Who is this choice relevant to?

Commuters looking for something sweet to take with them

You want something you can eat without any preparation, but also want to decide whether an egg cake fits in with the rest of your breakfast.

Shoppers comparing egg cakes

You compare standard, wholegrain and possibly gluten-free options by portion size, fibre, sugars, ingredients and allergens.

Shoppers looking for a gift as well

You want to pick up chocolate as a gift alongside your usual shopping, without confusing that purchase with your breakfast choice.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether you want something to eat on the go or something to give as a gift. When comparing egg cakes, check the portion size and nutritional information for the specific option. Judge a chocolate gift on its presentation, ingredients and allergens.

What to consider What to check before buying Who should pay particular attention?
Convenience on the go Check the weight of each cake and the number of cakes in the pack. Albert Heijn lists a 30 g portion for its standard egg cake. When I’m in a hurry, I want to be able to take something with me and eat it without preparation. Around 31% of consumers prioritise this convenience.
What makes up your breakfast Compare fibre and sugars per 100 g and per portion, and think about what else you eat for breakfast. If you’re considering having egg cakes for breakfast more often, you’ll want to know how they fit with other breakfast foods. For around 31% of consumers, this is the most important factor.
Allergens and dietary requirements Read the current ingredients list and any warnings about possible cross-contamination. The gluten-free label says nothing about other allergens. If I need to avoid gluten or watch out for other allergens, I need to be able to identify the right option. This is the main concern for around 23% of consumers.
Suitable as a gift For chocolate, consider the presentation, any personalisation options and the ingredients that matter to the recipient. For a thank-you gift, I’m looking for something suitable to give, not something for breakfast. Around 15% of consumers prioritise gifting.

Common mistakes

  • Thinking an egg cake is a complete breakfast because you know its kcal per cake

    Albert Heijn lists 94 kcal for its standard egg cake, which weighs 30 g, alongside 1,4 g of fibre and 31 g of sugars per 100 g. The kcal per cake do not tell you what else you eat for breakfast.

    Choose an egg cake for convenience, then consider separately whether your breakfast also includes other foods, such as fruit or a wholegrain product.

  • Assuming wholegrain means low in sugars

    Albert Heijn and Jumbo list 3,5 g and 3,9 g of fibre per 100 g respectively for their wholegrain egg cakes, but also 31 g and 33,6 g of sugars per 100 g. These figures apply to these specific options, not every wholegrain egg cake.

    Compare the fibre, sugars and portion size on the packaging of the options you’re choosing between.

  • Overlooking other allergens when choosing gluten-free

    Albert Heijn’s gluten-free egg cakes also list egg, milk and soya. So the gluten-free label does not answer every question about allergens.

    Check the current ingredients list and any cross-contamination warnings every time you buy.

  • Comparing a box of chocolates with an alternative breakfast

    A chocolate gift and an egg cake answer different shopping needs here: one is intended as a gift, while the other is a sweet snack for eating on the go.

    Choose chocolate based on whether it suits the recipient, and consider your breakfast separately.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

Own-brand standard, wholegrain and gluten-free egg cakes to compare option by option.

  • For the options reviewed, Albert Heijn provides portion, nutritional and allergen information.
  • Both the standard and wholegrain options list sugars. Check the current packaging before choosing based on ingredients.

Jumbo

Own-brand range including standard, mini and wholegrain egg cakes.

  • Jumbo’s product information lists 3,9 g of fibre and 33,6 g of sugars per 100 g for its wholegrain egg cakes.
  • Compare the specific pack and option you’re buying. The range does not indicate stock at any individual shop.

Bolletje

A brand to consider if you’re looking for an egg cake with a different flavour and texture.

  • Bolletje describes its Brosse Eierkoek Kaneel as having cinnamon and a milk coating.
  • Check the ingredients and allergens for this option. Its flavour and texture do not tell you whether it makes a complete breakfast.

Heerlijck Banket

ALDI own-brand free-range egg cakes, sold in a pack of 12.

  • ALDI lists 12 cakes and a total weight of 360 g for this pack.
  • Check the current packaging label for ingredients, nutritional values and allergens.

Verkade

A chocolate brand for a separate gift purchase, including personalised gift boxes.

  • Verkade describes a chocolate gift containing two bars, with space for a personal message or photo.
  • A chocolate gift serves a different purpose from breakfast on the go. Also check the ingredients for the recipient.

Chocolate for a gifting occasion at Joybuy

This chocolate collection is suited to a separate thank-you or gifting occasion. Assess egg cakes for eating on the go separately, based on portion size, ingredients and allergens.

Merci Petits Chocolate Collection, 125 g

Merci Petits Chocolate Collection, 125 g

A chocolate collection for a separate thank-you occasion, not for choosing an egg cake for breakfast.

Contents: 125 g. Check the current label for ingredients and allergens that may matter to the recipient.

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Frequently asked questions

Is one egg cake a complete quick breakfast?

Not necessarily. An egg cake can be handy to take with you, but consider what else you eat. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists wholegrain products and fruit among its breakfast options, so look beyond the kcal per cake.

Does a wholegrain egg cake contain less sugar?

You can’t tell from the word ‘wholegrain’. Albert Heijn lists 31 g of sugars per 100 g for both its standard and wholegrain egg cakes, while the stated fibre values differ. Compare the nutritional information for the options you’re thinking of buying.

What should I look for in a gluten-free egg cake?

Choose an option explicitly labelled gluten-free, and also check the current label for other allergens. For example, Albert Heijn’s gluten-free egg cakes also list egg, milk and soya.

When should I choose a box of chocolates instead of egg cakes?

Choose a box of chocolates if you’re looking for a gift or thank-you present, not as a replacement for breakfast. For a gift, consider the presentation, any personalisation options and any ingredients that matter to the recipient.