If you want to take along or hand out individual portions with no preparation, choose a pack that clearly states the inner packs are individually sealed. If you can weigh out portions yourself, a resealable bag or larger pack may work well. Choose unsalted or savoury roasted almonds to suit your preference, and always check the allergen information on the label when serving guests.
You want to take almonds along while doing your Christmas shopping or hand them out to each guest. A multipack, a resealable bag and a bag containing several portions may each require a different amount of preparation. Albert Heijn lists an unsalted 4-pack; ALDI mentions resealable packaging, and Duyvis lists several portions per bag.
You’re looking for unsalted almonds and want to assess the pack size separately. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre includes unsalted nuts in its Wheel of Five food guide; Jumbo and PLUS list unsalted almond products.
You’re looking for a roasted almond to serve with drinks and may be happy to portion it yourself. Duyvis describes an oven-roasted variety, while ALDI lists roasted salted and smoke-flavoured varieties. This is not an independent taste comparison.
First decide whether you need ready-to-go, individually sealed portions or can weigh them out yourself. Then choose a flavour and check the allergen information for the specific pack.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Packaging for each snack occasion | Check how many individually sealed inner packs there are and how many almonds each contains. A statement that a bag contains several portions doesn’t prove that they’re in separate bags. | If you want to take some along while doing your Christmas shopping or hand them out to each guest, the number of actual portion packs matters. Around 31% of consumers prioritise convenience for taking snacks along. |
| Savoury flavour and preparation | Check the exact flavour and preparation method. Duyvis describes Almonds Original as oven-roasted without added oil or fat; ALDI lists roasted salted and smoke-flavoured varieties. | If you’re looking for something savoury to serve with drinks, flavour may matter more than choosing an unsalted variety. Around 25% of consumers prioritise savoury flavour. |
| Unsalted option and portion size | Check that the variety is unsalted, and weigh out your own portion if you want to take a specific amount. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 grams as one handful of unsalted nuts in its calorie checker; this is a guide, not a recommended party portion. | If you specifically want unsalted almonds, check both the ingredients and how much you’re taking along. Around 19% of consumers prioritise an unsalted option. |
| Cost per usable portion | Compare the current total price, net weight and actual number of portions you can hand out. Compare weights on the same basis, and factor in whether you’ll need to buy packaging to portion them yourself. | If you’re stocking up for several guests, you’ll want to know how many usable portions you’ll get from your purchase. For around 13% of consumers, cost per portion is their top purchasing priority. |
| Allergen information | Check the ingredients and warnings on the pack you’ve chosen. Almonds are tree nuts; keep the label if you’re dividing the contents yourself. | If you’re catering for guests who need to avoid allergens, you’ll need the information from that exact pack. Around 12% of consumers prioritise suitable allergen information when making their first choice. |
A pack labelled as containing several portions doesn’t have to contain individually sealed snack bags. Duyvis lists four to five portions in a 125 g bag, but that doesn’t mean it contains four or five separate packs.
Before handing them out, check how many sealed inner packs there are and how much each one contains.
Portioning them yourself takes time and may require extra packaging.
Duyvis describes the preparation method for Almonds Original as involving no added oil or fat. That doesn’t mean the almonds themselves are fat-free.
Read the preparation details and nutritional information separately, and choose an amount that suits the occasion.
Almonds are tree nuts. If you divide the contents yourself, it’s useful to keep the original packaging so you can refer to the ingredients and warnings.
Keep the pack and make it clear when handing them out that the portions contain almonds. Don’t assume a product is suitable for someone with an allergy based on its flavour or preparation method.
A useful option to look into if you’re considering a multipack: Albert Heijn lists AH Unsalted Almonds 4-pack.
Duyvis describes Almonds Original as oven-roasted almonds in a 125 g pack.
Jumbo lists unsalted almonds in a 140 g pack.
ALDI lists unroasted almonds and roasted varieties under the Trader Joe's product name.
PLUS lists unroasted, unsalted almonds in a 200 g stand-up pouch.
The Alesto product listing includes 200 g Spanish almonds in several varieties.
These products are suitable if you want to weigh out your own portions, choose an unsalted or natural variety, or find a savoury roasted snack.
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A resealable pack for weighing out your own portions and sealing the remaining contents.
The product description lists almond kernels as a snack and gives the pack size as 160 g.
Contains almonds and is not suitable for anyone with an almond allergy. Bear in mind the choking risk posed by whole nuts for young children.
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An unsalted option for anyone who wants to weigh out their own portions and choose the flavour separately from the pack size.
The product name specifies raw, unsalted almonds in a 200 g pack. The product description says to reseal the pack tightly after opening.
Contains almonds and is not suitable for anyone with an almond allergy. Bear in mind the choking risk posed by whole nuts for young children.
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A savoury roasted option for anyone who wants to portion out almonds themselves for drinks with friends.
The product description lists almonds and salt as ingredients and gives the net weight as 500 g.
Contains almonds and is not suitable for anyone with an almond allergy. The product description warns of a choking risk for young children and states that the product is not suitable for infants.
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A large pack for weighing out your own snack portions; check the product information if you’re looking for a specific flavour or ingredients.
The ingredients list specifies 100% almonds. The product description mentions snacking and a 500 g pack size.
Contains almonds and is not suitable for anyone with an almond allergy. Bear in mind the choking risk posed by whole nuts for young children.
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A resealable savoury bag for anyone who wants to portion out the almonds and seal the rest.
The product description gives the pack size as 150 g and lists 97% almonds, sunflower oil and 0.7% salt.
Contains almonds; the description mentions possible traces of peanuts and other nuts. Bear in mind the choking risk posed by whole nuts for young children.
No. The Joybuy listing for Duyvis says that a 125 g bag contains four to five portions, not four to five separate packs. Before handing them out, check how many sealed inner packs are actually in the pack you’ve chosen.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 grams as one handful of unsalted nuts in its calorie checker. You can use this as a guide when weighing out a portion, but it isn’t a recommended party portion and doesn’t tell you how much is in a full pack.
Follow the storage instructions on the pack you choose. For the unsalted almonds in question, Jumbo says to store them in a cool, dry and dark place; ALDI mentions resealable packaging for its unroasted variety. Don’t assume a fixed shelf life after opening just because the pack can be resealed.
Keep the original packaging so you can check the ingredients and warnings for the specific variety. The NVWA provides information about allergen labelling on prepacked products; almonds are tree nuts. A different flavour or preparation method doesn’t automatically make a product suitable for someone with an allergy.
Don’t assume that whole nuts are suitable for young children. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre warns of the risk of choking on whole nuts and advises children to sit calmly while eating, with an adult nearby.
