Breakfast supplies for the household
If you regularly prepare breakfast or share a pack with several people, a large bag or a multipack of individual bags could suit you. Think in advance about how much you want to open and portion out.
Which pack is right for you?
Quick portions to take with you
If you want to prepare a portion in advance and seal the rest, check how the pack closes. A resealable bag helps keep the remaining almonds fresh, but it won’t portion them for you.
A considered breakfast choice
If you’re looking for unsalted almonds or a short ingredients list, check the product variant and the label. For example, PLUS lists almonds as the only ingredient; be sure to read any allergen warnings too.
What should you look for when choosing?
For a quick breakfast to take with you, it helps to decide first how much you want to use from the pack and how much preparation you’re happy to do in the morning.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this most important for? |
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| Portions from the pack | Compare the net weight and number of bags with how much you expect to use. | If I want to make several breakfast portions from one pack, I choose a size that suits how much I expect to use. Around 31% of consumers prioritise the amount in each planned portion. |
| Fewer things to do in the morning | Check whether the multipack contains separate stock bags or actual single portions; also see whether the bag is resealable. | If I want to grab something quickly on a busy morning, I look at how easy it is to portion and reseal. Around 31% of consumers give convenience when preparing food their top priority. |
| Ingredients and salt | Read the ingredients list and check the salt variant separately from the preparation method. | If I’m looking for unsalted almonds with ingredients that suit me, I check the label for each variant. Around 23% of consumers prioritise ingredients and salt. |
| Storing your supply | Check whether the pack seals properly and follow the storage advice on the label. | If I don’t eat almonds often, I want to be able to seal the opened pack properly and store it somewhere dry. Around 15% of consumers give storage their top priority. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a multipack contains portions to take with you
According to Albert Heijn, the AH 4-pack contains four separate 190 g bags. These are stock bags, not four small breakfast portions.
Check the weight of each bag and remember that you may need to portion the almonds yourself before choosing a pack.
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Assuming no added oil means unsalted
Duyvis Almonds Original is described as oven-roasted without added oil or fat. This doesn’t tell you whether salt has been added.
Check the salt variant and ingredients list separately from the preparation method.
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Forgetting to seal the pack after opening
Voedingscentrum advises storing nuts in a well-sealed, dry place. So if you buy a large pack, you’ll also need a way to seal it once it’s open.
Choose a quantity that suits how much you use, and check in advance whether the bag is resealable or you’ll need an airtight container.
Brands and product ranges to consider
Albert Heijn
The AH products mentioned range from a large bag of unroasted almonds to a multipack of separate stock bags.
- Albert Heijn lists AH Terra Unroasted Almonds at 500 g and the AH Unsalted Almonds 4-pack as four separate 190 g bags.
- The 4-pack doesn’t contain individual portions, so you’ll need to portion the almonds yourself.
Aldi
ALDI lists Trader Joe’s roasted, unsalted almonds in a 200 g pack.
- The product information says the bag is resealable.
- A resealable bag isn’t automatically a portion pack; you may still need to portion the almonds yourself.
PLUS
PLUS Unroasted and Unsalted Almonds comes in a 200 g stand-up pouch.
- The ingredients list contains almonds only.
- PLUS warns that the product may contain peanuts and other nuts; check the information on the pack.
Jumbo
Jumbo Unsalted Almonds comes in a 140 g pack.
- The product information identifies this as the unsalted variant.
- The ingredients list specifies 99% almonds and sunflower oil; Jumbo also states that the product may contain peanuts.
Duyvis
Duyvis Almonds Original is an oven-roasted almond variant in a 125 g pack.
- According to Duyvis’s own product description, the almonds are roasted without added oil or fat.
- That description doesn’t tell you whether the product is unsalted; check the salt variant separately.
Lidl
Lidl lists unsalted almonds and 200 g packs of Alesto Spanish almonds.
- The product descriptions indicate different variants and pack sizes.
- The description ‘Spanish almonds’ doesn’t confirm that every variant is unsalted; check the label on the pack you choose.
Almonds at Joybuy
These products range from smaller packs to 500 g bags, with both unsalted and roasted, salted options.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original Almond Kernels 160 g
A good choice if you’re looking for a smaller supply and want to reseal the pack after use.
Pack size: 160 g. The pack is described as resealable; the ingredients list states 100% almond kernels. Contains almonds.
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g'woon Almonds Raw & Unsalted 200 g
A 200 g pack for anyone looking for raw, unsalted almonds.
The product name says raw and unsalted; the ingredients list names almonds. Contains almonds.
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Anatolia Badem Natural (Almond) 500 g
The larger pack is ideal if you want to make several portions from one supply.
Pack size: 500 g. The product information states 100% almonds and recommends sealing the pack well after opening. Contains almonds.
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Anatolia Roasted Salted Almonds 500 g
This variant is only suitable if you’re looking for roasted, salted almonds, not if you specifically want unsalted almonds.
Pack size: 500 g. The product name specifies roasted, salted almonds. Contains almonds.
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g'woon Roasted & Salted Almonds 150 g
A smaller pack for anyone looking for roasted, salted almonds in a bag to take with them.
Pack size: 150 g. The pack is described as resealable; the product name specifies roasted, salted almonds. Contains almonds.
Frequently asked questions
How many breakfast portions can I get from a bag of almonds?
Divide the net weight by the portion size you want to prepare. Albert Heijn lists a 25 g serving on the label for AH Terra, so 500 g works out to 20 portions. On the same basis, 200 g gives you 8 portions. The serving size on the label isn’t personal dietary advice.
Are the bags in a multipack already portioned for breakfast?
Not in the AH Unsalted Almonds 4-pack: Albert Heijn lists four separate 190 g bags. You’ll need to make up your own portions.
How should I store almonds after opening?
Store any remaining nuts in a well-sealed, dry place and follow the instructions on your pack. Voedingscentrum gives 10 to 15 °C as an example; this isn’t a general guarantee of how long an opened bag will keep.
Does roasted without oil also mean unsalted?
No. The preparation method alone doesn’t tell you whether salt has been added. Duyvis describes Almonds Original as oven-roasted without added oil or fat; check the ingredients list and product information to confirm the salt variant.
What allergen information should I check on a pack?
Check the ingredients list and any warnings about the possible presence of allergens. The NVWA explains that allergens which must be declared have to be clearly distinguished from the other ingredients in the ingredients list; also read the information on the specific pack.