Breakfast guests who want something sweet to share
You’re looking for packaged cakes to add to a shared weekend breakfast. The main things to consider are whether the contents and number of portions suit the people around the table.
Who is this choice relevant to?
Gift buyers looking for chocolate
You want to give someone a gift and have a box of chocolates in mind. First decide whether you’re looking for a gift or cakes for the breakfast table: kano cakes and an assortment of chocolates are different types of product.
Shoppers checking ingredients or allergens
You need to know whether the product you choose is suitable for the person who’ll be eating it. The kano cakes reviewed here list ingredients including wheat, milk, soya or almonds; also check the pack for warnings about possible traces.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you’re looking for cakes to have with breakfast or a box of chocolates as a gift. Then compare products within your chosen category, checking the ingredients and the quantity you need.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important to? |
|---|---|---|
| Product type | Look for filled cakes to put on the table, or choose a selection box separately if you want to give chocolate as a gift. | If I’m taking something for breakfast, I don’t want to accidentally choose a gift box, or vice versa. That’s why product type comes first for around 43% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack, including warnings about possible traces. | If someone at the table needs to avoid certain ingredients, I want to know what’s in this particular variety first. For around 29% of consumers, this check takes priority. |
| Pack size and portions | Compare the net weight and the number of items or stated portions with the number of people who’ll be eating. | For breakfast with several guests, I want to bring enough cakes without judging by the pack size alone. Around 28% of consumers prioritise quantity. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming kano cakes and a box of chocolates are the same product
Kano cakes are filled pastries; a box of chocolates contains an assortment of chocolates. So if you’re looking for both, you’ll need to make two separate choices.
Choose cakes for the breakfast table, and consider a box of chocolates separately if you’re buying a gift.
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Relying on the product name alone when checking allergens
Ingredients vary between varieties. As well as listing the allergens present, a pack may also warn of possible traces.
Before eating, read the ingredients list and allergen information on the pack you’ve actually bought.
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Assuming different packs contain the same amount
The Albert Heijn, PLUS and Aviateur packs reviewed here have different net weights. As a result, packs that look similar may not contain the same number of cakes for your group.
Check the net weight and the number of items or portions before choosing.
Brands to consider
Albert Heijn
The AH Roomboter kano cakes reviewed here are filled pastries in a 270 g pack.
- Albert Heijn lists six 45 g portions and describes each cake as filled with 41% almond pastry paste.
- Check the exact variety: other AH kano cakes may have a different composition.
PLUS
The PLUS Roomboter kano cakes reviewed here are own-brand cakes made with butter and almond paste.
- The pack listed contains 275 g, so you can compare the quantity with the number of guests.
- Check the ingredients and allergens on the pack you choose; the own-brand variety is not the same product as Aviateur Kano's.
Aviateur
PLUS describes the Aviateur Kano's reviewed here as cakes with a 46% almond pastry paste filling.
- The 230 g pack gives you a clear starting point for working out how much you need.
- According to the product information, these cakes contain ingredients including wheat, soya, milk and almonds, and may contain egg. Read the label before eating.
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Frequently asked questions
Are kano cakes intended to be a complete weekend breakfast?
It’s best to serve kano cakes as a sweet addition rather than a replacement for the whole breakfast. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends options such as wholegrain products and fruit for breakfast.
Which allergens should I check in kano cakes?
Always check the allergen information on the pack for the exact variety. The kano cakes reviewed here list ingredients including cereals containing gluten, milk, soya and almonds; some varieties also list egg or carry a warning about possible traces.
How should I store an opened pack of kano cakes?
Follow the storage instructions on the pack you’ve bought. The product information reviewed from Albert Heijn and PLUS recommends storing the cakes in a cool, dry place; for its reviewed variety, Albert Heijn also recommends using a sealed tin after opening.