Hosts who want to prepare enough portions
If you’re organising a neighbourhood get-together, the number of guests you expect can help you work out how many packs you’ll need. Jumbo lists standard egg cakes in a pack of 10, weighing 300 g.
Who is this choice important for?
Hosts who want to serve smaller portions
At an informal standing get-together, guests can help themselves to a small bite. Jumbo lists mini egg cakes as a separate product type, in a pack of 10 weighing 250 g.
Hosts catering for specific requirements
If someone asks for a particular variety or needs to check allergens, the ingredients in the exact product matter. Before serving, read the label on every pack you put out.
What should you look for when choosing?
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
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| Quantity for your group | Compare the number of cakes and the net weight with your guest list and the other snacks you’re serving. | If I’m expecting a larger group, I want to know in advance how many egg cakes I can put out. Having enough portions is the top priority for around 42% of consumers. |
| Size for serving | Consider whether standard or mini egg cakes are better suited to the portion size you want; compare the total weight too. | At a standing get-together, I want to put out small cakes that guests can help themselves to. For around 33% of consumers, ease of serving is the most important consideration. |
| Ingredients and labelling | Check the ingredients and allergens on the pack you’ve chosen, as well as the best-before date and storage instructions. | If a guest needs a specific variety, I want to know what’s in the pack I’ve bought before serving anything. Checking the label is a priority for around 25% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Comparing only the number of cakes
Ten cakes don’t always add up to the same amount. Jumbo lists standard egg cakes in packs of 10 weighing 300 g, while Bolletje Brosse Eierkoek Kaneel comes in a pack of 10 weighing 155 g.
So, when working out how many to put out for your group, check both the number of cakes and the net weight.
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Assuming online allergy information is definitive
Albert Heijn notes that ingredients, nutritional values and allergy information can change. A product page you viewed earlier is no substitute for checking the label on the pack you’re actually serving.
Read the ingredients and allergen information on every pack you buy before serving the egg cakes.
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Assuming one variety will suit every guest
Wholemeal and gluten-free options cater for different needs. The name of a variety doesn’t tell you whether it also meets other dietary or allergy requirements.
Choose a specific variety to suit your guest’s needs, and check the claims, ingredients and allergens on that exact pack.
Brands to consider
Jumbo
Jumbo’s range includes different egg cakes, giving you options to compare sizes and ingredients.
- Jumbo lists standard egg cakes in packs of 10 weighing 300 g, mini egg cakes in packs of 10 weighing 250 g, and a wholemeal variety weighing 300 g.
- Choose based on the information on the current pack; size and ingredients vary by product.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists separate product pages for standard and wholemeal egg cakes.
- You can view the two varieties separately if you’d like to consider a wholemeal option.
- Albert Heijn advises checking the packaging, as details such as ingredients and allergy information can change.
Bolletje
Bolletje Brosse Eierkoek Kaneel is a different variety from a standard egg cake.
- Jumbo lists this cinnamon variety in a pack of 10 weighing 155 g.
- Compare the net weight too: the same number of cakes doesn’t mean the same amount as a 300 g pack of standard egg cakes.
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Frequently asked questions
How many egg cakes do I need for a neighbourhood get-together?
Work out how many packs you need based on the number of guests you expect and the other snacks you’re offering. Jumbo lists a pack of 10 standard egg cakes. When planning, compare the net weight too, so you’re not relying on the number of cakes alone.
Are mini egg cakes handy for a standing get-together?
Mini egg cakes can be a good choice if you want to put out smaller individual portions for guests to help themselves to. Jumbo’s listed pack contains 10 mini egg cakes weighing 250 g in total; check whether that’s enough for your group.
Should I check the ingredients and allergens when ordering online?
Yes. Before serving, read the label on the pack you receive. The European Union requires prepacked foods to display information about ingredients and allergens; Albert Heijn notes that online product information can change.
Is a wholemeal or gluten-free egg cake suitable for every guest?
No. These labels address specific requirements and don’t mean the product meets every dietary or allergy need. Check the ingredients, allergens and relevant claims on the packaging of the exact variety you plan to serve.