Who is this choice relevant to?

Organisers catering for a large crowd

You want enough individual egg cakes to hand out. Jumbo lists a standard pack of 10, while Albert Heijn and ALDI offer packs of 12.

Organisers looking to minimise leftovers

If you’re expecting a smaller or uncertain turnout, you won’t want too many opened packs left over. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing egg cakes in a cool, dry, dark place in a tightly sealed container.

Organisers catering for dietary requirements

You want to check before buying whether a wholemeal or gluten-free option is suitable for your guests. Check the ingredients and allergen information on each individual pack.

What should you look for when buying egg cakes for a group?

First, work out how many egg cakes you expect to hand out and whether anyone has dietary requirements. Then choose a suitable pack size and read the label before you take the packs with you.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Number of servings Compare the number of pieces in each pack with the expected turnout. The standard packs listed contain 10 or 12 pieces. I want enough egg cakes to hand out without having lots of packs left over; for around 33% of consumers, the number of servings is the most important consideration.
Storage and leftovers Take unopened packs with you and reseal any opened pack securely. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing them in a cool, dry, dark place. If the turnout is uncertain, I want to stop opened egg cakes from losing their quality; for around 25% of consumers, minimising leftovers matters most.
Allergens Read the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack. Albert Heijn and Jumbo list egg, milk, cereals containing gluten and soya, among other ingredients, in their regular egg cakes. If guests need to avoid certain ingredients, I want to know what’s in each pack before handing them out; for around 25% of consumers, suitability is the priority.
Wholemeal variety Compare the nutritional information per 100 g and check the allergen information too. Albert Heijn lists 3.5 g of fibre per 100 g for its wholemeal variety; Jumbo lists 3.9 g per 100 g for its wholemeal variety. I’m specifically looking for a wholemeal variety, but I don’t want to assume it’s gluten-free; for around 17% of consumers, preferring wholemeal is the deciding factor.

Common mistakes when choosing and handing them out

  • Assuming an egg cake is suitable for all your guests

    Albert Heijn and Jumbo list several allergens in their regular egg cakes, including egg, milk, cereals containing gluten and soya. The product name alone won’t tell you whether a pack is suitable for everyone’s dietary requirements.

    Read the up-to-date label on each pack and keep separate options apart when handing them out.

  • Leaving an opened pack unsealed

    Egg cakes can go stale, soft or dry out once opened.

    Take unopened packs with you, reseal opened packs securely and store any leftover egg cakes in a cool, dry, dark place, as advised by the Netherlands Nutrition Centre.

  • Confusing wholemeal with gluten-free

    If you need a gluten-free option, check that the label on the individual product states that it’s gluten-free, and read the rest of the allergen information too.

Brands and supermarket own-label options compared

Albert Heijn

Supermarket own-label range with regular and wholemeal egg cakes in 360 g packs.

  • Albert Heijn lists 12 servings for both varieties mentioned; according to the product information, the wholemeal variety contains 3.5 g of fibre per 100 g.
  • Both varieties list egg, milk, cereals containing gluten and soya, among other ingredients. Check the packaging, as product information can change.

Jumbo

Supermarket own-label range with a regular pack of 10 and a separate 300 g wholemeal variety.

  • The regular pack contains 10 egg cakes; Jumbo lists 3.9 g of fibre per 100 g for its wholemeal variety.
  • The regular and wholemeal products mentioned list several allergens. The gluten-free option Jumbo shows in the same category contains 2 pieces, so it’s not a substitute for a large sharing pack.

Heerlijck Banket

A brand of free-range egg cakes that ALDI lists as a pack for a larger group.

  • ALDI lists 12 pieces with a total weight of 360 g.
  • ALDI directs customers to its stores to buy this product. Check local availability before setting off and read the label on the pack.

Bolletje

The Brosse Eierkoek is a different variety to compare with regular egg cakes for a group.

  • Bolletje describes its Brosse Eierkoek as light and airy, thanks to the whipped egg.
  • Bolletje lists egg, cereals containing gluten, milk and soya, among other ingredients. Check the number of pieces and the allergen information on the pack you choose.

Lidl / Sondey

An in-store option if you’re looking for a pack of 12 egg cakes.

  • Lidl lists 12 pieces per pack, with a weight of 360 g.
  • Lidl states that this product is available in store only. Check availability there and read the information on the packaging.

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Frequently asked questions

How many egg cakes should I take to a street festival?

Start with the number of people you want to hand egg cakes out to, then check how many pieces are in each pack. The standard packs listed contain 10 or 12 pieces. If you need more, you can take several unopened packs and open them only when needed.

Can I keep egg cakes from an opened pack after the festival?

Yes. Store them in a cool, dry, dark place in a tightly sealed container, as advised by the Netherlands Nutrition Centre. Also check the use-by date and the condition of the egg cakes: their smell, taste and texture may deteriorate.

Are regular egg cakes suitable for guests with allergies?

You can only tell by checking the label on the exact product. The regular egg cakes listed by Albert Heijn and Jumbo contain egg, milk, cereals containing gluten and soya, among other ingredients; read any warnings on the packaging too.

Are wholemeal egg cakes gluten-free too?

No, wholemeal doesn’t mean gluten-free. The wholemeal egg cakes listed by Albert Heijn and Jumbo contain wheat or gluten, as well as other allergens. If you need a gluten-free option, check the label on a product specifically intended to be gluten-free.