Who might find this choice makes a difference?

Anyone taking a snack with them

You’re looking for a sweet addition to your lunch that you can eat without any preparation. Check the weight per serving, the packaging and the storage instructions, not just the product name.

Anyone comparing fibre content in Dutch egg cakes

You want a Dutch egg cake, but you also want to see how much fibre and how many wholemeal ingredients your chosen option contains. Compare the nutritional information per 100 g for the specific products.

Anyone who needs to avoid certain allergens

Check the current ingredients list and allergen information before buying. The name ‘Dutch egg cake’ alone won’t tell you which cereals containing gluten or other allergens an option contains.

What to look for in Dutch egg cakes and biscuits to take with you

First decide whether you want to take a soft Dutch egg cake, a crisp one or a small biscuit with you. Then compare the serving size, nutritional information and ingredients of each specific product. The term ‘digestive’ on its own says nothing about the effects or nutritional value of a Dutch egg cake.

What to consider What to check before buying Who is this most important for?
Convenience and serving size Check the weight per piece, the number of pieces and whether they’re individually wrapped. If I take my lunch in a bag, I want to know what serving I can eat without any preparation. Convenience and serving size are the deciding factors for around 33% of consumers.
Nutritional information Compare fibre, sugars, saturated fat and salt per 100 g and per serving. When choosing between plain and wholemeal, I want to know more than what’s on the front of the pack. Around 27% of consumers prioritise nutritional information.
Allergens Read the current ingredients list, allergen information and any warning about cross-contamination. If I need to avoid an ingredient, the packaging is crucial to my choice. For around 20% of consumers, allergens or dietary restrictions are their main concern.
Texture and product type Choose between soft, crisp and biscuit; then check the ingredients and weight of your chosen serving. I might be looking for a small crunchy biscuit rather than a soft Dutch egg cake. Taste and texture come first for around 20% of consumers.

Common mistakes when choosing

  • Assuming wholemeal tells you everything

    Jumbo lists 3.9 g of fibre in its Wholemeal Dutch Egg Cakes, but they also contain 33.6 g of sugars per 100 g. One ingredient or nutritional value doesn’t tell you everything about a product.

    Compare products on the same basis, ideally per 100 g and per serving.

  • Relying on the product name for allergen information

    Plain, wholemeal and crisp Dutch egg cakes can contain different combinations of egg, milk, cereals containing gluten and soya.

    Before buying, check the current ingredients list, allergen information and any warning about cross-contamination on the packaging.

  • Treating a biscuit as an equivalent serving

    A small biscuit, a soft Dutch egg cake and a crisp Dutch egg cake differ in product type and serving size. So a value per piece tells you little about how they compare per 100 g.

    Decide which product type you want, then compare the weight and nutritional information of the servings you’d actually take with you.

  • Relying only on the online product page

    Albert Heijn says that product ingredients, nutritional values and allergen information can change.

    Check the packaging when you buy, including the best-before date and storage instructions.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

Own-brand range with plain Dutch egg cakes and several options in the category.

  • AH Dutch Egg Cakes list a serving size of 30 g and 94 kcal per cake.
  • Albert Heijn warns that ingredients, nutritional values and allergen information can change; check the packaging.

Jumbo

Own-brand range that includes wholemeal Dutch egg cakes for anyone comparing ingredients and fibre within this product category.

  • Jumbo Wholemeal Dutch Egg Cakes list 37.1% wholemeal wheat flour and 3.9 g of fibre per 100 g.
  • The same product information lists 33.6 g of sugars per 100 g; ‘wholemeal’ alone doesn’t tell you enough about nutritional value.

Bolletje

Bolletje describes its Crisp Cinnamon Dutch Egg Cake as a crisp option with a milk coating and cinnamon.

  • The pack described by Jumbo contains individually wrapped pieces, which may be useful if you want to take just one with you.
  • The product information lists wheat, egg, soya and milk among its allergens. Also check whether this specific option is currently available at your chosen shop.

Verkade

Biscuits offer an alternative product type for anyone who’d rather take a small, crunchy biscuit than a Dutch egg cake.

  • Verkade lists 27 kcal per Maria biscuit; according to the brand, Trouwe Vriendjes are packed in pairs.
  • These are biscuits, not Dutch egg cakes. Compare their serving sizes, ingredients and allergens separately.

A biscuit to take with you from Joybuy

This milk chocolate biscuit is a crunchy alternative. It isn’t a Dutch egg cake, so compare the weight per serving and the nutritional information if you’re considering it alongside one.

Lu Scholiertje milk chocolate biscuits, 150 g

Lu Scholiertje Milk Chocolate Biscuits, 150 g

A milk chocolate biscuit for anyone who’d rather take a crunchy biscuit than a soft Dutch egg cake with them. It isn’t a Dutch egg cake; check the weight and nutritional values per serving on the packaging if you want to compare serving sizes.

The product description lists milk, wheat and soya as allergens and states that the product may contain nuts. Check the current packaging if you need to avoid any ingredients.

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Frequently asked questions

Does ‘wholemeal’ tell you enough about the nutritional value of a Dutch egg cake?

No. Jumbo Wholemeal Dutch Egg Cakes list 3.9 g of fibre and 33.6 g of sugars per 100 g. As well as fibre, compare the other nutritional information and serving sizes of the products you’re considering.

How should I store Dutch egg cakes that I’m taking with me?

Follow the storage instructions on the packaging of your Dutch egg cakes. Albert Heijn recommends storing its plain Dutch egg cakes in a cool, dry place and closing the pack securely after use. Jumbo also recommends storing its wholemeal Dutch egg cakes in a cool, dry place.

Where can I find allergen information on Dutch packaging?

Check the ingredients list and allergen information on the current packaging. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, designated allergens in prepacked products must be listed on the label and clearly distinguishable in the ingredients list.