If you want to keep an eye on calories with your afternoon coffee, weigh your portion and compare almonds by their energy per 100 g. Almonds aren’t automatically low in calories just because they’re unroasted, unsalted or made without added oil. Flavour, ingredients and portion size are separate considerations.
If you want to enjoy almonds with your afternoon coffee and keep track of the energy in your snack, compare the nutritional values for the same amount and decide on your portion in advance. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 158 kcal per 25 g handful of unsalted almonds; Albert Heijn provides product-specific label values for its unroasted almonds.
If you’re looking for unsalted almonds with a simple ingredients list, check the salt, added oil and flavourings separately. The product pages for Albert Heijn, PLUS and Jumbo show that unsalted varieties can still contain added oil.
If you prefer roasted or savoury seasoned almonds with your coffee, there are unsalted roasted options as well as products with flavourings. Check the ingredients for the exact variety. ALDI describes a roasted, unsalted variety, while Duyvis provides information about its savoury oven-roasted variety.
Start by checking the energy per 100 g, then decide how much you actually want to eat. Next, check whether the ingredients and preparation method suit your taste.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Energy in your portion | Compare kcal per 100 g and weigh the amount you want to have with your coffee. | If I want to manage my snack break mindfully, I want to know how much I’m actually serving myself. Around 42% of consumers prioritise calorie control above all else. |
| Ingredients and salt | Read the ingredients list and check separately for added salt, oil and flavourings. | If you’re looking for a simple, unsalted snack, you’ll want to know what else is in the pack besides almonds. Around 25% of consumers put ingredients first. |
| Preparation method and flavour | Choose between unroasted, unsalted roasted or savoury seasoned almonds, and check the nutritional information for the exact variety. | If I’m mainly after a roasted or savoury flavour, I also check what has been added to achieve it. Around 17% of consumers choose flavour as their top priority. |
| Packaging and storage | Check the net weight, whether the pack is resealable and the storage advice on the label. | For a daily coffee break, I want a pack that’s easy to seal and lets me serve myself a suitable portion. Around 16% of consumers prioritise everyday convenience and suitable packaging. |
Unsalted tells you about the salt, not the energy per 100 g. For solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 40 kcal per 100 g for a ‘low energy’ claim.
Assess the nutritional value and the amount you eat separately. Weigh your portion rather than treating the bag as one snack serving.
Duyvis describes its Almonds Original as oven-roasted without added oil or fat, but the manufacturer also lists its energy and salt content. That description of how the almonds are prepared is no substitute for the nutrition table.
Before choosing, check both the ingredients and the energy and salt values on the exact pack. The manufacturer’s and Albert Heijn’s information for Duyvis varieties differs, so don’t assume they refer to the same version.
The contents of a bag aren’t the same as the amount you eat during one coffee break. For the unroasted almonds reviewed, Albert Heijn lists a 25 g serving and advises closing the pack securely after use.
Take out the amount you want to eat beforehand, then seal the rest according to the storage advice on the pack.
The AH Unroasted Almonds reviewed are an option if you’re looking for an unroasted variety with a short ingredients list.
The PLUS Unsalted Almonds reviewed are roasted and intended for anyone looking for an unsalted flavour with that preparation method.
The Jumbo Unsalted Almonds reviewed are a roasted option if you’re looking for unsalted almonds.
Duyvis offers a savoury seasoned, oven-roasted variety; the manufacturer describes its Almonds Original as prepared without added oil or fat.
The Dutch ALDI pages describe Trader Joe’s almonds as either unroasted or roasted and unsalted.
The Dutch Lidl page lists Spanish Alesto almonds in several varieties.
These product choices are suited to anyone looking for almonds to have with their afternoon coffee and wanting to decide on their own portion. Check the nutritional information and ingredients on the exact pack.
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The product name specifies almond kernels. Decide how much to have with your coffee and check the nutritional information on the pack.
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The product name specifies raw, unsalted almonds. Check the ingredients list and nutritional information for this variety before comparing it with other products.
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The product name describes almonds. If you want to manage the energy in your coffee-break snack, decide on a portion and check the nutritional information on the pack.
Not based solely on a small portion. For solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 40 kcal per 100 g for a ‘low energy’ claim. The product labels reviewed list values above that level, so describe the amount you eat and don’t call the product itself low in calories.
Multiply the kcal per 100 g shown on the pack by the number of grams you weigh out, then divide by 100. For AH Unroasted Almonds, Albert Heijn lists 613 kcal per 100 g; based on that label value, 25 g contains 153.25 kcal.
Follow the instructions on the pack for your variety. For the unroasted almonds reviewed, Albert Heijn recommends storing them in a cool, dark, dry place and closing the pack securely after use. ALDI lists resealable packaging for the unroasted and roasted unsalted varieties reviewed.
Check the allergen information on the exact pack. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that allergen information must appear on pre-packed products; almonds are among the nuts listed as allergens. Also check for information about other allergens present and possible cross-contamination.
Whole nuts can pose a choking risk for young children. The packaging for the AH and PLUS almonds reviewed includes a warning; follow the age and use information on the pack.
