Preparing for coffee breaks
You want to prepare several portions so you only need to take the amount you need for each break. Check the portion information and the storage instructions for the pack you leave at home.
Who are these options for?
Taking a snack without weighing it out
You’re looking for an individual bag that can go straight into your bag. Check how many almonds are in each inner bag; multiple packs in a multipack aren’t necessarily individual snack portions.
Choosing unsalted almonds
You want almonds with your coffee and prefer an unsalted variety. Compare the ingredients and label for the specific variety, as roasted doesn’t automatically mean unsalted or free from other ingredients.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you need individual bags or want to portion the almonds yourself. Then check the ingredients, flavour variety and packaging.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
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| Portions for on the go | Check how many individual bags there are, the weight of each bag and whether the outer pack can be resealed. | If I want to put something straight in my bag, I look for a clearly defined portion. Around 46% of consumers say convenience on the go is their top priority. |
| Unsalted ingredients | Read the ingredients list and salt content, and check the portion size shown on the label. | If I want to take unsalted almonds in a portion of my choosing, I look at both the ingredients and portion information. Around 36% of consumers give this combination of ingredients and quantity the highest priority. |
| Flavour variety | Check whether the variety is unroasted, roasted, salted or flavoured. | If flavour determines my choice, I want to know exactly what has been added to the almonds. Around 18% of consumers choose flavour variety as their main consideration. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a multipack contains individual snack portions
A larger pack containing several portions is not the same as a pack containing individual bags. Albert Heijn lists AH Unsalted Almonds as containing 190 grams, with a labelled portion size of 25 grams; that doesn’t make it a pack of individual 25-gram bags.
Check the weight of each inner bag and the total weight before choosing a pack as a portion pack.
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Assuming no added oil means unsalted
Duyvis describes Almonds Original as savoury and made without added oil or fat. ALDI lists roasted unsalted almonds separately from salted and smoked-flavour varieties; these descriptions aren’t interchangeable.
Check the exact variety name, ingredients list and salt content rather than relying on the preparation method alone.
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Treating a multi-portion pack as a single snack
Albert Heijn lists 25 grams as the labelled portion size for a 190-gram pack. Jumbo states that its 140-gram pack contains around six portions. The contents of the whole bag aren’t the same as the amount for one coffee break.
Decide how much you want to take with you, and follow the storage instructions on the pack for the rest.
Brands and varieties to consider
Duyvis
Duyvis describes several almond varieties, including Almonds Original and unsalted almonds.
- According to Duyvis, Almonds Original is oven-roasted without added oil or fat; the pack listed contains 125 grams.
- Describing Almonds Original as savoury doesn’t automatically mean the variety is unsalted. Check the information on the specific pack.
Albert Heijn
AH Unsalted Almonds come in a multi-portion pack that you can divide up yourself.
- Albert Heijn lists a pack size of 190 grams, a labelled portion size of 25 grams and almonds as the ingredient.
- This is one larger pack, not individual snack bags. Follow the storage instructions after opening.
Jumbo
Jumbo Unsalted Almonds are a roasted variety in a 140-gram pack.
- The product information reviewed lists around six portions and gives the ingredients as 99% almonds and sunflower oil.
- The number of portions doesn’t mean the pack contains individual snack bags.
Lidl
The Alesto range includes almonds in different varieties, with a listed pack size of 200 grams.
- Lidl’s product information describes Spanish almonds in different varieties.
- Check each variety to see whether the almonds are unsalted and what ingredients and packaging features apply.
ALDI
The TRADER JOE'S varieties reviewed include unroasted and roasted unsalted almonds.
- ALDI describes both varieties as coming in resealable 200-gram packs.
- A resealable pack is still a multi-portion pack; divide up the amount you want to take with you.
PLUS
PLUS lists unsalted roasted almonds in a 150-gram stand-up pouch.
- The variety reviewed lists 98% almonds and sunflower oil as ingredients.
- A stand-up pouch isn’t automatically resealable. Follow the storage instructions on the pack.
Almonds at Joybuy
These Joybuy almonds are suited to coffee breaks when you want to portion them out yourself, with both simple and seasoned varieties available.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original Almond Kernels, 160 g
Suitable if you want to portion out what you need from a larger pack.
Pack size: 160 g. The ingredient information lists 100% almond kernels. Reseal the pack after opening.
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g'woon Almonds Raw & Unsalted, 200 g
Suitable if you want an unsalted variety and prefer to portion it out yourself.
The title describes raw, unsalted almonds in a 200 g pack. The ingredient information lists almonds. Contains almonds; if you have an allergy, check the information on the pack.
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Anatolia Badem Natural (Amandel), 500 g
Suitable if you want a larger pack to portion out for several coffee breaks.
Pack size: 500 g. The ingredient information lists 100% almonds. Reseal the pack after opening.
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Anatolia Roasted Salted Almonds, 500 g
Suitable if you’re looking for roasted, salted almonds and want to choose the portion size yourself.
Pack size: 500 g. The ingredient information lists almonds and salt. Less suitable if you’re specifically looking for unsalted almonds.
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Bestore milk-flavoured almonds with sweetener, 500 g, tin
Suitable if you’re looking for flavoured almonds rather than a simple unsalted snack.
Pack size: 500 g, in a tin. The ingredient information includes sugar, salt, chicken seasoning and sweeteners. The product information states that it is processed in an environment where, among other things, milk is handled; check the label.
Frequently asked questions
Is 25 grams the right amount for every coffee break?
No, it isn’t the right amount for everyone. Albert Heijn lists 25 grams as the labelled portion size for AH Unsalted Almonds. You can use this as a practical guide when weighing out a portion, not as a personal rule.
How should you store the almonds you don’t take with you?
Follow the instructions on the pack for the variety you buy. Albert Heijn advises closing the pack securely after use and storing it somewhere cool, dark and dry; Jumbo says to store its almonds in a dry, dark place. Instructions can vary by product.
Are unsalted almonds suitable for someone with an almond allergy?
No. Unsalted almonds still contain almonds. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked products; always check the label on the exact pack.
How can you tell whether a multipack contains individual snack bags?
Check whether the pack mentions individual inner bags and look at the weight of each one. A statement showing several products or the total pack size doesn’t, on its own, mean that each part is an individual snack portion.