For a garden party, start by deciding how many whole or mini egg cakes you want to serve. Jumbo and ALDI list packs of 10 and 12 whole egg cakes respectively, while Jumbo also offers mini egg cakes in packs of 10. A wholemeal or gluten-free-labelled option is most relevant if it suits your guests’ needs; check the ingredients, allergens, use-by date and storage advice on the exact pack.
You want to arrange whole egg cakes on a platter without much preparation. Compare the number in the pack with the number of guests likely to have one. Jumbo lists a pack of 10 whole egg cakes; ALDI lists a pack of 12.
For a standing garden party, you want to put out egg cakes that guests can help themselves to individually. Jumbo lists mini egg cakes in packs of 10; check whether that quantity will suit your group.
If guests are looking for a wholemeal option or need to check ingredients and allergens, choose based on the exact pack. Jumbo lists both wholemeal egg cakes and a separate gluten-free-labelled option. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority highlights the importance of clear allergen information on pre-packed foods.
First, decide how many portions you want to serve and whether mini egg cakes would make them easier to hand out. Then check for any ingredient requirements and think about which variety you’d like to put on the table.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Enough portions | Compare the number of egg cakes and the pack weight; remember to count your other snacks too. | I want to have enough whole egg cakes ready for guests who would like one, rather than relying on the pack weight alone. Having enough portions is a priority for around 33% of consumers. |
| Easy to serve | Check whether the pack contains mini or standard-sized egg cakes, and how many are included. | For a standing drinks reception, I want to serve small portions without having to cut anything up. Easy serving is the main concern for around 27% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients list, allergen information and any warnings for the exact variety. | If a guest needs to avoid certain ingredients, I want to be able to check the label on the pack I’ve chosen. This is the main consideration for around 20% of consumers. |
| Flavour and presentation | Compare the texture or flavour you’re looking for, and check whether that variety is available. | For the snack table, I’m looking for a variety with a different flavour or texture, but I don’t want to rely on a special-offer product without checking first. This choice matters most to around 20% of consumers. |
If you’re putting out whole egg cakes, the number in the pack gives you a better idea of how many portions you’ll have. ALDI lists 12 Heerlijck Banket egg cakes weighing 360 g; Jumbo lists 10 in its standard pack, weighing 300 g.
Compare both the quantity and the weight, then work out how many packs you’ll need based on the number of guests likely to have one.
Ingredients and allergens can vary between varieties. A general product name won’t tell you whether an egg cake is suitable for someone who needs to avoid certain ingredients.
Check the ingredients list, allergen information and any warnings on the exact pack together with the guest concerned.
Bolletje says its Brosse Eierkoek Kaneel is only available at Kruidvat during special offers and isn’t part of its regular range.
Check whether the variety you want is available shortly before you shop, or choose an alternative you can buy at the time.
Jumbo lists standard, mini and wholemeal egg cakes, as well as a separate gluten-free-labelled option. Its range is worth considering if you want to compare different sizes or varieties.
ALDI lists Heerlijck Banket Scharreleierkoeken as a pack of whole egg cakes to serve on a platter.
Albert Heijn has an egg cake category and a product listing for AH Eierkoeken, so you can check the pack you’re considering individually.
Bolletje describes its Brosse Eierkoek as having a different texture from a soft, standard egg cake.
Start with the number of guests likely to have an egg cake, then decide whether you’ll serve whole or mini portions. Jumbo and ALDI list packs of 10 and 12 whole egg cakes respectively; count your other snacks before deciding how many packs to buy.
Don’t decide based on the product name alone: check the label on the exact variety together with the guest. Read the ingredients, highlighted allergens and any warnings. If someone needs to avoid gluten, don’t assume a product is gluten-free unless it’s explicitly labelled as such.
Mini egg cakes are a good choice when you want to serve small, individual portions without having to cut anything up. Jumbo lists a mini pack of 10; compare that quantity with the number of guests likely to have one.
Follow the storage advice on the pack you buy and check the use-by date. Jumbo advises storing its wholemeal egg cakes in a cool, dry place away from light; don’t apply that advice to another variety without checking its label.
First, check whether the variety you want is available. Bolletje says its Brosse Eierkoek Kaneel is only available at Kruidvat during special offers, so it’s worth having an alternative ready for a garden party you’ve planned in advance.
