When stocking up, choose only egg cakes whose specific packaging is labelled gluten-free. Bolletje states that its Brosse Eierkoek contains wheat and gluten-containing cereals, so it is not suitable if you need a gluten-free option. Before placing a larger order, also check the latest allergen information and best-before date. Buying one pack first is a sensible way to see whether the product and its remaining shelf life suit you.
You want to keep egg cakes in the cupboard, but a standard version containing gluten-containing cereals does not meet your requirements. Check the gluten-free label, ingredients and allergen information on every pack.
Even with gluten-free egg cakes, you still need to look out for other allergens. The products described contain ingredients such as egg, milk or soya, and may carry warnings about other allergens. Read the latest label before buying several packs.
If you eat egg cakes regularly, the number of pieces, pack size and remaining shelf life will determine how many packs you can use. A multipack is practical when the quantity suits your consumption.
Before stocking up on gluten-free egg cakes, first check the label on the specific pack and look for any other allergens. The best-before date and pack size will then help you decide how many to buy at once.
| What to check | What to look for when buying | Who is this most important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Gluten-free label | Check the specific pack for a gluten-free label and read the ingredients list. | If I’m stocking up on egg cakes because I have coeliac disease, I don’t want to mistake a standard wheat-based version for a pack labelled gluten-free. Around 33% of consumers prioritise choosing gluten-free products. |
| Other allergens | Check which allergens are present and which are listed under ‘may contain’. | Even if a pack is labelled gluten-free, I want to know which other allergens are listed if I have an additional allergy. For around 27% of consumers, these other allergens are the main consideration. |
| Best-before date and storage | Check the remaining shelf life on delivery and follow the storage instructions on the pack. | If I’m buying several packs, I want to avoid leaving the egg cakes unused until after their best-before date. Around 20% of consumers prioritise the remaining shelf life. |
| Pack size | Compare the number of pieces and the weight per pack or multipack. | If I eat egg cakes often, I want to have enough at home without buying more packs than I can use. Around 20% of consumers prioritise finding a suitable quantity. |
A standard egg cake may contain gluten-containing cereals. For example, Bolletje lists wheat in its Brosse Eierkoek.
Use the gluten-free label on the specific pack as your first check, then read the ingredients list.
Buying several packs at once is of little use if you won’t get through them before the stated date. Albert Heijn gives a minimum of 13 days after delivery for its individual gluten-free egg cakes; Jumbo states 10+ days for Gluten Free Bakery Holland.
Choose a quantity that suits your consumption and check the date on every pack when it arrives.
The gluten-free egg cakes described by Albert Heijn and Gluten Free Bakery Holland contain egg, milk and soya. Individual products may also carry warnings about other allergens.
Before placing a larger order, check both the listed ingredients and any warnings about possible traces on the latest label.
Albert Heijn lists a 100 g pack of gluten-free egg cakes, as well as a multipack containing three individual packs.
Jumbo lists gluten-free egg cakes from Gluten Free Bakery Holland in a pack of two, weighing 100 g.
Albert Heijn listed 100 g gluten-free egg cakes from Maître Mathis as an alternative product.
Bolletje Brosse Eierkoek is an example of a standard egg cake, not a gluten-free option for stocking up.
No. The product name doesn’t tell you whether the specific pack is gluten-free. Check the gluten-free label and ingredients list; Bolletje lists gluten-containing cereals and wheat in its Brosse Eierkoek.
No. Gluten-free doesn’t mean free from other allergens. The egg cakes described by Albert Heijn and Gluten Free Bakery Holland contain egg, milk and soya. Also check the latest label for warnings about the possible presence of other allergens.
Buy a quantity you can get through before the best-before date on the packs you receive. Albert Heijn gives a minimum shelf life of 13 days after delivery for its individual gluten-free egg cakes, while Jumbo states 10+ days for Gluten Free Bakery Holland. Check the date when your order arrives.
Follow the storage instructions on the specific pack. Albert Heijn and Jumbo advise storing the products described in a cool, dry place; for Maître Mathis egg cakes, an airtight container is recommended after opening.
