Only choose a Dutch egg cake at Schiphol if you can check that it contains no more than 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g; according to the Diabetes Fund, that is the limit for a ‘sugar-free’ claim. Schiphol lists sugar-free snacks at VIT, but doesn’t mention a specific Dutch egg cake. If you can’t check the nutritional information for an egg cake, choose another snack whose packaging provides it.
For you, the sugar content per 100 g is the deciding factor. The Diabetes Fund sets the limit for ‘sugar-free’ at no more than 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g; ‘no added sugars’ doesn’t mean the same thing.
You’re looking for a snack to take on the way to your gate, but don’t want to mistake an ordinary Dutch egg cake for a sugar-free one. Schiphol lists snacks to take away at Kiosk and sugar-free snacks at VIT; check the packaging of the specific product.
You want to know how much sugar an egg cake contains and what the portion means for your choice. Albert Heijn, Jumbo and the Bolletje version listed by Jumbo provide sugar values per 100 g, so you can assess each of the products reviewed individually.
Start by checking the sugar content of the specific product. Then see whether you can buy it in time and whether the ingredients and portion suit your needs.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who should pay particular attention? |
|---|---|---|
| Sugar-free or not | Check the sugars per 100 g on the packaging. According to the Diabetes Fund, ‘sugar-free’ means no more than 0.5 g per 100 g; ‘no added sugars’ is a different claim. | If you want to choose strictly sugar-free, only take a snack if you can check its sugar content. For around 36% of consumers, this is the most important condition when buying. |
| Available to take away | Check where the outlet is and see which packaged products are available when you get there. Schiphol lists VIT in Lounge 3, after security. | If you don’t have much time before your gate, you want to be able to find a snack and take it with you straight away. For around 29% of consumers, practical availability matters most. |
| Nutritional value and portion | Compare sugars per 100 g and per portion; don’t judge the sugar content by the energy per cake. | If you’re considering an ordinary Dutch egg cake, you’ll want to know how much sugar is in one cake and how the varieties differ. Around 21% of consumers prioritise this comparison. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Check the current ingredients list and allergen information, even if the sugar content suits your choice. | If you need to avoid an ingredient, the recipe matters, regardless of the sugar claim. For around 14% of consumers, this check is the top priority. |
A product with no added sugars may still contain sugars. According to the Diabetes Fund, ‘sugar-free’ means no more than 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g.
Check the sugar content per 100 g if you want to choose strictly sugar-free.
The energy per portion doesn’t tell you whether a Dutch egg cake is sugar-free. Jumbo lists 42 g of sugars per 100 g for Bolletje Crisp Egg Cakes with Milk Coating.
Check sugars per 100 g and per portion alongside the energy per cake.
Schiphol lists sugar-free snacks at VIT, but doesn’t name a specific Dutch egg cake or give its nutritional values.
Ask about the specific product and read the packaging before you decide.
A suitable sugar content doesn’t mean the ingredients are safe for someone with an allergy. According to Albert Heijn, the AH Egg Cakes reviewed contain egg, milk, cereals containing gluten and soya, among other ingredients.
Check the current allergen information and any cross-contamination warnings on the product you buy.
Albert Heijn’s range includes ordinary, mini, wholemeal and spelt Dutch egg cakes.
Jumbo lists both ordinary and wholemeal Dutch egg cakes.
Bolletje’s range includes Crisp Egg Cakes with Milk Coating.
Lidl lists a 360 g pack of Dutch egg cakes containing 12 pieces for in-store sale.
According to the Diabetes Fund, ‘sugar-free’ means a product contains no more than 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g. ‘No added sugars’ means something different: the product may still contain sugars. Check the nutritional information on the packaging of the egg cake you want to buy.
The ordinary Dutch egg cakes reviewed aren’t: Albert Heijn lists 31 g of sugars per 100 g for AH Egg Cakes, Jumbo lists 29,5 g per 100 g for Jumbo Egg Cakes, and 42 g per 100 g for Bolletje Crisp Egg Cakes with Milk Coating. Check the packaging of any other variety rather than relying on the product category.
You can ask for a sugar-free snack at VIT in Lounge 3. Schiphol lists this category at that location, but doesn’t name a specific Dutch egg cake. Ask which products are available at the time and check the nutritional information on the packaging.
