Who is each option right for?

If you want to hand out pastries individually

Want to give several people a separately wrapped kano pastry each? PLUS explicitly describes its 230 g Aviateur option as Per Wikkel. Check the pack to see how many individual portions it contains.

If butter and almond paste are your priority

If individual wrappers matter less, you can compare the product descriptions from Albert Heijn and PLUS. Albert Heijn says its butter kano pastries contain 41% almond paste; PLUS says its butter kano pastries Per Tray contain 39% almond paste filling.

If you need to check allergens for others

When sharing treats with a group, the ingredient information on the pack you buy matters more than the product name. The descriptions of the options reviewed mention ingredients including wheat, milk, soya and almond; the allergens and possible traces listed vary by product.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether each kano pastry needs its own wrapper. Then compare the ingredients and the quantity you need for your treat.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Individual wrapper Look for wording such as Per Wikkel, or check the inner packaging. Per Tray does not confirm that the pastries are individually wrapped. If I'm handing kano pastries out to different people, I want to be able to give each one separately without opening the whole pack. An individual wrapper would be the main consideration for around 37% of consumers.
Allergens Read the current ingredients list and the allergen and possible traces information on the pack. When sharing treats with a group, I want to know which ingredients and possible traces are relevant to the people receiving them. Around 27% of consumers would put checking allergens first.
Butter and almond paste Check whether butter is listed and compare the percentage of almond paste filling for the specific product. For a little get-together, butter and almond paste filling matter more to me than individual wrappers. Taste would be the first priority for around 18% of consumers.
Quantity Check the pack weight and, if stated, the number of pastries or portions. When I'm buying for a small group, I want a pack that suits the number of people receiving them. Quantity would be the most important factor for around 18% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming Per Tray means individually wrapped

    A tray can be handy for sharing kano pastries, but the wording doesn't mean that each pastry has its own wrapper. That distinction matters if you want to hand them out individually.

    If that's what you need, choose an option explicitly labelled Per Wikkel or check the inner packaging before buying.

  • Guessing allergens from the product name

    Butter and almond paste don't tell you everything that's in the ingredients list. The product information for the kano pastries reviewed lists different allergens, and some options may contain traces of other allergens.

    Read the label on the pack you buy and share the ingredient information with anyone who needs it.

  • Relying on a product page as your final check

    When handing out the pastries, check the packaging, ingredients and best-before date on the pack you actually buy.

    Check the pack before buying and follow its storage instructions.

Brands to consider

Aviateur

PLUS lists Aviateur Kano's Per Wikkel 230 g as an individually wrapped option.

  • The Per Wikkel label is useful if you want to hand out each kano pastry separately.
  • According to the product information, this option contains ingredients including wheat, soya, milk and almond; also check the pack for information about possible allergens.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn describes its Roomboter kano's 270 g as containing 41% almond paste.

  • The stated ingredients give you a clear point of comparison if butter and almond paste filling are what you're looking for.
  • The product description doesn't confirm that the pastries are individually wrapped; check the pack if you need them to be.

PLUS

PLUS describes its Roomboter kano's Per Tray 275 g as made with butter, decorated with almond and containing 39% almond paste filling.

  • The product description makes clear which ingredients are highlighted in these butter kano pastries.
  • Per Tray doesn't confirm that each pastry has its own wrapper. Check the allergen information on the pack too, especially if you're sharing them with others.

Sondey

Lidl describes Sondey Kano's as butter pastries filled with almond paste, in a 325 g pack.

  • The product description tells you what type of pastry it is and how much the pack weighs.
  • Check the pack to see whether the pastries are individually wrapped and which allergens are listed.

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Frequently asked questions

Are kano pastries in a tray individually wrapped too?

The Per Tray label doesn't tell you that. If each kano pastry needs its own wrapper, check the inner packaging or choose an option explicitly labelled Per Wikkel, such as the Aviateur option described by PLUS.

Which allergens should I check before handing out kano pastries?

Check the full allergen information for your chosen option on the current pack. The product information for the kano pastries reviewed mentions ingredients including wheat, milk, soya and almond; some options also list egg or possible traces of nuts.

How should I store kano pastries until Valentine's Day?

Follow the storage advice and check the best-before date on the pack you buy. The product information for the Aviateur, Albert Heijn and PLUS options reviewed says to store them in a cool, dry place; Albert Heijn advises keeping its option in a sealed tin after opening.

Where can I find the ingredients information for a pre-packed box of kano pastries?

Check the ingredients list on the pack, where allergens must also be clearly identified. Your Europe explains this labelling information for pre-packed foods in the EU; when handing out the pastries, use the information on the packaging you actually bought.