Which pack is right for you?

Families filling the biscuit tin

If several people will be eating the egg cakes, the number of cakes and the total weight matter more than the count alone. Jumbo, Albert Heijn and ALDI list standard packs containing 10 or 12 cakes or portions.

Shoppers looking for a wholemeal option

If you specifically want wholemeal flour, you can compare Albert Heijn’s standard and wholemeal egg cakes by their ingredients, fibre and sugars per 100 g. Check the allergens for your chosen option, too.

Hosts serving individual portions

An individually wrapped product can be a good choice for handing out treats. Bolletje Soft Egg Cakes with a Milk Coating are individually wrapped, but the 10-pack weighs 155 g in total.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether the egg cakes will go into a shared tin or be handed out individually. Then compare the pack size, nutritional information and packaging of the options that suit your needs.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Pack contents Compare the number of cakes or portions and the total weight; the same number of cakes doesn’t necessarily mean the same weight. If several people will be sharing the biscuit tin, I want to know how much is actually in the pack. Around 37% of consumers put having enough in stock first.
Ingredients and nutritional value Check the type of flour and compare fibre and sugars per 100 g on the packaging. If I choose wholemeal, I also want to see how that option compares for fibre and sugars. Around 27% of consumers put this comparison first.
Allergens Read the allergens and warnings on the packaging of the exact option, even just before serving. If guests need to avoid certain ingredients, I need to know first whether I can serve the egg cakes. Around 18% of consumers give this check top priority.
Sharing and storage Check whether the cakes are individually wrapped and follow the storage instructions on the label. For individual treats or a tin that will be open for longer, I focus on the packaging and storage. Around 18% of consumers put convenience first.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming 10 cakes always means the same amount

    According to Jumbo’s product information, 10 standard Jumbo egg cakes weigh 300 g, while 10 Bolletje Soft Egg Cakes with a Milk Coating weigh 155 g altogether.

    For your Christmas biscuit tin, compare both the number of cakes and the total weight.

  • Assuming wholemeal means less sugar

    Albert Heijn lists 31 g of sugars per 100 g for both its standard and wholemeal egg cakes. The stated fibre content does differ.

    Compare the nutritional information per 100 g for the specific options rather than relying on the name on the packaging.

  • Checking allergens only after buying

    The Jumbo and Albert Heijn products reviewed list ingredients including egg, milk, cereals containing gluten and soya. For the Bolletje option reviewed, warnings about the possible presence of nuts and sesame are also relevant.

    Read the label on the pack you buy and check it again before serving the egg cakes to guests.

  • Assuming a product will be in stock on a particular day at Christmas

    A product being part of a retailer’s range doesn’t mean it will be available in your shop or delivery area on the day you do your Christmas shopping.

    Check local availability shortly before buying, and look at the best-before date on the pack you choose.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

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

  • As both packs reviewed have the same total weight, you can compare their ingredients, fibre and sugars per 100 g side by side.
  • Albert Heijn notes that product information may change, so check the packaging when you buy.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists a standard pack of 10 egg cakes weighing 300 g, as well as other egg cake options in its range.

  • The standard pack lists both the number of cakes and the total weight, making it easy to compare with other pack sizes.
  • Check which options are available at the store or in the delivery area where you plan to shop.

Heerlijck Banket

ALDI lists Heerlijck Banket Free-Range Egg Cakes in a pack of 12, weighing 360 g.

  • The stated number of cakes and weight make it easy to compare with other larger packs.
  • Check the ingredients and allergens on the packaging in store before choosing the pack for your guests.

Bolletje

Bolletje Soft Egg Cakes with a Milk Coating are individually wrapped: the 10 cakes weigh 155 g altogether.

  • The individual wrappers make it easy to serve or take the cakes with you one at a time.
  • The total weight is lower than that of the standard packs mentioned here. Check the allergens and, according to the product information, protect this option from heat.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I compare packs for a Christmas biscuit tin?

Compare the number of cakes or portions as well as the total weight. Jumbo lists 10 standard egg cakes weighing 300 g altogether, Albert Heijn lists 12 portions weighing 360 g altogether, and ALDI lists 12 cakes weighing 360 g altogether. The 10 Bolletje Soft Egg Cakes with a Milk Coating weigh 155 g altogether, so they aren’t an equivalent amount.

Do wholemeal egg cakes contain less sugar?

Not in the comparison of the two Albert Heijn products reviewed: both the standard and wholemeal options list 31 g of sugars per 100 g. Albert Heijn lists 3.5 g of fibre per 100 g for the wholemeal option and 1.4 g per 100 g for the standard option.

Which allergens should I check if guests will be eating them?

Read the allergens on the packaging of the exact egg cakes you plan to serve. The standard Jumbo and Albert Heijn products reviewed list ingredients including egg, milk, cereals containing gluten and soya. For the Bolletje option reviewed, warnings about the possible presence of nuts and sesame are also important.

How should I store egg cakes until my Christmas guests arrive?

Follow the instructions on the pack you choose and check the best-before date. For the standard and wholemeal egg cakes reviewed, Albert Heijn advises storing them in a cool, dry place away from light and closing the packaging tightly after use. The Bolletje option reviewed should also be protected from heat, according to the product information.

What does the best-before date mean on a pack of egg cakes?

It indicates the date until which the product is expected to remain at its best, as explained by the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority. Check the pack you buy for the specific date and storage instructions.