Who needs to think about portions?

Anyone sharing with family or guests

You want to know in advance how many people a pack will serve. Albert Heijn lists six servings in a 270 g pack, while Jumbo lists five servings in a 275 g pack.

Shoppers keeping an eye on quantity

You’re choosing a pack to share, so you’ll want to check both the total weight and any serving information. The weight alone won’t tell you how many servings are listed on the pack.

Anyone checking lunchboxes and allergens

You want to take a cake with you, so check whether individual wrappers are needed. If you have a food allergy, also read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack itself.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, decide how you plan to share or take your kano cakes with you. Then check the pack and label for the details that matter for the occasion.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Sharing out portions Check the stated number of servings and serving size; for lunchboxes, check whether the cakes are individually wrapped. If I want to share the cakes, I want to know in advance how I can divide up the pack. Around 37% of consumers prioritise portioning.
How much is in the pack Compare the total weight with the amount you need for your group. For a group, I want to know whether one pack contains enough cakes for the occasion. The quantity is the first consideration for around 36% of consumers.
Allergens and recipe Read the ingredients, allergen information and any warnings about possible traces on the current label. If someone has a food allergy, I need to check first whether the ingredients are suitable. Around 18% of consumers prioritise this check.
Sweet treats Check the nutritional information per 100 g and per serving, and decide when you want to serve the cakes. I want to serve a sweet cake without mistaking it for a savoury party snack. Around 9% of consumers focus on how it fits the occasion.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming multiple servings means individual wrappers

    A stated number of servings helps you share the pack, but it doesn’t tell you whether each cake has its own wrapper. This is especially useful to know if you want to put the cakes in lunchboxes.

    Check the pack specifically to see whether the cakes are individually wrapped.

  • Guessing allergens from the product name

    The kano cakes described here list ingredients including wheat, milk, egg, soya and almond. The name alone doesn’t give you the full picture of the ingredients or possible traces.

    If you have a food allergy, always read the allergen information on the pack you’re actually buying.

  • Planning to serve kano cakes as savoury party snacks

    Kano cakes are sweet cakes filled with almond paste, so they serve a different purpose from savoury party snacks.

    If you like, serve them separately, perhaps with coffee or as a sweet finish to your drinks and nibbles.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists six 45 g servings in its 270 g butter kano cake pack. That makes it easy to plan how to share the pack.

  • The product information lists 41% almond paste and the number of servings.
  • If you want to take the cakes with you, check the pack for individual wrappers. Also read the label for allergen information.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists five 55 g servings in its 275 g butter kano cake pack.

  • The stated number of servings helps you plan how to share the pack.
  • Check whether individual wrappers are needed and, if you have allergies, consult the current label.

PLUS

PLUS Butter Kano Cakes come in a 275 g pack and, according to PLUS, contain 39% almond paste filling.

  • The product description mentions butter and an almond decoration.
  • If allergens are a concern, read the ingredients and information about possible traces on the pack.

Aviateur

PLUS describes Aviateur Kano Cakes, 230 g, as cakes with 46% almond paste filling.

  • The stated filling percentage gives you a specific detail to compare between recipes.
  • Check the number of servings on the pack before sharing, and read the allergen information if you have allergies.

Heerlijck Banket

Heerlijck Banket Kano Cakes at ALDI come in a 330 g pack. The total weight is useful when estimating how much you’ll need for a group.

  • The pack weight is stated.
  • Check the pack to see how many servings you can share and which allergens are listed.

Sondey

Lidl describes Sondey Kano Cakes as butter cakes with almond paste in a 325 g pack.

  • Lidl states that this is a shop-exclusive product.
  • Check the pack for serving information, ingredients and allergens before choosing this product.

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Frequently asked questions

Which pack of kano cakes is easy to portion out?

A pack that states the number of servings gives you a helpful guide: Albert Heijn lists six 45 g servings, while Jumbo lists five 55 g servings. If you want to put the cakes in lunchboxes, check separately whether they’re individually wrapped.

Which allergens should I check in kano cakes?

Always read the current label on the pack you’ve chosen. The varieties described here list ingredients including wheat, soya, milk, egg and almond; also check for any warnings about possible traces. The Voedingscentrum stresses the importance of checking label information if you have a food allergy.

Can kano cakes replace savoury party snacks?

Not if you want to serve a typical platter of savoury party snacks. Kano cakes are sweet, so they’re better served as a separate addition.

How should I store an opened pack of kano cakes?

Follow the storage instructions on the pack you buy. Albert Heijn recommends keeping the cakes in a sealed tin after opening; the PLUS product information described here says to store them in a cool, dry place.