Which pack is right for you?

Families sharing a pack

If you’re packing for several passengers, compare the number of pieces with the net weight. Jumbo lists 10 egg cakes in a 300 g pack; ALDI lists 12 Heerlijck Banket egg cakes in a 360 g pack.

Parents who want to hand them out without splitting them

Individually wrapped portions make it easier to give each passenger their own egg cake. Albert Heijn lists Bolletje Brosse eierkoek melk in a pack of 10 individually wrapped pieces.

Shoppers who need to check ingredients and allergens

Allergens vary depending on the variety you choose. Albert Heijn lists wheat, egg, milk and soya among the allergens in AH Volkoren eierkoeken. So check the label on the product you’re actually taking with you.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, decide how many pieces you want to take. Then consider how you’ll store the pack during the journey and whether you need individual wrapping or a specific product label.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Number of portions Compare the number of pieces and the net weight with your planned snack breaks. With several passengers, I want to take enough egg cakes without opening more than we need. Around 40% of consumers put the number of portions first.
Storing after opening Read the storage instructions and check whether you can reseal the opened pack securely. If we don’t eat everything during the journey, I want to be able to take the rest with us, keeping it dry and well sealed. Around 30% of consumers pay most attention to storage after opening.
Ingredients and allergens Read the current ingredients and allergen information; if you need a gluten-free product, check that it is labelled as such on the product itself. If a passenger needs to avoid certain ingredients, I want to know what’s in this variety before we set off. Around 20% of consumers see this check as their main concern.
Individual wrapping Check whether the egg cakes are individually wrapped and read the storage instructions for that variety. I want to be able to give everyone their own snack during the journey, without sharing from an opened pack. Around 10% of consumers prioritise individual wrapping.

Common mistakes

  • Looking only at the number of pieces

    A larger pack isn’t automatically better for your journey: you’ll also need to store any egg cakes left over after handing them out.

    Count your planned snack breaks and check whether you can reseal the pack securely once it’s open.

    If an opened pack isn’t stored properly, the egg cakes may be less appealing to take along later.

  • Assuming wholemeal means gluten-free

    According to Albert Heijn, AH Volkoren eierkoeken contain wholemeal wheat flour and list allergens including cereals containing gluten and wheat. The name of a variety is no substitute for checking the ingredients list.

    Read the current label every time you buy, and check that the chosen packaging clearly states it is gluten-free if you need that option.

  • Leaving egg cakes in a hot car

    Storage instructions vary by product. According to the product information, Bolletje Brosse eierkoek melk should be protected from heat; Albert Heijn advises storing AH Volkoren eierkoeken in a cool, dry place away from light.

    Follow the instructions on the packaging and seal any opened pack securely.

Brands and product ranges to consider

Heerlijck Banket

ALDI lists Heerlijck Banket free-range egg cakes in a pack of 12, weighing 360 g.

  • The pack contains several pieces to share in the car.
  • Before opening, think about how you’ll store any egg cakes left over.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists its own egg cakes in a pack of 10, weighing 300 g.

  • The stated number of pieces makes it easy to plan for several passengers.
  • Check the ingredients and allergens for the specific variety you choose.

Bolletje

Albert Heijn lists Bolletje Brosse eierkoek melk in a pack of 10 individually wrapped pieces, weighing 155 g in total.

  • Individual wrappers make it easier to hand one out to each person.
  • This variety has a milk coating; check the allergens and protect it from heat as instructed.

Gluten Free Bakery Holland

Jumbo lists Gluten Free Bakery Holland egg cakes in its gluten-free range, in a pack of 2 weighing 100 g.

  • The product label gives you a specific option to check if you need a gluten-free product.
  • Two pieces don’t make a family-sized pack; check the current packaging and other ingredients for the passenger concerned.

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Frequently asked questions

How many egg cakes should I take for a family road trip?

Choose a pack based on the number of passengers and the snack breaks you have planned. Jumbo lists a pack of 10, while Heerlijck Banket at ALDI offers a pack of 12. Also, think about what you’ll do with any egg cakes left over.

Are regular or wholemeal egg cakes gluten-free?

Don’t assume they are: according to Albert Heijn, AH Volkoren eierkoeken contain wholemeal wheat flour and list cereals containing gluten and wheat as allergens. If you need a gluten-free option, check for an explicit label and read the other ingredients on the current packaging.

How should I store egg cakes during a car journey?

Follow the storage instructions for the variety you choose. Albert Heijn advises storing AH Volkoren eierkoeken in a cool, dry place away from light and sealing the pack securely; according to the product information, Bolletje Brosse eierkoek melk should be protected from heat.

What packaging information should I check before setting off?

For the egg cakes you choose, check the ingredients, allergens, pack size, best-before date and any storage instructions. Your Europe lists these as information to look for on prepacked food; the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority stresses that allergens must be clearly identifiable in the ingredients list.