Families who pay attention to grain content
You’re looking for a pancake mix explicitly labelled wholemeal, and comparing the grains it contains and the fibre per 100 g of prepared product, rather than just reading the front of the pack.
Who is this choice relevant to?
Parents who get children involved
Children can measure out ingredients, stir and choose toppings. An adult should take over when it comes to cooking in a hot pan and using appliances, in line with the Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s advice on cooking with children.
Households with allergy concerns
Check the ingredients, allergens and warnings on the pack, as well as anything you add at home. The wholemeal mixes described here contain ingredients such as wheat or oats, so don’t assume they’re suitable if you have a food allergy without checking first.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, decide whether wholemeal is a must-have. Then compare what you’ll need for your baking session: extra ingredients, how many pancakes each pack makes and any allergens relevant to your household.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Wholemeal and grains | Look for the wholemeal label and check which grains are listed in the ingredients. Compare fibre figures on a like-for-like basis, for example per 100 g of prepared product. | If I specifically want a wholemeal mix, I need to be able to see which grains it contains; this is the most important factor for around 31% of consumers. |
| Preparing it together | Check which ingredients you need to add and which steps children can help with while an adult does the cooking. | When baking together, I want children to measure and stir without letting them work near the hot pan. This practical approach is the top priority for around 25% of consumers. |
| Allergens and preparation | Read the ingredients and warnings on the pack; also check any milk, egg or substitutes you add yourself. | If an ingredient needs to be avoided, I want to know what’s in the mix and what I’ll be adding before I combine them. This check is the top priority for around 25% of consumers. |
| How many pancakes each pack makes | Check the stated number of pancakes or servings and the pack size. | If several children are eating, I want to know whether one pack will make enough batter. The number of servings is the deciding factor for around 19% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming multigrain means wholemeal
A mix containing several types of grain won’t necessarily meet your needs if you want to bake with wholemeal flour. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, a product can only be called wholemeal if all the flour in it is wholemeal.
Look for the wholemeal label, then read the ingredients list. If you’re considering a multigrain mix as a wholemeal alternative, check the pack first.
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Checking only the dry mix
One preparation option may use plant-based additions, while the standard method calls for milk and eggs. If you have an allergy, it’s also important to check warnings about the possible presence of allergens.
Before making the batter, check the mix, the additions you’ve chosen and the current allergen information on the pack.
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Letting children taste uncooked batter
Koopmans says its wholemeal mix batter should not be eaten raw and must be cooked thoroughly. Baking together also calls for clear rules about who does what around the hot pan.
Let children measure, stir and choose toppings; an adult should handle the pan and electrical appliances.
Brands to consider
Koopmans
Koopmans Pannenkoeken Volkoren is a 400 g mix that Koopmans says makes 13 to 15 pancakes.
- Albert Heijn’s product information lists 60% wholemeal oat flour, 35% wholemeal wheat flour and buckwheat flour.
- You’ll need milk, eggs and cooking fat to prepare it. The mix contains gluten-containing cereals and may contain egg and milk.
AH
According to Albert Heijn, AH Mix voor pannenkoeken volkoren is a 300 g pack that makes around 10 pancakes.
- Albert Heijn lists wholemeal wheat flour and also describes a preparation method using plant-based ingredients.
- The mix contains wheat and gluten-containing cereals, and may contain egg, among other allergens. The ingredients you choose to add also affect what’s in the finished pancake.
Jumbo
Jumbo Mix voor Pannenkoeken Volkoren is a 400 g pack containing wholemeal wheat, oat and buckwheat flour.
- Jumbo lists 75% wholemeal wheat flour, 20% wholemeal oat flour and around 14 servings.
- The mix contains wheat, oats and gluten, and may contain barley, egg and milk.
PLUS
PLUS Pannenkoekmix volkoren is a 400 g pack containing wholemeal wheat, oat and buckwheat flour.
- PLUS lists 75% wholemeal wheat flour and 20% wholemeal oat flour.
- The mix contains wheat and oats, which contain gluten, and may contain barley, egg and milk. Check the current packaging before use.
Albona
ALDI describes its 400 g Albona pancake baking mix as a multigrain mix.
- If you’re specifically looking for a wholemeal mix, check the pack to see whether this multigrain mix meets your needs.
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Frequently asked questions
Is multigrain pancake mix automatically wholemeal?
No. A mix doesn’t automatically become wholemeal just because it contains several types of grain. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, a product can only be called wholemeal if all the flour in it is wholemeal. So, if you’re choosing a multigrain mix, check the label and ingredients on the pack.
Can children taste the batter before the pancakes are cooked?
Not with Koopmans Pannenkoeken Volkoren: Koopmans says the batter should not be eaten raw and must be cooked thoroughly. Children can help with measuring and stirring while an adult handles the pan.
Can I make wholemeal pancakes using plant-based ingredients?
Albert Heijn describes a way to prepare AH Mix voor pannenkoeken volkoren using a plant-based drink and apple sauce or an egg substitute. If you have an allergy, check the mix itself too: it contains wheat and gluten-containing cereals, and may contain egg, among other allergens.
Where can I check for allergens in pancake mix?
Check the ingredients and allergen information on the current pack, including any warnings about possible presence. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre explains that EU rules require allergens to be clearly listed on the label. Don’t forget to check the ingredients you add to the batter yourself, either.