Who is this choice relevant to?

Buffet organisers who want to plan portions

If egg cakes are served alongside other sweet treats, you’ll want to know how many individual cakes you can put out. Albert Heijn, Jumbo, ALDI and Lidl list packs containing 10 or 12 cakes or portions.

Families comparing wholemeal options

You’ll want to look beyond the number of cakes and check the ingredients and nutritional values too. Compare fibre and sugars per 100 g on the packs of the regular and wholemeal varieties; the values apply to the specific product.

Hosts for whom allergens are a priority

If a guest needs to avoid certain ingredients, allergen information matters more than choosing a larger pack. The regular and wholemeal varieties described list ingredients including egg, milk, soya and cereals containing gluten; check the pack you buy.

What should you look for when choosing?

Start by working out how many individual egg cakes you want to serve. Then consider the ingredients for your guests and check that the pack you choose will be available in time.

What to consider What to check when buying Who is it most important for?
Number of portions Count the stated number of cakes or portions, and decide whether egg cakes will be one of several sweet options. If lots of guests will take cakes from the same platter, I want to put out enough individual egg cakes without having to open a second pack straight away. Portion planning is the top priority for around 33% of consumers.
Wholemeal and nutritional value Compare fibre and sugars per 100 g on the label of the exact variety. When choosing between regular and wholemeal egg cakes, I want to take the ingredients into account, not just the number of cakes. Around 27% of consumers give this comparison top priority.
Allergens Read the ingredients and allergen information on every pack, including wholemeal varieties. If a guest needs to avoid certain ingredients, I want to know which pack I can serve before choosing one. This is the main concern for around 20% of consumers.
Availability Check where the product is sold, local stock and the best-before date on the pack. If I’m shopping shortly before Boxing Day, I don’t want to rely on a variety that’s only available in-store or for a limited time. Timely availability matters most to around 20% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Going by pack weight alone

    For a buffet, the number of individual egg cakes is often more useful: Jumbo lists a standard pack of 10 cakes weighing 300 g, while Albert Heijn lists 12 portions in a 360 g pack.

    Plan how many cakes to put out, and use the weight as an additional point of comparison.

  • Assuming wholemeal means allergen-free or low in sugar

    The wholemeal varieties described by Albert Heijn and Jumbo contain ingredients including egg, milk, soya and cereals containing gluten. The term ‘wholemeal’ alone also tells you nothing about the amount of sugar.

    Compare the nutritional values and allergen information separately on the current packaging.

  • Relying on a speciality variety as the main buffet option

    Lidl says the egg cakes described are available in-store only. Bolletje describes its Brosse Eierkoek Kaneel as a special-offer product that isn’t part of its regular range.

    Check where it’s sold and whether it’s in stock before adding the variety to your buffet plans.

    You may need to make an extra trip if your chosen variety isn’t available locally.

Brands compared

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists 360 g packs containing 12 portions for both its regular and wholemeal egg cakes.

  • The product information includes ingredients, allergens and nutritional values, making it easier to compare the two varieties.
  • The varieties described contain ingredients including egg, milk, soya and cereals containing gluten; check the current packaging.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists a standard pack of 10 egg cakes weighing 300 g, as well as a 300 g wholemeal variety.

  • The range lets you consider a regular and a wholemeal variety separately.
  • Not every pack in the egg cake range is a large pack; check the number of cakes in each product.

Heerlijck Banket bij ALDI

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

  • The stated number of cakes makes it easy to plan portions for a buffet.
  • Check the pack you actually buy for its ingredients and allergen information.

Sondey bij Lidl

Lidl lists Sondey Eierkoeken in a pack of 12, weighing 360 g.

  • The number of individual cakes is useful when planning your buffet platter.
  • Lidl says they’re available in-store only; check the allergens on the pack too.

Bolletje

Bolletje describes Brosse Eierkoek Kaneel as a crisp, cinnamon-flavoured variety with a layer of milk.

  • This variety offers a different flavour and texture alongside regular egg cakes.
  • According to Bolletje, this variety isn’t part of its regular range. Check the pack for ingredients and allergens.

Related products on Joybuy

When choosing egg cakes for your buffet, compare pack sizes, ingredients and allergen information, and check product availability before you buy.

Frequently asked questions

How many egg cakes should I buy for a Boxing Day buffet?

First, work out how many guests you’re expecting and whether egg cakes will be the only sweet option. Packs of 10 or 12 cakes or portions are available to help you plan; whether you need more than one pack depends on your buffet.

Is wholemeal automatically the better choice for a buffet?

No. Choosing between regular and wholemeal egg cakes also depends on taste, portion numbers and which ingredients your guests can eat. Compare fibre and sugars in the nutritional information for the specific products, and don’t assume that the term ‘wholemeal’ means anything else about them.

What should I check when buying egg cakes for guests with an allergy?

Check the ingredients and allergen information on every pack before serving the egg cakes. The regular and wholemeal varieties described list several allergens, including egg, milk, soya and cereals containing gluten; don’t rely on the product name alone.

How should I store the egg cakes until the buffet?

Follow the storage advice and best-before date on the pack you buy. The product information described by Albert Heijn and Jumbo says to store the cakes in a cool, dry place; Albert Heijn also recommends sealing the pack securely after use.

Can I order the Lidl and ALDI packs described online?

Don’t assume you’ll be able to order these packs online. Lidl says the egg cakes described are available in-store only, while the ALDI product page directs customers to an ALDI store. Check your local range and stock before planning your shop.