Who is this choice relevant to?

People handing out treats who want to plan portions

If you’re handing out egg cakes around the time of the procession, a stated pack quantity makes it easier to work out how many packs you’ll need. The total weight also helps when comparing packs.

Shoppers who need to check allergens

For a mixed group, you can’t tell which allergens are present just from the name ‘egg cake’. Check the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging of the variety you choose. Albert Heijn notes that product information can change.

Shoppers who care about texture

If you prefer a crisp egg cake, you’ll make a different choice from someone mainly looking for small portions that are easy to count out. For a crisp variety, check the ingredients and size too.

What should you look for when buying?

First decide how many individual cakes you want to hand out, then check the label on the pack you’ve chosen. You can only compare size and texture properly once you know which product meets your practical requirements.

What to consider What should you check? Who is this important for?
Portions and size Check the number of pieces and the total weight; don’t rely on the word ‘mini’ alone. If I want to hand out one cake per person quickly, I need to know in advance how many pieces are in a pack. Around 38% of consumers prioritise planning portions.
Allergens Read the ingredients, allergen labelling and any warnings on the current packaging. When handing treats out to a mixed group, I want to know exactly what’s in this particular variety. For around 31% of consumers, checking the label is the top priority.
Availability Check whether your chosen variety is available and how many packs you’ll need for the number of portions you’re planning. If I’m buying for a group, I want to be able to get enough packs of the same variety. Around 23% of consumers focus mainly on this kind of planning.
Texture Choose between a standard mini egg cake and a crisp variety; if you opt for the latter, check its size too. Once I’ve decided how I’ll hand them out, I can base my choice mainly on the texture I prefer. For around 8% of consumers, this is the deciding factor.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming ‘mini’ means a standard portion weight

    The name alone doesn’t tell you how many pieces are in a pack or how much they weigh altogether. Jumbo lists its Mini Eierkoeken as containing 10 pieces and weighing 250 g. Use details like these to plan how many to hand out, but don’t assume that each individual cake weighs the same.

    Compare the number of pieces and the total weight of the pack you’re planning to buy.

  • Assuming you know the allergens from the product category

    Ingredients vary between varieties. Bolletje lists egg, cereals containing gluten, milk, wheat and soya, among other ingredients, in its Brosse Eierkoek. This isn’t an ingredients list for other egg cakes.

    Before handing them out, read the allergen information on the current packaging of the product you’ve chosen.

  • Assuming a crisp egg cake is the same kind of portion to hand out

    A different texture or a coating on the cake doesn’t tell you how many pieces are in the pack or how big they are. A crisp variety won’t necessarily meet your needs if you’re looking for small portions that are easy to count individually.

    Decide whether mini size or crisp texture matters more, then check the pack contents.

Brands and product ranges to consider

Jumbo

Jumbo lists Mini Eierkoeken in a pack containing 10 pieces and weighing 250 g.

  • The stated number of pieces makes it easier to count out portions.
  • Check the ingredients and allergens on the current packaging before handing out the cakes.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists AH Mini eierkoeken and Streeckgenoten Mini brosse eierkoek as separate products.

  • You can assess a standard mini egg cake and a mini crisp variety separately.
  • Check the pack contents and nutritional information on each pack. Albert Heijn warns that product information can change.

Bolletje

Bolletje describes its Brosse Eierkoek as a crisp egg cake with a milk coating, not as a mini egg cake.

  • The product information highlights its texture and lists ingredients that are relevant when checking for allergens.
  • If you want small portions to hand out, don’t assume it comes in a mini size. Check the allergens on the packaging too.

Heerlijck Banket

ALDI lists Heerlijck Banket Scharreleierkoeken as standard egg cakes in a pack of 12.

  • The stated number of pieces can help you plan how many to hand out.
  • This isn’t a mini variety, so don’t choose this pack solely because you want to hand out small egg cakes.

Joybuy products

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Frequently asked questions

How many mini egg cakes do I need to hand out?

First count how many individual portions you want to hand out, then compare that with the number of pieces in each pack. Jumbo lists 10 pieces in its Mini Eierkoeken; for any other variety, check the pack quantity before deciding how many packs to take.

Should I check the allergen label on mini egg cakes?

Yes. Check the allergen information on the exact pack you plan to hand out. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority stresses the importance of allergen information on food labels. Don’t rely on the product name or information for a different variety.

Can I rely on the name of an egg cake if allergens are important?

No. The name doesn’t provide full ingredients or allergen information. Bolletje lists egg, cereals containing gluten, milk, wheat and soya, among other ingredients, in its Brosse Eierkoek. Check the current label for every other product.

Does mini size tell me anything about nutritional value?

No. ‘Mini’ describes the size and doesn’t indicate nutritional value in itself. If nutritional composition matters to your choice, compare the information for the products you’re considering, for example per 100 g and, where stated, per portion.

How should I store egg cakes until the procession?

Follow the storage instructions and check the best-before date on the pack you’ve bought. This way, you can plan based on the guidance for the egg cakes you’ll actually be handing out.