Who is this choice relevant to?

Parents looking for a dark chocolate flavour

Would you like to make an option for adults as well as a treat for the children? Check which chocolate is used and its cocoa percentage, rather than relying on the word ‘chocolate’ on the packaging.

Organisers with allergies in the group

If you’re handing out treats to a class, an after-school club or a mixed group, ask in advance which foods guests can’t eat. Check the allergens on the packaging of each option you choose, and keep any alternative separate.

Parents who want to hand out small portions

If you want a treat that takes little preparation, the size and number of egg cakes in each pack matter. Plain and mini egg cakes offer different ways to hand them out from a version you finish yourself.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether the dark chocolate flavour is for the whole group or for a separate option. Then check the allergens, portion size and number of items for each product you’re considering.

Chocolate-filled egg cake

Suitable if: you want a ready-made egg cake with a chocolate flavour and don’t need it to have a demonstrably high cocoa content.

Trade-off: Albert Heijn lists cocoa-flavoured confectionery containing 1.55% low-fat cocoa powder for the Gulden Krakeling variety; this is not a cocoa percentage for dark chocolate.

Plain or mini egg cakes

Suitable if: you want to hand out egg cakes without a chocolate topping and choose a size to suit the group.

Trade-off: on their own, these won’t give you the dark chocolate flavour you want for a separate option for adults.

Finish them yourself with dark chocolate

Suitable if: you want to choose the chocolate yourself for a separate option; Jumbo describes decorating egg cakes with melted dark chocolate.

Trade-off: finishing them takes preparation, and you’ll also need to check the ingredients and allergens in the chocolate you choose.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Dark chocolate flavour Check which chocolate or cocoa ingredients have been used, and look for the stated cocoa percentage of the chocolate. If I also want to offer adults something with a pronounced dark chocolate flavour, the word ‘chocolate’ alone isn’t enough. For around 36% of consumers, checking the flavour is the top priority.
Allergens and group requirements Check the latest allergen information and ask about any rules set by the school, after-school club or party venue. If guests can’t eat certain ingredients, I want to know in advance which treat will be suitable for them. For around 29% of consumers, suitability for the group comes first.
Portion size Compare the size and portion per pack, including if you’re adding chocolate. For the children, I want to choose a small portion that’s easy to hand out. This is the top priority for around 21% of consumers.
Packaging and planning Count how many you need, and check the contents and storage instructions for the pack you choose. If I’m buying for a group, I want to have enough egg cakes to hand out without too many left over. For around 14% of consumers, practical planning is the main concern.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming ‘chocolate’ means dark chocolate

    A chocolate appearance doesn’t mean the egg cake is made with dark chocolate. For Gulden Krakeling Choco gevulde eierkoeken, Albert Heijn lists cocoa-flavoured confectionery containing 1.55% low-fat cocoa powder.

    Read the ingredients list and check the cocoa percentage of the chocolate used before presenting an option as dark chocolate.

  • Shopping before asking about allergies

    Egg cakes may contain allergens, and if you finish them yourself, the chocolate ingredients need to be considered too. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends asking in advance whether any children have allergies or avoid certain foods.

    Ask about the group’s needs, read the latest packaging and check whether the venue has any rules on treats.

  • Looking only at the number of packs

    The number of items in a pack doesn’t tell you how large each portion will be. Adding chocolate also changes what you’ll ultimately be handing out.

    First choose the size and planned portion, then count the children and any adults supervising and work out how many packs you’ll need.

Brands and shops to consider

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn offers several types of egg cake, including a chocolate-filled variety from Gulden Krakeling.

  • The product information for regular AH Eierkoeken includes details such as portion size, ingredients and allergens.
  • The cocoa-flavoured confectionery listed for the Gulden Krakeling variety doesn’t support choosing it on the basis of dark chocolate or a high cocoa content.

Jumbo

Jumbo offers plain, mini, wholemeal and chocolate egg cakes.

  • There are different sizes to choose from, and the product name Jumbo Eierkoeken met Chocolade 8 Stuks also tells you how many are in the pack.
  • For that chocolate variety, check the latest ingredients and type of chocolate before choosing it for a dark chocolate flavour.

Bolletje

Bolletje describes Brosse Eierkoek as a crisp-baked egg cake and also offers a cinnamon variety.

  • For Brosse Eierkoek, Bolletje lists allergens including egg, cereals containing gluten, milk, wheat and soya.
  • Check the latest packaging if you’re planning to hand these egg cakes out to a group.

Lidl

Lidl lists plain egg cakes in a pack of 12.

  • The stated pack size can help you plan a treat for a group.
  • If you’re making a dark chocolate option, check separately which chocolate you want to use.

ALDI

ALDI lists Heerlijck Banket Scharreleierkoeken in a pack of 12.

  • The stated number of items is useful when planning a treat with plain egg cakes.
  • If you want a dark chocolate flavour, consider your chosen topping and its ingredients separately.

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Frequently asked questions

Are chocolate egg cakes always made with dark chocolate?

No. The word ‘chocolate’ in the name doesn’t confirm that dark chocolate has been used. Albert Heijn describes Gulden Krakeling Choco gevulde eierkoeken as egg cakes with cocoa-flavoured confectionery and a cream filling. For a dark chocolate option, check the ingredients and the cocoa percentage of the chocolate used.

What should I check before handing out egg cakes at a children’s party?

Ask in advance about allergies, foods guests avoid and any rules set by the venue. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends choosing a small portion when serving biscuits or sweets as a treat; choose a size that suits what you actually plan to hand out.

Which allergens might egg cakes contain?

It varies by variety, so always read the latest packaging. For Brosse Eierkoek, Bolletje lists allergens including egg, cereals containing gluten, milk, wheat and soya. If you’re adding a chocolate topping, check the allergens in the chocolate too.

How do I work out how many packs I need?

First decide how many portions you want to hand out and compare that with the number of items in your chosen pack; round up the number of packs you need. Also consider the size of the egg cakes and include any separate alternative in your calculations.

How should I store egg cakes until the party?

Follow the storage and use-by information on the packaging of the variety you buy. For its regular AH Eierkoeken, Albert Heijn advises storing them in a cool, dry place away from light and closing the pack securely after use.