Choose the number of egg cakes to suit your planned mid-morning snacks: a pack of 10 to 12 is handy for filling several lunchboxes or sharing, while four may be a better fit if you have fewer snack occasions. Also compare the weight of each cake and, if nutrition matters to your choice, the information per 100 g. The wholemeal versions in the examples listed contain more fibre, but not necessarily less sugar.
If you’re filling several lunchboxes or sharing egg cakes at home, it helps to match the number of planned snack occasions to the pack size. Albert Heijn lists packs with 12 portions, while Jumbo lists 10 portions for its wholemeal version.
If you’re mainly comparing fibre and sugar in the egg cake range, check the nutritional information per 100 g as well as the weight of your usual portion. Albert Heijn and Jumbo list 3.5 g and 3.9 g of fibre per 100 g respectively for the wholemeal versions mentioned.
If you’re buying for someone who needs to avoid certain ingredients, check the current label before serving. The Albert Heijn and Jumbo versions mentioned include ingredients such as egg, wheat, milk and soya; the exact information varies by product.
Start with the number of mid-morning snacks you’re buying for. Then check the weight and nutritional information, and always check the packaging of the product you’re actually using if you have a food allergy.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who is this most important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Pack size | Count the cakes or portions, and compare the total weight with the snack occasions you have planned. | If you’re buying egg cakes for several lunchboxes or people at home, you’ll want enough for everyone without leaving a pack open for too long. Around 36% of consumers prioritise planning around pack size. |
| Nutritional values | Compare fibre and sugar per 100 g, and check the weight of each cake too. | If you’re comparing a regular egg cake with a wholemeal one, both the nutritional values and your portion size matter. This comparison is the top priority for around 29% of consumers. |
| Availability | Check that the pack you want is available and that any advertised offer is still running. | If you want to buy the same pack size regularly, don’t assume a temporary in-store product will always be available. Around 21% of consumers prioritise knowing they can get the product. |
| Allergens | Read the current ingredients and allergen information on the packaging. | If you need to consider ingredients someone can’t eat when sharing, the label will tell you whether the product is suitable. For around 14% of consumers, this check is their first priority when buying. |
Albert Heijn lists 31 g of sugar per 100 g for both its regular and wholemeal egg cakes. The wholemeal version does contain more fibre: 3.5 g compared with 1.4 g per 100 g.
Compare similar egg cakes using the nutrition table per 100 g, rather than relying on the wording on the front of the pack.
Four cakes aren’t necessarily four small portions: Jumbo lists a total weight of 300 g for its regular four-pack. So the number of cakes alone doesn’t tell you how much you’ll be having each time.
As well as the number of cakes, check the total weight and the portion size, if one is listed.
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, the best-before date applies to an unopened pack. Once opened, it’s important to follow the storage advice on the packaging.
Choose a pack size that suits your planned snack occasions, and close the packaging as directed.
A pack that takes a while to use up or isn’t sealed properly may lose quality before your last mid-morning snack.
The egg cakes mentioned list different allergens. Bolletje also states that Brosse Eierkoek may contain traces of other allergens.
Check the ingredients and allergen information on the current packaging every time you buy, even if you know the brand.
These examples show the pack sizes and product types you can compare. Check the current packaging for details of the product you ultimately choose.
Albert Heijn lists regular and wholemeal egg cake packs, each weighing 360 g and containing 12 portions.
Jumbo lists a regular pack of four weighing 300 g, as well as a 300 g wholemeal pack containing 10 portions.
Bolletje describes Brosse Eierkoek as a crunchy option for anyone looking for a different texture from a soft egg cake.
ALDI lists Heerlijck Banket free-range egg cakes in a pack of 12 weighing 360 g.
Lidl has listed a 12-pack of egg cakes as a limited-time in-store product.
Choose the quantity to suit your planned mid-morning snacks and the number of people sharing them. Four may be enough for fewer snack occasions, while 10 or 12 portions are more practical if you’re filling several lunchboxes. Check the total weight too, as the same number of cakes doesn’t necessarily mean the same portion size.
Not necessarily: Albert Heijn lists 31 g of sugar per 100 g for both the regular and wholemeal egg cakes mentioned. The wholemeal version contains more fibre than the regular one. To help you choose, compare the nutritional values per 100 g for the specific products.
Follow the storage advice on the packaging and seal the pack properly after use. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says the best-before date applies to an unopened pack, so choose a pack size that suits how quickly you’ll use it up.
Check the current packaging every time you buy. The products mentioned list ingredients such as egg, wheat, milk or soya, but the exact ingredients and allergen information varies between egg cakes.
