Who are the different pack sizes for?

Sharing between two

Want egg cakes for breakfast, lunch or a coffee break together, without having many left over? Jumbo and Albert Heijn both offer packs of four. Check the total weight too: the number of cakes doesn’t tell you how large they are.

Lunchbox planners

If you want to divide the cakes between several lunchboxes, smaller portions you can count out or a larger pack are practical options to compare. Jumbo offers ten mini egg cakes, Albert Heijn has eight minis, and ALDI has a standard pack of twelve.

Label checkers

Comparing wholegrain ingredients, fibre or allergens? Check the information for the exact variety. The products reviewed differ in composition; the varieties list ingredients and allergens including egg, wheat, milk and soya.

What should you look for when choosing?

Decide how many occasions the pack needs to cover, then compare the size of the cakes. Check the ingredients separately if they’re important to your choice, or if you need to avoid particular allergens.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Pack size Compare the number of cakes with the total weight, and think about how many you’ll use for the occasions you have planned. For a short occasion for two, I want a pack that suits us, without having many left over. Pack size is the top priority for around 31% of consumers.
Portions for on the go Check the weight per cake, and separately confirm whether the cakes are individually wrapped. When I’m filling several lunchboxes, I want to be able to divide smaller cakes easily. Around 31% of consumers prioritise individual portions that are easy to plan.
Ingredients and allergens Check the ingredients, allergen information and nutritional details per portion on the exact pack. When the ingredients matter, I want to know what’s in the product before choosing a pack size. This is the first consideration for around 23% of consumers.
Type of egg cake Decide whether you want soft standard egg cakes, mini egg cakes or a crisp variety with a milk coating. For a small treat, I care more about texture and presentation than buying a large pack. This is the top priority for around 15% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Counting cakes without checking their size

    According to Jumbo’s product information, four standard egg cakes weigh 300 g in total, while ten mini egg cakes weigh 250 g. So, in this case, more cakes means smaller cakes, not more product.

    Compare the number of cakes, total weight and weight per cake before choosing a pack to share or use for lunchboxes.

  • Assuming wholegrain means allergen-free

    The wholegrain egg cakes from Jumbo included in this comparison contain wholemeal wheat flour and list other ingredients and allergens, including egg, milk and soya. The wholegrain label doesn’t tell you whether someone can eat the cake if they need to avoid those ingredients.

    Check the ingredients, allergen information and any warnings on the exact pack.

  • Treating a crisp variety like a regular soft egg cake

    According to the product information, Bolletje Brosse Eierkoeken met melklaagje are small, crisp cakes that are individually wrapped. Their texture, size and ingredients differ from the soft standard egg cakes reviewed here.

    First decide which type of cake you want to share or take with you, then check the ingredients for that variety.

Brands and supermarket own-label ranges to consider

Jumbo

Jumbo’s egg cake range includes standard, mini and wholegrain varieties.

  • The pack sizes shown include four standard egg cakes and ten mini egg cakes, so you can compare the number of cakes and the weight.
  • Ingredients and allergens vary by variety, so check the pack you choose.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn offers its own Brabant-style, mini, wholegrain and spelt varieties, as well as Bolletje Brosse egg cakes with a milk coating.

  • The pack sizes shown include four Brabant-style egg cakes and eight mini egg cakes.
  • Check the information for each variety to find out about its ingredients and allergens.

Heerlijck Banket

At ALDI, own-label brand Heerlijck Banket offers a pack of twelve free-range egg cakes weighing 360 g.

  • The larger number of cakes may suit you if you’re buying for several occasions.
  • Check the ingredients and allergens on the pack itself.

Bolletje

The Bolletje product in this comparison is Brosse Eierkoeken met melklaagje: small, crisp cakes that are individually wrapped.

  • The pack reviewed contains ten individually wrapped cakes, each weighing around 15.5 g.
  • These are different from soft standard egg cakes. Check the allergens and warnings listed on the pack.

Egg cakes at Joybuy

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Frequently asked questions

Which pack is suitable for a Valentine’s moment for two?

A pack of four egg cakes works well for a small sharing occasion if you don’t want many left over. If you’re also planning lunches or snacks later on, a larger pack may be more practical. Compare the weight and storage instructions for the variety you choose.

Are mini egg cakes individually wrapped?

Not necessarily: ‘mini’ describes the size, not the packaging. Jumbo lists ten portions for its mini egg cakes, while the Bolletje Brosse Eierkoeken reviewed here are individually wrapped, according to the product information. Check the pack you’re buying to be sure.

What should I check if someone needs to avoid gluten, egg, milk or soya?

Check the ingredients and allergen information for the exact variety of egg cakes before buying. The standard, mini, wholegrain and crisp products reviewed list different combinations of these ingredients. For Bolletje Brosse, warnings about possible traces of nuts and sesame, among other things, are also relevant.

What if the online ingredient information differs from the pack?

Check the information on the pack you actually receive, especially the ingredients, allergens, use-by date and storage instructions. Albert Heijn notes that product information can change; the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority emphasises that the information on pre-packed food labels must be clearly legible.