Who would find a larger pack useful?

Coffee drinkers with a biscuit tin

You want egg cakes for several coffee breaks at home, at work or on the go. In that case, both the number of cakes and the pack’s weight matter.

Shoppers comparing nutritional information

You compare the fibre, sugar and serving size for each variety, rather than relying only on the word ‘wholemeal’ or the front of the pack.

Shoppers who need to check allergens

You read the ingredients and allergen information on the label of the specific egg cakes you’re buying. The varieties described by Albert Heijn and Jumbo list egg, milk, cereals containing gluten and soya, among other things.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, decide whether you want enough for several coffee breaks or a smaller portion each time. Then compare the nutritional information and allergens for the varieties you’re considering.

What to consider What to check when buying Who is this important to?
Pack size Number of cakes, total weight and how to reseal the pack after opening. I want to have cakes ready for different coffee breaks without leaving an opened pack around for too long. Having enough in the pack is the top priority for around 45% of shoppers.
Serving size Grams per serving and the number of servings shown on the pack. With a cup of coffee, I’d rather have a smaller cake than a regular egg cake. Serving size is the top priority for around 33% of shoppers.
Ingredients and nutritional information Fibre and sugar per 100 g, plus the ingredients and allergens on the label. I want to compare nutritional values or need to take certain allergens into account. For around 22% of shoppers, this information on the label is what makes the difference.

Common mistakes when choosing

  • Assuming wholemeal means less sugar

    The wholemeal varieties reviewed differ in nutritional value, but the word ‘wholemeal’ doesn’t tell you how much sugar they contain. Albert Heijn lists 31 g of sugar per 100 g for its wholemeal egg cakes; Jumbo lists 33,6 g per 100 g.

    Compare both fibre and sugar per 100 g on the pack of the variety you want to buy.

  • Guessing allergens from the product name

    A name such as egg cake or wholemeal egg cake doesn’t give you a full list of the ingredients. The products described by Albert Heijn and Jumbo list egg, milk, cereals containing gluten and soya, among other things.

    Check the current label for the specific variety, even if you already know the brand.

  • Assuming every pack is available in the same way

    Lidl says its pack of 12 egg cakes is only available in store. ALDI also directs customers to its stores for the egg cakes described here.

    Check the latest store information before setting out to buy a particular pack.

Brands with relevant egg cakes

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists standard and wholemeal egg cakes in 360 g packs containing 12 servings.

  • According to Albert Heijn, the wholemeal variety contains 3,5 g of fibre per 100 g.
  • Check the ingredients and allergens on the pack you buy; product information can change.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists standard egg cakes in a 10-piece, 300 g pack, as well as a wholemeal variety and mini egg cakes in a 10-piece, 250 g pack.

  • According to Jumbo, the mini egg cakes have 25 g servings; the wholemeal variety contains 3,9 g of fibre per 100 g.
  • At 250 g, the mini pack weighs less overall than Jumbo’s 300 g standard pack.

Heerlijck Banket

ALDI lists Heerlijck Banket free-range egg cakes in a 12-piece, 360 g pack.

  • The number of cakes and total weight are listed, making it easy to compare pack sizes.
  • Check the information from your ALDI store if you’re looking for this particular pack.

Lidl

Lidl lists egg cakes in a 360 g pack containing 12 cakes.

  • The listed pack size makes it easy to compare with other packs of 10 or 12.
  • According to Lidl, this pack is only available in store; check the current label there too.

Egg cakes at Joybuy

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Frequently asked questions

How many egg cakes are there in a larger pack?

The larger packs described contain 10 or 12 egg cakes. Jumbo lists 10 cakes and 300 g for its standard variety; Albert Heijn, ALDI and Lidl list 12-piece, 360 g packs. Think about how many coffee breaks you want one pack to cover.

Do wholemeal egg cakes automatically contain less sugar?

No, you can’t tell from the name. Albert Heijn lists 31 g of sugar per 100 g for its wholemeal variety, while Jumbo lists 33,6 g per 100 g. Compare the nutritional information for the varieties you’re considering.

How should I store egg cakes after opening?

Store egg cakes in a cool, dry, dark place in a well-sealed container, as recommended by the Netherlands Nutrition Centre. Also check the storage instructions on the pack you bought.

Where can I find allergen information for packaged egg cakes?

Read the allergen information on the current label for the specific pack. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, this information must appear on the label of prepacked products. The varieties described by Albert Heijn and Jumbo list egg, milk, cereals containing gluten and soya, among other things.