Households with a shared biscuit tin
They want enough individual portions for several snack occasions. Albert Heijn lists 12 portions for AH Dutch Egg Cakes; Jumbo offers packs of 10 cakes or portions.
Who is this choice relevant to?
People who want a snack shortly before training
They look for a small portion and something they can comfortably digest around exercise. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against a large portion or foods high in fat, protein or fibre just before sport.
Shoppers checking ingredients and allergens
They should read the information for the exact variety before adding it to the household's shared cupboard. The Dutch egg cakes discussed here list ingredients including egg, wheat, milk and soya.
What should you look for when buying?
First decide when the Dutch egg cakes will be eaten, then compare the number of portions for your household. If you have an allergy, always check the ingredients on the pack you choose.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it's important for |
|---|---|---|
| Portion before training | Check the weight of each cake and the fat and fibre per portion; avoid a large portion just before sport. | If I eat shortly before training, I want a small portion that I can digest comfortably. For around 44% of consumers, when they eat and how their stomach feels come first. |
| Stocking up for home | Compare the number of cakes and the total weight; also check the best-before date and storage instructions. | In a household where several people help themselves from the biscuit tin, the pack should suit how it will be used. For around 33% of consumers, the number of portions matters most. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients and allergen information for the exact variety you have chosen. | If you need to account for allergens at home, the Dutch egg cakes must be suitable for everyone who will eat them. Ingredients and allergens are the top priority for around 23% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a family pack is also the right choice just before exercise
The number of cakes in a pack doesn't tell you what portion you can comfortably eat at one time. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, a large portion and foods high in fat, protein or fibre may cause discomfort just before sport.
First choose a suitable time to eat and a modest portion; then decide how many cakes you want to keep at home.
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Assuming all Dutch egg cakes have the same nutritional value
According to Albert Heijn, the crisp Dutch egg cake with a milk coating contains 12 g of fat and 42 g of sugars per 100 g. Jumbo lists 3.9 g of fibre per 100 g for its wholemeal Dutch egg cakes. These are different varieties, so you can't judge them by product name alone.
Compare the nutritional information for the exact products per 100 g and per portion, especially if you plan to eat them around a training session.
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Checking only the front of the pack if you have allergies
The varieties discussed list ingredients including egg, milk, soya and cereals containing gluten. Ingredients can vary between varieties.
Before buying, check the latest ingredients and allergen information on the pack, even if you recognise the product name.
Brands to consider
Albert Heijn
According to Albert Heijn, AH Dutch Egg Cakes come in a 360 g pack with 12 portions of 30 g.
- The stated number of portions makes it easy to compare the pack with your household's needs.
- The product information lists ingredients including wheat, egg, milk and soya. If you have allergies, check the latest packaging.
Jumbo
Jumbo offers standard Dutch egg cakes in a 300 g pack of 10, and wholemeal Dutch egg cakes in a 300 g pack with 10 portions.
- According to Jumbo, the wholemeal variety contains 37.1% wholemeal wheat flour and 3.9 g of fibre per 100 g.
- If you eat shortly before sport and are sensitive to high-fibre foods, consider when you eat and the size of your portion. Also check the allergens in the variety you choose.
Bolletje
Among its crisp Dutch egg cakes, Albert Heijn lists a variety with a milk coating in a 155 g pack of 10. Jumbo says its crisp cinnamon variety is individually wrapped.
- The individual wrapping of the cinnamon variety is handy when you want to take one cake with you.
- According to Albert Heijn, the variety with a milk coating contains 12 g of fat and 42 g of sugars per 100 g; don't treat it as the same Dutch egg cake as the cinnamon variety.
Dutch egg cakes at Joybuy
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Frequently asked questions
Can I eat a Dutch egg cake just before exercise?
A small portion may be suitable if you can digest it comfortably at that time. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against a large portion and foods high in fat, protein or fibre just before sport. So check the ingredients of the Dutch egg cake you choose and consider when you plan to eat it.
Do I need special sports nutrition as well as a Dutch egg cake?
Most people who exercise don't need special sports nutrition: according to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, they can get enough fluids and energy from everyday food. Tailor what you eat and drink to the duration and intensity of your activity.
Which allergens should I check in Dutch egg cakes?
Check the allergens on the exact pack. The varieties discussed here list ingredients including egg, milk, soya and cereals containing gluten, such as wheat; information can vary between products.
How should I store an opened family pack?
Follow the storage instructions on the pack you choose. Albert Heijn advises keeping AH Dutch Egg Cakes in a cool, dry, dark place and closing the pack securely after use; Jumbo says to store its wholemeal variety in a dry, dark place.