First compare similar egg cakes by their sugar content per 100 g, then check how much sugar is in one cake: a smaller portion does not automatically mean less sugar. Before packing the bags, also check the allergens listed on the packaging you’ve bought and the school’s rules. If the cake isn’t suitable for the group, choose a treat that meets those requirements instead.
You’re looking for egg cakes for party bags and want to check both the sugar content per 100 g and the amount in each cake you hand out. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends comparing products per 100 g, as portion sizes can vary between packages.
You want to know about any dietary restrictions in the group before packing the bags. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends asking about allergies and other restrictions in advance. You should also check the label on the exact package you’ll be handing out.
You need a manageable portion for each child. The number of cakes, the weight of each one and whether they’re individually wrapped will help you decide how to put the party bags together.
First check that the treat is suitable for the group and meets the school’s rules. Then compare the sugar content per 100 g, the portion you’ll hand out and the number of cakes you need.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who is this most important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Sugar content | Compare similar egg cakes by their sugar content per 100 g, then check the sugar content per cake. | If I want to choose a lower-sugar option, I need to distinguish between the recipe and the portion size. Around 36% of consumers prioritise comparing sugar content. |
| Allergens and school rules | Ask about the rules for the group and read the allergen information on the package you’ve bought, including details about gluten and egg. | A treat for the class needs to suit the children’s dietary requirements. This is the top priority for around 29% of consumers. |
| Portion size | Check the weight of each cake, the number of cakes and whether they’re individually wrapped. | When I’m filling party bags, I want to give each child a small portion that’s easy to hand out. This is the top priority for around 21% of consumers. |
| Enough cakes | Check how many cakes are in each package and whether your chosen variety is available at your usual shop. | When I’m buying for a larger group, I want to be able to get enough suitable cakes without having to combine different varieties. Around 14% of consumers prioritise the number of cakes. |
According to Jumbo, one Bolletje Brosse Eierkoek met melklaagje contains 6.6 g of sugar, but 42 g per 100 g. So the amount per cake also reflects its small portion size.
Use the per-100 g figure to compare similar products and the per-cake figure to assess the portion you’ll be handing out.
A product name or claim on the front won’t tell you how much sugar the egg cake contains per 100 g or per cake. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre also notes that portion sizes can vary between packages.
Read the nutrition table and ingredients list for the variety you want to buy.
A cake that seems suitable at home may still be unsuitable for a child with an allergy or may not meet the school’s rules. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends asking about dietary restrictions in advance.
First ask what rules apply, then check the allergen information on the package you’ll actually be handing out.
A gluten-free biscuit isn’t an egg cake, and the words ‘gluten-free’ don’t tell you how much sugar it contains. Verkade lists 23.2 g of sugar per 100 g for Oaties naturel and 33.0 g per 100 g for Oaties met melkchocolade.
If you choose an alternative, check the relevant allergens, sugar content per 100 g and portion size separately.
Brosse Eierkoeken met melklaagje are an option if you want to hand out small cakes individually.
Albert Heijn has product pages for both regular and wholemeal egg cakes, so you can consider either type.
Jumbo lists regular egg cakes in packs of four and a 300 g wholemeal variety.
ALDI lists Heerlijck Banket free-range egg cakes in a pack of twelve.
Oaties are biscuits, not egg cakes, so they should only be considered as a separate alternative.
No. A small portion on its own tells you nothing about the sugar content per 100 g. Check the nutrition table for the exact variety and separately check how much sugar is in one cake.
Use both figures for different purposes: first compare similar egg cakes per 100 g, then assess the amount in each cake you’ll be handing out. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre notes that portion sizes can vary between packages.
Read the label on the package you’ve bought. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority requires allergens in prepacked foods to be clearly and correctly listed on the label. Check the information for the exact variety you’ll be handing out.
Only if your chosen treat meets the school’s rules and suits the dietary requirements in the group. Check before you buy. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends considering children who don’t eat certain products because of an allergy or another reason.
No. Gluten-free tells you nothing about the sugar content, and a biscuit isn’t an egg cake. Verkade lists 23.2 g of sugar per 100 g for Oaties naturel and 33.0 g per 100 g for the milk chocolate variety, so compare alternatives using their own labels.
