Who are the different pack sizes for?

People buying egg cakes to share

You’re buying for several people or occasions and are mainly interested in the number of cakes and the total pack size.

People buying for lunchboxes and snacks on the go

You’re looking for smaller egg cakes with a clear portion size. A mini size doesn’t automatically mean each cake is individually wrapped.

People comparing product labels

Ingredients, fibre, sugars or allergens determine which variety you’ll consider. The information on the current pack is the most reliable guide.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether you mainly want egg cakes to share, take with you or compare by ingredients. Then check the details on each individual pack.

What to consider What to check Who is it important to?
Pack size for sharing Compare the number of cakes and the total weight. Check whether you can reseal the pack securely after opening. If several people will be sharing a pack, I want to know how many cakes I can divide between them. Sharing is the top priority for around 42% of consumers.
Size for taking with you Check the number of cakes and the portion size. Separately, check whether the cakes are individually wrapped. For a lunchbox, I want a smaller size that suits what I’m taking with me. Around 33% of consumers put this need first.
Ingredients and allergens Read the ingredients and allergen information on the current pack. Compare fibre and sugars per 100 g. If an ingredient or allergen determines my choice, I want to check the composition of that exact variety. This is the main consideration for around 25% of consumers.

Common pitfalls

  • Looking only at the number of cakes

    Egg cakes in multipacks don’t always have the same portion size. For example, Jumbo lists 10 standard egg cakes weighing 300 g in total, and 10 mini egg cakes weighing 250 g in total.

    As well as the number of cakes, compare the total weight and the size that suits the way you plan to use them.

  • Assuming mini egg cakes are individually wrapped

    Mini describes the size of the cake, not necessarily the packaging of each individual cake. A smaller portion doesn’t in itself tell you anything about the nutritional values per 100 g either.

    Check how the cakes are packed, and compare the nutritional information per 100 g as well as per portion.

  • Relying on ‘wholemeal’ or the brand name

    Ingredients and allergens can vary between varieties. The description on the front of the pack doesn’t replace the ingredients list or allergen information.

    Check the current label on the variety you’ve chosen, and compare nutritional values on the same basis, preferably per 100 g.

  • Applying a warning to all egg cakes

    A safety warning may relate to a single product and specific production details. The warning issued by the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority on 8 September 2026 concerned Bakker van der Akker raisin egg cakes with production code 63136 and a best-before date of 14 September 2026.

    If there’s a current warning, compare the product name, production code and best-before date with the details on your own pack.

Brands compared

Albert Heijn

The own-brand range includes standard, wholemeal and mini egg cakes to suit different pack preferences.

  • Albert Heijn lists both its standard and wholemeal varieties as 360 g, with 12 portions of 30 g; the mini egg cakes come in packs of 8.
  • Check the ingredients and allergens on the current pack, as product information can change.

Jumbo

The own-brand range includes standard, mini and wholemeal egg cakes.

  • Jumbo lists a standard pack of 10 cakes weighing 300 g and a mini pack of 10 cakes weighing 250 g, with portions of 25 g.
  • Read the ingredients and allergen information for each variety. Different sizes don’t necessarily have the same ingredients.

Heerlijck Banket

ALDI’s own brand offers free-range egg cakes in a pack of 12, weighing 360 g.

  • The stated number of cakes and weight make it clear how many egg cakes the pack contains for sharing.
  • Check the ingredients and allergens on the pack if they’re important to your choice.

Bolletje

Bolletje describes its Crisp Cinnamon Egg Cake as a crisp variety with a milk coating and cinnamon, rather than a regular soft egg cake.

  • Jumbo lists a pack of 10 Crisp Cinnamon Egg Cakes weighing 155 g.
  • Check the current allergen information for this variety, including any warnings about traces of other ingredients.

Lidl

Lidl has a Dutch product page for egg cakes.

  • You can include this retailer when comparing packs in store.
  • Check the pack for the number of cakes, weight, ingredients and allergens before comparing it with a particular alternative.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I compare multipacks in different sizes?

Compare the number of cakes and total weight with what you need for sharing or taking with you. To compare nutritional values, place the figures per 100 g side by side, as recommended by the Netherlands Nutrition Centre. Also check the portion size of each pack.

Are mini egg cakes always individually wrapped?

No. ‘Mini’ and the stated number of cakes don’t mean that each cake has its own wrapper. If individual wrapping matters for your lunchbox, check the packaging text or product photo.

Which allergens should I check in egg cakes?

Check the allergen information on the current label for the specific variety. The AH and Jumbo varieties described list ingredients including egg, milk, wheat or other gluten-containing cereals, and soya. For Bolletje Crisp Cinnamon Egg Cake, also check for any warnings about traces of nuts and sesame.

How should I store an opened pack of egg cakes?

Follow the storage instructions and best-before date on the pack. The product information for the AH and Jumbo varieties described says to store them in a dry, dark place and reseal the pack securely after opening.

How can I tell whether a safety warning applies to my pack?

Compare the details on your pack with the current warning from the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority. The product name, production code and best-before date must match. A warning for one specific batch doesn’t automatically apply to other egg cakes.