Who are smaller portions useful for?

The number of cakes in a pack helps you plan your coffee table, but portion size, texture and ingredients all determine whether a variety is right for your guests.

If you want to count out portions in advance

If you want to put out one small egg cake per guest, packs with a stated number of portions make planning easy. Albert Heijn lists 8 portions for its soft mini egg cakes; Jumbo lists 10.

If you’re looking for a crisp treat

A crisp egg cake is different from a soft mini. Bolletje says its crisp egg cakes with a milk coating are individually wrapped, which can be handy if guests are arriving at different times.

If you need to take allergens into account

If you’re serving guests who need to avoid certain ingredients, check the exact packaging before you buy. The product ranges mentioned include ingredients such as egg, wheat or gluten, milk and soya; some packs also warn that they may contain traces of other allergens.

What should you look for when choosing?

Decide how many cakes you want to serve, then choose between soft and crisp. If a guest needs to avoid an allergen, checking the ingredients comes before choosing a size or presentation.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Portions you can count Compare the number of cakes and the weight per portion: Jumbo lists 10 portions of 25 g, while Albert Heijn lists 8 portions of 28 g. I want to know in advance whether I can put out one small egg cake for each guest. Around 46% of consumers prioritise planning portions.
Texture and presentation Choose between soft and crisp, and check whether the cakes are individually wrapped. The crisp Bolletje variety has a milk coating and a sprinkling of sugar. If friends arrive at different times, I want to be able to choose between a soft cake on a plate and an individually wrapped, crisp treat. Texture and presentation come first for around 27% of consumers.
Ingredients and allergens Read the ingredients list and allergen information on the specific pack, including any warnings about possible traces. I want to check first whether everyone can eat the cakes I’m offering; choosing the right size isn’t enough. An estimated 27% of consumers prioritise checking ingredients and allergens.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming ‘mini’ always means the same portion size

    According to their product information, Jumbo and Albert Heijn’s soft mini egg cakes already differ in portion weight: 25 g and 28 g respectively. Bolletje lists its crisp variety at around 15.5 g per cake.

    Compare both the number of cakes and the weight per portion or per cake before deciding how many packs you need.

  • Thinking a crisp egg cake is the same kind of treat

    Bolletje Brosse Eierkoeken have a milk coating and a sprinkling of sugar. This makes them different in texture and ingredients from the soft mini egg cakes mentioned above.

    Decide which texture you want to serve in advance, rather than choosing based on the small size alone.

  • Skipping the allergen check because the cake is small

    Even small egg cakes can contain egg, wheat or gluten, milk and soya. Streeckgenoten also lists possible traces of nuts, sesame and lupin.

    Check the current packaging for the exact variety. If you’re buying unwrapped cakes, ask for allergen information before you buy.

  • Not sealing an opened pack properly

    How you store any leftover cakes matters if you plan to serve them at another coffee get-together.

    Seal the pack properly after opening and follow the use-by date and storage instructions on the packaging. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends keeping biscuits in a cool, dry, dark place.

Brands and product ranges to consider

These product ranges show which differences in portions, texture and packaging matter for this coffee get-together. The details apply to the specific varieties mentioned.

Jumbo

Jumbo Mini Eierkoeken are soft mini egg cakes sold in a pack of 10, weighing 250 g in total, with 10 stated portions of 25 g.

  • The stated number of portions makes it easy to plan one cake per guest in advance.
  • The product information lists ingredients including egg, gluten, milk, soya and wheat. Check whether it’s suitable for your guests.

Albert Heijn

AH Mini eierkoeken are soft mini egg cakes, sold in packs of 8, with a stated portion size of 28 g.

  • The 8 stated portions are useful when you’re planning one cake per person for a smaller group.
  • The product information lists ingredients including egg, milk, cereals containing gluten, soya and wheat. Check the label on the pack you buy.

Streeckgenoten

According to the product information, Streeckgenoten Mini brosse eierkoek provides 10 portions in a 100 g pack.

  • An option if you specifically want to serve a small, crisp egg cake.
  • The product page lists ingredients including wheat, egg, soya and milk, and warns of possible traces of nuts, sesame and lupin.

Bolletje

According to the product information, Bolletje Brosse Eierkoeken met Melklaagje are individually wrapped; a pack contains 10 cakes of around 15.5 g each.

  • The individual wrapping can be practical if your guests aren’t arriving at the same time.
  • The crisp egg cake has a milk coating and a sprinkling of sugar, so it isn’t a soft, plain mini. Be sure to check the allergen information too.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I find allergen information for packaged mini egg cakes?

Check the label on the exact pack you’re buying. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains that allergens from the legally required list of 14 must be declared on the label. Check for any warnings about possible traces too.

Are mini egg cakes automatically gluten-free?

No. The size tells you nothing about the ingredients. The product information for the AH and Jumbo mini varieties mentioned lists wheat and gluten or cereals containing gluten. Always check the exact variety for a gluten-free claim.

How should I store egg cakes from an opened pack?

Seal the pack properly and follow the storage instructions and use-by date on the packaging. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends keeping biscuits in a cool, dry, dark place.

Which egg cakes are handy if guests arrive later?

Individually wrapped egg cakes can be handy in that situation: according to the product information, Bolletje Brosse Eierkoeken are individually wrapped. Bear in mind that this variety is crisp, with a milk coating and a sprinkling of sugar, unlike the soft mini varieties mentioned above.