Travelling with a group
If several people will be sharing, compare the number of waffles and the net weight with the size of your group. Jumbo, PLUS and Lidl list regular packs weighing 468–480 g.
Which pack works best for you?
Sharing out smaller portions
If you’d like to pass round smaller waffles on your journey, a mini pack is worth considering. Lidl lists around 37 Sondey mini syrup waffles in a 316 g pack.
Checking ingredients
If you’re sharing with someone who has an allergy or intolerance, read the label on the pack you’ve chosen together. The regular varieties described by Jumbo and PLUS list ingredients including wheat or gluten, milk and soya.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, work out how many people will be sharing and how you want to hand out the waffles. Then check the ingredients on the exact pack you’re buying.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Enough for the group | Compare the number of waffles and the net weight with the number of people who will be sharing. | If I’m sharing with several people, I want to bring enough waffles without having lots left over. Having enough in the pack is the top priority for around 40% of consumers. |
| Sharing smaller portions | Check the size of the waffles and the number in each pack. | On the journey, I’d rather pass round smaller portions than break up large waffles. Ease of sharing is the top priority for around 30% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the label on the exact variety, even if you’ve bought it before. | If someone I’m travelling with has an allergy or intolerance, I want to know what’s in the waffles before sharing them. Checking this comes first for around 30% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Buying a sharing pack without checking allergens
A pack that’s large enough for the group won’t necessarily be suitable for everyone. The regular syrup waffles described by Jumbo and PLUS list wheat or gluten, milk and soya.
Before sharing, ask about any relevant allergies or intolerances and read the label on the variety you’ve bought.
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Assuming a product listing means it’s in stock
Lidl lists the Sondey varieties described here as in-store-only products. So a product page won’t tell you whether a pack is available at your local branch.
Check availability with your store before counting on a particular pack.
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Leaving packaging on your seat
According to NS’s house rules, waste belongs in the bin, even after sharing snacks on the train.
Keep wrappers and napkins together, and throw them away when you reach a bin.
Brands to consider
Daelmans
A smaller branded pack to consider if you’re travelling with just a few people.
- Albert Heijn lists a 290 g pack containing 10 syrup waffles, with 50% caramel syrup filling.
- If you want to share one pack, compare the number of waffles with the size of your group.
Jumbo
A regular pack for anyone who wants to share a bag with a group.
- Jumbo lists its butter syrup waffles in a 468 g pack containing 12 portions.
- Check the ingredients and allergens on the label before sharing.
PLUS
A supermarket own brand offering a regular 480 g pack of syrup waffles, as well as smaller sizes.
- The regular pack contains a different amount from the smaller packs, so you can choose based on the size of your group.
- Read the label for each variety separately; the regular variety described lists ingredients including wheat, milk and soya.
Sondey
Lidl’s own brand, with both regular and mini syrup waffles.
- Lidl lists 12 regular waffles in a 480 g pack and around 37 mini syrup waffles in a 316 g pack.
- Lidl marks these varieties as in-store only, so check stock at your local branch.
Heerlijck Banket
A pack listed by ALDI that you can compare by quantity.
- ALDI lists 12 syrup waffles in a 480 g pack.
- The relevant ALDI listing marks the product as unavailable. Check current availability before counting on it.
Syrup waffles to take with you
These Kanjers packs contain 8 or 10 syrup waffles and are worth considering if you want something to take with you and share among a small group.
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Kanjers Original Syrup Waffles, 8 pieces
For a small group who want to share syrup waffles; this pack contains 8. Check the ingredients and allergens on the label before sharing.
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Kanjers Extra Delicious Syrup Waffles, 10 pieces
If you want to share waffles with your fellow passengers, this pack contains 10. Check the label on the pack you’ve bought before handing them out.
Frequently asked questions
How should you store an opened pack during your journey?
Reseal the pack after sharing and follow the storage instructions on the label. Jumbo recommends storing its butter syrup waffles in a cool, dry place; PLUS advises keeping its regular syrup waffles somewhere dry and dark.
Which allergens should you check in a large sharing pack?
The regular varieties described by Jumbo and PLUS list wheat or gluten, milk and soya. Always check the label on the pack you’re actually sharing, as ingredients can vary between varieties.
Are mini syrup waffles easier to share on the train?
Mini syrup waffles are handy if you want to pass round smaller portions; a regular bag is a better fit if you want to share larger waffles from one pack. Lidl lists around 37 mini syrup waffles in 316 g. Choose the size based on how many people you’re travelling with and how you want to share them.