Sliced breakfast cake provides carbohydrates, but a plain slice contains little protein. If you’re having it as a recovery snack after an intense workout, pair it with a source of protein or have a meal containing both carbohydrates and protein; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends both nutrients at this time. Choose between plain, wholemeal and no added sugar by comparing the nutritional information per portion. For varieties with sweeteners, check the ingredients and warnings too.
If you want to eat breakfast cake after an intense workout, you can pair it with everyday foods that also provide protein. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, an average 30 g slice of breakfast cake contains just 0.9 g of protein.
You want a ready-sliced snack, but you don’t want to choose based solely on terms such as ‘wholemeal’ or ‘no added sugar’. Albert Heijn’s product information shows that the Peijnenburg varieties reviewed differ in their sugar and fibre content. For a variety containing polyols, check the warning on the label too.
Pre-sliced breakfast cake is ready to take with you whenever you fancy a slice. Compare the number of slices, pack size and storage advice with how you plan to use it.
First, decide what you’ll eat alongside the breakfast cake if you’re having it as a meal after an intense workout. Then compare the nutritional information and portion size of the specific variety, rather than relying on the name on the front of the pack.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Protein with your snack | Check the protein per portion and think about what you’ll eat alongside the breakfast cake. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, an average 30 g slice contains 0.9 g of protein. | After an intense workout, I want my meal to include protein rather than consist of breakfast cake alone. Around 40% of consumers prioritise this recovery meal. |
| Sugars and sweeteners | Compare sugars and carbohydrates per 100 g and per slice. For a variety containing polyols, read the ingredients and warning. | If I’m keeping an eye on my sugar intake, I want to know what the slice I choose actually contains and whether it includes polyols. This is the main consideration for around 30% of consumers. |
| Fibre and wholemeal ingredients | Check which grain ingredients are used and compare the fibre per 100 g; check the other nutritional information too. | I’m mainly looking for a wholemeal variety and want to compare its fibre content with other varieties. This is a priority for around 20% of consumers. |
| Convenience and portion size | Check the pack weight, slice size and storage advice once opened. | I want to be able to take a slice with me without any preparation and store the pack properly at home. This is the deciding factor for around 10% of consumers. |
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, an average 30 g slice contains 20.8 g of carbohydrates and 0.9 g of protein. If you eat only that slice after an intense workout, it won’t provide much protein for your meal.
If needed, pair it with something such as quark, yoghurt or another source of protein, or choose a meal containing both carbohydrates and protein.
This claim doesn’t tell you how many carbohydrates a slice contains. According to Albert Heijn’s product information, the Peijnenburg wholemeal variety reviewed contains xylitol and 24 g of polyols per 100 g. The pack warns that excessive consumption may have a laxative effect.
Check the nutritional information per 100 g and per portion, and read the ingredients and warnings.
The wholemeal products reviewed have different fibre and sugar content. So the term ‘wholemeal’ is no substitute for comparing the packs you’re choosing between.
Compare the grain ingredients, fibre and sugars in the specific varieties.
The Peijnenburg varieties reviewed contain rye and gluten. For the g’woon varieties reviewed, it’s also important to check the ingredients and allergen information on the pack you choose.
If you have a relevant allergy or coeliac disease, always check the current label before choosing a variety.
Offers sliced plain and wholemeal breakfast cake, among other varieties. Compare each variety separately.
The range includes sliced wholemeal, plain and zero breakfast cake.
Offers sliced breakfast cake, including a wholemeal variety and a variety with sweeteners.
Offers its own 485 g pack of sliced wholemeal breakfast cake.
This ALDI own-brand range includes sliced wholemeal breakfast cake and a sliced variety with no added sugar.
These sliced g’woon varieties are handy if you want to take breakfast cake with you after exercise. Compare their nutritional information per slice with what else you plan to eat at that time.
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A sliced wholemeal variety to take with you. If this is your post-workout meal after an intense session, add a source of protein.
According to Joybuy’s product information, this variety contains 64.6 g of carbohydrates, 34 g of sugars, 5.9 g of fibre and 4.4 g of protein per 100 g. If you have a relevant allergy or coeliac disease, check the current ingredients and allergen information on the pack.
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A sliced variety for anyone who wants to take a slice with them after exercise. Compare the nutritional information on the pack with the other variety, and include a source of protein if you’re having it as a recovery meal after an intense workout.
If you have a relevant allergy or coeliac disease, check the current ingredients and allergen information on the label.
Not if it’s your entire post-workout meal and you also want to get some protein. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, an average 30 g slice contains 20.8 g of carbohydrates and 0.9 g of protein. Pair it with a source of protein or have a meal containing both nutrients.
No. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, most people who exercise don’t need special protein shakes or bars if they eat a varied diet. You can get the protein to go with your breakfast cake from everyday foods or a meal.
Compare the carbohydrates, sugars, fibre and ingredients in the variety you choose too. According to Albert Heijn’s product information, the Peijnenburg wholemeal variety reviewed contains xylitol and 24 g of polyols per 100 g. The pack warns that excessive consumption may have a laxative effect.
Follow the storage advice on the pack for your variety. For the Peijnenburg breakfast cake reviewed, the product information recommends storing it in a cool, dry place away from light, preferably in a sealed tin or container.
