Which pack is right for you?

For a single snack break

If you want to take one egg cake with you without carrying an opened pack, look for individually wrapped cakes. PS in foodservice describes an individually wrapped option, but the outer pack contains six cakes.

For choosing your own portions

If you’d rather take smaller egg cakes or are planning more than one snack break, you can compare mini egg cakes with a regular pack. Jumbo lists, among other options, a pack of ten mini egg cakes.

For checking gluten and other allergens

An egg cake specifically labelled gluten-free may suit a gluten-free diet, but remember to check the current ingredients and allergen information too. The variant described by Gluten Free Bakery Holland also lists egg, milk and soya.

What should you look for when choosing?

Before heading to the festival, first decide whether you want the cake itself to be individually wrapped. Then consider how many you want to buy and which label information matters to you.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Sealed portion Look for ‘individually wrapped’ and check how many cakes are in the outer pack. I want to take one cake without opening a pack and carrying the rest around; a sealed portion is the top priority for around 36% of consumers.
Pack size that suits you Compare the number of cakes and the weight per cake; mini egg cakes aren’t necessarily individually wrapped. If I want to have little left over after the festival or take smaller cakes, the pack size determines my choice. This need is the main consideration for around 29% of consumers.
Dietary requirements and allergens Read the current ingredients and allergen information, even for a product labelled ‘gluten-free’. If I need to avoid gluten, I also want to know which other allergens are listed for the egg cake; around 21% of consumers prioritise this check.
Nutritional information and flavour Compare the nutritional values per 100 g and per portion, as well as the weight of each cake and any flavour layers. I want to know what’s in the cake I’m actually taking with me, or I’m looking for a particular flavour and texture. This is the most important factor for around 14% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a multipack means each cake is individually wrapped

    A pack of two, four or more egg cakes doesn’t tell you whether each cake has its own wrapper. PS in foodservice explicitly describes its egg cake as ‘individually wrapped’; this isn’t confirmed for the supermarket packs mentioned.

    Check the packaging if you want to take a sealed cake with you. With a standard pack, you can carry one cake separately in a protective container.

  • Assuming gluten-free means free from other allergens

    The gluten-free egg cakes described by Gluten Free Bakery Holland also list egg, milk and soya, and may contain nuts and sesame.

    When you buy, read the current ingredients and allergen statement for the exact variant you’ve chosen.

  • Assuming all egg cakes are the same size

    The Voedingscentrum gives 230 kcal for an extra-large 75 g egg cake and 92 kcal for a 30 g wholemeal egg cake. These are general portion examples, not nutritional values for every brand.

    Check the weight of the cake you’re taking with you and compare the nutritional information per portion and per 100 g.

Brands compared

These product ranges offer different pack sizes and types of egg cake; check the information for your chosen variant before buying.

Bakkers Brigade

PS in foodservice describes an egg cake in a pack of six individually wrapped portions.

  • The product description explicitly says ‘individually wrapped’.
  • An outer pack of six isn’t the same as buying a single cake.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists, among other options, regular egg cakes in packs of four and mini egg cakes in packs of ten.

  • You can compare a regular pack with smaller cakes for several snack breaks.
  • Don’t assume that each cake is individually wrapped just because you know how many are in the pack.

Gluten Free Bakery Holland

Jumbo describes this brand’s gluten-free egg cakes as a pack of two, weighing 100 g in total.

  • The product description labels this variant gluten-free.
  • The variant described lists egg, milk and soya, and may contain nuts and sesame; check the current label.

Bolletje

Bolletje describes its Brosse Eierkoek Kaneel as a crisp variant with a milk coating and cinnamon.

  • Its flavour and texture offer an alternative to a plain egg cake.
  • The product description doesn’t confirm that each cake is individually wrapped.

Heerlijck Banket

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

  • The stated number of cakes and total weight make the pack size clear.
  • Twelve cakes is a large pack if you’re only looking for one to take to the festival.

Egg cakes at Joybuy

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Frequently asked questions

Can I get an egg cake that’s individually wrapped?

Yes, PS in foodservice describes an individually wrapped egg cake, but sells it in an outer pack of six. Check explicitly whether cakes in other packs are individually wrapped; the number of cakes in a pack doesn’t tell you.

Is a gluten-free egg cake also free from other allergens?

No, the gluten-free variant described by Gluten Free Bakery Holland also lists egg, milk and soya, and may contain nuts and sesame. Always check the current allergen information on the pack you’re buying.

How do I compare the nutritional value of two egg cakes?

Compare the nutritional information per 100 g and per portion, and check how much one cake weighs. The Voedingscentrum gives 230 kcal for an extra-large 75 g egg cake and 92 kcal for a 30 g wholemeal egg cake; these are general examples, not brand-specific values.

How should I store any egg cakes left over after the festival?

Follow the storage instructions on the packaging for your product. Jumbo says to store its pack of four egg cakes in a cool, dry place away from light; check the label for other variants.