Welcome to the ‘Bossche Koek'

We'd love to tell you something about the genuine Bossche Koek from Jan de Backer. A number of years ago, in 2001 our 4 year old son rediscovered the recipe for the Bossche Koek. From that moment on we have cherished the Bossche Koek and for us it has become a passion, therefore it is with much pleasure and above all with much love for the cultural importance of the Bossche Koek, that we would like to share it with you.

In memory of Jules' grandfather, who made the Bossche Koek in ‘s-Hertogenbosch, we have named our bakery after Jan de Backer. ‘Koekhuys Jan de Backer ' brings the genuine Bossche Koek from Jan de Backer as a delicacy to the market.

In this website we have given you more background information about the genuine Bossche Koek from Jan de Backer , the recipe, the ingredients, slicing and storage information.
Alongside that, we would like to show you how the Bossche Koek can be a delightful and above all a unique present for family friends or business colleagues. We would like to show you how you can order the cake via our website.
Above all we would like to show you how the Bossche Koek, through its exceptional character, can become an exceptional treat.
Furthermore, we would like to tell you where you can sample and purchase the Bossche Koek in 's-Hertogenbosch. The buttons on the left-hand side of this page can help you.

Through the links you can learn more about the history of the Bossche Koek in general, and especially about the Bossche Koek from Jan de Backer. In addition, we would like to show you what is so special about ‘s-Hertogenbosch and invite you to visit our historic city. We'd love to show you how the Bossche Koek has been featured in the news, how it has become renowned via the television, radio and the newspapers.
Clicking on the link “Fun” we have for you a number of links for you such as recipes and e-mail card etc. – Just take a look.

We wish you much pleasure!

Koekhuys Jan de Backer
Sylvana and Gieljan de Backer