Who is this choice relevant to?

Fibre-conscious snack shoppers

Families who want to compare egg cakes by their stated fibre content, without treating a light texture or the word ‘digestive’ as proof of an effect on digestion.

Families checking allergens

Shoppers for whom the ingredients and allergens in the exact variant are decisive. The allergens listed by Jumbo differ between its wholemeal and standard egg cakes.

Shopping for a group during the holidays

Families buying for several children or snack occasions, who want to match the number of egg cakes and the net weight of a pack to their plans.

What should you look for when choosing?

First check any information that is essential for your child, then compare the nutritional values per 100 g and finally work out how many egg cakes you need.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Fibre and sugars Compare both values per 100 g. Jumbo lists 3.9 g of fibre and 33.6 g of sugars for its wholemeal version, and 1.9 g of fibre and 29.5 g of sugars for its standard version. I want to compare egg cakes by their fibre content, but not rely on the name or a single figure alone. Around 45% of consumers are said to consider fibre content their main purchasing priority.
Allergens Read the allergen statement for your chosen variant on the current packaging. For both of the variants compared, Jumbo lists egg, milk, soya and cereals containing gluten, among other allergens. If a child needs to avoid certain ingredients, I want to know what is in these exact egg cakes. Allergen checks are said to be the top priority for around 33% of consumers.
Pack size Check the number of pieces and the net weight, and match these to your planned snack occasions. ALDI lists Heerlijck Banket Scharreleierkoeken as a pack of 12, weighing 360 g. When several children are sharing, I want to choose a pack size that suits our plans. For around 22% of consumers, pack size is said to be their first priority.

Common mistakes

  • Taking ‘digestive’ or ‘wholemeal’ as a promise of better digestion

    A product name or higher fibre figure does not prove an effect on digestion. Jumbo’s wholemeal egg cake also contains more sugars per 100 g than its standard version: 33.6 compared with 29.5 g.

    Compare the full nutritional information and ingredients per 100 g. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that nutrition and health claims must comply with European rules.

  • Relying on the brand name when checking allergens

    Even variants in the same category can list different ingredients and allergens. Albert Heijn notes that product information can change.

    Before serving, read the allergen statement on the packaging of the egg cakes you bought.

  • Assuming a shop-exclusive or promotional product is always available

    Bolletje describes its Brosse Eierkoek Kaneel as a promotional product, while Lidl says its egg cakes are sold in store. So don’t count on finding a particular variant without checking first.

    Before you shop, check where your chosen egg cakes are available. If you choose an alternative, check its label again.

Brands and shops to consider

The product ranges listed below offer different things to consider when choosing. Always assess the nutritional information and allergens for each individual variant.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists standard, mini and wholemeal egg cakes, among other varieties.

  • For the wholemeal and standard variants compared, Jumbo lists 3.9 and 1.9 g of fibre per 100 g respectively.
  • The wholemeal version also contains more sugars per 100 g than the standard version. Check the allergens on your chosen pack too.

Heerlijck Banket

ALDI lists this own-brand Scharreleierkoeken in a pack of 12, weighing 360 g.

  • The stated number of pieces makes it easier to choose a pack that suits several snack occasions.
  • If these details matter to your choice, check the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information on the packaging.

Bolletje

Bolletje makes crumbly egg cakes for anyone looking for that particular texture or a flavoured variety.

  • Bolletje describes its Brosse Eierkoek Kaneel as a variant with a milk coating and cinnamon.
  • Bolletje says this cinnamon variant is a promotional product. Check availability and the label of your chosen variant.

Lidl

Lidl lists egg cakes in packs of 12, weighing 360 g, for sale in store.

  • The number of pieces and net weight are stated, which can help when planning a pack for a group.
  • In store, check the current ingredients, allergens and nutritional information if these affect your choice.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists its own egg cakes and Bolletje Brosse Eierkoek Melk as separate products.

  • The product listings make it easier to identify the exact variant you want to compare.
  • Albert Heijn warns that ingredient, nutritional and allergen information can change, and advises shoppers to read the packaging.

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Frequently asked questions

Does ‘digestive’ prove that an egg cake is good for digestion?

No. The word alone does not prove an effect on digestion. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that nutrition and health claims must comply with European rules. Before buying, it’s better to compare the specific nutritional information on the label.

Which of the two Jumbo egg cakes compared lists more fibre?

Jumbo Eierkoeken Volkoren 300 g lists 3.9 g of fibre per 100 g, compared with 1.9 g per 100 g for Jumbo Eierkoeken 4 Stuks. This difference applies to these two products and does not tell you anything about all wholemeal or standard egg cakes.

Which allergens should I check in egg cakes?

Check the allergens for the exact variant on the current packaging. For the wholemeal variant compared, Jumbo lists barley, egg, gluten, oats, milk, soya and wheat; for the standard variant, it lists egg, gluten, milk, soya and wheat. Other egg cakes may have a different recipe.

How should I store the Jumbo egg cakes compared?

Jumbo recommends storing both the standard and wholemeal egg cakes compared in a cool, dry and dark place. Also follow the date and any additional instructions on the packaging.