People who exercise and want less sugar
You want a Dutch egg cake with a substantiated comparative claim, and also check the sugar content per 100 g and per serving.
Who might these options suit?
People who eat shortly before training
You’re looking for a small snack to stave off hunger, and choose a portion that sits well with you rather than focusing only on the sugar content.
People considering wholemeal options
You have more time before training and want to compare fibre content. A wholemeal Dutch egg cake doesn’t automatically contain less sugar.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether less sugar is your main priority or whether the short time before training matters more. Then compare the figures per 100 g and the portion you plan to eat.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Less sugar | Check what a reduction claim is compared with, and read the sugar content per 100 g and per serving. | If less sugar is my priority, I don’t want to rely on the word ‘wholemeal’ alone. Around 36% of consumers put this need first. |
| Timing and portion size | Consider how long it is until training and choose a portion that you find comfortable to eat. | Just before exercise, I want a small snack so I don’t start with a full stomach. This matters most to around 29% of consumers. |
| Fibre | Compare fibre and sugar separately per 100 g, and consider when you’ll be eating. | When I have more time before training, fibre content matters to me, even if wholemeal doesn’t mean less sugar. This is the main priority for around 21% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the current ingredients and allergen information on the packaging. | If I need to avoid certain ingredients, the product information must fit my diet first. Around 14% of consumers give this the highest priority. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming ‘wholemeal’ means ‘less sugar’
Albert Heijn lists 31 g of sugars per 100 g for both AH Eierkoeken and AH Eierkoeken volkoren. In this comparison, then, the wholemeal name tells you nothing about sugar reduction.
Compare the sugar content per 100 g and per serving; assess fibre as a separate feature.
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Assuming a crisp Dutch egg cake is automatically a lighter option
According to Albert Heijn’s product information, Bolletje Brosse eierkoek melk contains 42 g of sugars and 12 g of fat per 100 g. A crisp texture doesn’t indicate a lower sugar content.
Check the nutritional information for the variant you choose, and decide which portion feels right for you shortly before training.
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Confusing gluten-free with lower sugar
According to Albert Heijn, AH Glutenvrij Eierkoeken contains 33 g of sugars per 100 g. The gluten-free label answers a different question from how much sugar a Dutch egg cake contains.
Check dietary claims and sugar content separately on the current packaging.
Brands to compare
De Maro
De Maro’s own product information mentions a Dutch egg cake variant with 30% less sugar.
- The comparative claim makes this variant worth considering if reducing sugar is your main priority.
- Before choosing, also check the sugar content per 100 g and per serving, the ingredients and the allergens on the packaging.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn sells regular, wholemeal and gluten-free Dutch egg cakes, with product information that can be compared separately.
- According to Albert Heijn, its regular and wholemeal Dutch egg cakes contain 1.4 g and 3.5 g of fibre per 100 g, respectively.
- Both variants list 31 g of sugars per 100 g; the gluten-free variant lists 33 g per 100 g.
Jumbo
Jumbo Eierkoeken Volkoren is a wholemeal option whose fibre and sugar content you can compare.
- Jumbo lists 3.9 g of fibre per 100 g for this variant.
- The same product information lists 33.6 g of sugars per 100 g; in this case, wholemeal doesn’t mean less sugar.
Bolletje
Brosse eierkoek is mainly an alternative in terms of texture and taste, not a substantiated way to reduce sugar.
- Bolletje describes its Brosse eierkoek as having a sugar topping.
- Albert Heijn lists 42 g of sugars and 12 g of fat per 100 g for Bolletje Brosse eierkoek melk.
Heerlijck Banket (ALDI)
ALDI describes Heerlijck Banket Scharreleierkoeken as a regular variant.
- The product information lists a pack of 12.
- For a comparison of sugar, ingredients and allergens, use the nutritional information on the packaging.
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Frequently asked questions
Does a wholemeal Dutch egg cake automatically contain less sugar?
No. Albert Heijn lists 31 g of sugars per 100 g for both its regular and wholemeal Dutch egg cakes; Jumbo lists 33.6 g per 100 g for its wholemeal Dutch egg cakes. Compare the sugar content of the specific products rather than relying on the word ‘wholemeal’.
When should I eat a Dutch egg cake before exercise?
The timing depends on what and how much you eat: the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends having a proper meal around 2 to 3 hours before exercise. If you want to eat a Dutch egg cake closer to your training session, choose a small portion and consider what feels comfortable for you.
Is a gluten-free Dutch egg cake also a lower-sugar option?
Not automatically. According to Albert Heijn, AH Glutenvrij Eierkoeken contains 33 g of sugars per 100 g. Check the gluten-free claim and the sugar content separately on the current packaging.
What does ‘30% less sugar’ mean for a Dutch egg cake?
It’s a comparative claim, not an indication of how many grams of sugar you’ll eat. The European Commission says that a claim about a reduced content requires a reduction of at least 30% compared with a similar product. Also check what the comparison is based on and the absolute sugar content per 100 g and per serving.