Which option suits you?

If you’re mainly comparing fibre

You’re looking for an egg cake with more fibre. Sugars per portion and allergens are separate details to check on the packaging.

If you want a clearly defined portion

For a short coffee break, you’ll want to know in advance how large one cake is. The weight per cake helps you compare portions across different products.

If texture is your priority

You might prefer a classic soft egg cake or a crisp, coated option. If you choose the latter, it’s also worth comparing sugars and saturated fat.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether fibre, portion size or texture matters most to you with your morning coffee. Then compare the nutritional values on a like-for-like basis: per 100 g and per cake or stated portion.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Fibre Compare fibre and sugars per 100 g and per portion. Jumbo lists 3,9 g of fibre per 100 g and 10,1 g of sugars per 30 g portion for its wholemeal egg cakes. If I’m looking for more fibre specifically in an egg cake, I don’t want to rely on the product name alone. Around 33% of consumers prioritise comparing fibre.
Portion size Check the weight and nutritional values per cake. Albert Heijn lists AH Eierkoeken at 30 g and 94 kcal per cake; the Brabantse variety has a stated portion size of 55 g. For a short break, I want to know how much one cake represents, even if two packs contain the same number of cakes. A clear portion size is the main priority for around 25% of consumers.
Soft texture As well as checking the type of egg cake, look at the ingredients, sugars and fibre on the label. A soft texture says nothing about any ‘digestive’ effect. I mainly want a classic, soft cake with my coffee, and assess the nutritional information separately from that preference. A soft texture is the top priority for around 25% of consumers.
Crisp treat For a coated variety, compare sugars and saturated fat per 100 g, and check the weight of one cake. Bolletje Brosse Eierkoek Kaneel, as listed by Jumbo, contains 50 g of sugars and 11 g of saturated fat per 100 g. For me, a crisp bite matters more than the familiar soft texture, but I still want to know what the label says per cake. Around 17% of consumers prioritise a crisp treat.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming more fibre means less sugar

    The wholemeal egg cakes listed by Jumbo contain 3,9 g of fibre and 33,6 g of sugars per 100 g. The crisp Bolletje variety listed by Jumbo contains 8 g of fibre and 50 g of sugars per 100 g.

    Compare fibre, sugars and, if relevant, saturated fat side by side. Start with the figures per 100 g, then check them against the amount you’ll actually eat.

  • Comparing only the number of cakes in a pack

    One cake doesn’t always represent the same portion: Albert Heijn lists a classic AH Eierkoek at 30 g and a portion of 55 g for the Brabantse variety.

    Check the weight per cake before comparing the nutritional values for a coffee break.

  • Skipping the allergen label

    The egg cakes described contain ingredients such as egg, milk, soya or cereals containing gluten; the allergens vary by product. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergen information must appear on the label of pre-packed products.

    Read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack of the variety you’re buying, even if you’re already familiar with a similar egg cake.

  • Counting on a specific flavour variety being available

    In its product information for Bolletje Brosse Eierkoek Kaneel, Jumbo stated that it was no longer part of its online range.

    Check the current range before choosing that particular crisp variety for your coffee break.

Brands and product ranges compared

Jumbo

Jumbo lists both classic and wholemeal egg cakes. Its product information makes it possible to compare fibre, sugars and portion sizes.

  • Jumbo Volkoren Eierkoeken list 3,9 g of fibre per 100 g and a portion size of 30 g.
  • The wholemeal variety also lists 33,6 g of sugars per 100 g; for classic Jumbo Eierkoeken, the stated portion of 75 g contains 22,1 g of sugars.

Albert Heijn

The AH Eierkoeken and AH Brabantse Eierkoeken described here differ mainly in their stated portion sizes.

  • Albert Heijn lists a classic AH Eierkoek at 30 g and 94 kcal per cake.
  • The Brabantse variety has a stated portion size of 55 g. Compare the nutritional values per cake rather than treating the two varieties as equal portions.

Bolletje

Bolletje Brosse Eierkoek Kaneel is a crisp, coated variety for anyone looking for a different texture from a soft egg cake.

  • The nutritional information listed by Jumbo gives 8 g of fibre per 100 g.
  • The same information lists 50 g of sugars and 11 g of saturated fat per 100 g. Also check whether this specific variety is currently available.

ALDI / Heerlijck Banket

ALDI Netherlands describes a pack of 12 free-range egg cakes from Heerlijck Banket.

  • The number of cakes in the pack is clearly stated.
  • To compare them with other egg cakes, check the portion size, nutritional values, ingredients and allergens on the current packaging.

Verkade

According to Verkade, Oaties are gluten-free oat biscuits, not egg cakes. They’re only relevant if you’re also considering a different type of biscuit.

  • Verkade explicitly describes Oaties as a gluten-free variety.
  • Don’t assume they have the same texture, portion size or nutritional values as an egg cake, and check the label on the pack you choose.

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Frequently asked questions

Is an egg cake labelled ‘digestive’ proven to aid digestion?

That label alone doesn’t substantiate any claim that the product aids digestion. It’s better to compare the ingredients and nutritional information for egg cakes; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre also recommends checking the back of the pack.

Which allergens should I check in egg cakes?

Check the label of the specific egg cake for ingredients such as egg, milk, soya and cereals containing gluten. Some of the varieties described also contain oats or barley. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergen information for pre-packed products appears on the label.

Are the classic and wholemeal egg cakes described gluten-free?

No. The varieties described list wheat or other cereals containing gluten. Verkade describes Oaties as gluten-free oat biscuits, but they aren’t egg cakes. If you choose this alternative, check the label of the variety you’ve picked.

How should I store egg cakes for a coffee break later in the week?

Follow the storage instructions on the packaging of your egg cakes. The classic AH Eierkoeken and Jumbo Volkoren Eierkoeken described here should be stored in a cool, dry place away from light; Albert Heijn also recommends resealing the pack properly after use.