For an Oranje match, the stated number of cakes or portions is a more useful starting point than the pack weight alone: Albert Heijn lists six portions and Jumbo five, while Jumbo said the Aviateur pack contained seven cakes but was no longer available online. If you also want to divide the cakes between lunchboxes, check whether they’re individually wrapped and how to store an opened pack.
If you’re watching with a small group, the stated number of cakes or portions can help you work out how many packs you’ll need. Albert Heijn lists six portions for its butter canoe cakes, while Jumbo lists five for its butter version.
If you want to spread the cakes across several occasions, check the inner packaging as well as the number in the pack. See whether the cakes are individually wrapped and how you can store the rest.
When comparing different versions, look at the pack weight, number of portions, ingredients and allergens side by side. Similar pack weights don’t automatically mean the same number of portions.
First, decide how many cakes you want to share during the match. Then check whether the pack is also suitable for storing or taking with you on another occasion.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Number of cakes or portions | Compare the stated number with the size of your group; don’t try to work it out from the pack weight. | If everyone needs to be able to have a cake during the match, I want to know in advance how many there are to share. This is the top priority for around 33% of consumers. |
| Sharing across several occasions | Check whether individual wrappers are mentioned and how you can reseal an opened pack. | For lunchboxes or a later snack, I want to be able to store the remaining cakes. Around 25% of consumers give this the highest priority. |
| Pack weight and portion size | Compare the pack weight with the stated weight per portion, if provided. | If I’m expecting a larger portion, the number of portions alone doesn’t tell me enough. Portion size is the biggest consideration for around 25% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the current label, including the ingredients and any warnings about traces. | If I have an allergy, I want to check which ingredients are in the version I’ve chosen. Checking the label is the top priority for around 17% of consumers. |
A heavier pack doesn’t necessarily contain more cakes to share. Jumbo lists five portions in a 275 g pack; Albert Heijn lists six portions in a 270 g pack.
First, make sure the stated number works for your group. Then use the pack weight to compare portion sizes.
Jumbo listed seven cakes for Aviateur, but also said the product was no longer part of its online range. Albert Heijn listed Hellema Koffie Kano's Caramel, containing twelve cakes, as discontinued.
Check current availability before planning your match night around a pack like this.
The butter canoe cakes reviewed list ingredients including egg, milk, soya and almond; ingredients and warnings can vary by product. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority highlights the importance of allergen information on food labels.
If you have an allergy, check the current packaging of the version you plan to eat, even if you’ve bought it before.
Albert Heijn lists its butter canoe cakes in a 270 g pack, with six 45 g portions.
Jumbo lists its butter canoe cakes in a 275 g pack, with five 55 g portions.
PLUS describes its butter canoe cakes as a 275 g pack decorated with almonds.
Jumbo listed Aviateur Gevulde Kano's as seven cakes in a 325 g pack.
Albert Heijn listed twelve Hellema Koffie Kano's Caramel cakes in a 200 g pack.
Go by the number of cakes or portions on the pack and decide how many you want to share per person. Albert Heijn lists six portions, Jumbo five, and Jumbo listed seven cakes in the Aviateur pack. For the latter, check current availability too.
Yes, as long as you can store the cakes properly after opening or take them along individually. Check the packaging to see whether they’re wrapped separately. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing biscuits in a cool, dry, dark place in a well-sealed container.
Check the allergens listed on the specific pack: the butter canoe cakes reviewed include ingredients such as egg, milk, soya and almond. If you have an allergy, read the current warnings about traces as well. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says allergens must be listed on the label.
Use online product information to compare versions in advance, but check the current label before eating. Albert Heijn warns that product information may change. This is particularly important if you need to avoid certain ingredients.
