First decide whether you want to put out almonds to share or take a measured amount with you: a pack containing several portions is not an individual snack bag. Albert Heijn lists a 25 g serving for its 190 g bag; for Duyvis Oven roasted almonds, the product information gives 4–5 servings of 30 g on average in a 125 g pack. Then choose according to how they’re prepared and their ingredients, and check the packaging for allergen and storage information.
Useful if you want to decide in advance how many almonds to put out beside the sofa. Albert Heijn lists multiple servings for its 190 g unsalted variety; according to the product information, the 125 g Duyvis pack also contains more than one serving.
For shoppers who would rather put a roasted, salted or seasoned variety on the table during a night in than almonds with a short ingredients list. Duyvis and ALDI describe these types of products in their product information.
Taking a measured amount with you may mean portioning it yourself and sealing the rest properly. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a well-sealed, dry place; a resealable pack is another practical option.
Choose this when: you want to set aside an amount yourself for a night in or a trip out.
Bear in mind: you’ll need to measure out the portion in advance and seal the rest properly.
Choose this when: you want a variety with no added salt or extra flavourings; PLUS lists almonds as the only ingredient in its 200 g bag of unroasted, unsalted almonds.
Bear in mind: this option isn’t intended to have an explicitly roasted or savoury seasoned flavour.
Choose this when: you want roasted almonds without added salt; Albert Heijn and Jumbo both list unsalted varieties.
Bear in mind: unsalted doesn’t automatically mean that no oil has been added; Jumbo lists sunflower oil.
Choose this when: a savoury flavour is your priority; Duyvis and ALDI describe roasted, salted or seasoned varieties.
Bear in mind: check the ingredients of the specific variety, as a savoury flavour may come with salt and other flavourings.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Serving size | Compare the net weight with the serving size and number of servings shown on the pack. Check whether any inner packs are actually individual portions. | If I want a measured amount for one night in or for taking with me, I don’t just look at the size of the bag. Around 31% of consumers give serving size top priority. |
| Savoury flavour | Read the variety name and ingredients. No added oil doesn’t automatically mean unsalted. | If I want something savoury to share while watching TV, I look for a roasted or seasoned variety and check the ingredients. Around 25% of consumers put savoury flavour first. |
| Ingredients and salt | Compare the ingredients of the specific variety; the word ‘unsalted’ alone doesn’t tell you what other ingredients have been added. | If I’d rather avoid added salt or extra flavourings, I check the ingredients list on that bag. Around 19% of consumers consider the ingredients the most important factor in their choice. |
| Storage after opening | Check whether the pack is resealable and follow the storage instructions on the label. | If I want to enjoy the bag over several snack occasions, I want to be able to seal the rest properly after opening. Around 13% of consumers say storage after opening is a deciding factor. |
| Pack contents | Compare the net weight of each pack with the amount you want to share or take with you. When assessing a multipack, consider both the number of individual items and their contents. | If I’m looking for a pack that suits my snacking occasions, I check how much each item contains. Around 12% of consumers consider pack contents the most important factor. |
A pack containing several items doesn’t automatically include small individual snack portions. According to Albert Heijn, the AH 6-pack consists of six separate 190 g packs.
Check both the contents of each item and the total contents of the multipack. Look specifically for small inner packs if you don’t want to portion the almonds yourself.
The product information for Duyvis Oven roasted says that no oil or fat has been added, but also describes a savoury flavour mix. So the preparation method alone doesn’t tell you how much salt or how many other flavourings the variety contains.
Check the ingredients and salt information separately from any claim about how the almonds are prepared.
Ingredients vary between varieties. Jumbo lists sunflower oil alongside 99% almonds; the AH and PLUS unsalted varieties reviewed list almonds as the only ingredient.
Compare the ingredients list on the specific pack if a short list is important to you.
Nuts can be susceptible to mould. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing them in a well-sealed, dry place, preferably somewhere cool.
Use a resealable pack or seal the remainder properly after portioning, and follow the storage instructions on the label.
Albert Heijn’s Dutch product information describes Duyvis Oven roasted almonds as a 125 g savoury variety.
The 190 g unsalted roasted variety lists almonds as its only ingredient.
The unsalted roasted variety reviewed has a net weight of 140 g.
The Lidl product page lists Alesto Spanish almonds, 200 g, in various varieties.
ALDI describes TRADER JOE'S Almonds, 200 g, as roasted and salted or roasted with a smoky flavour.
PLUS lists a 200 g unroasted, unsalted variety with almonds as the only ingredient.
These Joybuy products are almonds for snacking, with options ranging from raw and unsalted to roasted and salted. The listed pack sizes range from 150 g to 500 g.
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The product description presents the almond kernels as a snack that’s ready to eat.
The description lists 100% almond kernels as the ingredient.
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The product title describes a raw, unsalted variety for anyone looking for almonds prepared this way.
The product description lists almonds as the ingredient and advises storing them in a cool, dry place.
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This variety is a good fit if you’re looking for roasted, salted almonds as a savoury snack.
The product description mentions possible traces of peanuts and other nuts; check the allergen information on the packaging.
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The product description lists 100% almonds as the ingredient.
After opening, the product description says to seal the pack and store it in a cool, dry place.
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The product description presents this roasted, salted variety as a snack to take with you.
The description lists 97% almonds, sunflower oil and 0.7% salt. The pack is resealable; possible traces of peanuts and other nuts are also mentioned.
According to Duyvis product information, the 125 g bag contains 4–5 servings, with an average serving of 30 g. Use the serving information on the specific pack as a guide, and only put out as much as you want to serve.
Store the remainder in a well-sealed, dry place, preferably somewhere cool, as advised by the Netherlands Nutrition Centre. Also follow the storage instructions and best-before information on the packaging.
This warning refers to possible accidental presence and is different from an ingredient. The NVWA lists wording such as ‘May contain X’ for precautionary allergen labelling; always check the allergen information on the specific pack.
According to Business.gov.nl, information on the label of packaged food must be in Dutch and also available online. Compare the online product information with the packaging you receive.
No, don’t assume they are: the product information for the Albert Heijn and PLUS varieties reviewed warns that young children may choke on nuts. Take the warning on the specific pack into account.
