Who is this choice relevant to?

Anyone sharing biscuits during a TV night

You want to know how many portions are in a pack so you can decide whether there’s enough for everyone. Albert Heijn lists six portions for its pack of butter kano cakes; Jumbo lists five for its version.

Anyone checking allergens for guests

You check the ingredients and allergens before serving the biscuits. Albert Heijn and Jumbo’s product information lists wheat, milk, soya and almond, among other allergens; the details vary by product.

What should you look for when choosing?

Kano cakes for a TV night

A good choice when: you want to share biscuits filled with almond paste.

Bear in mind: the number of portions and allergens vary by pack; kano cakes aren’t an assortment of chocolates.

A box of chocolates as a gift

A good choice when: the gift is all about chocolate and how it’s presented.

Bear in mind: you’ll need to assess the selection, packaging and allergens of the chocolate box separately.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Portions for your group Check the pack weight and the stated number of pieces or portions. Albert Heijn lists six portions in a 270 g pack; Jumbo lists five in a 275 g pack. If I’m sharing biscuits with others, I want to know in advance how much everyone will get. For around 40% of consumers, the number of portions comes first.
Ingredients and allergens Read the current packaging, paying particular attention to wheat, milk, soya, egg, almond and any ‘may contain’ statements. When I’m serving something to guests, I want to check which ingredients matter to them first. For around 40% of consumers, checking allergens is the top priority.
Nutritional information per portion Compare the nutritional values per 100 g and also check the portion size shown on the pack. I want to weigh up how much sugar and fat my portion contains. Around 20% of consumers prioritise this nutritional information.

Common mistakes

  • Mistaking kano cakes for a box of chocolates

    Kano cakes are biscuits filled with almond paste. They won’t necessarily meet the expectations of someone receiving an assortment of chocolates as a gift.

    If you’re buying a gift, first ask yourself whether the recipient is expecting chocolate. Otherwise, choose based on the occasion and how many people will be sharing.

  • Relying on the product name to check allergens

    The name ‘kano cakes’ doesn’t tell you which allergens are in a particular version or what traces are listed on the packaging.

    Check the ingredients and allergen information on the pack before serving the biscuits to guests.

  • Counting the whole pack as one portion

    A pack may contain several stated portions. If you want to work out the nutritional information for your own portion, you’ll need both the values per 100 g and the portion size.

    Before serving, check how many portions are listed on the pack and decide how much you want to put out.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

The own-brand butter kano cakes are worth considering if you’re looking for a pack with a stated number of portions.

  • Albert Heijn lists 270 g, six portions and 41% almond paste filling.
  • If you’re sharing the biscuits, check the current packaging for ingredients and allergens.

Jumbo

Jumbo’s own-brand butter kano cakes are listed as having five portions.

  • Jumbo lists 275 g and 38% almond paste filling.
  • The product information lists almond, egg, cereals containing gluten, milk and soya among the allergens.

PLUS

PLUS sells own-brand butter kano cakes; you can compare the pack weight and filling when choosing.

  • PLUS lists a 275 g pack with 39% almond paste filling.
  • Use the nutritional information on the packaging if you want to compare values per 100 g or per portion.

Aviateur

Aviateur sells kano cakes in a 230 g pack.

  • The product listing at PLUS states five pieces and 46% almond paste filling.
  • Before serving, check the packaging for ingredients and any warnings about possible allergen traces.

Heerlijck Banket

The Heerlijck Banket kano cakes listed at ALDI are available in a 330 g pack.

  • The stated pack weight is 330 g.
  • Check the packaging to see how many pieces are in the pack and which ingredients and allergens are listed.

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Frequently asked questions

Are kano cakes the same as a box of chocolates?

No. Kano cakes are biscuits filled with almond paste, while a box of chocolates is all about chocolate. If you’re buying a gift, check what the recipient is expecting, and assess the contents and presentation of a chocolate box separately.

Which allergens should I check in kano cakes?

Read the allergen information on the specific pack. The versions described contain wheat, milk, soya, egg and almond, among other allergens; any warnings about traces also depend on the product.

How should I store an opened pack of kano cakes?

Follow the storage advice on the packaging of the pack you’ve bought. For its butter kano cakes, Albert Heijn recommends storing them in a sealed tin after opening.