Families sharing a pack
You want to know whether one pack will be enough for everyone to enjoy together. Jumbo lists five portions per pack, while Albert Heijn lists six. Decide whether the stated portion size suits your household.
Who should consider these factors?
Households shopping for several occasions
You want to stock up without automatically choosing the largest pack. The packs listed by Jumbo, Albert Heijn and PLUS contain 275 g, 270 g and 230 g respectively.
Households checking for allergens
You need to check the ingredients and any ‘may contain’ allergen statements for the exact variety. Product information from Jumbo, Albert Heijn and PLUS lists different allergens, and the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority highlights the importance of checking allergen information on the label.
What should you look for when choosing?
The stated number of portions and the pack weight answer different questions: Jumbo lists five portions in a 275 g pack, while Albert Heijn lists six in a 270 g pack.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
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| Portions for a family occasion | Check how many portions the pack lists and whether that portion size suits your family. Jumbo lists five, while Albert Heijn lists six. | If everyone is sharing the same pack, I want to know in advance whether there’ll be enough to go round; this is the top priority for around 36% of consumers. |
| Amount per pack | Compare the net weight: PLUS lists 230 g for Aviateur, Albert Heijn 270 g and Jumbo 275 g. | When shopping for several occasions, I want the pack size to match how much we’ll eat; for around 29% of consumers, this is their first consideration. |
| Allergens | Read the ingredients and any ‘may contain’ statements on the label of the exact variety. | If someone at home needs to avoid certain ingredients, I want to know what’s in the pack; around 21% of consumers prioritise checking for allergens. |
| Storing your stock | Follow the storage advice on the packaging and seal an opened pack properly. | If I buy several packs, I want to minimise loss of quality and waste; storage is the main concern for around 14% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a ‘family pack’ is always a set size
The listed packs of kano biscuits from PLUS, Albert Heijn and Jumbo range from 230 g to 275 g. The wording alone doesn’t tell you how much you’ll have for a family occasion.
Compare the net weight and, where stated, the number of portions before deciding how many packs you need.
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Relying on an earlier allergen check
A brand name doesn’t tell you which ingredients or possible traces are listed on the label of the variety you’ve chosen.
Before buying, read the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging of that exact product.
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Buying more packs than you can store properly
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, storing biscuits in a cool, dry, dark place in a tightly sealed container helps preserve their quality.
Match the amount you stock up on to what you expect to eat, and seal opened packs properly.
Brands and product ranges compared
Jumbo
Jumbo lists its Butter Kano biscuits in a 275 g pack containing five portions.
- The product information lists ingredients, allergens and storage advice.
- Check the label for ingredients including almonds, eggs, gluten, milk and soya.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists its AH Butter Kano biscuits in a 270 g pack containing six portions.
- The product information gives details of the ingredients, portions and storage advice.
- Albert Heijn says product and allergen information may change, so check the packaging too.
Aviateur
PLUS lists Aviateur Individually Wrapped Kano Biscuits in a 230 g pack.
- PLUS lists the ingredients and allergens, and advises storing the product in a cool, dry place.
- Check the label for wheat, soya, milk and almonds; PLUS says the product may also contain eggs.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I choose kano biscuits by brand name alone if I need to avoid allergens?
No. Check the allergen information on the exact pack. The listed varieties from Jumbo, Albert Heijn and Aviateur differ in their ingredients and ‘may contain’ statements. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority advises checking the label for allergen information.
How should I store an opened pack of kano biscuits?
Seal the pack properly and store the biscuits in a cool, dry, dark place, in line with the Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s advice for biscuits. Also follow the instructions on the packaging; Albert Heijn recommends putting them in a sealed tin after opening.
Are kano biscuits no longer suitable to eat as soon as they pass their best-before date?
No. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, a ‘best before’ date is about quality. If the packaging is sealed and intact, you can look at, smell and taste the biscuits after this date; follow the label if it gives different instructions.
Does ‘family pack’ always mean there’s more in the pack?
Not necessarily: the wording alone doesn’t tell you the pack weight or number of portions. Check the net quantity on the packaging and, if a number of portions is given, see whether it’s enough for your family occasion.