Who does the packaging make a difference to?

Travellers who prepare portions in advance

If you want to pack a snack for each passenger before you set off, check the number of items and the stated weight per portion. Also consider what you’ll do with the rest once the pack is open.

Families handing out snacks on the go

Individually wrapped cakes can be handy when passengers aren’t eating at the same time. Check that each cake really is wrapped separately: several mini cakes in one bag aren’t quite as convenient.

Travellers comparing labels

If you want to check sugar, energy or allergens, nutritional information per portion eaten and the current ingredients list are more useful than the word ‘mini’ on the front of the pack.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether you mainly want to plan portions or hand out cakes individually. Then compare the nutritional information, allergens and storage instructions of products that meet your needs.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Portion size Compare the number of portions and the weight per portion; also check whether the pack can be resealed after opening. If I want to set aside a cake for everyone before we leave, I need to know how many each person can take. For around 33% of consumers, planning portions comes first.
Individual wrapping Look for an explicit statement that the cakes are individually wrapped; ‘mini’ doesn’t tell you that. If passengers get hungry at different times, I want to be able to hand something out without opening a shared bag each time. This convenience matters most to around 27% of consumers.
Nutritional information and allergens Read the nutritional information per portion and check the current ingredients, allergens and any ‘may contain’ warnings. I want to know what’s in the cake I’m actually taking, especially if someone in the car needs to watch what they eat. For around 27% of consumers, checking the label is the top priority.
Texture and storage Read the storage instructions, especially for a crisp product or a cake with a milk coating. On a warm journey, I want to choose a cake that can be stored as directed on the pack and has a texture I enjoy. Around 13% of consumers give this the highest priority.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming ‘mini’ tells you everything you need to know about nutrition

    A smaller size makes it easier to count the cakes, but it doesn’t tell you how much sugar or energy a portion contains. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends checking the ingredients and nutritional information too.

    Compare products per cake or per stated portion, and decide how many you want to take before you set off.

  • Confusing mini cakes with individually wrapped cakes

    Several mini egg cakes may come in one pack. If so, the rest of the pack is left open when you take one out on the road.

    If handing them out individually matters, check that the pack explicitly says ‘individually wrapped’. Otherwise, you can separate the portions and wrap them yourself before setting off.

  • Leaving the allergen label until you’re on the road

    The products mentioned contain ingredients such as egg, milk, soya or wheat; some also warn that they may contain traces of other allergens. The warnings vary from product to product.

    Check the current label when you buy, including the ingredients list and any ‘may contain’ warnings. Check it again if you buy the same cakes later.

  • Leaving a cake with a milk coating in a hot car

    The product information for Bolletje Brosse Eierkoeken met Melklaagje says they should be protected from heat.

    Bear the storage instructions in mind when choosing, and don’t leave these cakes in direct sunlight during your journey.

Brands and products to compare

The packs mentioned offer different options for a car journey: a set mini portion, an individual wrapper or a standard sharing pack.

Albert Heijn

AH Mini eierkoeken are listed as eight portions of 28 g.

  • The number of portions and weight per portion make it easier to divide them up in advance.
  • Seal the pack carefully after use. Check the current label for ingredients including egg, milk, wheat and soya.

Jumbo

Jumbo Mini Eierkoeken are listed as ten portions of 25 g.

  • The stated portion size makes it easy to work out how much to take.
  • Don’t assume that each cake is individually wrapped; check the pack if that matters for your journey.

Bolletje

According to the product information published by Jumbo, Bolletje Brosse Eierkoeken met Melklaagje are individually wrapped; ten cakes weigh 155 g in total.

  • An individual wrapper is handy for handing them out at different times during the journey.
  • These crisp cakes have a milk coating and need to be protected from heat. Check the label for allergens and possible traces too.

Lidl

Lidl lists a pack of 12 egg cakes weighing 360 g.

  • A standard sharing pack may suit a group who want to divide the cakes up themselves.
  • Don’t assume this pack is directly comparable with mini portions or individually wrapped cakes; check the product information for those features.

ALDI

ALDI lists Heerlijck Banket Scharreleierkoeken as a pack of 12 weighing 360 g.

  • This standard pack is an option if you want to take cakes for several travellers.
  • Compare the size and packaging separately if you’re specifically looking for small portions or individual wrappers.

Verkade

Verkade makes biscuits and cookies. To compare it with mini egg cakes, you’ll need a specific egg cake product.

  • Check the product name and packaging before choosing a Verkade product as an alternative to mini egg cakes.

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Frequently asked questions

Which mini egg cakes can I hand out individually in the car?

According to the product information published by Jumbo, Bolletje Brosse Eierkoeken met Melklaagje are individually wrapped. You can’t tell from the size whether a bag of mini egg cakes contains individually wrapped cakes, so check the packaging.

How do I compare the nutritional information for mini egg cakes?

Compare the amount you actually eat: per cake or per stated portion, as well as the values per 100 g. Jumbo lists 78 kcal and 8.1 g of sugars per 25 g portion for its Mini Eierkoeken; check the current nutritional information for other products.

Which allergens should I check on the label?

Check the ingredients and allergens on the specific pack; the egg cakes mentioned include ingredients such as egg, milk, soya and wheat. Read any ‘may contain’ warnings too, as these vary by product. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains the mandatory allergen labelling requirements for prepacked foods.

How should I take egg cakes with me on a hot car journey?

Follow the storage instructions for your chosen product. Albert Heijn says to store AH Mini eierkoeken in a cool, dry place and reseal the pack carefully after use; according to the product information, Bolletje Brosse Eierkoeken met Melklaagje should be protected from heat.

Does ‘mini’ tell you anything about the nutritional value of an egg cake?

No. ‘Mini’ describes the size, not the nutritional value. If you want to know what’s in each cake you take with you, check the portion size, ingredients and nutritional information for that product.