If you want to take a single portion with you
Look for an individually wrapped cake, so you don’t have to open a multipack for just one occasion. Albert Heijn says that Bolletje Brosse Eierkoeken are individually wrapped.
Which pack is best for you?
If you’re hosting an Easter breakfast for several people
You’ll want enough cakes to serve on a platter or use in a dessert. Compare the number of cakes and the portion size in each pack; Jumbo also suggests using egg cakes as the base for a trifle.
If you need to consider allergens
Check the ingredients and allergens for the specific variety. Albert Heijn’s gluten-free egg cakes still contain egg, milk, soya and lactose.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, decide whether you need an individually wrapped portion or cakes for several people. Then compare the nutritional information and check the allergens for each variety.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Individual portions | Check whether the cakes are individually wrapped and how many are in the outer pack. | I want to take one egg cake with me without opening the rest. For around 29% of consumers, having an individual portion is the top priority. |
| Cakes to share | Compare the number of cakes and the pack weight for your planned Easter table. | If several people are eating, I want to have enough cakes to serve. Having enough portions is the main concern for around 36% of consumers. |
| Wholemeal and fibre | Check the fibre and sugar content per 100 g, as well as the weight of each cake. | I want to compare a wholemeal egg cake with a regular variety for its nutritional value, not just its name. Around 21% of consumers prioritise this comparison. |
| Gluten and other allergens | Check the current label, including the ‘contains’ and ‘may contain’ statements. | If I need to avoid an ingredient, the specific variety I choose must meet that requirement. This check comes first for around 14% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a small pack means the cakes are sold individually
A cake may be individually wrapped inside a box without being sold separately. Albert Heijn says Bolletje Brosse Eierkoeken come individually wrapped in a box of ten.
Check both how each cake is wrapped and how many you’re buying.
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Confusing wholemeal with gluten-free
The wholemeal egg cakes listed by Jumbo contain wheat, barley and oats. So ‘wholemeal’ does not mean this variety is gluten-free.
If you need a gluten-free option, look for an explicit gluten-free label, then read the full allergen information.
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Assuming gluten-free means free from other allergens
Albert Heijn’s gluten-free egg cakes also contain egg, milk, soya and lactose, and may contain sesame and nuts.
Check the current label for every allergen that matters to you, not just the wording on the front of the pack.
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Relying on an old offer for your Easter shop
An offer from outside the Easter period doesn’t tell you what will be available or on offer when you do your shopping.
Check the current offer period and availability at the retailer shortly before you shop.
Brands to consider
Bolletje
Bolletje makes light, crumbly egg cakes with a milk coating, sold in a box of individually wrapped cakes.
- Albert Heijn lists ten individually wrapped cakes in this variety.
- According to Bolletje’s product information, this variety contains egg, milk, soya and wheat, among other ingredients.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn’s own-brand range includes regular egg cakes and a separate gluten-free variety.
- Albert Heijn lists its regular egg cakes in a 360 g pack.
- According to Albert Heijn, its gluten-free variety still contains egg, milk, soya and lactose.
Jumbo
Jumbo’s own-brand range includes regular and wholemeal egg cakes.
- Jumbo lists 3.9 g of fibre per 100 g in its wholemeal variety.
- According to Jumbo, the wholemeal variety contains wheat, barley, oats, egg, milk and soya, among other ingredients.
Heerlijck Banket
This ALDI own brand offers free-range egg cakes in a pack for sharing.
- ALDI Netherlands lists twelve cakes, weighing 360 g per pack.
- If you have dietary requirements or allergies, check the ingredients and allergens on the pack for this variety.
Egg cakes at Joybuy
Related products coming soon.
Frequently asked questions
Can you buy an individually wrapped egg cake on its own?
Not necessarily: ‘individually wrapped’ describes how the cake is packaged, not whether it is sold on its own. Albert Heijn lists ten individually wrapped Bolletje Brosse Eierkoeken in one box; check the sales pack if you only want to buy one cake.
Is a wholemeal egg cake gluten-free?
No, wholemeal does not mean gluten-free. According to Jumbo, its wholemeal egg cakes contain wheat, barley and oats. If you need a gluten-free option, check the label and allergen information on the specific pack.
Which allergens should I check in egg cakes?
Check the current label for the variety you’ve chosen and look for any allergens that matter to you. For example, Albert Heijn says its gluten-free egg cakes still contain egg, milk, soya and lactose. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that allergen information must appear on the label of pre-packed foods.
How should I store egg cakes after opening?
Follow the storage instructions on the pack of your egg cakes. For its regular egg cakes, Albert Heijn advises storing them in a cool, dry place away from light and resealing the pack after use.