Sharing kano cakes with the group
You’re looking for a biscuit filled with almond paste that you can put on a plate and share while you play.
Who is this choice relevant to?
Choosing chocolate coating above all
You want a chocolate-coated biscuit or wafer and don’t mind if it isn’t a kano cake.
Catering for allergies
You’re buying for several guests and want to check the ingredients and allergen warnings on the current packaging before serving.
What should you look for when choosing?
Butter-rich kano cakes
Choose these: If a biscuit filled with almond paste matters more than a chocolate coating.
The trade-off: The kano cakes described by Albert Heijn and Jumbo aren’t coated in chocolate.
Chocolate-coated wafer or biscuit
Choose this: If you mainly want a visible chocolate coating.
The trade-off: The chocolate-coated wafers described by Verkade aren’t kano cakes filled with almond paste.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Allergens | Check the ingredients and allergen and possible trace warnings on the packaging of your chosen product. | If I’m buying for guests with allergies, I want to know which ingredients or warnings matter to them. This is a priority for around 50% of consumers. |
| Portions and sharing | Compare the stated number of portions, the weight per portion and the actual number of pieces. | When sharing snacks during a game, I want to estimate how many portions I can put out. For around 30% of consumers, how easy a product is to share is the main concern. |
| Chocolate coating | Check the product type and whether the packaging says it has a chocolate coating. | If I mainly want chocolate coating, I’m happy to choose a wafer or biscuit instead of a kano cake. This is the deciding factor for around 20% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming kano cakes are always chocolate-coated
Heel Holland Bakt describes kano cakes as biscuits filled with almond paste; the chocolate-coated products from Verkade mentioned here are wafers. Choosing based on the coating alone could mean you end up with a different type of snack than you intended.
Before comparing products, decide whether you’re looking for a kano cake filled with almond paste or a chocolate-coated biscuit or wafer.
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Relying on the brand or product photo when checking for allergies
The products mentioned have different ingredients and possible trace warnings. A brand name or image doesn’t tell you what’s on the packaging of the product you’ve chosen.
Ask guests what information they need, and check the label on the exact product you’re serving.
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Assuming portions and pieces mean the same thing
Albert Heijn lists six 45 g portions for its butter-rich kano cakes; Jumbo lists five 55 g portions for its version. That doesn’t necessarily tell you how many individual biscuits you’ll be sharing.
As well as checking the portion breakdown, check the number of pieces on the packaging before buying for your group.
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Leaving leftovers uncovered
Putting some snacks out on a plate in advance is handy, but follow the storage instructions for any leftovers from the product you’ve bought.
Follow the label: Albert Heijn recommends storing its kano cakes in a sealed tin after opening; Jumbo says to store its version in a cool, dry and dark place.
Brands to help you choose
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn’s product information lists AH Roomboter kano's as a 270 g pack with six 45 g portions.
- The stated portion breakdown helps you plan a serving plate.
- These aren’t chocolate-coated kano cakes. If anyone has allergies, check the current ingredients and warnings on the packaging.
Jumbo
Jumbo describes its Kano's met Roomboter as biscuits filled with almond paste, in a 275 g pack.
- The stated breakdown into five 55 g portions makes it easy to compare portions.
- These kano cakes aren’t chocolate-coated either. If you’re buying for guests with allergies, read the label on your chosen pack.
Verkade
Verkade describes products including XXL Choco Wafel Hazelnootcrème and Chocowafel Karamel as wafers with a chocolate coating.
- These product descriptions make it clear that you’re choosing a chocolate-coated wafer.
- They aren’t kano cakes. Check the ingredients and possible trace warnings for your chosen product.
Chocolate snacks for games night at Joybuy
These chocolate wafer and biscuit options are for anyone who doesn’t need to stick to a traditional kano cake when sharing snacks. Compare the variety and pack size, and if anyone has allergies, read the label before serving.
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Milka Choco Wafer Milk, 180 g
A wafer option for anyone who prefers chocolate to a traditional kano cake filled with almond paste for games night.
Pack size: 180 g. This isn’t a kano cake; if you’re serving guests with allergies, check the packaging for information about milk, soya, wheat and possible traces.
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Nestle Kitkat Itoen Matcha & Chocolate, 9 stuks, 104,4 g
A matcha and chocolate option if you’d like to offer something a little different from the usual chocolate flavour.
The product name lists 9 pieces and 104,4 g. These aren’t kano cakes; if anyone has allergies, check the packaging for wheat, milk, soya and possible trace warnings.
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LU Scholiertje Milk Chocolate Biscuits, 150 g
A milk chocolate biscuit if you want something chocolatey but aren’t looking for a wafer.
Pack size: 150 g. These aren’t kano cakes; check how many biscuits are in the pack before sharing, and check the current packaging if anyone has allergies.
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Kahve Dunyasi Gofrik Pistachio Paste Milk Chocolate, 10 × 12,5 g
A chocolate and pistachio option for anyone looking for a different flavour from a kano cake filled with almond paste.
The product name lists 10 portions of 12,5 g. As this contains pistachio, it’s important to check the full allergen information on the packaging before sharing it with guests.
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KitKat Gold Wafer Chocolate Salted Caramel, 9 stuks
A chocolate and caramel-flavoured wafer for anyone who wants to share individual pieces rather than kano cakes.
The product name lists 9 pieces; don’t assume they’re individually wrapped without checking. If anyone has allergies, read the packaging for information about wheat, milk, soya and possible traces.
Frequently asked questions
Are kano cakes always chocolate-coated?
No: the butter-rich kano cakes from Albert Heijn and Jumbo described here are biscuits filled with almond paste and don’t have a chocolate coating. If chocolate coating matters for your games night, look for a product that specifically says it has one, and check whether you’re buying a kano cake, biscuit or wafer.
How can I estimate how many kano cakes I’ll need for a small group?
Start by checking both the portions and the number of pieces on the packaging, and bear in mind any other snacks you’ll be serving. Albert Heijn lists six 45 g portions for its butter-rich kano cakes; Jumbo lists five 55 g portions for its kano cakes. One stated portion doesn’t necessarily mean one individual biscuit.
How should I store leftover kano cakes?
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging of the product you’ve bought. Albert Heijn recommends storing its kano cakes in a cool, dry place and putting them in a sealed tin after opening; Jumbo says to store its version in a cool, dry and dark place.
Can I give a chocolate-coated snack to a guest with a nut allergy without checking the label?
No. Don’t rely on the chocolate coating to decide whether it’s suitable for that guest. Verkade lists hazelnut in its XXL Choco Wafel Hazelnootcrème and warns that it may contain other nuts and peanuts. Ask what allergen information your guest needs, and read the current packaging of the product you plan to serve.