Taking one snack with you
You want to take one measured portion with you on New Year’s Eve. Look out for the difference between the bag’s total contents and the portion size: the AH and Duyvis bags reviewed contain multiple portions.
Which almonds are handy for different needs?
Portioning them in advance
You portion out almonds at home for yourself or several people and want to store the rest properly. ALDI lists certain packs as resealable; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a sealed container in a dry place.
Choosing ingredients carefully
You’re keeping an eye on added salt, cooking oil or allergens. Unsalted and made without added oil or fat are two different things, so check the ingredients and allergen information for the exact product variant.
What should you look for in a snack to take with you?
If you’re taking one snack on the go, the key difference is whether you weigh it out in advance: a bag containing several portions doesn’t automatically come with individual portion sachets. First decide whether you want to take one portion, open the same bag several times or focus mainly on the ingredients.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this most relevant to? |
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| Easy to take with you and reseal | Check whether this particular variant is explicitly described as resealable. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a sealed container in a dry place. | If I want to take some from the same bag more than once while I’m out, I want to know whether I can reseal it. Around 36% of consumers say convenience on the go and resealing are their top priorities. |
| One measured portion | Check the portion size as well as the net weight. For AH Salted Almonds, Albert Heijn lists six 25 g portions in a 150 g bag; these aren’t individual packs. | If I’m taking one snack with me, I want to be able to measure the amount in advance rather than treating the whole bag as one portion. Around 29% of consumers say measuring the amount is their top priority. |
| Savoury flavour and preparation | Check whether the exact variant is roasted, salted or smoky. The way it’s prepared doesn’t automatically tell you how much salt it contains. | If I’m looking for almonds to serve with savoury nibbles, I want to identify the flavour before buying the bag. Around 21% of consumers say savoury flavour and preparation are their top priorities. |
| Salt, oil and allergens | Check the salt, added oil and allergens separately on the packaging. The NVWA explains allergen information on food labels. | If added salt, oil or an allergen warning affects my choice, I read the label for that exact variant. Around 14% of consumers say their choice of ingredients is their top priority; for anyone affected, allergen safety remains a separate consideration. |
Common mistakes when choosing almonds for on the go
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Assuming a compact bag is a single portion
According to Albert Heijn’s product information, the 125 g Duyvis bag contains four to five portions. Albert Heijn says AH Salted Almonds contains six portions in a 150 g bag.
Check both the net weight and the stated portion size, and weigh out a portion in advance if you want to take one snack with you.
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Assuming no added cooking fat means unsalted
Duyvis says the variant reviewed is made without added oil or fat, but the product information also lists salt. According to Jumbo, Jumbo Unsalted Almonds does contain sunflower oil.
Check salt and added oil separately using the label for the exact variant.
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Assuming a stand-up pouch or small pack is resealable
ALDI lists certain almond packs as resealable. A product description that calls a pack a stand-up pouch doesn’t, by itself, confirm that it can be resealed.
Choose a pack that’s explicitly labelled as resealable, or portion the almonds in advance into suitable, sealable food containers.
You may need a separate sealable food container for individual portions to take with you.
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Losing the allergen information when portioning the almonds
The products reviewed may have different warnings about the possible presence of other allergens. Without the original packaging, information specific to that variant won’t be readily available.
Keep the original packaging and make sure the correct ingredients and allergen information remains available for anyone who’ll be eating the almonds.
Brands and product ranges at a glance
Duyvis
Duyvis Oven Roasted Almonds are a savoury oven-roasted variety in a 125 g pack. Albert Heijn lists an average portion size of 30 g and four to five portions per bag.
- According to Duyvis’s own product description, this variety is made without added oil or fat.
- The bag contains multiple portions and isn’t individually portioned. Made without added oil or fat doesn’t mean unsalted.
Albert Heijn
AH Salted Almonds come in a 150 g pack. Albert Heijn lists six 25 g portions.
- The stated portion size gives you a practical guide for weighing out portions at home.
- The number of portions doesn’t mean the bag contains six separate packs.
Jumbo
The product range reviewed includes 150 g salted almonds and 140 g unsalted roasted almonds.
- For these products, added salt is one way to tell the variants apart when choosing.
- Jumbo lists sunflower oil in both variants, so unsalted doesn’t mean there’s no added oil.
Lidl
The Lidl almond product page reviewed lists a 200 g bag, available to buy in store.
- The net weight helps you work out how much you might want to weigh out at home.
- When buying, check the exact variant and its ingredients information.
ALDI — Trader Joe’s
The Trader Joe’s products reviewed at ALDI include natural, roasted unsalted and roasted savoury varieties in 200 g packs.
- ALDI lists certain variants as resealable, which is useful if you want to open the same bag more than once.
- Resealable doesn’t mean individually portioned. Flavour and ingredients vary by product variant.
PLUS
PLUS Salted Almonds are a salted variety in a 150 g stand-up pouch.
- PLUS recommends storing them in a cool, dark place.
- The term “stand-up pouch” doesn’t confirm that the pack is resealable or contains individual portions.
Almonds at Joybuy
These Joybuy products are almonds you can weigh out yourself into a portion to take with you. The selection includes natural or unsalted varieties, roasted salted almonds and a product described as coming in a resealable bag.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original Almond Kernels 160 g
A good choice if you want to weigh out your own portion to take with you; the product title lists a pack size of 160 g.
The product information describes the almond kernels as a snack.
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g’woon Almonds Raw & Unsalted 200 g
A good choice if you’re looking for raw, unsalted almonds; weigh out the portion you want to take with you.
The ingredients list contains almonds.
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Anatolia Roasted Salted Almonds 500 g
A good choice if you want roasted, salted almonds; weigh out the amount you want to take with you in advance.
The product description lists 1,0 g of salt per 100 g. It also warns that young children may choke on the almonds and says the product isn’t suitable for infants.
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Anatolia Badem Natural (Amandel) 500 g
The title lists almonds in a 500 g pack. Weigh out the portion you want to take with you.
If added salt or oil matters to you, check the ingredients on the packaging for the exact variant.
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g’woon Roasted & Salted Almonds 150 g
A good choice if you’re looking for a roasted, salted variety that you can take from a resealable bag, according to the product description.
The description lists a 150 g bag and 0,7% salt. The bag contains multiple portions, not individually packed portions to take with you.
Frequently asked questions about taking almonds with you
How many almonds should you take as one portion?
Use the portion information on the exact pack as a guide for weighing, not as universal advice. Albert Heijn lists 25 g for AH Salted Almonds and an average of 30 g for Duyvis Oven Roasted Almonds; according to Albert Heijn, the Duyvis pack contains four to five portions.
How should you store the rest after portioning some to take with you?
Store nuts in a sealed container in a dry place and follow the instructions on the exact pack. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing them in a sealed container in a dry place; Duyvis product information says to use a light- and airtight container after opening.
Can I use any small bag or container to take almonds with me?
Use food-safe packaging and follow the instructions for use. The NVWA study on reusing containers covered specific polypropylene containers used for storage at room temperature, in the fridge or in the freezer; it doesn’t show that every container is suitable for use in, for example, a microwave or dishwasher.
What should I look for if salt, oil or allergens are important?
Check the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging for the exact variant. Unsalted doesn’t automatically mean no added oil; Jumbo, for example, lists sunflower oil in the unsalted almonds reviewed. The NVWA explains how mandatory allergen information is shown on food labels.
Are whole almonds automatically suitable for giving to young children?
No. Take note of the warning on the product information: Duyvis and PLUS warn that young children can choke on nuts. Follow the information on the packaging for the variant you choose.