on the packs on a like-for-like basis, such as per 100 g, and also check the size of a waffle or serving. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 189 kcal for an extra-large 40 g syrup waffle; that figure doesn’t necessarily apply to a mini or a chocolate-coated waffle.
