Who is this guide for?

Families decorating egg cakes together

If several children are getting involved at the same time, the number of cakes, the net weight and the size of each one matter more than the words ‘family pack’ alone.

Parents who want to portion them out

If each child is to have a smaller cake of their own, you can compare mini egg cakes with individually wrapped options. Also consider the shape and texture needed for the activity.

Shoppers with dietary requirements in the family

If someone has an allergy or other dietary requirement, the information on the exact pack is what matters. A wholemeal egg cake is not automatically suitable for someone with an allergy.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide how many egg cakes the children need and what size they should be. Then check that the ingredients are suitable for everyone who will be eating them.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Enough cakes of a similar size Compare the number of cakes or portions with the net weight. The standard packs listed contain 10 cakes and weigh 300 g at Jumbo, or contain 12 portions and weigh 360 g at Albert Heijn. I want every child to have a similar egg cake to decorate, without running short halfway through. For around 33% of consumers, having enough cakes of a similar size would be the main priority.
A portion for each child Compare the portion size and product type: Jumbo Mini Egg Cakes list 25 g per portion, while Bolletje also sells individually wrapped crispy egg cakes with a milk coating. If each child is getting a smaller cake of their own, easy portioning matters more to me than having a large base for toppings. This would be the main need for around 25% of consumers.
Ingredients and allergens Read the current ingredients and allergen information, including any warnings about cross-contamination. Don’t rely on words such as ‘wholemeal’ or ‘gluten-free’ alone. If a child has a dietary requirement, I need to know whether this particular pack is suitable before we start decorating. Around 42% of consumers would put this check first.

Common mistakes

  • Looking only at the number of cakes

    Ten standard Jumbo egg cakes weigh 300 g in total, while ten Jumbo Mini Egg Cakes weigh 250 g. The same number of cakes does not necessarily mean the same quantity or the same size per cake.

    Compare the number of cakes, net weight and portion size before deciding how many packs you need.

  • Confusing wholemeal with gluten-free

    Jumbo lists wheat, oats, barley, egg, milk and soya among the allergens in its wholemeal egg cakes. ‘Wholemeal’ says nothing about whether a product is suitable for someone with an allergy.

    If you need a gluten-free option, check the wording on the exact pack and read the rest of the allergen information too.

  • Assuming every egg cake makes the same decorating base

    Bolletje Brosse Eierkoeken met Melklaagje are crispy and already have a coating, so they make a different base from a standard soft egg cake.

    Choose the type of product that suits what the children are making: a large, soft base, a smaller portion or a cake that already has a coating.

  • Relying only on online information about allergies

    Albert Heijn warns that product information can change. An earlier online listing is therefore no substitute for checking the pack you are using.

    Before serving, read the ingredients, allergens and any cross-contamination warnings on that pack.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists standard and wholemeal egg cakes, each weighing 360 g and containing 12 portions.

  • The listed weight and number of portions make it easy to plan for several children.
  • Check the current pack for ingredients and allergens, as this information can change.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists standard egg cakes in packs of 10 weighing 300 g, mini egg cakes in packs of 10 weighing 250 g, and a 300 g wholemeal option.

  • The different types give you a choice between larger bases and smaller portions.
  • The wholemeal option reviewed lists several allergens; check the information on each pack.

Bolletje

The Bolletje Brosse Eierkoeken met Melklaagje reviewed are individually wrapped and have a different texture from standard soft egg cakes.

  • Individual wrapping can be handy when you want to hand out the cakes separately.
  • Crispy cakes with a milk coating are not the same base as standard egg cakes for every recipe; check the allergen information too.

Gluten Free Bakery Holland

Jumbo lists this brand’s egg cakes in a pack of 2 weighing 100 g.

  • The product listing offers an option specifically labelled gluten-free, which you can check against the pack.
  • Two cakes do not make a comparable family-sized pack to the options listed with 10 cakes or 12 portions; check the exact ingredients and allergens.

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Frequently asked questions

What’s a good pack of egg cakes for decorating with children?

A good pack has enough cakes of the right size for all the children; the words ‘family pack’ alone don’t tell you much. Albert Heijn lists standard egg cakes at 360 g and 12 portions, while Jumbo lists standard egg cakes in packs of 10 weighing 300 g and mini egg cakes in packs of 10 weighing 250 g.

Are wholemeal egg cakes suitable for someone with an allergy?

You can’t tell from the word ‘wholemeal’: the Jumbo option reviewed lists wheat, oats, barley, egg, milk and soya among its allergens. Check the current pack for any allergens that are relevant to the child.

How should I store an opened pack of egg cakes?

Follow the storage instructions on the pack and seal it well after use. Albert Heijn and Jumbo’s product information says to store the cakes in a cool, dry place away from light. Also check the best-before date on the pack.

Is online ingredients information enough when baking with children?

Use online information to help you choose, but check the pack you have before using the product. Albert Heijn says that ingredients, nutrition and allergen information can change. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains what allergen information must appear on the labels of prepacked foods.