Who is this choice relevant to?

Organisers of a coffee break

You want to have roughly one egg cake ready for each attendee. Jumbo lists a pack of 10, while Albert Heijn lists 12 portions per pack.

Organisers catering for allergies

You’re serving a group with a range of needs. Before handing them out, check the label on the variety you’ve chosen: the products described by Albert Heijn and Bolletje list ingredients including egg, cereals containing gluten, milk or soya.

Organisers handing out individual portions

You want to set out individual egg cakes or give them to people to take away. Bolletje says its Crisp Egg Cakes with Milk Coating are individually wrapped. They’re a smaller, crisp variety, not a regular egg cake.

What should you look for when choosing?

Decide how many cakes you want to hand out and what size would work best. Then check the pack size, ingredients and label for the exact variety you plan to serve.

What to consider What to look for Who it matters to
Number of cakes Compare expected attendance with the number of cakes per pack; Jumbo lists 10, while Albert Heijn lists 12 portions. If I want to have one cake ready for each attendee, I don’t want to be left with far too many. For around 31% of consumers, getting the right quantity is the top priority.
Allergens Read the allergen information and any warnings about possible cross-contamination on the current label for the variety you’ve chosen. If attendees tell me they have allergies, I want to know what I can and can’t offer them. That’s why allergens come first for around 31% of consumers.
Individually wrapped portions Check whether each cake is wrapped separately and compare the portion size: the Bolletje variety described weighs around 15.5 g per cake. For a meeting where people might take a cake with them, I want to be able to set out individual portions. Around 25% of consumers pay most attention to how easy they are to hand out.
Wholemeal variety Compare the fibre per 100 g of the varieties you’re considering, and check the allergens in wholemeal options too. If I want to offer a wholemeal option, I want to know how it differs from the regular variety. This choice matters most to around 13% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Comparing only the number of cakes

    Ten small crisp egg cakes aren’t the same size as ten regular egg cakes. The Bolletje variety described weighs around 15.5 g per cake; Albert Heijn lists a portion size of 30 g for its regular egg cakes.

    As well as the number of cakes, compare the weight per cake and whether it’s described as regular, mini or crisp.

  • Assuming wholemeal means allergen-free

    Albert Heijn lists ingredients including egg, milk, cereals containing gluten and soya as allergens in its wholemeal egg cakes. So wholemeal doesn’t mean this variety is suitable for everyone.

    Ask about any relevant dietary needs in advance, check the current label and arrange a suitable alternative separately if needed.

  • Relying on out-of-date product information

    Albert Heijn warns that product information can change. This is particularly important if ingredients, nutritional values or allergens affect your choice.

    Use the current product page when planning and check the physical packaging before serving the egg cakes.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists regular and wholemeal egg cakes in 360 g packs, with 12 portions per pack.

  • The listed portion count makes it easy to plan for one cake per attendee.
  • Check the current label for both varieties if allergens are a concern; Albert Heijn notes that product information can change.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists regular and mini egg cakes in packs of 10, as well as a wholemeal product in the category.

  • The choice between regular and mini egg cakes lets you pick the size that suits you.
  • Check the product information for the exact variety: the same number of cakes doesn’t mean they’re the same size.

Bolletje

Bolletje Crisp Egg Cakes with Milk Coating are available in the described pack of 10, weighing 155 g in total; the cakes are individually wrapped.

  • The individual wrapping is useful when you want to hand out cakes separately.
  • The milk coating and smaller size make these different from a regular egg cake. Check the listed allergens, including milk, soya, wheat and egg.

Heerlijck Banket bij ALDI

ALDI Netherlands lists Heerlijck Banket free-range egg cakes in a pack of 12, weighing 360 g.

  • A pack of 12 gives you a clear starting point if you’re planning one cake per attendee.
  • Check your local range and read the label on the pack you buy.

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Frequently asked questions

How many egg cakes should I buy for a work meeting?

Start with the expected number of attendees who’ll have a cake, then compare that with the number in each pack. Jumbo lists a pack of 10, while Albert Heijn lists a pack with 12 portions. Only buy extra if you deliberately want a buffer or a second round.

What if attendees have a food allergy?

Check the allergen information for the exact variety you’re serving. The Albert Heijn and Bolletje egg cakes described list ingredients including egg, cereals containing gluten, milk or soya. Ask about any relevant needs in advance and offer a suitable alternative if necessary.

Are wholemeal egg cakes gluten-free?

The Albert Heijn wholemeal egg cakes described aren’t gluten-free: the product lists wholemeal wheat flour and cereals containing gluten. If an attendee needs to eat gluten-free, don’t rely on the word ‘wholemeal’. Check the description and current label of a suitable product instead.

How should I store egg cakes from an opened multipack?

Follow the storage instructions on the pack you’ve chosen. For the egg cakes described, Albert Heijn recommends storing them in a cool, dry, dark place and closing the pack securely after use. The Bolletje variety described should also be protected from heat.