Who is this choice for?

Shoppers with a strict sugar-free requirement

You’re looking for an egg cake to take with you that meets the threshold for ‘sugar-free’. A label saying ‘no added sugars’ is not enough on its own, as the Netherlands Nutrition Centre explains.

Shoppers who want an egg cake to grab and go

You’re looking for a ready-to-eat cake, so you compare the packaging and portion size. To check the sugar content, look at both the nutrition information per 100 g and the amount you’ll actually eat.

Shoppers avoiding certain ingredients

Check the ingredients and allergen information for the exact product, including egg, milk, cereals containing gluten and soya. According to the product information from Albert Heijn and Jumbo, these ingredients are listed in their standard egg cakes.

What should you check when buying?

First decide whether ‘sugar-free’ is a strict requirement or whether having an egg cake that’s easy to take with you matters most. Then check the nutrition information and ingredients for the exact product.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Strictly sugar-free Check ‘of which sugars’ per 100 g: according to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, ‘sugar-free’ means no more than 0.5 g per 100 g. Don’t confuse this with ‘no added sugars’. I want to take an egg cake with me for a quick breakfast without compromising my strict sugar requirement; this requirement comes first for around 42% of shoppers.
Easy to take with you Compare the number of cakes, portion size and sugars per cake you eat; use the value per 100 g to compare products. I want to be able to grab a cake quickly in the morning and know how much I’m eating. Around 33% of shoppers prioritise convenience when taking food with them.
Ingredients and allergens Read the ingredients and allergen information for the exact product. For alternatives to egg cakes, also check whether they contain sweeteners or polyols. If I avoid certain ingredients, I want to know exactly what’s in my cake, even if I choose a different product; checking ingredients is the top priority for around 25% of shoppers.

Common mistakes when choosing

  • Taking ‘no added sugars’ to mean ‘sugar-free’

    A product with no added sugars can still contain sugars. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre sets the threshold for the ‘sugar-free’ claim at no more than 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g.

    Is sugar-free a strict requirement? Check ‘of which sugars’ per 100 g rather than relying only on the wording on the front of the pack.

  • Assuming a light, airy egg cake is low in sugar

    Albert Heijn lists 31 g of sugars per 100 g for its standard AH Eierkoeken; Jumbo lists 29.5 g per 100 g for its standard egg cakes. A cake’s appearance tells you nothing about these figures.

    Compare products per 100 g, then also check how much sugar is in the portion you plan to eat.

  • Assuming gluten-free means low in sugar

    According to the product information, the gluten-free egg cakes by Gluten Free Bakery Holland listed by Jumbo contain 33 g of sugars per 100 g. Gluten-free and sugar content are separate characteristics.

    If both matter to your choice, check both details on the specific packaging.

  • Overlooking the warning on an alternative cake

    Albert Heijn’s product information states that Verkade San Francisco Zero contains maltitols and warns that excessive consumption may have a laxative effect.

    If you’re considering an alternative with no added sugars, check the ingredients and any warnings on the packaging too.

Brands and ranges to consider

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn sells standard egg cakes. The nutrition information for AH Eierkoeken helps you assess the portion size and the strict sugar-free requirement separately.

  • Albert Heijn lists a 30 g portion and 94 kcal per cake.
  • The listed 31 g of sugars per 100 g does not meet the threshold for ‘sugar-free’. Check the allergens for this product too.

Jumbo

Jumbo’s egg cake range includes standard, wholemeal and gluten-free options; the nutrition information varies by product.

  • The range offers different products to compare by packaging and ingredients.
  • Jumbo lists 29.5 g of sugars per 100 g for its standard egg cakes. The separate gluten-free option by Gluten Free Bakery Holland lists 33 g per 100 g; neither figure meets the threshold for ‘sugar-free’.

Verkade

Verkade San Francisco Zero is a biscuit for anyone considering a cake with no added sugars, not an egg cake.

  • Albert Heijn’s product information lists 0% added sugar and 1.7 g of sugars per 100 g.
  • At 1.7 g of sugars per 100 g, this biscuit does not meet the threshold for ‘sugar-free’. The product information lists maltitols and warns that excessive consumption may have a laxative effect.

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Frequently asked questions

What does ‘sugar-free’ mean on an egg cake?

According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, the ‘sugar-free’ nutrition claim means a product contains no more than 0.5 g of sugars per 100 g. Check the ‘of which sugars’ figure per 100 g on the packaging.

Does ‘no added sugars’ mean the same as ‘sugar-free’?

No. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre explains that a product with no added sugars can still contain sugars. So if you have a strict sugar-free requirement, compare the total sugar content per 100 g.

Are Albert Heijn or Jumbo’s standard egg cakes sugar-free?

Not the standard egg cakes with the nutrition information listed here: Albert Heijn lists 31 g and Jumbo 29.5 g of sugars per 100 g. Both figures are above the maximum of 0.5 g per 100 g that the Netherlands Nutrition Centre sets for ‘sugar-free’.

How should I store egg cakes I want to take with me?

Follow the storage instructions on the specific packaging. Albert Heijn and Jumbo recommend storing their standard egg cakes in a cool, dry place away from light; Albert Heijn also recommends closing the packaging securely after use.

Which allergens should I check in egg cakes?

The product information for Albert Heijn and Jumbo lists egg, milk, cereals containing gluten and soya, among other ingredients, in their standard egg cakes. Read the allergen information for the exact product you’re buying, even if you’re switching to a gluten-free egg cake or a different type of cake.