Who needs to consider pack size?

Organisers of a small Christmas gathering

You want to know whether there will be enough individual kano cakes for your guests, without having lots left over. The number of pieces or servings is more useful for this than the pack’s weight alone.

Those planning treats and lunchboxes

You want to be able to take or hand out individual cakes after the party. A clearly stated number of pieces makes it easier to work out how many will be left over.

Hosts who need to check allergens

You need to take account of ingredients your guests cannot eat. The kano cakes described contain ingredients such as wheat or gluten, soya and milk; the presence of egg and almonds, as well as warnings about other nuts, varies by version.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide how many cakes you want to hand out, then compare the recipe and allergen information on the pack you buy.

What to consider What to check when buying Who should pay particular attention?
Number of cakes Check the stated number of pieces or servings per pack. For the packs described, Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS list five, six or seven pieces or servings; Jumbo’s seven-piece version is no longer listed as available online. If I want to give every guest a kano cake, I need to know how many I can hand out. Around 42% of consumers prioritise planning portions.
Butter recipe Check whether the product name and ingredients mention butter or butter concentrate, and compare the number of servings too. If guests would prefer a butter kano cake, I look specifically for that recipe rather than judging by the pack’s appearance. This flavour choice matters most to around 33% of consumers.
Allergens Read the ingredients list and any ‘may contain’ warnings on the current pack; allergens vary by version. If guests need to avoid certain ingredients, I want to know exactly what is in these kano cakes before serving them. Checking allergens is the top priority for around 25% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Confusing total weight with the number of treats

    A 230 g or 330 g pack doesn’t tell you on its own how many guests can each have a kano cake. The packs described contain different numbers of pieces or servings.

    Plan using the number shown on the pack. If it isn’t clearly stated, check the pack before deciding how many treats you need.

  • Assuming all kano cakes contain the same allergens

    The versions described have different ingredients and warnings. So having the right number of cakes doesn’t automatically mean everyone can eat them.

    Before serving, compare the current ingredients list and any ‘may contain’ warnings with the allergens you need to take into account.

  • Assuming an old product listing means it’s still available

    Jumbo no longer lists Aviateur’s seven-piece pack as available online. Lidl and ALDI present the options described as in-store products.

    Just before your Christmas party, check with your chosen shop which pack is available and how many pieces it contains.

Brands worth comparing

Aviateur

Filled kano cakes with almond paste. PLUS lists a pack of five weighing 230 g; a Jumbo listing gives seven pieces and 325 g.

  • The stated number of pieces helps you plan how many treats to serve.
  • Jumbo no longer lists the seven-piece pack as available online. Check the allergens on the pack of the version you choose too.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists AH Butter Kano Cakes at 270 g, with six servings of 45 g.

  • The six stated servings make it clear in advance how many treats you’ll have.
  • This butter version contains ingredients including egg, milk, gluten, soya and almonds, and may contain other nuts. The separate listing for six AH BASIC cakes is marked as discontinued.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists a 275 g pack of its butter kano cakes, with five servings.

  • The number of servings is useful if five treats are enough.
  • The ingredients list includes almonds, egg, gluten, milk and soya, as well as possible traces of other nuts. Check the current pack before serving the cakes.

PLUS

PLUS lists both Aviateur Kano Cakes, with five pieces weighing 230 g, and PLUS Butter Kano Cakes in a 275 g tray.

  • You can compare a pack with a stated number of pieces against a separate butter version.
  • You can’t tell how many pieces are in the butter tray from its weight. Check the ingredients and allergens on each pack too.

Heerlijck Banket

ALDI lists Heerlijck Banket Kano Cakes as a 330 g in-store product.

  • The total weight of 330 g is stated.
  • Check how many cakes are in the pack in store, and read the allergen information before choosing it for your guests.

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Frequently asked questions

How many packs of kano cakes do I need for a Christmas party?

Divide the number of guests who will have a kano cake by the number of pieces or servings in a pack, and round up to whole packs if necessary. For the options described, Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS list five, six or seven pieces or servings; bear in mind that Jumbo no longer lists its seven-piece version as available online.

Are butter kano cakes suitable for guests with a nut allergy?

Don’t assume they are: the butter versions described by Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS list almonds, and some versions carry a warning about other nuts. Check the current pack rather than relying on the product name alone.

How should I store kano cakes for the party?

Follow the storage advice and use-by date on the pack you buy. The product information described for Albert Heijn and PLUS recommends storing the cakes in a cool, dry place; Albert Heijn advises keeping them in a sealed tin after opening.

Does allergen information have to appear on pre-packed kano cakes?

Yes. According to Ondernemersplein and Your Europe, allergen information is part of the mandatory labelling for pre-packed foods. Read the information on the pack of the kano cakes you actually serve.

Is online ingredients information enough to choose kano cakes for guests?

Use it to compare products in advance, but check the label when your order arrives too. Albert Heijn and PLUS point out that product information can change. If guests need to avoid certain ingredients, the pack of the product you’ve bought is therefore the best thing to check.