Who is this choice relevant to?

Families with a 24-door calendar

You want to know in advance how many packs you’ll need to put one treat behind each door, and how many cakes might be left over.

Shoppers looking for a particular type of egg cake

You’re choosing more than just the number in the pack. You might also be deciding between classic, mini or wholemeal egg cakes, or a crisp variety with a milk coating.

Households that need to check allergens

Before filling the calendar, you’ll want to check the ingredients and allergens listed on the packaging of each variety you choose.

What should you look for when choosing?

For 24 doors with one cake behind each, first check how many cakes are in a pack. Then compare the varieties and read the label on your chosen pack before filling the calendar.

What to consider What should you check? Who does this matter to?
Number of cakes Count the cakes in each pack rather than looking only at the total weight. Two packs of 12 give you 24 cakes; three packs of 10 give you 30. I want to fill every door without having lots of cakes left over. Around 50% of consumers prioritise getting the right number of cakes.
Variety and size Compare the product description and the number of cakes or servings: classic, mini, wholemeal and crisp egg cakes with a milk coating are all different options. If the people receiving them prefer a particular variety, I’d rather choose that than a pack size that works out exactly. Around 30% of consumers prioritise their preferred variety.
Labelling and storage Check the allergens, best-before date and storage instructions on the pack you plan to use. When several family members are eating from the same calendar, I want to check before filling it that each cake is suitable for the person it’s intended for. Checking labels and allergens is the top priority for around 20% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming one family pack will be enough

    For 24 doors, one pack of 10 or 12 won’t be enough if you want to put one egg cake behind each door.

    Count the doors first, then check how many cakes are in each pack.

    With three packs of 10, you’ll have six cakes left over.

  • Assuming all egg cakes are the same

    A classic egg cake, a mini egg cake and a crisp egg cake with a milk coating aren’t necessarily interchangeable for everyone using the calendar.

    Check the exact variety, and read the ingredients and allergens on every pack you use.

  • Relying only on the online product description

    Albert Heijn notes that product information can change. If you’re filling a calendar in advance, the best-before date and storage instructions matter too.

    Read the label on the pack you’ve bought before distributing the cakes.

  • Treating ‘wholemeal’ as allergen information

    For its wholemeal egg cakes, Jumbo lists ingredients including barley, egg, gluten, milk, oats, soya and wheat. The name of the variety is no substitute for checking the allergen list.

    If an allergy or intolerance is relevant, check the current information on the exact pack.

Brands to consider

AH

Albert Heijn lists AH Egg Cakes in a 360 g pack with 12 servings. If you need one cake for each Advent calendar door, check how many individual cakes are in the pack.

  • The product information includes serving size, ingredients, allergens and storage advice.
  • Albert Heijn says product information can change, so be sure to check the pack you buy too.

Jumbo

Jumbo offers classic egg cakes in packs of 10, mini egg cakes in packs of 10, and a wholemeal variety in a 300 g pack.

  • You can choose the type you want before working out how many packs you need.
  • For its wholemeal variety, Jumbo lists ingredients including barley, egg, gluten, milk, oats, soya and wheat. Check the pack if allergens are a concern for your household.

HEERLIJCK BANKET (ALDI)

ALDI lists HEERLIJCK BANKET Free-Range Egg Cakes in packs of 12. Two packs give you 24 cakes for 24 doors.

  • The number of cakes per pack makes it easy to work out how many you’ll need.
  • Check the pack you choose and the current range in store.

Sondey (Lidl)

Lidl lists these egg cakes in a 360 g pack containing 12 cakes. Two packs therefore give you 24 cakes.

  • The pack size is just right for putting one cake behind each of the 24 doors.
  • Lidl says this product is available in store only. Check the ingredients and allergens on the label there.

Bolletje

Bolletje Crisp Egg Cake with Milk is a crisp variety with a milk coating. The listed pack contains 10 individually wrapped cakes, weighing 155 g in total.

  • The individual wrappers make it easy to portion out a cake for each calendar day.
  • Three packs give you 30 cakes for 24 doors. Check the allergens for this variety on the pack too.

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Frequently asked questions

How many packs of egg cakes do I need for 24 doors?

For one egg cake per door, you’ll need two packs of 12 or three packs of 10. In the second case, you’ll have six cakes left over. Check the number of cakes on the pack you choose: a label stating 12 servings doesn’t necessarily tell you how many individual cakes it contains.

What should I look out for if someone has an allergy?

Check the allergens for the exact variety before filling the calendar. For its wholemeal egg cakes, Jumbo lists ingredients including barley, egg, gluten, milk, oats, soya and wheat. Check the current packaging for every variety you use, and don’t rely on the product name alone.

How should I store egg cakes during Advent?

Follow the storage instructions and best-before date on the pack you buy. The AH egg cakes mentioned should be stored in a cool, dark place, and the pack should be sealed carefully after opening. Jumbo also advises storing its wholemeal variety in a cool, dark place.

Which label details are useful when filling the calendar?

Check the ingredients, listed allergens, best-before date and any storage instructions for the egg cakes you’ve chosen. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority highlights the importance of clear information about allergens and the contents of prepacked foods. Check these details on the pack before distributing the cakes among the doors.