Who might find a smaller size handy?

If you want to take one with you without having to divide it

An egg cake that comes as a single piece can go straight into your bag or lunchbox. Check whether the pieces are individually wrapped too, as this varies by product.

If you want to choose a single snack portion

A stated piece weight helps you choose a portion in advance. Also check the nutritional information per portion and per 100 g: ‘mini’ on its own tells you nothing about the ingredients.

If you need to check for allergens

The products described by Albert Heijn and Jumbo list ingredients including egg, milk, wheat or gluten, and soya. Check the latest label for the product you choose, including any warnings about traces.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, decide what piece size and packaging suit the occasion. Then compare the nutritional information and ingredients of the products you are considering.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Taking one with you Check the number of pieces, the weight per piece and whether the egg cakes are individually wrapped. If I want a quick snack, I need to be able to pack or share a piece straight away without dividing it; convenience is the top priority for around 29% of consumers.
Portion size Compare the weight per piece and the nutritional information per portion and per 100 g. If I want to choose a single snack portion, a clear piece weight is more useful than the word ‘mini’ alone; portion size is the main consideration for around 36% of consumers.
Crisp texture Read the product description and ingredients if you are looking for a crisp egg cake with a coating rather than a soft variety. With my coffee, I sometimes prefer a small, crisp piece rather than a soft egg cake; around 14% of consumers favour this style of product.
Allergens Check the latest label for ingredients and any warnings about traces. If I have a food allergy, I need to be able to judge whether this particular product is suitable for me; for around 21% of consumers, checking allergens is the main consideration.

Pitfalls when choosing mini egg cakes

  • Assuming ‘mini’ says something about nutritional value

    A smaller piece does not automatically have different ingredients. Albert Heijn lists 38 g of sugars per 100 g for AH Mini Eierkoeken, Jumbo lists 32.3 g for Jumbo Mini Eierkoeken, and Bolletje Brosse Eierkoeken met melklaagje contains 42 g.

    Check the nutritional information per 100 g to compare products, and per portion to see what you get in one piece.

  • Comparing only the number of pieces

    A pack with more egg cakes does not necessarily contain smaller pieces. Albert Heijn lists a 28 g portion for AH Mini Eierkoeken, Jumbo lists 25 g for Jumbo Mini Eierkoeken, and the Bolletje variety with a milk coating weighs around 15.5 g per piece.

    Compare the stated weight per piece. If the pack only gives the total weight and number of pieces, you can use these to work out the average weight per piece.

  • Skipping the label because it is an egg cake

    The products described list ingredients including egg, milk, wheat or gluten, and soya; some also carry warnings about possible traces. Ingredients can vary from one product to another.

    If you have an allergy, check the latest packaging for the specific product, even if you already know the name.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists AH Mini Eierkoeken as a pack of eight soft egg cakes, with a portion size of 28 g.

  • The stated portion weight makes it easy to compare pieces.
  • Check the label too: Albert Heijn lists 38 g of sugars per 100 g and several allergens.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists Jumbo Mini Eierkoeken as a pack of ten, with ten portions of 25 g.

  • The number of pieces and weight per portion are clearly stated, which is helpful if you want to stock up.
  • Jumbo lists 8.1 g of sugars per 25 g portion and allergens including egg, milk, soya and wheat.

Bolletje

The Bolletje Brosse Eierkoeken met melklaagje listed by Jumbo are crisp, individually wrapped pieces weighing around 15.5 g each.

  • The individual wrapping is handy if you want to take a small piece with you.
  • This is not a soft mini egg cake. Jumbo lists 42 g of sugars and 12 g of fat per 100 g for this variety; check the allergens and possible traces too.

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Frequently asked questions

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

No. ‘Mini’ describes the size; it is not a judgement on nutritional value. For a single snack, compare the information per piece. To compare differences in ingredients, look at the values per 100 g. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends looking beyond the front of the pack and checking the ingredients and nutritional information table too.

How big are the small egg cakes described here?

Albert Heijn lists a 28 g portion for AH Mini Eierkoeken; Jumbo lists a 25 g portion for Jumbo Mini Eierkoeken and around 15.5 g per piece for Bolletje Brosse Eierkoeken met melklaagje. Albert Heijn also lists ten pieces in 100 g for Streeckgenoten Mini brosse eierkoek, which works out at around 10 g per piece on average. When comparing them, bear in mind the difference between soft and crisp varieties.

Is online product information enough if you have an allergy?

If you have an allergy, always check the latest label on the product you are buying. The egg cakes described list different allergens and sometimes possible traces; the information on a product page may differ from what is on the packaging.

How should I store mini egg cakes after buying them?

Follow the storage instructions and best-before date on the packaging for your product. Albert Heijn advises storing AH Mini Eierkoeken in a cool, dry place and closing the pack tightly after use; Jumbo advises storing Jumbo Mini Eierkoeken in a dry, dark place.