Who is this relevant to?

Festival-goers comparing sugar content

You’re looking for an egg cake with demonstrably less sugar, not just a wholemeal or light variety. Compare ‘of which sugars’ per 100 g and check how much sugar is in the portion you’re taking with you.

Campers without a fridge

You want to take a ready-to-eat snack with you. Before setting off, check the best-before date, that the pack is intact and the storage instructions for your egg cakes.

Buying snacks for a group

You’re weighing up the number of cakes in a pack against the convenience of individually wrapped portions. If you’re buying for a group, also check the allergen information and compare the sugar content per serving.

What should you look for when choosing?

Start with the sugar figures for the exact variety you want to buy. The packaging and number of cakes then determine how practical your choice will be at the campsite.

What to consider What to check when buying Who is this important for?
Less sugar Compare ‘of which sugars’ per 100 g and per serving. If the product claims to contain less sugar, check which product it is being compared with. If I want to eat less sugar, I need a comparison between the cakes, not just an appealing product name. Around 45% of consumers prioritise choosing products with demonstrably less sugar.
Taking them with you and storage Check the best-before date, the packaging and the storage instructions, including any advice to protect the cakes from heat. If I’m carrying them in my bag all day, I want the packaging to stay intact and to be able to store the cakes as instructed. Portability and storage are priorities for around 33% of consumers.
Variety and quantity Check the number of cakes, the net weight and the allergen information for the variety you’ve chosen. If I’m buying for other people, I want to know how many cakes I can share out and which variety I’m taking. This is the first consideration for around 22% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming wholemeal, light or crisp means less sugar

    These words don’t tell you how much sugar an egg cake contains. According to Jumbo’s product information, the Bolletje Brosse Eierkoek met melklaagje reviewed contains 42 g of sugars per 100 g.

    Before choosing based on sugar content, compare the nutritional information for the exact variety, both per 100 g and per serving.

  • Assuming individual wrapping indicates nutritional value

    Being able to take a cake individually wrapped or hand it out is convenient, but the packaging tells you nothing about its sugar content or ingredients.

    Assess packaging convenience and nutritional information separately.

  • Confusing the number of cakes with suitability for a group

    A pack containing lots of egg cakes makes sharing them easier, but it doesn’t tell you how much sugar each cake contains or which allergens it includes.

    If you’re buying for other people, check the serving size, nutritional information and allergens on the current pack.

  • Skipping the storage instructions

    Storage advice varies by variety. Jumbo says its standard and wholemeal egg cakes should be stored in a cool, dry, dark place; the Bolletje Brosse Eierkoeken reviewed should be protected from heat.

    Keep the packaging closed and follow the instructions on the pack you’re actually taking with you.

Brands with relevant egg cakes

These brands offer different varieties and pack formats. If you’re choosing based on sugar content, always compare the nutritional information for the exact variety.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists standard AH Eierkoeken and AH Volkoren eierkoeken as separate products.

  • You can choose between a standard and a wholemeal variety.
  • Wholemeal doesn’t guarantee a lower sugar content; Albert Heijn advises checking the packaging, as product information can change.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists standard and wholemeal egg cakes, and recommends storing both varieties in a cool, dry, dark place.

  • The storage advice is useful if you want to keep the pack in a tent or bag.
  • Compare the sugar figures for your chosen standard or wholemeal variety separately.

Bolletje

The Bolletje Brosse Eierkoeken met melklaagje reviewed are individually wrapped.

  • An individually wrapped cake is easy to take with you for a day at a festival.
  • According to Jumbo’s product information, this variety contains 42 g of sugars per 100 g and should be protected from heat. Its packaging doesn’t make it a proven lower-sugar choice.

Heerlijck Banket

ALDI lists Heerlijck Banket scharreleierkoeken in a pack of 12.

  • The number of cakes is useful when planning snacks for a group.
  • Check the nutritional information on the pack before choosing this variety with the aim of eating less sugar.

Lidl

Lidl Netherlands lists egg cakes in a pack of 12.

  • The pack size helps you work out how many cakes you’ll need for a group.
  • The number of cakes tells you nothing about the sugar content per 100 g or per cake; check the label on the pack you choose.

Egg cakes on Joybuy

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Frequently asked questions

Does a wholemeal egg cake automatically contain less sugar?

No. Wholemeal doesn’t indicate a lower sugar content. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 10 g of sugars as a general product value for a 30 g wholemeal egg cake, but notes that this can vary between brands. So check the label of the variety you’re buying.

When does ‘reduced sugar content’ mean something for an egg cake?

The claim is based on a comparison with a similar product. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that a claim about less sugar requires a difference of at least 30%; check the packaging to see what the comparison is based on. A light or wholemeal egg cake doesn’t meet this requirement just because of that characteristic.

How do I compare egg cakes in different pack sizes?

First, compare ‘of which sugars’ per 100 g in the nutrition table. Then check how much sugar is in the portion you’re taking with you: a lower figure per small cake doesn’t necessarily mean a lower sugar content per 100 g.

How should I store egg cakes at a festival campsite?

Follow the instructions on the packaging of your egg cakes. Jumbo says its standard and wholemeal egg cakes should be stored in a cool, dry, dark place; for the Bolletje Brosse Eierkoeken reviewed, Jumbo also advises protecting them from heat. Before setting off, check the best-before date and that the pack is intact.

Should I check allergens when buying egg cakes for a group?

Yes. Check the allergen information on every pack, especially if you’re switching brand or variety. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority stresses that allergens must be clearly listed on labels for prepacked foods; don’t rely on the name of the egg cake alone.