Only choose an egg cake for a strict sugar-free diet if the packaging carries the ‘sugar-free’ claim and the nutrition information lists no more than 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g; ‘no added sugars’ means something different. AH Eierkoeken contain 31 g of sugars per 100 g, while Bolletje describes its Brosse Eierkoek as having a sugar coating. For a festival, you’ll also need to consider whether the packaging seals securely, portion sizes and any allergens.
‘Less sugar’ isn’t enough if you’re looking for a sugar-free option. Check both the claim and the amount of sugars per 100 g. According to the Diabetes Fund, ‘no added sugars’ is a different claim from ‘sugar-free’.
You’re looking for packaging you can take with you while sealed, and portions that are easy to share. Check the storage instructions, ingredients and allergens before you choose.
Check the allergen information for the specific egg cake. A gluten-free option won’t automatically meet a sugar-free requirement: Albert Heijn lists 33 g of sugars per 100 g for AH Glutenvrij Eierkoeken.
First, decide whether sugar-free is a strict requirement. Then compare the nutrition information per 100 g and check separately whether the packaging, portions and allergens suit your festival plans.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Truly sugar-free | Check for the ‘sugar-free’ claim and the ‘of which sugars’ row per 100 g. The Diabetes Fund defines sugar-free as no more than 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g. | If you’re looking for a genuinely sugar-free option, don’t choose an egg cake just because it says ‘no added sugars’. For around 31% of consumers, this sugar-free requirement comes first. |
| Taking it with you and storage | Check the number of cakes, portion size and storage instructions. Seal the packaging securely once opened. | If you want to share a cake at the festival, you’ll need to be able to take it along in a dry, sealed package. This is the main requirement for around 31% of consumers. |
| Allergens and dietary requirements | Read the ingredients, allergen information and any ‘may contain’ warning. Check the sugars per 100 g separately for gluten-free options. | If you need to avoid certain ingredients, suitability comes before convenience. Around 23% of consumers prioritise a dietary or allergen requirement. |
| Packaging and availability | Check the current product packaging, pack size and number of cakes; assess any sugar-free claim separately. | If you’re buying for a group, you’ll want to know whether you can get a suitable pack and how many cakes it contains. This is the main consideration for around 15% of consumers. |
According to the Diabetes Fund, these are different claims: a product with no added sugars may still contain sugars that occur naturally.
If you have a strict sugar-free requirement, also check the amount of ‘of which sugars’ per 100 g on the packaging.
A product’s other features don’t necessarily tell you anything about its sugar content. Albert Heijn lists 33 g of sugars per 100 g for AH Glutenvrij Eierkoeken.
Compare similar products per 100 g, and assess gluten, sugars and allergens separately.
Bolletje lists egg, cereals containing gluten, milk and soya among the ingredients in its Brosse Eierkoek. Information about possible traces is also important if you have an allergy.
Before buying, read the current ingredients list and any ‘may contain’ warning on the packaging.
Moisture and poorly sealed packaging can affect the quality of biscuits. Homemade snacks containing ingredients that spoil quickly need to be kept chilled.
Keep dry biscuits sealed and follow the storage instructions. For perishable snacks, only take them with you if you can store them as directed.
Albert Heijn sells regular AH Eierkoeken as well as a separate gluten-free version.
Bolletje describes its Brosse Eierkoek as a light, crispy option.
ALDI lists Heerlijck Banket Scharreleierkoeken in a pack of 12.
Lidl lists Sondey Eierkoeken in a 360 g pack containing 12 cakes.
No. According to the Diabetes Fund, sugar-free means no more than 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g or 100 ml, while a product with no added sugars may still contain sugars that occur naturally. So, when choosing egg cakes, check the ‘of which sugars’ row per 100 g.
No, neither the regular nor the gluten-free version mentioned here is sugar-free. Albert Heijn lists 31 g of sugars per 100 g for AH Eierkoeken and 33 g per 100 g for AH Glutenvrij Eierkoeken. Always check the current packaging of the version you’re buying.
Take them in a securely sealed pack and follow the storage instructions on the packaging. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing sugar-free biscuits in a cool, dry, dark place; snacks containing ingredients that spoil quickly need to be kept suitably chilled.
No. You can check the ingredients list to see whether a biscuit contains sweeteners, but that won’t tell you how much sugar the product contains. For a sugar-free option, also check the claim and the nutrition information per 100 g.
