Shoppers comparing pack sizes
You’re looking for kano biscuits to enjoy with a cup of coffee and want to know how many are in a pack. Product listings from ALDI, Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS show different pack weights.
Who are these kano biscuits for?
Fans of butter and almond paste
You’re mainly interested in the type of biscuit and its filling. Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS describe their versions as butter biscuits filled with almond paste.
Shoppers checking allergens
You check the ingredients and allergen information on the current packaging before buying. The kano biscuits from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS list ingredients including wheat, milk, soya and almonds.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start with the pack size when comparing products. Then decide whether the almond-paste filling, butter or label information will determine your choice.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Pack size | Check the net weight and compare packs on the same basis. The packs listed range from 270 g to 330 g. | If I’m buying kano biscuits for several coffee breaks, I want to know how many are actually in the pack. Around 42% of consumers say this comparison is their priority. |
| Biscuit and filling | Check the product description and ingredients list for the type of almond paste, butter and any cocoa. | I’m specifically looking for a biscuit made with butter and almond paste, not just anything labelled ‘dark’. For around 33% of consumers, these ingredients come first. |
| Allergens and nutritional information | Check the current label for ingredients, allergens and any ‘may contain’ statements; compare nutritional values per 100 g. | If ingredients or allergens determine my choice, I want to be able to check the specific pack. This is the top priority for around 25% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming ‘dark’ means a dark chocolate version
Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS describe their products as kano biscuits made with almond paste and butter. A search term or dark-coloured packaging doesn’t tell you anything about the ingredients on its own.
Look for cocoa or cocoa mass on the label if you specifically want a chocolate flavour. You could also compare dark chocolate as a separate product category, rather than as a like-for-like alternative to a filled kano biscuit.
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Confusing butter with an allergen statement
Butter describes one ingredient, not the product’s full composition. The kano biscuits from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS list other allergens too.
If you have an allergy, check the current ingredients list and any ‘may contain’ statement on the specific pack. Use the nutritional information per 100 g if you want to compare products.
Brands to consider
Heerlijck Banket
ALDI Netherlands describes Heerlijck Banket Kano’s as pastries shaped like canoes. The listed pack contains 330 g.
- An option if you’re looking for a standard kano biscuit to enjoy with coffee.
- Check the packaging itself if ingredients, allergens or nutritional values will determine your choice.
PLUS
PLUS describes its 275 g Roomboter kano’s as butter biscuits with an almond-paste filling and almond decoration.
- According to PLUS, the biscuit contains 39% almond-paste filling and 11% butter concentrate.
- Read the current ingredients and allergen information on the pack before choosing this version.
Jumbo
Jumbo describes its 275 g Kano’s met Roomboter as butter biscuits with almond paste.
- Jumbo lists 38% almond paste and 12.4% butter concentrate.
- Check the allergens on the packaging; the product name alone doesn’t tell you everything about the ingredients.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn sells 270 g packs of AH Roomboter kano’s, made with confectioner’s almond paste and almonds.
- Albert Heijn lists 41% confectioner’s almond paste and 12% butter concentrate.
- Check the label for the latest allergen and nutritional information.
Sondey
Lidl Netherlands describes its 325 g Sondey Kano’s as butter biscuits filled with almond paste, available in store.
- An in-store option if you’re looking for butter biscuits with almond paste.
- Check the pack in store if ingredients, allergens or nutritional values are important to you.
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Frequently asked questions
Are kano biscuits a good choice if I’m looking for ‘dark’ or lots of cocoa?
Don’t assume so based on the kano biscuits discussed here: Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS describe them as biscuits made with almond paste and butter. Check the ingredients list for cocoa or cocoa mass if that matters to your choice.
Where can I find the allergens in a pack of kano biscuits?
Check the ingredients list on the current packaging. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, specified allergens must be clearly distinguished from the other ingredients on the label. Also check for any ‘may contain’ statements.
Which allergens do Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS list for their kano biscuits?
Their product information lists ingredients including wheat, milk, soya and almonds; Albert Heijn and Jumbo also list egg. Exact ingredients and any precautionary allergen warnings may vary by product, so check the specific pack.
How should I store kano biscuits after buying them?
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging. Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS recommend storing their listed kano biscuits in a cool, dry place. Albert Heijn also advises keeping the opened pack in a sealed tin.
Does Nutri-Score replace the ingredients list?
No. The RIVM describes Nutri-Score as a rating based on several aspects of a food’s nutritional value. You should also read the ingredients list for specific ingredients, such as cocoa or almonds, and for allergen information.