Only choose almonds if you can tolerate them. Then check the ingredients, dietary information and allergen warnings on the packaging for each variety. A gluten-free or lactose-free claim does not mean a snack is free from other allergens. Check whether the packaging suits your plans, too, and ask the festival organiser in advance about the rules for bringing your own food.
You’re looking for a snack that fits a gluten-free diet. Check the difference between almonds being an ingredient and a gluten-free claim applying to a specific variety. The Dutch Coeliac Association also recommends checking the product information on the label.
You’re looking for a lactose-free or vegan option. If you have a milk allergy, a lactose-free claim alone isn’t enough: lactose intolerance and milk allergy are different things. The Dutch Food Allergy Foundation explains the distinction.
You want to choose a snack in advance and are checking the packaging, storage instructions and product information. The packs reviewed range from 125 to 200 g; ALDI’s information mentions a resealable pack.
First, check whether almonds and any relevant warnings are compatible with your diet. Then consider other dietary claims, the flavour you want and how you plan to carry the snack.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who should pay particular attention? |
|---|---|---|
| Almonds, peanuts and other nuts | Check whether almonds are listed as an ingredient and read any warnings about peanuts or other nuts. If in doubt, follow your personal dietary advice. | I want to know first whether almonds, peanuts or other nuts rule out this choice. An estimated 31% of consumers prioritise checking for these allergens. |
| Gluten-free | Check the gluten-free claim, ingredients and warnings about cereals containing gluten on the current packaging. | I need a gluten-free snack, so I check the specific variety rather than relying on the product category alone. An estimated 25% of consumers make this their priority. |
| Lactose or animal-derived ingredients | Decide whether you need to avoid lactose, milk protein or animal-derived ingredients, then check the relevant product information. | I want to know which of these ingredients I need to avoid; lactose-free and suitable for someone with a milk allergy don’t mean the same thing. An estimated 19% of consumers prioritise this need. |
| Taking it with you and storage | Check the pack size, closure and storage instructions. Ask the organiser in advance about the rules for bringing your own food. | I want packaging that works for my festival plans and lets me store the snack as directed. An estimated 13% of consumers pay particular attention to this. |
| Flavour and quantity | Compare the preparation method and ingredients. For seasoned varieties, also check the nutritional information and salt per 100 g. | Once I’ve checked the dietary information, flavour and how much I want to take with me are what matter most. An estimated 12% of consumers put the greatest emphasis on these factors. |
A gluten-free or lactose-free claim doesn’t mean a product is free from almonds, peanuts or other allergens. Almonds remain relevant as an ingredient, even when another dietary claim applies.
Check which ingredient you need to avoid, and also read the allergen information for the specific variety.
A short ingredients list doesn’t rule out a warning about the possible presence of other allergens. The PLUS variety reviewed lists only almonds as an ingredient, but also warns that it may contain peanuts and other nuts.
Read both the ingredients and the warnings, and follow your personal dietary advice if a relevant warning appears.
The preparation method doesn’t tell you which flavourings have been used or which allergen warnings apply. The Duyvis variety reviewed warns that it may contain wheat and peanuts.
For roasted or seasoned almonds, check the full ingredients and allergen information on the packaging.
The amount in the pack and the amount you want to eat or share aren’t necessarily the same.
Decide in advance how much you want to take or share, and follow the storage instructions for the rest.
The Almonds Original and Oven roasted ranges reviewed include savoury seasoned almonds in a 125 g pack.
AH Unsalted Almonds is a 190 g roasted variety with dietary claims specific to this product.
Jumbo Unsalted Almonds is a 140 g roasted own-brand variety.
PLUS Unroasted and Unsalted Almonds is a 200 g own-brand variety in a stand-up pouch.
The unroasted almonds reviewed are sold by ALDI under the Trader Joe’s name in a 200 g pack.
Lidl’s Alesto page lists Spanish almonds in several 200 g varieties.
The products below include plain and roasted almonds. Check the current ingredients and allergen information for each variety; a simple recipe isn’t a free-from certification.
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Suitable if you’re looking for a plain, unsalted almond snack and can tolerate almonds.
The title describes the almonds as raw and unsalted; the ingredients list contains almonds only. Not suitable for anyone with an almond allergy.
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Suitable if you’re looking for a simple almond snack that the product description says is ready to eat.
The ingredients information lists 100% almond kernels and a net weight of 160 g. Store in a cool, dry place and reseal the pack after opening. Contains almonds.
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Suitable if you want plain almonds as a snack and can tolerate almonds.
The ingredients list states 100% almonds; the pack contains 500 g. The product description recommends storing in a cool, dry place and closing the pack after opening. Contains almonds.
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Suitable if you’re looking for a roasted, salted almond snack and can tolerate these ingredients.
The product information lists 97% almonds, sunflower oil and salt. The allergen information warns that it may contain peanuts and other nuts; the bag is resealable.
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Suitable if you’re looking for roasted, salted almonds and can tolerate almonds.
The product information lists almonds and salt as ingredients; the pack contains 500 g. Contains almonds. The description warns of a choking hazard for young children and states that the product isn’t suitable for infants.
No. Lactose intolerance and milk allergy involve different components of milk. The Dutch Food Allergy Foundation explains the distinction. If you have a milk allergy, check for milk ingredients and relevant allergen information rather than relying on a lactose-free claim alone.
No. A gluten-free claim relates to gluten and doesn’t mean that other allergens are absent. The European Commission outlines the EU rules for gluten-free foods; also check whether the variety contains almonds or other ingredients you need to avoid.
According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, information must be provided about allergens present. For nuts and cereals containing gluten, the specific types must be clear. This information requirement doesn’t guarantee that cross-contamination has been ruled out.
Take a relevant warning into account when choosing food for your diet, and don’t ignore it simply because the allergen wasn’t deliberately added as an ingredient. Since 1 January 2026, the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority has been checking whether warnings about cross-contamination are used correctly on prepacked products.
Follow the instructions on the packaging. For the Duyvis variety reviewed, Albert Heijn advises storing it in a cool, dry place; for an opened bag, the information recommends an airtight, light-proof container. Keep the product information with the snack.
