Conference organiser with regular coffee breaks
Wants to work out in advance how many egg cakes are needed for each break. The number of portions, weight per cake and storage advice all help with planning.
Who is this choice important for?
Caterer serving unwrapped food
Needs a process that ensures guests can access allergen information for the correct egg cake. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says businesses must provide information about the 14 allergens in unwrapped food.
Organiser with a specific preference for fibre
Wants to compare standard and wholemeal options using the nutritional information for the exact product. Fibre, sugars, portion size and allergens should each be considered separately.
What should you look for when buying?
First decide how you’ll serve the egg cakes and what portion size suits the break. Then compare the ingredients and nutritional information of the options you’re actually planning to order.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it’s most relevant to |
|---|---|---|
| Allergens and serving | Check the ingredients and allergens for the exact option. If serving unwrapped, decide how guests will access the information for the right product. | When I put egg cakes out on a buffet, I want to give guests accurate information before they choose. Around 40% of consumers considering egg cakes for a conference break prioritise allergen information and serving arrangements. |
| Portions and quantities | Compare the stated number of portions with the weight per portion. Also check the shelf life and storage advice for when you plan to serve them. | For a short break, I want to have enough suitable portions ready without relying on the pack weight alone. Portion planning comes first for around 30% of these consumers. |
| Standard or wholemeal | Compare fibre and sugars per 100 g and per actual portion, as well as the ingredients and allergens. | If I offer a wholemeal option, I want to know what’s in that particular cake rather than relying on its name. For around 30% of these consumers, the ingredients are the most important selection criterion. |
Portion size can make a noticeable difference to your choice. Albert Heijn lists 12 portions of 30 g per pack for its egg cakes, while Jumbo lists four 75 g portions for the standard option reviewed. So when the cakes differ in size, don’t compare nutritional values per cake alone.
Common selection mistakes
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Assuming wholemeal means low in sugar or suitable for every guest
Jumbo lists 3.9 g of fibre and 33.6 g of sugars per 100 g for its wholemeal egg cakes reviewed here. The ingredients and allergens also need to be considered separately from the product name.
Compare the nutritional information per 100 g and per portion, and use the allergen information for the exact option when sharing details with guests.
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Counting only the number of cakes in the pack
A cake isn’t the same size portion in every product. Albert Heijn lists portions of 30 g; the standard Jumbo egg cakes reviewed here are 75 g per portion.
First decide on the portion size you want to serve each guest. Then use the stated number of portions and the weight per portion to plan how many packs you’ll need.
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Serving unwrapped cakes without suitable allergen information
Once egg cakes are placed on a plate or buffet, it may no longer be obvious which packaging relates to which product. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority requires allergen information for unwrapped food.
Make sure the information provided with the food relates to the exact product. If you change brand or option, update it before serving the new egg cakes.
Brands and product ranges to consider
These examples show which product details can help with catering plans. The features mentioned apply to the options described, not to a brand’s entire range.
Albert Heijn
For the egg cakes reviewed here, Albert Heijn lists a 360 g pack containing 12 portions of 30 g.
- The product information lists wheat, egg, milk and soya, among other ingredients, as well as storage advice.
- Albert Heijn notes that product information can change. Check the packaging of the product you’ll actually be serving when it arrives.
Jumbo
The standard and wholemeal options reviewed have different portion sizes: four portions of 75 g and ten portions of 30 g respectively.
- The wholemeal option lists 3.9 g of fibre per 100 g, so you can take this into account for that product.
- Check the allergens for each option; the wholemeal name alone doesn’t tell you anything about them.
Heerlijck Banket bij ALDI
For the Heerlijck Banket egg cakes made with barn eggs reviewed here, ALDI lists 12 cakes and 360 g per pack.
- The stated number of cakes is useful for planning how many packs you’ll need for a break.
- Include the ingredients and allergen information from the current packaging in your catering information.
Lidl / Sondey
For the egg cakes reviewed here, Lidl lists 360 g and 12 cakes per pack, available to buy in store.
- The weight and number of cakes give you a starting point for planning quantities.
- Plan your in-store purchase around the event, and check the packaging for ingredients and allergens.
Bolletje
Bolletje describes its Brosse Eierkoek as a crunchy option rather than a soft egg cake.
- Its different texture could make it a deliberate choice, as long as you clearly distinguish it from the other options you’re serving.
- For the Brosse Eierkoek reviewed here, Bolletje lists egg, cereals containing gluten, milk and soya, among other ingredients. Also check the packaging for information about possible traces.
Egg cakes at Joybuy
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need to provide allergen information if I put unwrapped egg cakes out on a conference buffet?
Yes. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says businesses must provide customers with information about the 14 allergens in unwrapped food. Make sure the information relates to the option being served. You can provide it verbally only if you meet the conditions that apply to this way of serving food.
Are egg cakes automatically gluten-free or egg-free?
No, don’t assume that they are. The Albert Heijn and Jumbo egg cakes reviewed here, as well as Bolletje’s Brosse Eierkoek, list egg and cereals containing gluten. Check the allergen information for the exact option and the packaging of the product you’re serving.
When should I choose wholemeal egg cakes for a conference break?
A wholemeal option is worth comparing when fibre is an explicit selection criterion—not because the name alone tells you anything about sugars or allergens. For its wholemeal option reviewed here, Jumbo lists 3.9 g of fibre and 33.6 g of sugars per 100 g. Also consider the portion size and the packaging of the product you plan to serve.
How can I keep product information up to date while preparing?
Make a note of the product and option you’ve chosen, then compare the information when it arrives with the physical packaging. Albert Heijn warns that details such as ingredients and allergen information can change. Update the information for guests if the product delivered is different.