Someone who wants to take breakfast with them
You’re looking for something you can take with you without any preparation, but you also want to compare fibre content and think about what to eat alongside your egg cake.
Who are egg cakes a practical breakfast choice for?
Label reader with allergies or dietary requirements
You check the ingredients, allergens and any ‘may contain’ statements. Even an egg cake labelled gluten-free may contain other allergens.
Someone who chooses breakfast by size and texture
You want to decide in advance how many to take with you, and choose between a soft egg cake and a mini or crisp variety.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start by checking the nutritional information and ingredients for the specific egg cake. Then see whether the pack size and texture suit the way you have breakfast on the go.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Fibre and what you eat with it | Compare fibre and sugars per 100 g and check the portion size. Think about what you’ll eat alongside the egg cake. | If I take an egg cake for breakfast, I want to know how much fibre it contains and make sure I don’t stop at one cake. This is a priority for around 36% of consumers. |
| Portion size and texture | Check the number of cakes and the weight per portion; choose between soft and crisp. | When I’m out and about, I want to be able to take an amount that suits when I plan to eat it. Around 29% of consumers prioritise this convenience. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the current ingredients list, allergen information and any ‘may contain’ statement, including for gluten-free varieties. | If I need to avoid certain ingredients, I want to be able to check the packaging for allergens and traces that are relevant to me. This is a priority for around 21% of consumers. |
| Packaging and availability | Compare the weight and number of cakes per pack, and check where you can buy your chosen variety. | I want to be able to buy a pack with the right number of cakes on my usual shopping route. Availability is the first consideration for around 14% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming ‘wholemeal’ means it’s a complete breakfast
A wholemeal egg cake isn’t automatically the same as the breakfast combination recommended by the Voedingscentrum, which includes wholegrain products and fruit.
Think of the egg cake as one part of your breakfast, and choose carefully what to take with it.
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Relying on the product name alone when you have dietary requirements
A gluten-free label doesn’t tell you whether the product contains other allergens. For example, AH lists egg, milk and soya in its Gluten-free Egg Cakes.
Check the current label before buying, including the ingredients and any ‘may contain’ statements.
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Assuming mini or flavoured varieties are the same as classic egg cakes
A smaller size changes the portion, and a crisp variety may also contain different ingredients. For example, Bolletje describes its crisp cinnamon variety as having a milk coating.
Compare the nutritional information per 100 g and decide how many cakes to take for one eating occasion.
Brands and supermarket ranges to consider
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn offers wholemeal and gluten-free-labelled egg cakes, among other varieties.
- AH Wholemeal Egg Cakes list 3.5 g of fibre and 31 g of sugars per 100 g.
- According to the product information, AH Gluten-free Egg Cakes contain egg, milk and soya. Check the current packaging for both varieties.
Jumbo
Jumbo offers several egg cake varieties, including a wholemeal option.
- Jumbo Wholemeal Egg Cakes list 3.9 g of fibre and 33.6 g of sugars per 100 g.
- For this wholemeal variety, Jumbo lists allergens including barley, egg, milk, oats, soya and wheat. Read the label on the pack you choose.
Heerlijck Banket bij ALDI
The Free-range Egg Cakes are listed as a pack of twelve, weighing 360 g.
- The number of cakes and total weight make it easier to compare pack sizes.
- Check the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information on the pack you buy.
Sondey bij Lidl
The listed egg cakes are sold in a pack of twelve, weighing 360 g.
- The stated number of cakes makes it easy to assess the pack size.
- Lidl lists these as available in store; check the current packaging and product information there.
Bolletje
Bolletje describes a crisp cinnamon egg cake as an option for anyone choosing by texture and flavour.
- According to Bolletje, the cinnamon variety has a milk coating and a dusting of cinnamon.
- Check the availability and current label for this specific variety.
Egg cakes on Joybuy
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Frequently asked questions
Is one egg cake enough for a quick breakfast?
If you want to follow the breakfast recommendations from the Voedingscentrum, don’t take just an egg cake. The Voedingscentrum recommends wholegrain products, fruit and dairy or a fortified alternative, among other options. Choose what you’d like to have alongside your breakfast.
How do I compare the fibre in egg cakes?
Compare the fibre content per 100 g, and also consider how much you eat at a time. AH lists 3.5 g of fibre per 100 g for its Wholemeal Egg Cakes, while Jumbo lists 3.9 g per 100 g for its Wholemeal Egg Cakes. These figures apply to these specific products.
Are gluten-free egg cakes also free from other allergens?
No. A gluten-free label doesn’t mean an egg cake is free from all other allergens. AH lists egg, milk and soya in its Gluten-free Egg Cakes; also read the ingredients and any trace warning on the current packaging.
Do I need to check the label every time if I have an allergy?
Yes, check the packaging of the variety you’re buying. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that allergens must be listed on the labels of prepacked foods. Also check for any ‘may contain’ statements.
How should I store egg cakes I want to take with me?
Follow the storage instructions on the pack of egg cakes you buy. Albert Heijn and Jumbo advise storing their wholemeal varieties in a cool, dry and dark place. Albert Heijn also recommends resealing the pack carefully after use.