Who should consider the size?

Shoppers who want to plan portions

You want to set aside one snack at a time for the week. Check the number of cakes and the weight per portion: according to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, portion or pack size can affect how much you eat.

Shoppers stocking up for the week

You want to know how many individual snacks you’ll get from a pack. AH lists eight mini eierkoeken per pack and Jumbo lists ten, but the portion weight also differs.

Shoppers checking ingredients and allergens

You check the label before buying if ingredients or allergens matter to you. The products listed here include ingredients such as egg, wheat, milk and soya; check the packaging of the product you choose.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide how many individual snacks you want to plan for the week, then compare the size and the information on the packaging.

What to consider What to check Who it matters to
Portion size Compare the weight per piece and the number of pieces you want to have as one portion. AH lists 28 g and Jumbo 25 g per portion; for Streeckgenoten, 100 g divided into ten pieces works out at around 10 g per piece on average. If I want to take one cake with me, its size needs to suit what I consider a snack. For around 40% of shoppers, keeping portions clearly defined comes first.
Pack contents Count the pieces when planning for the week, and check the weight per piece too: AH has eight pieces per pack, Jumbo ten and Streeckgenoten ten smaller pieces. When I stock up on several snacks at once, I want to know how many planned portions I’ll get from the pack. Around 30% of shoppers prioritise having enough in stock for the week.
Label Check the current ingredients, allergens and nutritional information per portion. For Streeckgenoten, also look for the stated possibility of traces of nuts, sesame and lupin. If ingredients or allergens are decisive for me, I need to be able to assess the label on the exact pack I’m buying. For around 30% of shoppers, label information is the first thing they consider.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming ‘mini’ tells you about nutritional information

    The name describes the size, not the ingredients. For example, Jumbo lists 8,1 g of sugars per 25 g portion.

    If nutritional information matters to you, compare it per portion rather than judging by the size of the cake alone.

  • Assuming a crisp or coated cake is the same as a soft mini

    A different variety may also have different ingredients and nutritional values. Bolletje Brosse Eierkoeken met Melklaagje, for example, is a different product from the soft mini eierkoeken in this comparison.

    Check the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information for each variety separately.

  • Relying only on old product information

    Packaging information can change. This is particularly important if you’re checking ingredients or allergens.

    When doing your weekly shop, read the label on the pack you’re actually buying.

Brands with relevant mini eierkoeken

Albert Heijn

According to Albert Heijn, AH Mini eierkoeken contains eight pieces per pack, with a stated portion size of 28 g.

  • Individually wrapped portions are not listed, so plan how many cakes you’ll have using the eight stated portions.
  • The product information lists ingredients including egg, wheat, milk and soya. Check the current label if allergens are important to your choice.

Jumbo

According to Jumbo, Jumbo Mini Eierkoeken contains ten pieces in a 250 g pack, with a stated portion size of 25 g.

  • The ten stated portions make it clear how many planned snacks you’ll get per pack.
  • The product information lists 8,1 g of sugars per portion and includes ingredients such as wheat, egg, milk and soya.

Streeckgenoten

Streeckgenoten Mini brosse eierkoek is a crisp variety with ten pieces per 100 g, averaging around 10 g per piece.

  • Its smaller, crisp format offers an alternative to a soft mini eierkoek weighing 25 g or 28 g.
  • Albert Heijn lists this product as available in store only. The product information also mentions possible traces of nuts, lupin and sesame.

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Frequently asked questions

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

No, ‘mini’ describes the size, not the nutritional value. Check the label for nutritional information per portion; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre points out that the composition of snacks varies.

Which allergens should I check in these mini eierkoeken?

Check the current label on the pack you’ve chosen. AH and Jumbo product information lists ingredients including egg, wheat, milk and soya; Streeckgenoten also mentions possible traces of nuts, sesame and lupin. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergens must be clearly listed on the labels of prepacked foods.

How should I store an opened pack of mini eierkoeken?

Follow the instructions on the packaging and reseal an opened pack as directed. AH says to store in a cool, dry place and close the packaging properly after use; Jumbo says to store in a dry, dark place. Also check the use-by date on the pack.