Regular evening snackers
Want almonds for several snack breaks, but don’t want to open everything at once? Look for individually wrapped portions and decide in advance how much you want to have each time.
Who is this for?
Households that snack together
If you’re sharing with other people or also using almonds in meals, choose an overall quantity that suits how much you get through. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a cool, dark, dry place in a tightly sealed container.
Mindful occasional snackers
Don’t eat almonds every day and looking for an unsalted option? A smaller pack may suit the way you use them better. Also consider whether you want unroasted or roasted almonds.
What should you look for when choosing?
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important for? |
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| Quantity per pack | Compare the net weight and number of individual packs with how much you expect to use. | Want enough for several occasions without opening everything at once? Around 20% of consumers put choosing a quantity that suits their needs first. |
| Portion size and ingredients | Check the portion information, ingredients and nutritional information for the exact product. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre includes unsalted nuts in its Wheel of Five healthy eating guidelines. | Want to measure out a portion in advance and choose unsalted almonds? Around 20% of consumers give portion size and ingredients top priority. |
| Storing your supply | Check the closure and storage instructions, and choose an amount to open that you can use up in good time. | Don’t want to open more than you can seal and use up? Around 20% of consumers put storage and choosing a suitable quantity first. |
| Preparation and flavour | Check whether the almonds are unroasted or roasted, and read the ingredients. No added oil doesn’t automatically mean unsalted. | Looking specifically for unroasted, roasted or savoury-seasoned almonds? Around 20% of consumers choose mainly based on how they’re prepared and the flavour they want. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Check that almonds and any warnings about other allergens appear on the current label. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) states that allergen information for prepacked products must appear on the label. | Do you need to take someone’s allergy at home into account when buying? Around 20% of consumers make checking ingredients and allergens their top priority. |
Common buying mistakes
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Assuming a multipack is one snack portion
A pack containing several portions holds more than you may want to eat in one sitting. Albert Heijn lists 25 g as the product portion for the 190 g roasted variety examined.
Decide how much you want to have in advance, then seal the rest well.
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Confusing no added oil with unsalted
Duyvis describes Almonds Original as roasted without added oil or fat. Dutch retailer information for Oven-roasted almonds lists a savoury coating and 1.1 g of salt per 100 g.
For the exact product, read the preparation description, ingredients and nutritional information.
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Assuming a short ingredients list means there’s no risk from allergens
A product may contain almonds and also carry a warning about possible cross-contamination with other allergens.
If you have a relevant allergy, check the current label, including any precautionary warnings.
Brands to consider
Albert Heijn
The options examined range from a multipack of roasted, unsalted almonds to a larger pack of unroasted almonds.
- The multipack contains four individual 190 g packs; the unroasted variety contains 450 g.
- Preparation varies by pack. The contents of the multipack aren’t one individual snack portion.
PLUS
The own-brand variety examined contains unroasted, unsalted almonds in a 200 g stand-up pouch.
- The official product information lists almonds as the ingredient and recommends storing them in a cool, dark place.
- A stand-up pouch isn’t necessarily resealable, so check the closure on the exact pack.
Aldi
According to ALDI, Trader Joe’s offers unroasted and roasted, unsalted almonds in 200 g packs.
- ALDI lists a resealable pack for both varieties examined.
- Unroasted and roasted are different preparations. A resealable pack doesn’t tell you how long the contents will keep after opening.
Jumbo
The own-brand unsalted almonds examined are available in a 140 g pack.
- The product information lists a smaller pack size.
- The ingredients are 99% almonds and sunflower oil; the information also notes that peanuts may be present.
Duyvis
Almonds Original and Unsalted Almonds are separate snack varieties; the packs examined contain 125 g.
- According to Duyvis, Almonds Original is roasted without added oil or fat.
- Dutch retailer information for Oven-roasted almonds lists a savoury coating and salt. Duyvis lists sunflower oil in Unsalted Almonds.
Lidl
Lidl lists 200 g packs of Alesto Spanish almonds in several varieties and also has a product page for unsalted almonds.
- The product page describes the range and pack size of the Spanish almonds.
- Check the specific pack for its ingredients and to distinguish between salted and unsalted varieties.
Almonds at Joybuy
This selection includes almonds for an evening snack, from smaller packs to a larger bag and a roasted, salted variety.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original Almond Kernels 160 g
A 160 g pack for anyone looking for a smaller quantity of almonds for a snack.
The product information lists 100% almond kernels and says the almonds are ready to eat. Store in a cool, dry place.
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g'woon Almonds Raw & Unsalted 200 g
An unsalted option for anyone looking for raw almonds as a snack.
The pack contains 200 g; the product information lists almonds as the ingredient. Seal well after opening and store in a cool, dry place.
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Anatolia Badem Natural Amandel 500 g
A larger pack for anyone who wants to enjoy almonds at other times too.
The product information lists 500 g and 100% almonds. They’re ready to eat; seal the pack well after opening and store in a cool, dry place.
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Anatolia Roasted Salted Almonds 500 g
A roasted, salted option for anyone looking for a savoury flavour.
The pack contains 500 g. The product information lists 1.0 g of salt per 100 g, so this isn’t an unsalted variety. Seal the pack well after opening and store in a cool, dry place.
Frequently asked questions
How many snack portions are there in a pack?
Divide the net weight by the portion size you choose. Albert Heijn lists 25 g as a product portion: 450 g works out at 18 portions, while 4 × 190 g works out at 30.4 portions. This is a calculation for your supply, not a recommendation to have an extra portion every night.
How should I store an opened pack of almonds?
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing almonds in a cool, dark, dry place in a tightly sealed container. The Storage Guide gives general recommendations of 6 months in a kitchen cupboard and 1 year in the freezer. Follow the label too, and don’t eat almonds if they have mould on them.
Do I need to prepare almonds before having them as a late-night snack?
It depends on the variety you choose. The AH 450 g pack examined contains unroasted almonds described as suitable for eating as they are. Check the specific pack to see how the almonds have been prepared and follow any instructions for use.
What allergen information must be shown on a pack?
According to the NVWA, allergen information for prepacked products must appear on the label; nuts are among the specified allergens. From 1 January 2026, Dutch rules for precautionary cross-contamination warnings also apply, based on a risk assessment. This doesn’t prove that a particular pack is suitable for your allergy, so always check the current label.
Are whole almonds suitable as a snack for young children?
Whole almonds can pose a choking risk for young children. AH and PLUS include warnings about this in their product information, so don’t assume whole almonds are a suitable snack for young children.