A multipack of individual packs can be practical for sharing on several occasions, but the confirmed Albert Heijn bundles contain larger packs rather than individual lunchbox portions. The unroasted bundle contains six 450 g packs; the smoked-flavour bundle contains six 175 g packs. For lunchboxes, portion the almonds yourself and check the ingredients, allergen information and whether they’re suitable for the recipient.
You want to be able to open several packs for a group or on different occasions around the Christmas market. Check both the number of individual packs and the weight of each one: Albert Heijn describes the confirmed bundles as packs sold individually.
You’re looking for almonds to portion yourself into smaller quantities to take with you. A larger pack can work for this, but a serving size on the label isn’t the same as an individual snack pack. Albert Heijn warns that young children can choke on nuts, so take the recipient and the texture of the snack into account.
You want to choose between an unsalted option and a savoury, seasoned variety. Compare the ingredients for the exact product: according to Albert Heijn, the unroasted variety contains almonds with no added salt, while the smoked-flavour variety contains oil, salt and dextrose, among other ingredients.
When choosing almonds for a Christmas market or lunchbox, start by deciding what matters most to you. Then check all the product information relevant to the people who’ll be eating them.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Pack size for sharing | Check the number of individual packs and the weight of each one. Albert Heijn confirms that the six-packs mentioned are supplied as individual packs. | If you’re planning several sharing occasions for a group, you’ll want to know how many packs you can open each time; around 36% of consumers prioritise the amount available to share. |
| Lunchbox portions | Check whether the bundle contains individual bags or whether you’ll need to weigh out portions yourself. For the 450 g Albert Heijn pack, 25 g is a serving size on the label, not a separate bag. | For lunchboxes, you’ll want to control the portion size and know how much preparation is involved; around 29% of consumers prioritise lunchbox convenience. |
| Flavour and ingredients | Read the ingredients list and nutritional information for the exact variety. The words ‘roasted’ or ‘unroasted’ alone don’t tell you whether salt has been added. | If you’re looking for an unsalted option or prefer a savoury flavour, base your choice on the ingredients for that specific product; around 21% of consumers prioritise flavour and ingredients. |
| Safe sharing and storage | Check the allergen information and storage instructions. According to the NVWA, when selling unpackaged products, information about the specific type of nut present must be available. | When sharing almonds with others, you’ll want to consider allergens, the recipient and proper storage; around 14% of consumers make this their top purchasing priority. |
The confirmed bundles contain larger individual packs. For example, the individual 450 g Albert Heijn pack lists 18 servings on the label, but those portions aren’t pre-packed separately.
Check both the number of packs and the weight of each one. Look for an explicit mention of individually portioned packs.
Weighing and packing portions yourself takes preparation and may require extra tubs or bags.
The product listing for Duyvis Oven Roasted Tree Nuts 10 × 125 g names cashews, peanuts and 24% almonds. It’s a nut mix, not the same as a bundle containing almonds only.
Check the full product name and ingredients list, even when the bundle name highlights almonds.
Duyvis describes Almonds Original as oven-roasted without added oil or fat. That alone doesn’t tell you whether the product contains salt.
Check the preparation method and salt content separately on the label for the exact variety.
The Albert Heijn varieties mentioned contain almonds and may also contain other nuts and peanuts. When selling unpackaged products, customers must be able to get information about the specific type of nut present, according to the NVWA.
Keep the original label and make sure the information stays with the right portions. When selling, follow the NVWA requirements for allergen information.
Repacking portions yourself takes extra preparation to ensure the product information stays with them.
A useful reference for two confirmed almond bundles, each containing six individual packs.
A useful reference for a single 125 g pack of savoury almonds, not a multipack containing almonds only.
A useful reference for a single pack of unsalted almonds.
A useful reference for Alesto Spanish almonds in 200 g varieties.
A useful reference for individual 200 g packs that you can portion yourself.
A useful reference for a stand-up pouch of unroasted, unsalted almonds.
Individual packs of almonds to portion yourself for lunchboxes or sharing; the products below aren’t multipacks with individual portions.
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A single pack to weigh out yourself for lunchboxes or sharing; this isn’t a multipack.
Ingredients: 100% almond kernels. Net weight: 500 g.
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These raw, unsalted almonds are for portioning yourself; this is one pack, not a selection of individual portions.
Contents: 200 g. The pack can be closed securely after opening.
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A single pack of almond kernels to portion yourself for several occasions; the portions aren’t packed individually.
Contents: 160 g. The product description says the pack is resealable.
If you use the 25 g serving size on the label, six 450 g packs give you 108 measured portions in total. You’ll get six individual packs, not 108 snack bags. The serving size on the label isn’t personalised nutritional advice.
No. A small bag doesn’t change the texture of whole almonds. Albert Heijn warns that young children can choke on nuts. The Voedingscentrum recommends options such as 100% nut butter with no added salt or sugar as a bread topping for toddlers and pre-school children.
Follow the instructions for the exact variety. For the Albert Heijn almonds mentioned, the advice is to store them in a cool, dark and dry place and close the pack securely after use. Check the best-before information on the pack; don’t use it to assume a fixed shelf life for portions you’ve repacked yourself.
According to the NVWA, customers must be able to get information about allergens present before buying; for nuts, the specific type must be clear. For unpackaged products, information can be provided in writing or verbally, subject to certain conditions. It must be immediately available, including in writing or electronically for staff and inspectors, with a clear notice at the point of sale.
Yes. According to the NVWA, the rules for preparing, selling and storing food safely also apply to private individuals. The NVWA states that a HACCP food safety plan is compulsory for anyone who prepares and sells food several times a year; this isn’t automatically a requirement for someone who’s simply bringing snacks along as a visitor.
