Start by deciding how many egg cakes you want to serve. For a shared wedding buffet, you can compare standard packs of 10 or 12, while individually wrapped cakes may be more convenient for handing out. For guests who eat gluten-free, plan a separate product labelled gluten-free and check the other allergens on the current packaging too. Keep spare packs sealed until you need them.
You want to match the number of egg cakes to your guests and the other sweet treats on offer. Jumbo lists packs of 10, while Albert Heijn and ALDI also describe packs of 12. This makes it easier to count portions without having to open every pack straight away.
You want to set aside a separate option for guests who need one and make it clear which ingredients and allergens it contains. Even with an egg cake labelled gluten-free, it’s important to check the packaging and serve it separately.
You want to be able to put out cakes in smaller batches or hand them out individually. An individually wrapped option could work well, provided the flavour and pack size suit your serving plan.
First decide how many egg cakes you want to hand out, then work out whether you need a separate gluten-free option or individually wrapped cakes. Only then compare the packaging of the exact product you’re considering.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Portions and pack size | Compare the number of cakes per pack with your serving plan and the other sweet options. Jumbo lists standard egg cakes in packs of 10, while Albert Heijn and ALDI describe varieties in packs of 12. | If egg cakes are served alongside other treats, I want to know how many I’ll actually put out. Around 42% of consumers prioritise planning portions that are easy to count. |
| Gluten-free options and allergens | Check the current packaging for each variety, and keep any option labelled gluten-free and its serving utensils separate. According to the product information, the Gluten Free Bakery Holland egg cakes described by Jumbo contain egg, milk and soya, and may contain nuts and sesame. | For guests with specific dietary or allergen needs, I want to be able to offer a separate cake with clear product information. For around 33% of consumers, finding a suitable option is the main concern. |
| Serving and opened packs | Choose whether to serve the cakes on platters, top them up in batches or hand them out individually. Check whether your chosen variety is individually wrapped and follow the storage instructions on the packaging. | For a self-service buffet, I don’t want to open more packs than necessary. For around 25% of consumers, easy serving with as little leftover food from opened packs as possible matters most. |
For a buffet, the number of cakes is what mainly determines how many portions you can serve. The standard packs mentioned contain 10 or 12 cakes; the gluten-free pack described by Jumbo contains 2.
Count the portions you need, then compare the number of cakes per pack and keep any spare packs sealed.
The gluten-free egg cakes described by Jumbo contain egg, milk and soya, and may contain nuts and sesame. The words ‘gluten-free’ say nothing about whether they’re suitable for people with those other allergies.
Check the packaging of the product you choose and avoid using the same serving utensils for it and the standard egg cakes.
The Bolletje Brosse Eierkoek Kaneel described by Jumbo was individually wrapped, but was no longer listed in the online range on that product page. Also, a crisp egg cake with a milk coating is different from a regular soft egg cake.
Before you shop, check whether a suitable individually wrapped variety is available and whether its flavour works with your buffet.
Once the cakes have been unpacked, guests can no longer check the label for themselves. If the buffet is being provided by a venue or caterer, rules on allergen information for non-prepacked foods may also apply.
Keep the packaging or clearly record the product information. Check with the venue or caterer what arrangements apply to the buffet.
Albert Heijn’s product page describes standard AH Eierkoeken in a 360 g pack containing 12 portions.
Jumbo lists standard own-brand egg cakes in packs of 10 weighing 300 g, mini egg cakes in packs of 10 weighing 250 g, and a wholemeal variety weighing 300 g.
ALDI describes Heerlijck Banket Scharreleierkoeken as a standard pack of 12 weighing 360 g.
Bolletje describes a crisp egg cake with a milk coating; the cinnamon variety listed by Jumbo was individually wrapped.
Jumbo describes the Gluten Free Bakery Holland egg cakes as gluten-free, in a pack of 2 weighing 100 g.
Base your estimate on the number of cakes you want to serve, not just the number of guests. If each guest is having one cake, divide the number of guests by the number of cakes per pack and round up. If there are several sweet options, you can plan for fewer egg cakes. Jumbo lists standard packs of 10, and ALDI describes a pack of 12.
No. The gluten-free egg cakes from Gluten Free Bakery Holland described by Jumbo contain egg, milk and soya, and may contain nuts and sesame. Check the current packaging and, if guests have specific allergen needs, also discuss how to serve the cake separately.
Make sure guests can still access the product information and agree with the venue or caterer how it will be displayed. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority describes the requirements for providing allergen information for non-prepacked foods offered to consumers. Which rules apply at a private wedding also depends on the role of the person or business providing the food.
Follow the storage instructions for the variety you’ve chosen and keep spare packs sealed for as long as possible. Albert Heijn recommends storing its standard egg cakes in a cool, dry place out of direct light and sealing the pack well after opening.
