Who is this relevant to?

People who need a strictly sugar-free option

You’re looking for an egg cake to enjoy late in the evening that genuinely meets the ‘sugar-free’ limit. ‘No added sugars’ isn’t enough for you.

People who would consider a different type of biscuit

You’re looking for an evening snack with no added sugars and don’t mind if it isn’t an egg cake. You check the product’s total sugar content.

Egg cake fans comparing labels

You want to keep egg cakes as a snack, so you compare the sugar content, portion size, ingredients and allergens of each variety.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, decide whether ‘sugar-free’ is an absolute requirement. Then consider the portion you plan to eat and whether a biscuit could be a suitable alternative to an egg cake.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
What ‘sugar-free’ means Check the ‘of which sugars’ value per 100 g on the label of the exact variety. Under Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006, a ‘sugar-free’ claim is permitted only for products containing no more than 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g. I only want to choose an evening snack that meets my strict sugar-free requirement, even if that means looking for a different egg cake. Around 50% of consumers put this requirement first.
Portion size and energy Compare the nutrition information per 100 g with the weight and energy content of the portion you plan to eat. If I have a snack late at night, I want to know what’s in one biscuit or my chosen portion, rather than relying on the word ‘zero’. For around 30% of consumers, portion size is the first thing they consider.
Egg cakes and ingredients Check whether it’s an egg cake or a biscuit, and read the ingredients, any toppings and the allergen information. I specifically want an egg cake, but a different recipe or coating could change my choice. The egg cake itself matters most to around 20% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming ‘no added sugars’ means ‘sugar-free’

    A biscuit can contain sugars even if no sugars have been added. Jumbo lists 1.7 g of sugars per 100 g for Verkade San Francisco Zero. That’s above the 0.5 g per 100 g limit for a ‘sugar-free’ claim under Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006.

    Check the total amount under ‘of which sugars’ in the nutrition table, not just the wording on the front of the pack.

  • Assuming a light, airy egg cake is automatically a low-sugar choice

    Texture tells you nothing about nutritional value. Albert Heijn lists 31 g of sugars and 316 kcal per 100 g for AH Eierkoeken.

    Compare the values per 100 g and, if needed, work them out for the portion you actually plan to eat.

  • Overlooking toppings and different varieties

    Bolletje describes its Brosse Eierkoek as having a sugar topping. Other varieties may also contain different ingredients.

    Read the ingredients list for the exact product you’re buying, including details of any topping.

  • Taking ‘zero’ as a reason to ignore warnings

    For Verkade San Francisco Zero, Jumbo states that excessive consumption may have a laxative effect.

    As well as checking the nutrition information, read any warnings on the pack before deciding on a portion.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

Worth considering if you want to compare a regular egg cake with other snacks.

  • Albert Heijn lists 31 g of sugars and 27 g of added sugars per 100 g for AH Eierkoeken.
  • These egg cakes don’t meet the ‘sugar-free’ limit. Always check the label of any other product you’re considering.

Jumbo

Worth considering if you want to compare regular and wholemeal egg cakes with biscuits from other categories.

  • Jumbo provides product information for both regular and wholemeal egg cakes.
  • ‘Wholemeal’ doesn’t tell you whether a product is sugar-free, so check the nutrition table for each variety.

Bolletje

Worth considering if you’re specifically looking for a crisp egg cake.

  • Bolletje describes the topping on its Brosse Eierkoek, which you can take into account when making your choice.
  • The topping contains sugar, so it isn’t suitable if you’re strictly looking for a sugar-free option.

Verkade

Worth considering if you’d also be happy with a biscuit with no added sugars instead of an egg cake.

  • According to Jumbo’s product information, Verkade San Francisco Zero is made with no added sugars.
  • It isn’t an egg cake and, according to Jumbo, contains 1.7 g of sugars per 100 g. The product information warns that excessive consumption may have a laxative effect.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a biscuit with no added sugars also sugar-free?

No, not necessarily. Under Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006, the claim ‘sugar-free’ can only be used for products containing no more than 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g or 100 ml. Jumbo lists 1.7 g of sugars per 100 g for Verkade San Francisco Zero, a biscuit with no added sugars.

Are AH Eierkoeken suitable if I want a strictly sugar-free option?

No. Albert Heijn lists 31 g of sugars and 27 g of added sugars per 100 g for AH Eierkoeken. If you choose a different egg cake, check the values for that specific variety.

What should I check if I choose a different biscuit for a late-night snack?

Check the sugars and energy per 100 g and per portion, and read any warnings on the pack. A biscuit with no added sugars also isn’t an egg cake, so consider whether you’re happy to make that swap.

Where can I find allergen information for an egg cake?

Read the allergen information on the packaging of the variety you’re buying. Albert Heijn notes that ingredients and allergen information can change, so don’t rely solely on details for a different variety or a pack you bought previously.