Portioning your own snacks for several occasions
You want to decide how many almonds to use for dinner or a lunchbox. Check the net weight and follow the storage instructions on the pack.
Who are these packs for?
Sharing supplies with housemates
You want to hand out individual bags rather than share one large pack. Check how many bags are in a multipack and how many grams each bag contains.
Filling lunchboxes with minimal preparation
You want an easy option to take with you and need to know whether you’ll have to weigh it out yourself. A pack stating that it contains several servings doesn’t automatically mean it includes individual sachets.
What should you look for when choosing?
First compare the total net weight and how it’s divided between bags. Then consider portioning and the flavour that will work best with your dishes.
Individual bags
A good fit if: you want to divide supplies between housemates or different occasions, and the number of bags and their contents are clearly stated.
Bear in mind: a standard bag may still be bigger than the portion you want to take in a lunchbox.
One resealable bag
A good fit if: you want to measure out the amount of almonds you need for different occasions.
Bear in mind: you’ll need to weigh and pack the portions yourself; resealable doesn’t mean it contains individual portion sachets.
Individual lunchbox portions
A good fit if: you want something to take with you without weighing it out yourself, and the seller states how many individual inner packs are included.
Bear in mind: check the contents of each inner pack; a stated number of servings doesn’t prove that individual sachets are included.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Total contents | Check the total net weight and, for a multipack, the weight of each bag. | If I’m stocking up on almonds for several occasions, I want to know how many grams the whole pack contains. Around 33% of consumers prioritise the total amount. |
| Sharing with housemates | Check the number of bags and whether the stated contents apply to each bag. | When I share supplies with housemates, I want to be able to hand out individual bags. Around 25% of consumers prioritise this option. |
| Lunchbox portions | Look for an explicitly stated number of inner packs and the net weight of each sachet. | I want something to take with me without having to weigh it out every time. Around 25% of consumers prioritise this convenience. |
| Flavour and preparation | Read the variant name and ingredients; raw, roasted and unsalted are different characteristics. | For dinner, I want a variant that suits the flavour of the dish. Around 17% of consumers prioritise flavour and preparation. |
Common mistakes
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Confusing servings with individual sachets
The Joybuy product page describes four to five servings in one 125 g bag of Duyvis almonds. That doesn’t mean there are the same number of individual packs.
Before choosing, check the number of inner packs and the weight of each one.
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Mistaking the weight of one bag for the contents of a multipack
The weight of one bag doesn’t tell you how many bags are sold together.
Check both the number of bags and the net weight of each one, and compare them with the total amount you need.
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Confusing raw, unsalted and roasted almonds
These are separate characteristics. For example, PLUS lists a raw and unsalted variant, while ALDI also offers roasted unsalted almonds.
Read the full variant name and ingredients before choosing almonds for a dish.
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Assuming resealable means the almonds have a specific shelf life
A resealable pack doesn’t tell you how long the almonds will keep after opening.
Follow the storage instructions on the pack; don’t assume a shelf life based on the closure alone.
Brands to consider
Duyvis
Duyvis describes Almonds Original as a savoury, oven-roasted almond variant in a 125 g pack.
- The manufacturer says the almonds are roasted without adding oil or fat.
- A 125 g pack doesn’t confirm that it contains individual lunchbox sachets.
Albert Heijn
AH Terra Raw Almonds is an option for anyone looking for raw almonds.
- The variant name makes it clear that the almonds are raw.
- Check the contents and pack features on the pack you receive.
Jumbo
Jumbo Unsalted Almonds is listed as a standard 140 g pack.
- Jumbo advises storing this variant in a cool, dry place away from light.
- The product information states that the almonds are packed in a protective atmosphere, but this doesn’t confirm a resealable closure or individual portion sachets.
Lidl
The Lidl product listing covers Alesto Spanish almonds, with different variants available in a 200 g pack.
- The product range offers a familiar pack size to compare with other net weights.
- Check the exact variant; the product listing doesn’t make clear which option is unsalted or resealable.
ALDI
ALDI’s Trader Joe’s listings include almond variants in resealable 200 g packs.
- ALDI describes both raw and roasted unsalted variants as resealable.
- These are standard bags; resealable packaging doesn’t mean they contain individual portion packs.
PLUS
PLUS lists Raw and Unsalted Almonds in a 200 g stand-up pouch.
- The variant name states that the almonds are both raw and unsalted.
- A stand-up pouch isn’t automatically resealable, and it isn’t a multipack in itself.
Almonds at Joybuy
These Joybuy products are almond variants for anyone who wants to choose their own portion size or use almonds in dishes. Check the listed variant and net weight for each product.
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g'woon Almonds Raw & Unsalted, 200 g
A raw and unsalted option for anyone who wants to measure out their own almonds for different occasions.
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Anatolia Badem Natural (Almond), 500 gr
A pack with a stated weight of 500 gr for anyone looking for almonds to cook or bake with.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original Almond Kernels, 160 g
An option if you’re looking for almond kernels in a 160 g pack; check whether that amount suits the portions you want to make.
Frequently asked questions
How do I compare different pack sizes?
Compare the total net weight and, for a multipack, the number of bags and the weight of each one. Also check for differences in preparation and flavour, so you don’t assume that different variants are interchangeable.
Does four to five servings mean there are individual sachets inside?
No. The Joybuy product page lists four to five servings in one 125 g bag of Duyvis almonds. If you want individual lunchbox sachets, check that the number of inner packs is stated explicitly.
How should I store a pack after portioning the almonds?
Follow the storage instructions on the pack. For the variant reviewed, Jumbo advises storing the almonds in a cool, dry place away from light; a resealable pack alone doesn’t tell you how long the almonds will keep after opening.
Do almonds for dinner have to be raw?
Not necessarily. Duyvis describes an oven-roasted variant that’s also suitable for cooking, while PLUS lists a raw and unsalted option. Choose based on the flavour you want to add to your dish, and check the exact variant.
What allergen information should I check?
Check the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack, especially if you or a housemate has a food allergy. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists almonds among the tree nut allergens; don’t rely on the product name or number of bags alone.