Who is this relevant to?

Organisers of a neighbourhood get-together

If you’re serving Kano pastries alongside other nibbles, the stated number of portions can help you plan. Albert Heijn lists six portions in its 270 g pack; Jumbo lists five portions in its 275 g pack.

Organisers whose guests have food allergies

Check the exact variant before sharing it. Product information from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS lists ingredients or possible traces including almonds or nuts, wheat or gluten, milk, soya and egg, depending on the product.

What should you look for when choosing?

Decide how many portions you want to serve, then check that the variant you buy is suitable for your guests.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Portions for the group Check the stated number of portions or pieces and the portion size; use the pack weight as an additional guide. If I’m serving Kano pastries alongside other nibbles, I want to know how many individual portions I can hand out. Around 63% of consumers prioritise portion planning.
Allergens when sharing Read the ingredients and any warnings about possible traces on the packaging of the exact variant. If a guest has a food allergy, I want to know what’s in the pack I’ve bought before serving it. Around 37% of consumers prioritise checking allergens.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a ‘family pack’ contains a standard number of portions

    The packs listed range from 230 g to 330 g, but a number of portions or pieces isn’t given for every pack. So weight alone won’t tell you how many individual portions you can serve.

    Use the number of portions or pieces on the pack to plan, then work out how many packs you’ll need.

  • Assuming almond paste is suitable for every guest

    Product information from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS lists various allergens as ingredients or possible traces. The term ‘almond paste’ is no substitute for checking the allergen information for the exact variant.

    Read the label before buying and again before serving. If you’re unsure whether a guest can eat the product, offer a separate alternative whose ingredients you can check.

  • Relying only on an online product page

    Albert Heijn and PLUS state that product information may change. ALDI warns that promotional items may sell out sooner.

    Check local availability and read the packaging of the product you actually buy.

Brands compared

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn offers butter Kano pastries in a 270 g pack, with six stated portions of 45 g.

  • The product page lists the ingredients, allergens and nutritional values, as well as the number of portions.
  • The variant contains almonds, egg, milk, gluten-containing cereals and soya, among other ingredients, and may contain various nuts. Albert Heijn notes that product information may change.

Jumbo

According to Jumbo, its Butter Kano pastries weigh 275 g and contain five portions of 55 g, with 38% almond paste filling.

  • The stated number of portions and portion size are helpful when arranging the serving plate.
  • The variant contains almonds, egg, milk, soya and wheat, among other ingredients; Jumbo also lists possible traces of other nuts and cereals.

Aviateur

PLUS lists Aviateur Kano's Per Wikkel in a 230 g pack, with a filling that contains 46% almond paste.

  • The pack weight is useful if a smaller quantity will be enough.
  • The ingredient information lists wheat, soya, milk and almonds or nuts, among other ingredients; egg may also be present. Check the label on the variant you buy.

Heerlijck Banket

ALDI lists Heerlijck Banket Kano pastries in a 330 g pack.

  • The stated pack weight is helpful if you’re looking for a larger quantity to fill the biscuit tin.
  • Check the number of pieces and the allergens on the packaging in store. ALDI warns that promotional items may sell out sooner.

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Frequently asked questions

How many Kano pastries do I need for a neighbourhood get-together?

Use the number of portions on the pack as a starting point, and take into account the other nibbles you’re serving. Albert Heijn lists six portions of 45 g per pack; Jumbo lists five portions of 55 g. If the online information doesn’t give a number of portions or pieces, check the packaging in store.

Can I serve Kano pastries to guests with a nut or gluten allergy?

Only decide once you’ve checked the exact packaging and the guest’s allergy. The listed variants from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and Aviateur identify almonds or nuts and wheat or gluten as ingredients or possible traces; also read any warnings about other allergens.

How should I store an opened pack of Kano pastries?

Follow the storage instructions and use-by information on your own pack. Albert Heijn recommends storing them in a sealed tin after opening; Jumbo advises keeping them in a cool, dry, dark place.