Organisers planning portions for each break
Once you know how many people are attending, a pack with a stated number of cakes makes it easier to work out how many you need. Jumbo lists a pack containing 10 standard egg cakes, among other options.
Who are these options relevant to?
Organisers setting up a self-service break
Mini egg cakes are a different size from standard ones, making them an option if you want to offer smaller portions. Check separately how the cakes are wrapped and how you want to present them.
Caterers handling allergen requests
You need up-to-date ingredients and allergen information for every variety you offer. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says allergen information must also be available when products are offered unpackaged. Bolletje lists egg, cereals containing gluten, milk, wheat and soya among the allergens in its Brosse Eierkoek.
What should you look for when buying?
First, decide how many portions you want to offer at each break and whether standard or mini cakes are right for you. Then check how they will be served and what dietary requirements attendees have before choosing a variety.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it's important for |
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| Portion size and serving | Check the number and size of the cakes in each pack. If you want to hand them out individually, check the packaging to see whether each cake is wrapped separately. | I want to plan a portion for each attendee without having to guess from the packaging at a self-service station; around 40% of consumers prioritise portion size and serving. |
| Allergens and dietary requirements | Check the current ingredients and allergen information for each variety. Only look at a separate gluten-free option if attendees ask for one. | If attendees tell me about their dietary requirements, I want to be able to say which information applies to which egg cake; for around 30% of consumers, this is the main consideration. |
| Pack size and planning | Compare the number of cakes in each pack with the portions you expect to need, plus any spares. Jumbo lists 10 cakes in a standard pack; ALDI lists 12 Heerlijck Banket Scharreleierkoeken. | For a larger event, I want to buy enough cakes without confusing pack size with portion size; pack planning is the top priority for around 30% of consumers. |
Common mistakes when buying egg cakes
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Assuming a multipack contains individually wrapped cakes
A stated number tells you how many egg cakes are in the pack, not how each one is wrapped inside. That difference affects how you can present them at a self-service station.
Check the inner packaging before you buy if you need individually wrapped portions. Only describe them as individually wrapped if the packaging confirms this.
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Assuming wholemeal means low in sugar
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 10 g of sugars and 1.1 g of fibre in an average 30 g wholemeal egg cake. So the term ‘wholemeal’ alone doesn't tell you how much sugar the egg cake you choose contains.
Read the product's nutritional information and compare sugars, fibre and energy on the same basis, such as per 100 g or per portion.
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Assuming a gluten-free option meets every allergen requirement
A gluten-free label doesn't tell you whether a product contains other ingredients or allergens. For example, Bolletje lists egg, milk and soya in its Brosse Eierkoek; you still need to check each product individually.
Ask about requirements in advance, read the current label for each variety and make sure attendees can access the relevant allergen information.
Brands and ranges to consider
Bolletje
Bolletje offers a Brosse Eierkoek and a cinnamon variety for anyone looking specifically for these options.
- Bolletje states that its Brosse Eierkoek is made with free-range eggs.
- Bolletje says its Brosse Eierkoeken contain egg, cereals containing gluten, milk, wheat and soya, among other ingredients. Check the current warnings on the packaging too.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists standard egg cakes, mini egg cakes and a wholemeal variety.
- The listed packs of 10 standard egg cakes and 10 mini egg cakes give you a choice of sizes.
- Check the actual packaging if you want to hand out each egg cake individually.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists its own spelt egg cakes in a pack of 3 and also sells Maître Mathis Eierkoeken glutenvrij as a separate branded product.
- You can look at a spelt variety and a separate product labelled gluten-free if you know about these requirements in advance.
- Albert Heijn advises checking the packaging, as ingredients, nutritional information and allergen information can change.
Heerlijck Banket bij ALDI
ALDI lists Heerlijck Banket Scharreleierkoeken in a pack of 12, weighing 360 g.
- The stated number of cakes helps you plan standard portions.
- Check the ingredients, allergens and inner packaging of the pack you buy.
Lidl
On 5 October 2026, Lidl listed a pack of 12 egg cakes.
- A stated pack size of 12 can help with portion planning.
- Check the current packaging and product information for your conference before ordering.
Egg cakes at Joybuy
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Frequently asked questions
What allergen information do I need when serving egg cakes unpackaged?
Allergen information must be available even when products are offered unpackaged. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says you must provide this information to consumers in another way, so keep the current product information for each variety to hand.
Are standard egg cakes suitable for attendees with food allergies?
You can only assess this for each product and each attendee by checking the current allergen information. Bolletje lists egg, cereals containing gluten, milk, wheat and soya in its Brosse Eierkoek; other egg cakes may have a different composition.
Is a wholemeal egg cake automatically low in sugar?
No, the term ‘wholemeal’ doesn't tell you that. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 10 g of sugars and 1.1 g of fibre in an average 30 g wholemeal egg cake; check the nutritional information for the specific product before buying.
How should I store egg cakes before the conference?
Follow the storage instructions and use-by date on the packaging you buy. Jumbo says to store its egg cakes in a cool, dry and dark place, and refers customers to the packaging for the best-before date.