Who benefits from a larger pack?

Cyclists sharing with a group

For a club ride, a family cycle or a coffee stop, it helps to know in advance how many cakes are in the pack, how big they are and when they need to be eaten by.

Cyclists comparing wholemeal varieties

You may want to compare the fibre content of egg cakes, while bearing in mind that a high-fibre snack just before cycling may not suit everyone.

Cyclists checking ingredients

If allergens or other ingredients affect what you can share, check the ingredients list on your chosen pack, along with any warnings about cross-contamination.

What should you look for when choosing?

Start with the number of people who’ll be eating. Then check the size of each cake, when you plan to eat it and the ingredients in the variety you want to take with you.

What to consider What to check when buying Who is this important for?
Portions to share Check the number of cakes, the weight of each one and the best-before date. When I’m packing for a group ride, I want to be able to offer everyone an individual cake. For around 40% of consumers, the number of portions available to share comes first.
When to eat it and portion size Check the weight per portion and consider what you find comfortable to eat shortly before exercise. I want to be able to eat something shortly before setting off without having a large portion. Around 30% of consumers prioritise when they’ll eat it and what they can comfortably digest.
Ingredients and fibre Read the latest ingredients and allergen information; compare fibre per 100 g and per portion. If ingredients or allergens affect my choice, I want to know what’s in the variety I’ve chosen. Around 30% of consumers prioritise the ingredients.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a large pack means a suitable portion

    Twelve cakes can be handy for a group, but that doesn’t tell you how much one cyclist will feel comfortable eating just before setting off. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against having a large portion just before exercise.

    Plan how many cakes the group needs separately from your own portion, and choose something you know you can comfortably digest before or during your ride.

  • Choosing wholemeal without considering when you’ll eat it

    The wholemeal varieties listed contain more fibre than regular AH Eierkoeken. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, eating lots of fibre just before exercise may be less comfortable if it gives you digestive problems.

    Compare fibre on the same basis, such as per 100 g, and consider when you plan to eat the cake.

  • Guessing allergens from the product name

    The name ‘egg cake’ doesn’t tell you what other ingredients or allergens a particular variety contains. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains which allergens must be listed on the labels of prepacked foods.

    Before buying and sharing, read the latest ingredients list, check which allergens are highlighted and look for any cross-contamination warnings.

Comparing brands and own-label options

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists both AH Eierkoeken and AH Eierkoeken volkoren in 360 g packs, with 12 portions of 30 g.

  • The product pages list 1.4 g and 3.5 g of fibre per 100 g respectively, making it easy to compare the two varieties on the same weight basis.
  • Albert Heijn says ingredients, nutritional values and allergen information may change, so check the pack you buy.

Jumbo

According to the product page, Jumbo Eierkoeken Volkoren comes in a 300 g pack containing 10 portions.

  • The nutritional information lists 3.9 g of fibre per 100 g, making it useful for comparing with other wholemeal varieties on a per-100 g basis.
  • With 10 portions, this pack contains fewer individual cakes than the 12-piece packs listed here.

Bolletje

According to the product page, Bolletje Brosse Eierkoeken met Melklaagje is sold as 10 individually wrapped cakes, weighing 155 g in total.

  • The individual wrappers make the cakes easy to hand out or take along separately.
  • This is a light, crisp variety with a milk coating, not the same style of product as a regular egg cake. The product page lists 42 g of sugars and 12 g of fat per 100 g.

Heerlijck Banket bij ALDI

ALDI lists Heerlijck Banket Scharreleierkoeken in a pack of 12, weighing 360 g.

  • Knowing the number of cakes in advance makes it easier to plan how you’ll share them.
  • If ingredients and nutritional information are important to your choice, check them on the pack in store.

Sondey bij Lidl

Lidl lists these egg cakes as a 360 g pack containing 12 cakes; the product page identifies them as an in-store item.

  • With 12 cakes in the pack, you can work out in advance whether one pack will be enough to share.
  • When buying, check the ingredients and nutritional values on the label before comparing this variety with other egg cakes.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I eat a large portion of egg cakes just before cycling?

A large portion just before cycling won’t suit everyone. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises eating a meal around two to three hours before exercise and avoiding a large portion just before you start. If you’re having a snack later, choose a portion you know you can comfortably digest.

Do I need an egg cake for a bike ride of less than an hour?

You don’t necessarily need an egg cake for a ride like that. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, sports bars and gels aren’t needed for less than an hour of exercise. If you like, you can have an egg cake as an everyday snack, alongside plenty of fluids.

Where can I check the allergens in egg cakes?

Check the ingredients and allergens on the latest pack for the specific egg cakes you’re buying. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that 14 allergens must be labelled on prepacked foods. Before sharing the cakes, also read any warnings about cross-contamination.

How should I store an opened large pack?

Follow the storage instructions on the pack you’ve chosen. The product pages for Albert Heijn and Jumbo say to store the cakes in a cool, dry place away from light; Albert Heijn also advises sealing the pack securely after use.