Parents for whom sugar-free is essential
You want to check that the exact egg cake meets the ‘sugar-free’ threshold before the Easter egg hunt. Choosing a smaller cake or looking in a sugar-conscious shop category won’t tell you whether it does.
Who is this choice relevant to?
Organisers who want to hand out treats
You’re looking for portions that are practical for a group and want to know how much sugar each cake contains. The amount per cake doesn’t tell you whether the product is sugar-free.
Shoppers who need to consider allergens
You want to check the ingredients and allergens in your chosen variety before handing egg cakes out to participants.
What should you look for when buying?
First decide whether being sugar-free is essential. Then compare portion sizes and packaging, and always check the allergens for the participants.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Sugar-free | Check the sugars per 100 g on the packaging for the exact variety. Under Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006, ‘sugar-free’ can only be used if the product contains no more than 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g. | If sugar-free is essential, I want to be able to confirm that this particular egg cake meets the requirement. For around 50% of consumers, this is the top priority when choosing. |
| Portions and handing out | Compare the number of cakes, the packaging and the sugars per cake; assess the ‘sugar-free’ claim separately, per 100 g. | When handing them out, I want to know what each participant will get, without mistaking a small portion for a sugar-free one. Around 30% of consumers give ease of handing out treats their highest priority. |
| Allergens | Read the allergen information for your chosen variety and discuss any relevant needs with parents or carers in advance. | If a participant has an allergy, I want to be able to choose a suitable product in advance. For around 20% of consumers, checking allergens is the top priority. |
Common mistakes
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Mistaking a small cake for a sugar-free one
A small portion doesn’t change the sugar content per 100 g. Jumbo lists 6.6 g of sugars per cake and 42 g per 100 g for Bolletje Brosse Eierkoek met melklaagje.
To check the ‘sugar-free’ claim, use the value per 100 g for the exact variety, not just the amount per cake.
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Assuming wholegrain also means sugar-free
According to Jumbo’s product information, Jumbo Eierkoeken Volkoren contain 33.6 g of sugars per 100 g. ‘Wholegrain’ on its own says nothing about whether the product meets the sugar-free threshold.
Assess the ‘wholegrain’ description and the sugars in the nutritional information separately.
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Skipping the allergen label
Albert Heijn and Bolletje’s product information lists egg, milk, soya and cereals containing gluten, among other allergens, for the egg cakes in question. The information that applies depends on the variety you choose.
Check the current packaging just before buying, and discuss any relevant allergies with parents or carers in advance.
Brands to consider
Jumbo
Jumbo stocks regular, mini and wholegrain egg cakes.
- For these varieties, Jumbo lists ingredients, allergens and nutritional values, so you can compare the packaging.
- The listed values are 29.5 g, 32.3 g and 33.6 g of sugars per 100 g respectively. None of these three varieties meets the ‘sugar-free’ threshold.
Albert Heijn
For AH Eierkoeken, Albert Heijn lists details including the portion size, ingredients and allergens.
- The portion information is useful if you want to hand out one cake to each participant.
- According to Albert Heijn, AH Eierkoeken contain 31 g of sugars per 100 g, so they aren’t a sugar-free option. Check the packaging, as product information may change.
Bolletje
Bolletje has a range of Brosse Eierkoeken, including a variety with a milk coating.
- The Brosse Eierkoek met melklaagje is individually wrapped. Jumbo lists 6.6 g of sugars per cake.
- According to Jumbo, the same variety contains 42 g of sugars per 100 g, so it isn’t sugar-free. For the Brosse Eierkoek range, Bolletje lists allergens including egg, milk, wheat, soya and cereals containing gluten.
Heerlijck Banket bij ALDI
ALDI lists free-range egg cakes from Heerlijck Banket in a pack of 12.
- The number of cakes is useful when planning to hand them out.
- For a sugar-free choice, check the nutritional information on the specific pack; the number of cakes says nothing about the sugars per 100 g.
Lidl
Lidl has a product listing for egg cakes.
- The listing gives you a starting point for looking at the egg cakes in store.
- Before choosing this variety for participants or as a sugar-free option, check the ingredients, allergens and sugars per 100 g on the packaging.
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Frequently asked questions
When can an egg cake be called sugar-free?
Under Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006, the ‘sugar-free’ claim can be used if a product contains no more than 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g. So check the nutritional information for the exact variety; a smaller portion doesn’t change this threshold.
Are the AH, Jumbo and Bolletje egg cakes mentioned sugar-free?
No, not the varieties mentioned. Albert Heijn lists 31 g of sugars per 100 g for AH Eierkoeken, Jumbo lists 29.5 g for Jumbo Eierkoeken, and Jumbo lists 42 g for Bolletje Brosse Eierkoeken met melklaagje. These values are above the ‘sugar-free’ threshold.
How should I store egg cakes for an Easter egg hunt?
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging you choose. For AH Eierkoeken, Albert Heijn recommends storing them in a cool, dry place away from light and closing the packaging securely after use.
Do I need to check allergens when handing out egg cakes?
Yes, check the allergen information for the exact variety before handing egg cakes out to a group. For the products in question, Albert Heijn and Bolletje list egg, milk, soya and cereals containing gluten, among other allergens. Discuss any relevant needs with parents or carers in advance.