Evening snackers planning a portion
If you want to save a kano cake for later in the evening, check the portion weight and nutritional information per portion. The values per 100 g help you compare different packs on a like-for-like basis.
Who needs to plan portions?
Sharing with others or packing lunches
If you want to divide a pack between people, evenings or lunchboxes, the stated number of cakes or portions is more useful than the total weight alone. Albert Heijn and Jumbo give these counts for several of their kano cakes.
Anyone who needs to check allergens
The allergen information for AH BASIC, Albert Heijn and Jumbo kano cakes includes ingredients such as wheat or gluten, soya and milk. Other declarations vary by product, so check the label on the pack you’re buying.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide which information matters most to you. Then check that the pack provides it before comparing pack weights.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Ingredients and nutritional information | Read the allergen list and compare sugars and saturates per portion and per 100 g. | If ingredients are the deciding factor for me, I want to know exactly what’s in these kano cakes. Around 50% of consumers prioritise what a product contains. |
| Sharing and planning portions | Check the number of cakes or portions and the weight per portion. | I want to divide the pack between several evenings, people or lunchboxes without relying on the total weight. This is the main priority for around 30% of consumers. |
| Retailer and availability | Check whether you can order the pack you’ve chosen online or need to visit a shop. | When planning my shopping, I want to know whether my chosen retailer stocks this particular pack. Availability is the top priority for around 20% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming pack weight tells you how many snacks you’ll get
Albert Heijn lists AH butter kano cakes as six portions of 45 g, while Jumbo gives five portions of 55 g for its 275 g butter kano cakes. So a similar pack weight doesn’t tell you how many portions you can divide it into.
If you’re sharing or packing lunchboxes, check the number of cakes or portions first, then the weight per portion.
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Relying on the product name to check allergens
AH BASIC, AH butter kano cakes and Jumbo list different combinations of ingredients, including wheat, soya, milk, egg and almond. Declarations about the possible presence of nuts can also vary.
Each time you buy, read the ingredients and allergen information on the current pack. Don’t rely on the product name or an image alone.
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Assuming a product page means you can order it
Lidl states that Sondey Kano cakes are only available in store. For the specific Aviateur pack of seven, weighing 325 g, Jumbo says it’s no longer available online.
Check the ordering or in-store options for the pack you want before completing your shopping.
Comparing brands and packs
In these examples, note the difference between the number of cakes, the number of portions and the total weight: each tells you something different.
AH BASIC
Albert Heijn describes a pack of AH BASIC Kano cakes as containing six cakes, with a total weight of 280 g and 46% almond paste filling.
- The stated number of cakes is useful if you want to divide the pack.
- The allergen information includes wheat gluten, soya, lactose and milk protein. The product is made in a facility that also processes nuts.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists AH butter kano cakes in a 270 g pack, with six portions of 45 g.
- The portion weight makes it clear what quantity the per-portion information refers to.
- The ingredients and allergen information includes egg, milk, wheat, soya and almond. Also check the declarations about the possible presence of other ingredients.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists its butter kano cakes in a 275 g pack, with five portions of 55 g.
- The product page gives nutritional information both per 100 g and per portion.
- Five portions is not the same as the six portions in the Albert Heijn product mentioned above. The allergen information includes almond, egg, gluten, milk, soya and wheat.
Aviateur
Jumbo describes Aviateur Filled Kano Cakes as a pack of seven weighing 325 g; PLUS lists a different Aviateur pack weighing 230 g.
- The number of cakes is clearly stated for the 325 g pack.
- Jumbo says that this particular pack is no longer available online. Don’t assume that the 230 g pack at PLUS is the same product.
Sondey
Lidl describes its 325 g Sondey Kano cakes as butter cakes filled with almond paste.
- The stated pack weight is useful when comparing pack sizes.
- Lidl says this product is only available in store. Check the pack to see how many individual cakes it contains.
Heerlijck Banket
ALDI lists Heerlijck Banket Kano cakes in a 330 g pack.
- The pack weight gives you a basis for comparing its size with other packs.
- Check the pack for the number of cakes and the latest nutritional and allergen information before planning portions.
Kano cakes at Joybuy
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Frequently asked questions
How do I compare kano cakes if I’m watching my sugar or saturated fat intake?
Compare the nutritional information per 100 g and per portion, as portion sizes vary between packs. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends checking the ingredients and nutrition table for snacks too, rather than looking only at the front of the pack.
Which allergens should I check in kano cakes?
Check the allergen information on the specific pack. The products mentioned here include ingredients such as wheat or gluten, soya and milk; some also list egg, almond or the possible presence of nuts. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains the mandatory labelling of allergens. Don’t rely solely on a previous purchase of the same product.
How should I store an opened pack of kano cakes?
Follow the storage instructions on the pack. For the AH BASIC and butter varieties mentioned, Albert Heijn recommends storing them in a sealed tin after opening. Also follow the best-before date on your pack.
Can I tell from a product page whether a pack is available to order online?
Not without checking the retailer’s current ordering options. Lidl says the Sondey Kano cakes mentioned are only available in store, while Jumbo lists the specific Aviateur pack of seven, weighing 325 g, as no longer available online.