Catering planner who wants to serve quickly
You want to be able to count the slices in advance and put them on the break table without having to cut the cake. Jumbo lists 12 and 18 slices respectively for two sliced Peijnenburg packs.
Who is this for?
Organiser dealing with different requests
You may want to consider a wholemeal option alongside a standard choice, for example. If guests have questions about ingredients or allergens, check the label on the exact pack you’ll be serving.
Buyer looking to get the quantities right
Compare the pack weight and, where stated, the number of slices with the expected attendance. This will help you choose a pack size that suits the break.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, work out how many pre-sliced portions you need. Then check the label and assess the slices themselves if thickness or firmness is important for your presentation.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Portions and serving | Check whether the cake is pre-sliced and how many slices are listed on the pack. | If I want to replenish the break table quickly, I need to know in advance how many slices I can put out. Portion control is the top priority for around 40% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the current ingredients and allergen information; for a specific variety, check the nutritional information too. | When guests have different requirements, I need to be able to say exactly which cake I’m serving. Ingredients and allergens are the top priority for around 30% of consumers. |
| Pack size | Compare the weight and stated number of slices with the expected attendance. | For a smaller group, I want to avoid being left with lots of opened cake. The right quantity is the main concern for around 20% of consumers. |
| Slice thickness and presentation | Ask for a slice thickness measurement or check a sample pack; don’t rely on ‘XL’ alone. | If guests will pick up the cake by hand, I want to see in advance whether the slices meet my presentation requirements. This is the deciding factor for around 10% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming ‘XL’ means a thicker slice
The pack weight and number of slices don’t tell you how thick the slices are. The name ‘XL’ doesn’t mean that every slice is firmer either.
Ask the supplier about slice thickness or check a sample pack before ordering for a large group.
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Giving the same allergen information for every Dutch breakfast cake
For its own-brand sliced plain variety, PLUS lists rye and warns that it may contain wheat, barley and oats. Don’t use this information for another pack without checking it first.
Use the ingredients and allergen information from the pack that will actually be served when preparing a buffet label.
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Assuming iodine is always a feature of Dutch breakfast cake
According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, iodine compounds may be present in bakery products through baker’s salt. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre states that bakers aren’t required to use baker’s salt.
Don’t assume a product contains iodine just because of its category; check the pack you’ve chosen or ask the manufacturer.
Brands and shops to consider
Peijnenburg
A brand to consider when a stated number of pre-sliced portions is important for your planning.
- Jumbo lists 12 slices for the 345 g plain pack and 18 slices for the 550 g pack.
- These counts don’t tell you how thick the slices are.
Albert Heijn
A shop offering sliced Dutch breakfast cake from its own brand and other brands.
- Albert Heijn lists, among other products, sliced plain and wholemeal varieties.
- Check the current ingredients, nutritional information and allergens for the pack you choose.
Jumbo
A shop where you can compare pack weights and, for some products, slice counts.
- For two sliced Peijnenburg plain varieties, Jumbo lists both the weight and the number of slices.
- A stated slice count doesn’t confirm how thick the slices are.
PLUS
A shop offering its own-brand sliced plain variety in a 485 g pack.
- For this variety, PLUS lists rye and warns that it may contain wheat, barley and oats.
- Check the current packaging before listing allergens on a buffet label.
Koek & Bakker
An ALDI brand offering, among other products, pre-sliced wholemeal Dutch breakfast cake.
- ALDI lists the wholemeal variety in a 485 g pack with pre-sliced portions.
- The fact that it’s pre-sliced doesn’t mean the portions are extra thick.
Sliced Dutch breakfast cake at Joybuy
If you want to serve a sliced wholemeal variety at your conference buffet, pack size is a good first thing to check. Assess the number of slices, their thickness and the current label separately before planning how you’ll serve it.
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g'woon wholemeal Dutch breakfast cake, sliced, 485 g
Pre-sliced cake is a practical choice if you want to serve it at a conference buffet without having to cut it yourself.
485 g pack. For portion planning, check the number of slices and read the current ingredients and allergen information on the packaging before serving. If thick slices are important, check a sample pack or ask about slice thickness.
Frequently asked questions
Is sliced Dutch breakfast cake containing rye suitable for a gluten-free buffet?
No. Dutch breakfast cake containing rye isn’t a gluten-free option. PLUS lists rye in its own-brand sliced plain variety and also warns that it may contain wheat, barley and oats. Check the current label for every variety you serve.
Does ‘XL’ prove that Dutch breakfast cake has extra-thick slices?
No. The name ‘XL’, pack weight and number of slices don’t, by themselves, tell you how thick the slices are. Ask for a product specification or check a sample pack if the slices need to be firm enough to serve by hand.
Does baker’s salt mean Dutch breakfast cake always contains iodine?
No, you can’t tell from the product category alone. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains that iodine compounds may be present in bakery products through baker’s salt; according to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, bakers aren’t required to use it. Check the packaging or ask the manufacturer.
How do I plan the number of slices for a conference break?
Use the stated number of slices per pack as a guide and adjust the number of packs to the expected attendance. For example, Jumbo lists 12 slices for the 345 g Peijnenburg plain sliced variety and 18 for the 550 g version. Check the count again for the pack you choose.