Which option is right for you?

Organisers handing out cakes

If you’re putting something out for a group, a pack with a clearly stated number of cakes makes planning easier. Albert Heijn and ALDI, for example, list packs of 12 egg cakes, while Jumbo also sells mini egg cakes.

Shoppers who need to consider allergens

The ingredients in the exact variety matter. The standard and wholemeal egg cakes from Albert Heijn included in our research list egg, milk, cereals containing gluten and soya, among other allergens. Check the current packaging before handing them out.

Guests bringing a thank-you gift

If you’re looking for something that feels more like a gift, a box of chocolates is a different option from a pack of egg cakes. Albert Heijn’s chocolate gifts include boxes of individually wrapped chocolates.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, decide whether you want to hand out cakes or bring a thank-you gift. Then compare the packaging and ingredients for the option you’ve chosen.

Egg cakes

Choose this option: if you want to put individual cakes out with coffee or drinks.

Bear in mind: pack sizes and cake sizes vary, and standard varieties aren’t automatically suitable for guests with food allergies.

Box of chocolates

Choose this option: if giving a thank-you gift or offering a selection of chocolates is your priority.

Bear in mind: a box of chocolates isn’t an egg cake. Check the ingredients in the box you choose, especially if other people will be eating them.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Individual portions Check the number of cakes and the size of each one. If I’m putting something out for a group, I want everyone to be able to take their own cake without having to share one. For around 42% of consumers, having enough individual portions is the most important factor.
As a gift Check whether the packaging and selection are suitable for a thank-you gift. If you’re bringing a thank-you gift, you’re more likely to look for a box of chocolates with gift appeal than a pack of cakes. For around 33% of consumers, this gift-giving purpose is the deciding factor.
Ingredients and allergens Read the ingredients and allergen information for the exact variety; look for an explicit gluten-free label if needed. If I need to consider a food allergy, I want to know the exact ingredients before handing anything out. Around 25% of consumers put this information first.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming egg cakes and boxes of chocolates are the same kind of treat

    An egg cake is an individual cake, while a box of chocolates may be intended as a gift, with a selection of chocolates inside. So they won’t suit every occasion in the same way.

    Before you buy, decide whether you want to put something out on the table or hand over a thank-you gift.

  • Guessing the allergens from the product name

    Both the standard and wholemeal egg cakes from Albert Heijn included in our research contain several allergens. Bolletje also lists possible traces of nuts and sesame, among other things, for its Brosse Eierkoek.

    Read the allergen information on the exact packaging and, if someone has a food allergy, check with them before bringing anything along.

  • Relying only on an online product description

    Albert Heijn says that ingredients, nutritional and allergen information may change. This means a product description you viewed earlier may not match the packaging in your hands.

    Before serving, check the label for ingredients, allergens, use-by date and storage instructions.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

Offers standard, wholemeal and gluten-free egg cakes, as well as a separate range of chocolate gifts.

  • The standard and wholemeal egg cake packs included in our research each contain 12 portions and weigh 360 g.
  • The wholemeal variety doesn’t remove the need to check for allergens; read the information on the current packaging.

Jumbo

Offers standard, mini and wholemeal egg cakes, among other options, as well as a separate gluten-free product.

  • The range of pack sizes and cake formats gives you options for how you want to hand them out.
  • Check the ingredients of the specific product you choose.

Heerlijck Banket bij ALDI

Free-range egg cakes in a pack of 12.

  • The clearly stated quantity makes it easier to plan for a group.
  • Check the packaging in store for allergen and ingredient information.

Lidl

The egg cake pack described contains 12 cakes and weighs 360 g. Lidl’s product page states that the item is available in store only.

  • The number of cakes is clearly stated.
  • Read the label on the pack you choose for ingredient and allergen information.

Bolletje

Brosse Eierkoek is an alternative egg cake for anyone specifically looking for a crispier product.

  • Bolletje distinguishes this variety from a standard soft egg cake in its range.
  • Bolletje lists egg, milk, cereals containing gluten and soya among the allergens, as well as possible traces of other allergens.

Verkade

Verkade sells chocolate and biscuits, making it worth considering if you’re exploring chocolate or cake options.

  • You can browse the range for a specific chocolate product to give as a thank-you gift.
  • Don’t assume a biscuit product is an egg cake; check exactly which product you’re choosing.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I give standard egg cakes to someone with a food allergy?

First, check whether the exact packaging is suitable for the allergens that person needs to avoid. The standard egg cakes from Albert Heijn included in our research list egg, milk, cereals containing gluten and soya, among other things, so don’t rely on the product name alone.

Are wholemeal egg cakes suitable for someone who needs to avoid allergens?

Not necessarily: the wholemeal egg cakes from Albert Heijn included in our research also list egg, milk, cereals containing gluten and soya. Compare the ingredients and allergen information on the exact packaging; the word “wholemeal” doesn’t tell you whether it’s suitable.

How can I identify a gluten-free egg cake?

Look for an explicit gluten-free label on the specific product and check the current packaging. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that this label may only be used under the conditions set out in Regulation (EU) No 828/2014. An egg cake isn’t gluten-free simply because it’s wholemeal.

What should I look for in a box of chocolates for colleagues?

Check the number of individually wrapped chocolates and read the allergen information for the box you choose. The Merci Gift Box described by Albert Heijn contains 32 individually wrapped chocolates. The listed ingredients include milk, hazelnut, almond and soya, and the product may contain peanuts and egg.