Taking a snack out with you
Want to pop one syrup waffle in your bag without opening a large pack? Check whether each waffle is individually wrapped. A twin pack is an alternative if two waffles work for you at a time.
Which pack is right for you?
Checking ingredients
If you need to avoid gluten or another allergen, start by checking the ingredients and allergen information on the current packaging. Products in the same category can differ.
Stocking up on snacks
If you’re planning several snack breaks, compare the number of waffles, the portion format and the weight. This will help you see whether a bag or a pack with clearly defined portions better suits your plans.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you want one waffle, two waffles or part of a larger pack for each snack break. Then check the label and compare packs that suit your preferred portion size.
One waffle per pack
Choose this if: you want to take one sealed portion with you each time.
Bear in mind: the Daelmans pack of 36 individually wrapped portions listed by Jumbo is no longer in its online range; don’t treat that listing as a current purchase option.
Two waffles per pack
Choose this if: two waffles together make one snack break for you.
Bear in mind: Jumbo lists Kanjers Original Syrup Waffles as 4 x 2 pieces; that’s four twin portions, not eight individually wrapped waffles.
Standard bag or wrapper
Choose this if: you want to eat or share several waffles at home.
Bear in mind: don’t assume there are individual portions unless the packaging says so.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
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| Portion size | Count the individual packs and the waffles in each one. | I want to take one sealed portion with me without opening a larger bag. Around 33% of consumers prioritise this convenience. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the current label and check for any information you need. | If I need to avoid an ingredient, the information on the pack I choose determines whether those syrup waffles are suitable for me. Around 27% of consumers prioritise this check. |
| Quantity and weight | Compare the number of portions you can use and the total weight of the packs. | For several days of the holiday, I want to know how many snack breaks one pack will provide. For around 20% of consumers, choosing how much to stock up on matters most. |
| Recipe and flavour | Check the ingredients and the flavour shown on the pack. | I’m mainly looking for a syrup waffle with a recipe that appeals to me, even if another size is easier to take with me. This recipe preference comes first for around 20% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming ‘for on the go’ means ‘individually wrapped’
The product name AH Syrup Waffle for on the go doesn’t, by itself, tell you how many waffles are in each individual pack.
If you want to take exactly one waffle with you, check the number of waffles and how they’re wrapped on the product page or packaging.
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Counting a twin portion as one waffle
The Kanjers pack of 4 x 2 pieces listed by Jumbo contains two waffles in each individual portion.
Compare both the number of individual portions and the number of waffles in each portion.
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Assuming every product has the same allergen profile
The Daelmans and Kanjers product listings don’t mention exactly the same allergens. A familiar brand name is no substitute for checking the product you’ve chosen.
Read the current ingredients and allergen information on the packaging before eating.
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Mistaking an old product listing for an option you can order
Jumbo shows the portion format for Daelmans 36 x 1, but also says that this product is no longer in its online range.
Check current availability before planning to take that pack on a holiday outing.
Brands and ranges to consider
Daelmans
A brand to consider if you’re looking for one individually wrapped syrup waffle per portion. Jumbo lists a Daelmans pack of 36 x 1 pieces.
- The listed format makes it clear what counts as one portion.
- Jumbo says this pack is no longer in its online range. The classic variety listed contains milk, wheat and soya.
Kanjers
A brand with a 4 x 2 pack of Original Syrup Waffles listed by Jumbo.
- The twin-pack format makes it clear how many waffles you get per snack break.
- This Jumbo product doesn’t give you one waffle per portion; the product information lists wheat, soya, milk and egg, among other ingredients.
Jumbo
The syrup waffle range includes different sizes, including minis and a 240 g Lekker Vrij van Gluten variety.
- You can compare products in the range by size and product description.
- Don’t assume that the gluten-free variety mentioned comes in individual portions without checking.
ALDI
ALDI lists syrup waffles pre-packed in pairs.
- A twin pack is a clearly defined size if two waffles suit you at a time.
- Check the ingredients and exact contents on the pack you choose.
PLUS
PLUS lists, among other products, a standard 480 g syrup waffle wrapper and a 240 g bag of gluten-free syrup waffles.
- These sizes give you a starting point for comparing standard and gluten-free products.
- A bag or wrapper doesn’t mean that every waffle is individually wrapped.
Portion-sized syrup waffles on Joybuy
These two Kanjers packs are worth considering if you want to match the number of waffles per snack break to your plans for the autumn half-term. Check the portion format and current label on the pack you choose.
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Kanjers Extra Delicious Syrup Waffles, 10 pieces
An option to consider if you want to take one waffle for each snack break. The product name lists 10 pieces; check the packaging to see how many waffles are in each individual pack, and read the current ingredients and allergen information.
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Kanjers Original Syrup Waffles, 8 pieces
An option if two waffles per snack break suit your plans; it isn’t the right choice if you strictly want one individually wrapped waffle per portion. The product name lists 8 pieces. Check the individual packs and the current ingredients and allergen information.
Frequently asked questions
Is 4 x 2 syrup waffles the same as a pack with one waffle per portion?
No. For the Kanjers Original Syrup Waffles listed by Jumbo, 4 x 2 pieces means four individual portions, each containing two waffles. Choose a variety that’s clearly individually wrapped if you want to take exactly one waffle at a time.
Which allergens should I check in syrup waffles?
Check the allergens for the specific product on its current label. The classic Daelmans variety listed contains milk, wheat and soya; Jumbo also lists egg for Kanjers Original Syrup Waffles. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority highlights the importance of clear allergen information on labels.
Are gluten-free syrup waffles individually wrapped too?
The words ‘gluten-free’ don’t tell you that. Jumbo and PLUS each list a 240 g gluten-free syrup waffle variety; check the packaging separately for the portion format and for any other ingredients or allergens that matter to you.
What if the portion format isn’t clear online?
Check the packaging before buying if the number of waffles per individual pack is important to your choice. According to the Netherlands’ Ondernemersplein business information website, mandatory food label information must also be available online, but a product name such as ‘for on the go’ doesn’t tell you whether every waffle is individually wrapped.
How should I store syrup waffles during the autumn half-term?
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging of the product you choose. Jumbo says to store Kanjers Original Syrup Waffles in a cool, dry place; check the label for any other brand or variety.