Choose a multipack to suit how you plan to hand them out: mini syrup waffles let you put together your own portions, duo packs are handy to prepare in advance, and large waffles are easy to count if you want to give one to each child. Also check the number of pieces and the label on the pack you buy, especially if any children have allergies or dietary requirements.
Ask in advance which ingredients a child needs to avoid, then read the label on the pack you choose. The Voedingscentrum emphasises the importance of checking food labels for allergies; warnings about the possible presence of allergens are worth checking too.
Duo packs are an option for lunchboxes or party bags. If you want to share them from a platter, mini syrup waffles let you decide how many each child gets. Jumbo and PLUS show examples of duo packs, while PLUS also offers a pack of minis.
A stated number of pieces makes it easier to work out how many you need for a small group. Albert Heijn shows packs containing 8 AH syrup waffles and 10 Daelmans syrup waffles; Jumbo shows a pack of 12 from Bakker Joop.
First, find out what each child can eat and how you want to hand out the waffles. Then count how many waffles or agreed portions you need, including any for adults accompanying the children.
| What to consider | What to check | Who should pay particular attention? |
|---|---|---|
| Allergens and dietary requirements | Compare the current ingredients label and any ‘may contain’ warnings with the information provided by parents or carers. | If I’m handing out treats to a child with a food allergy, I first want to know whether this particular pack is suitable. For around 40% of consumers, checking for allergens comes first. |
| How you plan to hand them out | Check whether the pack contains minis, individual large waffles or pre-portioned duo packs, then decide on a portion for each child. | If I want to put treats in lunchboxes in advance, or share them from a platter, the pack format determines my choice. Around 30% of consumers prioritise convenience when handing out treats. |
| The right number | Count the children and adults accompanying them, then compare that number with the stated piece count; weight alone won’t tell you how many treats you can hand out. | For a small group, I want to bring enough waffles without having lots left over. For around 30% of consumers, getting the right number is the most important factor. |
The same total weight can provide a different number of portions to hand out. For example, Albert Heijn lists 8 AH syrup waffles per pack, while Jumbo lists Kanjers in packs of 4 x 2 pieces.
Count the people first, then check the number of pieces or how many minis you want to give each child.
Ingredients vary from product to product. For Kanjers Original Stroopwafels, Jumbo lists egg, milk, cereals containing gluten, soya and wheat, as well as a warning that the product may contain nuts.
Ask about dietary requirements in advance and check the label on the pack you’ll actually be handing out. If you know about an allergy, don’t rely on the product name or size alone.
Two waffles in a wrapper are practical to prepare in advance, but they’re not the same as one mini syrup waffle. For its Kanjers duo pack, Jumbo lists a 40 g portion.
Choose a duo pack if you want to portion treats in advance, but decide separately what size portion you want to hand out.
Albert Heijn and PLUS point out that product information can change. This is particularly important when choosing products based on their ingredients or allergens.
Just before handing them out, read the information on the pack you’ve bought, including the best-before date.
Albert Heijn shows a pack of 10 large Daelmans syrup waffles; PLUS also offers Daelmans minis in packs of 25 and a duo pack.
Albert Heijn lists an AH pack containing 8 syrup waffles, with a total weight of 310 g and a 39 g portion.
Jumbo offers Kanjers syrup waffles in packs of 4 x 2 pieces, as well as Bakker Joop syrup waffles in packs of 12.
Lidl offers Sondey mini butter syrup waffles alongside a standard butter version.
ALDI offers 300 g packs of mini syrup waffles, as well as individually wrapped syrup waffles in packs of two.
PLUS offers Daelmans mini syrup waffles in packs of 25 and a Daelmans duo pack, as well as its own-brand caramel syrup waffles in packs of 10.
These Kanjers multipacks are particularly useful if you want to plan how many large syrup waffles you’ll need for a children’s party. For lunchboxes or party bags, also check how the waffles are arranged in the pack you choose.
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A pack of 8 to help you plan how many waffles you’ll need for a small group.
If you want to give them out in pairs, check how they’re arranged in the pack. Before handing them out, read the current label for allergen information and any warnings about the possible presence of allergens.
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A pack of 10 if you want to count out one waffle per child.
Check the pack format before assuming the portions are individually wrapped for lunchboxes or party bags. Also read the current label for allergen information and warnings about the possible presence of allergens.
If the party is at school or another venue, check its rules on treats first. The Voedingscentrum highlights school policies as something to consider; you should also check with parents or carers whether any children need to avoid certain ingredients.
Check the ingredients and allergens on each pack, not just for the product type in general. For Kanjers Original Stroopwafels, Jumbo lists egg, milk, cereals containing gluten, soya and wheat, and warns that the product may contain nuts; other varieties may differ.
Minis are handy if you want to put together your own portions; large waffles are easier to count if you’re planning one per child. Compare the number of pieces with your plan for handing them out, and check the ingredients of the variety you choose too.
Follow the storage instructions on the pack and seal it properly after use. Albert Heijn advises storing its AH syrup waffles in a cool, dark and dry place; check the instructions and best-before date for your product.
