Who are these options relevant to?

Shoppers avoiding gluten

You’re looking for an egg cake with an explicit gluten-free label. Also check the packaging for information about eggs, milk, soya and any other potential allergens.

Shoppers looking for snacks for several occasions

You want to know how many egg cakes are in a pack and how much it weighs, so the contents suit the occasions you’re buying them for.

Shoppers looking for a different grain or flavour

For example, you might compare wholemeal or spelt with a crisp egg cake topped with milk or flavoured with cinnamon. Ingredients and allergens can vary between versions.

What should you look for in egg cakes?

First decide whether you’re looking for an egg cake for everyday snacking or a box of chocolates as a gift. The points below apply to egg cakes; if you’re buying a box of chocolates, check the information on the box itself.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Gluten and allergens If needed, check for an explicit gluten-free label, the ingredients and any warnings about the possible presence of allergens. If I need to avoid gluten, the label on the exact pack I’m buying is what matters. Around 14% of consumers prioritise checking for gluten or other allergens.
Pack contents Compare the number of items, the weight in grams and the storage instructions. If I’m buying snacks for several occasions, I want a pack that suits my plans. Around 36% of consumers prioritise this practical choice of pack.
Nutrition information and grain Check the nutritional values per 100 g and per portion, as well as the ingredients in the version you’ve chosen. If I want to compare portion sizes, sugars or types of grain, I need the information for the specific product. Around 29% of consumers prioritise making this comparison.
Flavour and texture Check the flavour and ingredients of the version, and make sure you read the allergen information. For a treat, I might prefer a crisp egg cake or a cinnamon version to a plain one. Around 21% of consumers prioritise flavour and texture.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming spelt or wholemeal means gluten-free

    The spelt egg cakes described by Jumbo list spelt, oats and gluten among their ingredients. Choosing a different type of grain is no substitute for an explicit gluten-free label.

    If you need to avoid gluten, check the label and allergen information on the pack you’re buying.

  • Treating a flavoured version like a plain egg cake

    Bolletje describes its Brosse Eierkoek Kaneel as having a milk coating; allergens are also listed for this version. A different flavour or coating can make a difference if you’re sharing egg cakes.

    Check the ingredients and allergens for the exact version. Also check availability: according to Bolletje, the cinnamon version isn’t part of its permanent range.

  • Relying only on online product information

    Albert Heijn says that ingredients, nutritional values and allergen information can change. So the details of a product you looked at previously may not match the pack in front of you.

    Use online information to compare options, then read the current label before buying.

Brands compared

Albert Heijn

The own-brand range includes plain egg cakes and versions explicitly labelled gluten-free.

  • For its plain AH Eierkoeken, Albert Heijn provides portion, ingredient, allergen and nutrition information.
  • Albert Heijn says its gluten-free version is made in a completely gluten-free environment, but it still contains eggs, milk and soya. Check the current label.

Jumbo

Jumbo offers egg cakes in different pack sizes and grain varieties.

  • The number of items and weight shown make it easier to compare packs.
  • According to the relevant Jumbo product page, a spelt version previously listed is no longer available in its online range. Check current availability for the version you want.

Bolletje

Bolletje’s range includes a crisp cinnamon egg cake with a milk coating.

  • The product information explains the flavour and texture of this particular version.
  • Bolletje says the cinnamon version is only available at Kruidvat during promotions and isn’t part of its permanent range. Check the allergens for the exact product too.

Gluten Free Bakery Holland

The egg cakes from this brand listed by Jumbo are explicitly described as gluten-free.

  • The product information lists the ingredients, allergens and storage instructions for the two-item pack.
  • According to Jumbo’s product information, this version contains eggs, milk and soya, and may also contain nuts and sesame.

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Frequently asked questions

Are egg cakes automatically gluten-free?

No. The plain AH Eierkoeken and Jumbo spelt egg cakes described here list ingredients containing gluten. If you need to avoid gluten, look for an explicit gluten-free label and read the allergen information on the current packaging.

Can I choose a gluten-free egg cake if I’m allergic to eggs, milk or soya?

Not on the basis of the gluten-free label alone. According to the product information from Albert Heijn and Jumbo, the gluten-free egg cakes described here contain eggs, milk and soya. Check the ingredients and allergen information for the specific pack.

How should I store an opened pack of egg cakes?

Follow the instructions on the packaging for your product. Albert Heijn recommends keeping its plain egg cakes in a cool, dark, dry place in a tightly closed pack. For the gluten-free version described by Jumbo, the instructions say to store it in a closed pack in a cool, dry place.

Where can I find allergen information on pre-packed egg cakes?

Check the ingredients list on the label. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that any allergens which must be declared have to be listed there. Also read any warnings on the pack you’re buying about the possible presence of other allergens.