Parents of a child with coeliac disease
You’re looking for an egg cake with a current gluten-free label and want to prevent contact with gluten-containing bread and crumbs when packing it. Check for other allergens separately.
Who might this choice be relevant to?
Parents looking for a ready-to-eat lunchbox snack
You want something you can take with you without having to bake. The pack size, number of egg cakes, shelf life and allergen information can help you choose the right pack.
Households with several dietary requirements
If a ready-made egg cake contains another ingredient that needs to be avoided, baking your own gives you more control over the ingredients and portions. You’ll also need to make sure the baking mix, work surface and equipment are suitable.
What should you look for when choosing?
For a packed lunch for someone with coeliac disease, first check the current gluten-free label. Then look for other allergens and decide whether a ready-made pack or baking your own is a better fit for your lunchbox routine.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Gluten-free and packed separately | Check the current gluten-free label and keep the egg cake away from gluten-containing bread and crumbs when packing it. | If my child has coeliac disease, I don’t want a suitable egg cake to come into contact with gluten in the lunchbox. Around 46% of consumers prioritise this. |
| Ready to pack without baking | Check the pack size, number of pieces and shelf life of the ready-made product. | On a busy school morning, I want to pack a lunchbox snack without needing to bake it first. Convenience comes first for around 27% of consumers. |
| Other allergens and ingredients | Read the full allergen information, including any warnings about possible traces. If you’re baking, check the mix you use too. | If my child needs to avoid ingredients other than gluten, I want to be able to check whether the egg cake is suitable. This is the top priority for around 18% of consumers. |
| Portions and nutritional information | Check how many egg cakes are in the pack and compare the nutritional information per 100 g and per portion. | For several school days, I want to know how many portions I can pack and how they fit into the lunchbox. Around 9% of consumers prioritise this. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming all egg cakes are gluten-free
According to the product information, regular AH Eierkoeken and the Bolletje Brosse Eierkoek reviewed contain gluten-containing ingredients. They are therefore not suitable alternatives for a gluten-free school lunch for a child with coeliac disease.
First look for the gluten-free label on the current packaging, then assess the product’s other features.
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Overlooking other allergens
The AH and Gluten Free Bakery Holland gluten-free egg cakes reviewed contain egg, milk and soya. Both product pages also warn that other allergens may be present, including nuts and sesame.
Check the full, current allergen information against the arrangements in place for your child and their school.
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Packing a gluten-free egg cake among gluten-containing crumbs
According to the Voedingscentrum, even a stray bread crumb can cause symptoms for someone with coeliac disease. The Dutch Coeliac Association recommends keeping gluten-free food well wrapped and separate.
Use a clean lunchbox and clean kitchen utensils. Keep the egg cake separate from gluten-containing bread, shared knives and crumb-covered worktops.
Brands to consider
AH Glutenvrij
AH Glutenvrij Eierkoeken is a ready-to-eat 100 g pack for anyone looking for an egg cake that is explicitly labelled gluten-free.
- Albert Heijn states that this product is made in a completely gluten-free environment.
- The product contains egg, milk, soya and lactose, and may contain sesame and various nuts. Check the current packaging.
Gluten Free Bakery Holland
Jumbo describes Gluten Free Bakery Holland’s gluten-free egg cakes as a pack of two, weighing 100 g in total.
- The product information lists the number of pieces and the allergens, making it easier to assess whether the pack is suitable.
- The egg cakes contain egg, milk and soya, and may contain nuts and sesame, among other allergens. Check the current packaging before use.
Bolletje
Bolletje Brosse Eierkoek is an example of a regular egg cake, not a gluten-free option for a child with coeliac disease.
- According to Bolletje, the Brosse Eierkoek and Brosse Eierkoek Kaneel reviewed contain gluten-containing cereals and wheat.
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Frequently asked questions
What does ‘gluten-free’ mean on a pack of egg cakes?
According to the European Commission, the use of the term ‘gluten-free’ is subject to European requirements. For a school lunch for someone with coeliac disease, check the label on the current packaging of the egg cakes you plan to pack.
Are gluten-free egg cakes also free from milk, egg and soya?
Not necessarily: according to the product information, both AH Glutenvrij Eierkoeken and Gluten Free Bakery Holland Eierkoeken contain egg, milk and soya. The AH version also lists lactose. Check the current information about other allergens for both products.
How can I keep a gluten-free egg cake separate in a lunchbox?
Keep the egg cake well wrapped and separate from gluten-containing bread and crumbs. Use clean kitchen utensils and a clean lunchbox. The Dutch Coeliac Association recommends keeping gluten-free food separate and well wrapped.
Can I bake gluten-free egg cakes for school myself?
Yes, baking your own is an option if you want more control over the ingredients or portions. Choose ingredients that meet the dietary requirements and prevent contact with gluten-containing products during preparation, storage and packing, as recommended by the Dutch Coeliac Association.