Which pack is right for you?

If you want to give each guest one cake

A pack of regular-sized egg cakes makes it easy to work out how many portions you’ll have. Jumbo lists a pack of 10, while ALDI lists 12 for Heerlijck Banket.

If you’re putting out a platter of small bites

If guests would prefer smaller portions, mini egg cakes are an alternative to regular-sized ones. Jumbo lists a mini pack of 10, weighing 250 g.

If you’re choosing based on nutrition or flavour

If you’re looking for wholemeal, chocolate or a crispier cake, the specific variety matters. Check the ingredients, nutritional information and allergens on the pack before choosing for your group.

What should you look for when choosing?

Before your film night, decide whether guests will want a whole cake or smaller bites. Then consider whether a nutritional or flavour preference might change what you choose for the group.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Enough regular portions Compare the number of cakes and the total weight. ALDI lists 12 cakes weighing 360 g for Heerlijck Banket; Jumbo lists 10 regular egg cakes weighing 300 g. If everyone’s having a whole cake, I want enough individual portions to go round. This is the top priority for around 42% of consumers.
Smaller portions to share Check whether they’re mini egg cakes and how many are in the pack altogether. Jumbo lists 10 mini cakes with a total weight of 250 g. When I’m putting out a platter of different snacks, I want to be able to offer guests a smaller portion. Around 33% of consumers say this flexibility is their top priority.
Nutritional information or flavour Check the ingredients, nutritional information and allergens for the variety you’ve chosen. Don’t rely on terms such as wholemeal, crisp or chocolate alone. If my group wants a particular flavour or is paying attention to nutritional information, the variety determines my choice. This matters most to around 25% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Comparing only the number of cakes

    Jumbo lists both 10 mini egg cakes weighing 250 g in total and 10 regular egg cakes weighing 300 g in total. So the same number of cakes doesn’t necessarily mean the same overall amount.

    As well as the number of cakes, compare their size and the total weight of the pack.

  • Choosing a flavoured variety for the whole group

    A milk coating, cinnamon or chocolate gives an egg cake a different flavour from a regular one. Not every guest will share that preference, and the ingredients can vary between varieties too.

    Ask the group which flavour they’d like and check the ingredients and allergens on the pack you choose.

  • Treating online product information as the definitive label

    Albert Heijn points out that ingredients, nutritional information and allergen information can change.

    So check the pack you pick up in store or receive with your delivery.

Brands with relevant egg cakes

Jumbo

Jumbo lists regular, mini, wholemeal and chocolate egg cakes as separate varieties.

  • The listed packs include 10 regular egg cakes weighing 300 g and 10 mini egg cakes weighing 250 g.
  • Check the label of the variety you choose; the details for the regular pack won’t necessarily apply to the other varieties.

Heerlijck Banket

ALDI lists Free-range Egg Cakes under this own-brand name in a pack of 12 weighing 360 g.

  • A pack of 12 is handy if you want to set out a regular egg cake for every guest.
  • Check the current pack and label in store before buying for your group.

Bolletje

Bolletje makes crisp egg cake varieties for anyone looking for a different texture and flavour.

  • Jumbo lists Bolletje Crisp Egg Cakes with Milk Coating in a pack of 10 weighing 155 g. Bolletje also describes its crisp cinnamon variety as having a milk coating and cinnamon.
  • The cinnamon variety and the pack listed by Jumbo aren’t necessarily the same product, so check the name and ingredients of the variety you choose.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn has separate product pages for AH Egg Cakes and AH Wholemeal Egg Cakes.

  • The separate varieties make it easy to look specifically for a regular or wholemeal egg cake.
  • Albert Heijn recommends checking the pack, as ingredients, nutritional information and allergen information can change.

Egg cakes on Joybuy

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Frequently asked questions

How many egg cakes do I need for a film night?

Start with the portion you want to offer each guest. If you’re planning one whole cake per person, compare the number of guests with packs of 10 from Jumbo or 12 from Heerlijck Banket. For smaller bites, consider mini egg cakes. Check the current number of cakes on the pack.

Should I check for allergens when buying egg cakes for a group?

Yes. Read the allergen information on the pack of the egg cakes you choose, especially if any guest has an allergy. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority highlights the importance of allergen labelling; don’t judge a variety with, for example, a milk coating or chocolate by its product name alone.

How should I store an opened pack of egg cakes?

Follow the storage and resealing instructions on the pack you bought. Jumbo says to store its regular egg cakes in a cool, dry place away from light. For other varieties, check the product-specific instructions and the best-before date too.

Is a wholemeal egg cake automatically the right choice for the group?

No, don’t choose based on the word ‘wholemeal’ alone. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 1.1 g of fibre for a 30 g wholemeal egg cake, but this reference doesn’t describe the nutritional value of every supermarket variety. Compare the label of the product you’re considering with your preferred portion size and flavour.