Who is this choice for?

Oranje fans looking to serve kano biscuits

You’re looking for the familiar biscuit filled with almond paste to share during the match. The filling and type of biscuit matter more to you than keeping sugar low.

People keeping an eye on their sugar intake

You want to serve a sweet snack, but first you compare the amount of sugars per 100 g. You may want to choose a different type of biscuit rather than a kano.

Guests with ingredients that need extra consideration

Before putting anything out, you check the packaging for allergens and, if the biscuits contain polyols, for warnings about excessive consumption.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether you specifically want to serve kano biscuits or whether another type of biscuit will do. Then compare the nutrition information and work out how many portions you want to put out.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Sugar content Compare the ‘of which sugars’ figure per 100 g. For biscuits with sweeteners, check the ingredients and look out for polyols too. I want a sweet snack to enjoy during the match, but I’m happy to forgo the kano filling if that means choosing biscuits with less sugar. Keeping sugar as low as possible is the top priority for around 40% of consumers.
Kano biscuits with almond paste Check the product name and filling. A plain biscuit with little sugar isn’t the same type of biscuit. For me, crisp kano biscuits filled with almond paste are a must on the match-day biscuit plate, even if that means I’m not choosing a low-sugar option. These familiar kano biscuits matter most to around 40% of consumers.
Sharing with a group Check the pack size and number of portions. If you’re serving several guests, read the allergen information too. I want to put out enough biscuits for the group without much preparation, so I mainly check the packaging. Around 20% of consumers put ease of sharing first.

Common mistakes

  • Mistaking a lower-sugar plain biscuit for a kano

    According to Heel Holland Bakt, a kano is a crisp biscuit filled with almond paste. A plain biscuit can be another option to serve, but it doesn’t have the same filling.

    Before comparing nutrition figures, decide whether kano biscuits with almond paste are essential for you.

  • Reading only the wording on the front of the pack

    ‘Low sugar’, ‘sugar-free’ and ‘no added sugars’ don’t mean the same thing. Biscuits with no added sugars can still contain sugars.

    As well as the claim on the pack, check the nutrition information per 100 g and the ingredients list. Voedingscentrum defines ‘low sugar’ as a maximum of 5 g of sugars per 100 g.

  • Serving unlimited quantities of biscuits containing polyols

    Product information for items including AH Digestive 0% suiker and Céréal Chocolate Chip Cookie warns that excessive consumption may have a laxative effect.

    Read the warning on the packaging and put out a measured amount rather than the whole pack.

  • Skipping the allergen check

    Kano biscuits and alternatives can contain different ingredients and have different warnings about possible cross-contamination. Checking one pack tells you nothing about another product.

    Before serving your guests, check the current packaging for ingredients including wheat, milk, egg, soya and nuts.

Brands to consider

Jumbo

Jumbo makes butter kano biscuits for anyone looking for a traditional biscuit filled with almond paste.

  • Jumbo lists 38% almond paste and 36.8 g of sugars per 100 g for its kano biscuits.
  • These kano biscuits aren’t suitable if you’re looking for a low-sugar option. Check the packaging for allergens before serving guests.

PLUS

PLUS offers butter kano biscuits filled with almond paste as a traditional option.

  • PLUS describes them as crisp biscuits with an almond decoration and lists 38.9 g of sugars per 100 g.
  • This isn’t a low-sugar option. Check the allergen information on each pack too.

Verkade

Verkade San Francisco Zero is a plain biscuit for anyone happy to choose a different type of biscuit instead of kano biscuits.

  • Albert Heijn’s product information lists 1.7 g of sugars per 100 g.
  • These plain biscuits don’t have an almond paste filling and contain maltitol. Read the warning about excessive consumption.

Céréal

Céréal Chocolate Chip Cookie is an alternative for anyone comparing the sugar content of different types of biscuit.

  • Albert Heijn’s product information lists 0 g of sugars per 100 g.
  • It isn’t a kano. The product contains polyols, so read the warning about excessive consumption and check the allergen information too.

Heerlijck Banket

Heerlijck Banket Kano's from ALDI are a traditional biscuit option to serve during the match.

  • ALDI lists a pack size of 330 g.
  • If sugar content will determine your choice, compare the current nutrition information on the packaging.

A product on Joybuy

This product is worth considering if you’re looking for a sweet snack rather than a classic kano filled with almond paste. Check which type of product you’ll receive before buying it for the match.

Pack of Klene Sugar-Free Lavender Biscuits, 110 g

Klene Sugar-Free Lavender Biscuits, 110 g

This could be a snack to consider if you don’t need to serve kano biscuits filled with almond paste.

The product name specifies a 110 g pack. Before buying, check which variant will be delivered: the product information refers to both biscuits and liquorice.

Check the current packaging if polyols are a consideration for your guests.

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Frequently asked questions

Are traditional kano biscuits a low-sugar option?

The butter kano biscuits from Jumbo and PLUS mentioned here aren’t: their product information lists 36.8 g and 38.9 g of sugars per 100 g respectively. Choose them if you want kano biscuits filled with almond paste, not because they’re low in sugar.

What do ‘low sugar’, ‘sugar-free’ and ‘no added sugars’ mean?

They’re different claims. According to Voedingscentrum, ‘low sugar’ means a maximum of 5 g of sugars per 100 g, while ‘sugar-free’ means a maximum of 0.5 g per 100 g. Products labelled ‘no added sugars’ may still contain sugars that occur naturally, so check the nutrition information too.

Can a plain biscuit with little sugar replace a kano?

Only if you’re happy to serve a different type of biscuit. According to Heel Holland Bakt, a kano is filled with almond paste. The plain biscuits mentioned here don’t have that filling or the familiar kano shape.

What should I look for in biscuits with sweeteners?

Check the ingredients and usage warnings on the packaging. The product information for AH Digestive 0% suiker, Verkade San Francisco Zero and Céréal Chocolate Chip Cookie warns that excessive consumption may have a laxative effect.

Which allergens should I check when sharing biscuits?

Check the packaging for every product you choose, even if you’ve bought a similar biscuit before. The ingredients and allergens listed by Jumbo and PLUS for their kano biscuits include wheat, egg, milk, soya and nuts; information can vary from product to product.