Who might find a larger pack useful?

Hosting a small group for a TV night

If you want to offer everyone their own egg cake, check the number of cakes before looking at the pack weight. Jumbo lists a pack of 10, while ALDI lists one of 12.

Comparing pack sizes

If you’re buying for several people, compare the number of cakes with the total weight. The regular packs listed by Jumbo and ALDI contain 10 cakes and 300 g, and 12 cakes and 360 g respectively.

Sharing snacks and checking labels

Before serving, take account of any ingredients your guests need to avoid. Albert Heijn lists egg, milk, cereals containing gluten and soya among the ingredients in both its regular and wholemeal egg cakes. Check the current packaging for the latest information.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide how many individual cakes you want to serve, then compare the pack sizes, ingredients and nutritional information of the options you’re considering.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Number of individual cakes Count your guests and check the number of cakes in the pack. ALDI lists 12 Heerlijck Banket Scharreleierkoeken; Jumbo lists 10 in its regular egg cake pack. If everyone needs to be able to take their own cake, I don’t want to run short halfway through the evening. That’s why around 33% of consumers prioritise the number of individual cakes.
Pack size As well as the number of cakes, compare the total weight: the Jumbo and ALDI packs mentioned contain 300 g and 360 g respectively. When comparing different packs, I want to know how much I’ll be bringing for the group. Around 27% of consumers consider this the most important factor.
Ingredients and allergens Read the ingredients, stated allergens and any precautionary ‘may contain’ warnings on the current packaging. If a guest needs to avoid certain ingredients, I want to check whether the egg cakes are suitable for them. Around 20% of consumers prioritise these checks.
Wholemeal and nutritional value Check the ingredients list and compare fibre and sugar per 100 g. Albert Heijn lists 3.5 g of fibre per 100 g for its wholemeal egg cakes. If I want to choose a wholemeal variety, I also look at the nutritional information rather than relying on the name alone. Around 20% of consumers prioritise this consideration.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a large bag means enough portions

    The weight doesn’t tell you how many people can each have an individual cake. Jumbo lists 10 cakes in a 300 g pack; ALDI lists 12 in a 360 g pack.

    Count your guests and check the number of cakes. Also consider whether you want to offer more than one per person.

  • Assuming regular or wholemeal egg cakes are allergen-free

    Albert Heijn lists wheat, egg, milk and soya among the ingredients in both its regular and wholemeal varieties. The word ‘wholemeal’ doesn’t remove the need to check for allergens.

    Before serving, read the current ingredients list and any precautionary ‘may contain’ warnings, taking into account what the guest needs to avoid.

  • Planning around a limited-edition variety

    Bolletje describes its cinnamon Brosse Eierkoek as a promotional product. That makes it a less reliable choice if you want to stock up on a specific variety in advance for an evening.

    Check whether the variety you want is available and, if necessary, choose a regular pack as a back-up in advance.

Brands to compare

These brands offer different pack sizes or varieties to compare with your group’s needs. The number of cakes and the label are still what matter when making your choice.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists regular and wholemeal egg cakes in 360 g packs, each containing 12 portions of 30 g.

  • The product information includes details such as portion size, ingredients, allergens and nutritional value.
  • Both varieties mentioned list egg, milk, cereals containing gluten and soya among their ingredients. Check the physical packaging, as product information can change.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists regular egg cakes in packs of 10 weighing 300 g, as well as mini and wholemeal varieties.

  • Its range includes different types of egg cake to compare by number of cakes and pack size.
  • The separately listed gluten-free option contains 2 cakes and weighs 100 g, so it isn’t necessarily a suitable replacement for a group-size pack.

Heerlijck Banket

ALDI lists Heerlijck Banket Scharreleierkoeken in a pack of 12 weighing 360 g.

  • The stated number of cakes makes it easy to plan for a group.
  • ALDI says its range may change. Check whether the pack is available when you’re planning your evening.

Bolletje

Bolletje describes its Brosse Eierkoek as a variety with a crisp texture and a dusting of sugar, rather than as a regular large pack for groups.

  • This variety offers a different texture for anyone looking for something a little different.
  • Bolletje lists egg, cereals containing gluten, milk, wheat and soya among its ingredients. Check the number of cakes and the label if you want to share this variety.

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Frequently asked questions

How many egg cakes do I need for a TV night?

First work out how many guests should be able to have one cake each, then check the number in the pack. Jumbo lists a regular pack of 10 and ALDI one of 12. Also allow for the possibility that guests may want more than one cake.

Can I rely on the product name to tell me about allergens?

No. Read the ingredients and allergen information on the current packaging. For the egg cakes mentioned, Albert Heijn and Bolletje list egg, milk, cereals containing gluten, wheat and soya among the ingredients.

What does wholemeal tell me about the nutritional value of an egg cake?

The word ‘wholemeal’ alone doesn’t tell you how all the nutritional values compare. Albert Heijn lists 3.5 g of fibre and 31 g of sugars per 100 g for its wholemeal egg cakes. Compare the nutritional information on the packs you’re considering, and check the allergens too.

How should I store an opened pack of egg cakes?

Follow the storage instructions on the packaging. For the egg cakes mentioned, Albert Heijn advises storing them in a cool, dry place away from light and sealing the pack securely after use. Check the date on the packaging too.

Will a gluten-free pack provide enough egg cakes for the whole group?

Not necessarily: the gluten-free egg cakes listed by Jumbo come in a pack of 2 weighing 100 g. Work out how many cakes you need for the group, and if a guest needs to eat gluten-free, check the other ingredients and allergens on the current packaging too.