Families with a full biscuit tin
You’re making oliebollen for several people and would also like to serve egg cakes. Albert Heijn, Jumbo and ALDI offer packs of 10 or 12; consider how many your group is likely to need.
Who is this choice relevant to?
Shoppers looking to serve smaller portions
If children or guests would prefer a smaller egg cake, a mini pack could be a good fit. Jumbo lists its Mini Eierkoeken as 25 g portions.
Shoppers comparing labels
You want to check the ingredients, nutritional information or allergens on the exact pack before serving the egg cakes. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority points out that allergens must be listed on the label of prepacked foods.
What should you look for?
Decide how many egg cakes you want to serve alongside the oliebollen, then choose between standard portions, mini egg cakes and a wholemeal variety. Always check the label on the pack you choose.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Best suited to |
|---|---|---|
| Enough egg cakes | Compare the number of cakes and the total weight: the standard packs listed contain either 10 cakes and 300 g or 12 cakes and 360 g. | I want to have enough egg cakes ready for everyone without lots left over. Around 37% of consumers prioritise having enough in stock. |
| Smaller portions | Check the weight per portion and the number of cakes; Jumbo Mini Eierkoeken contain 10 portions of 25 g. | I want to be able to offer a smaller cake to children or a changing number of guests. Portion size is the main consideration for around 27% of consumers. |
| Wholemeal and fibre | Compare the fibre per 100 g on the label of the specific variety, and check the other nutritional information too. | I want to assess the nutritional value of the wholemeal variety in particular. This is the main consideration for around 18% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients list and allergen information on the exact pack you’re buying, including any warnings about traces. | If a guest needs to avoid certain ingredients, I want to know what this variety contains. Around 18% of consumers give this check top priority. |
Common mistakes
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Going by the name of the egg cake
‘Mini’ or ‘wholemeal’ doesn’t tell you which allergens the exact product contains. Albert Heijn, Jumbo and Bolletje list allergens including egg, milk, cereals containing gluten and soya for some of their varieties.
Check the current label on the pack you’ve chosen before serving. Don’t assume it’s suitable for a guest based on the product name or on the existence of a separate gluten-free range.
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Buying more packs than you can use
You may need several packs for a large group, but once opened, you’ll also need to think about how to store any leftovers.
Choose the number of packs to suit your guests, check the use-by date and follow the storage instructions on the packaging. Albert Heijn advises closing its packaging securely after use.
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Confusing your snack choice with safe deep-frying
Serve egg cakes separately from the oliebollen; they don’t change the precautions needed when deep-frying.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends frying oliebollen at 175 °C and filling a deep-fat fryer with oil no more than halfway. Keep the egg cakes away from the hot frying area.
Brands to consider
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn offers standard and wholemeal egg cakes in 360 g packs, with 12 portions of 30 g.
- The product information lists portions, ingredients, allergens, nutritional values and storage advice.
- The varieties differ in composition, so check the information on the pack you’re buying.
Jumbo
Jumbo offers standard egg cakes in a 10-piece, 300 g pack, mini egg cakes in a 10-piece, 250 g pack, and a 300 g wholemeal variety.
- The mini variety lists 25 g portions; for its wholemeal variety, Jumbo lists 3.9 g of fibre per 100 g.
- Check the allergens for each variety: the availability of a separate gluten-free product doesn’t tell you anything about these egg cakes.
ALDI / Heerlijck Banket
ALDI lists Heerlijck Banket Scharreleierkoeken in a pack of 12, weighing 360 g.
- The stated quantity and weight make it easy to compare this pack with other family packs.
- Check the ingredients and allergens on the pack before serving it to guests.
Lidl
Lidl lists egg cakes in a pack of 12 as part of a limited-time in-store offer running from 5 to 11 October 2026.
- The number of cakes gives you a starting point if you’re looking for egg cakes for several people.
- Check the current in-store range and read the weight, ingredients and allergens on the packaging.
Bolletje
Bolletje describes its Brosse Eierkoek as a crisp-textured alternative to the usual soft egg cake.
- This variety is worth considering if you’d like to serve a different texture alongside the oliebollen.
- This product description doesn’t specify a family pack. Bolletje lists allergens including egg, milk, wheat and soya; check the label of the variety you choose.
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Frequently asked questions
How many egg cakes do I need alongside oliebollen?
Choose the quantity to suit your group and what else you’re serving. Albert Heijn and ALDI offer packs of 12 weighing 360 g; Jumbo also offers a standard pack of 10 weighing 300 g. There’s no need for a larger pack if you think you’ll have egg cakes left over.
When should I choose mini egg cakes?
Mini egg cakes are a good choice if you want to serve smaller individual portions. Jumbo lists its mini variety as 10 portions of 25 g; compare the total weight with a standard pack if you’re looking to fill the biscuit tin.
Where can I find the allergens in egg cakes?
Read the allergen information on the packaging of the exact variety you’re buying. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergens must be listed on the label of prepacked foods; don’t rely on the words ‘mini’ or ‘wholemeal’ alone.
How should I store an opened pack of egg cakes?
Follow the instructions on the pack and close an opened pack as directed. For the products listed, Albert Heijn and Jumbo recommend storing them in a cool, dry, dark place; Albert Heijn also says to close the packaging securely after use.