Only choose a larger pack of kano cakes if it contains enough cakes for the portions you have planned and the school allows this type of treat. The varieties listed contain wheat or cereals containing gluten and, depending on the variety, other allergens too. Before packing them, check the school’s policy and the packaging of the product you’re actually buying. If it doesn’t meet the school’s requirements, choose something that does.
If you’re buying for a school fair, a stated number of cakes can help you work out how many packs you’ll need. Albert Heijn lists six cakes or portions per pack for two kano cake varieties. If you’re buying a different pack, check the number of cakes first.
For a school event, rules about wheat, gluten, nuts, milk, eggs or other allergens may apply. Check the school’s requirements in advance, then read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack you’ve chosen.
A school may have rules about the type or quantity of treats allowed. Before buying kano cakes, ask the organiser or teacher what applies to this fair.
First check that kano cakes meet the school’s requirements. Then work out how many packs you’ll need based on the number of cakes in each one.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Number of portions | Check how many cakes are in each pack and count how many individual portions you want to offer. Albert Heijn lists six cakes for AH BASIC Kano's and six portions for AH Roomboter kano's. | If you’re buying for a group, you’ll want to know whether the number of cakes matches your plans for handing them out. Around 40% of consumers prioritise portion planning. |
| Allergens and school requirements | Ask what rules apply, then check the ingredients, allergen information and any warnings about possible traces of allergens on the pack you’ve chosen. | If there are rules about allergens or treats, you’ll want to avoid bringing an unsuitable cake. For around 40% of consumers, checking these requirements is their main concern. |
| Where you shop | Check whether the pack you want is available in store, and read the label there. ALDI lists Heerlijck Banket Kano's, 330 g, as an in-store product. | If you shop at a particular retailer, you’ll want to find a pack there that suits your plans. Around 20% of consumers prioritise this practical consideration. |
The number of cakes tells you nothing about the school’s rules or the allergens in the variety you’ve chosen. A pack may be handy for planning portions but still be unsuitable for the event.
First ask which products are allowed. Then work out how many portions and packs you’ll need.
As well as wheat or cereals containing gluten, the Albert Heijn and PLUS varieties reviewed also list other allergens. These and any additional warnings vary by variety.
Read all the allergen information and any ‘may contain’ statements on the exact pack you plan to bring.
Albert Heijn says that product information can change. So if your choice depends on the ingredients or allergens, it’s important to check the current packaging.
Check the label just before packing, even if you’ve bought the product before.
Albert Heijn lists AH BASIC Kano's with six cakes and a pack size of 280 g, and AH Roomboter kano's with six portions and a pack size of 270 g.
PLUS lists Roomboter kano's in a 275 g pack.
ALDI lists Heerlijck Banket Kano's, 330 g, as an in-store product.
Check the rules for this school fair in advance. According to VOO, schools may have policies about what pupils are allowed to hand out. Also ask the organiser or teacher what allergen requirements apply to the group.
No. The Albert Heijn and PLUS varieties listed contain wheat or cereals containing gluten. Check the packaging of the variety you’re actually buying before deciding whether it meets the school’s requirements.
It depends on the variety. As well as wheat or gluten, the Albert Heijn and PLUS products listed include soya and milk ingredients, among others. The butter varieties also list egg and almond or nuts. Check all the allergen information and any ‘may contain’ warnings on the label.
Follow the storage instructions on the pack you’ve chosen. The Albert Heijn and PLUS varieties listed should be stored in a cool, dry place. Albert Heijn also recommends keeping them in a sealed tin once opened.
