Choose a quantity that reflects how much you actually use: a larger bag suits regular use, while a smaller pack can be a practical place to start if you’re not sure how much you’ll get through. Compare the price per kilo as well as the upfront cost, and check the preparation method, ingredients and packaging for storage.
If you eat almonds regularly, choose a stock size that suits your usage. Compare the net weight and price per kilo, but don’t assume a larger bag is automatically better value. Albert Heijn’s product information lists unroasted almonds in 200 g and 500 g packs.
If you’d rather spend less on a single store-cupboard item when doing your first shop, start with a smaller pack. Albert Heijn and PLUS offer 200 g versions of unroasted almonds; a smaller first purchase may be a better fit while you work out how much you’ll use.
If you open a bag several times, check whether you can reseal it. ALDI lists resealable packaging for the 200 g versions described. Store almonds according to the pack instructions too; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends keeping nuts somewhere cool, dark and dry.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Value for the amount you use | Compare products prepared in the same way by price per kilo and net weight; also consider how much you’ll actually use. | If you use almonds regularly, you’ll want to know whether a larger stock suits your needs. Around 31% of consumers prioritise value for the amount they use. |
| Lower upfront cost | Check the price of the whole pack as well as the price per kilo, and choose a quantity that suits how much you expect to use. | Would you rather not spend too much on one store-cupboard product when setting up your student room? Around 19% of consumers prefer a lower upfront cost. |
| Resealing and storage | Check whether the packaging is resealable and follow the storage advice on the label. | If you open a bag more than once, being able to reseal it easily matters. Around 19% of consumers prioritise convenient storage. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients list and check the allergen information for the exact product. | Are you looking for a particular composition, or do you need to take allergens into account? Around 19% of consumers consider ingredients their top priority. |
| Your preferred type of snack | Check whether the almonds are unroasted, roasted or seasoned; also look for added salt or other ingredients. | If you’re mainly after a particular preparation method or savoury flavour, that may matter more than the packaging or pack size. Around 12% of consumers prioritise their preferred type of snack. |
An unsalted product can still contain other ingredients. For the version checked, Jumbo’s product information lists 99% almonds and sunflower oil.
If you’re looking for a simple ingredient list, check the ingredients on the exact pack.
Resealable packaging is handy, but it doesn’t replace good storage. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends keeping nuts somewhere cool, dark and dry.
Choose a quantity that suits your needs, seal the pack properly after opening and follow the instructions on the label.
Albert Heijn’s product information describes Duyvis Oven roasted as roasted without added oil or fat. The version checked also contains a savoury seasoning mix and salt.
Check the ingredients and the amount of salt per 100 g separately from the preparation method.
The Oven roasted version described by Albert Heijn is a 125 g pack of savoury snacks.
AH Terra offers unroasted, unsalted almonds in 200 g and 500 g packs.
The product page describes a 140 g pack of Unsalted Almonds.
The unroasted almonds checked are sold in a 200 g pack.
The TRADER JOE'S versions described are 200 g packs of unroasted or roasted, unsalted almonds.
PLUS describes a 200 g pack of unroasted, unsalted almonds.
These products come in different quantities and preparation styles, for snacking or cooking. Check the ingredients and storage advice on each pack.
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The 160 g pack is a good fit if you’re looking for a smaller quantity of almonds.
The product information lists almond kernels as the only ingredient and says the pack can be resealed after opening.
Suggested uses include snacking and adding them to yoghurt, breakfast cereal, salads and baked goods.
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This pack is a good fit if you’re looking for 200 g of unroasted, unsalted almonds.
The product information suggests them for snacking and cooking; follow the storage instructions after opening.
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The 500 g pack is a good fit if you’re looking for a larger stock of roasted almonds.
This is a salted version; the product information lists almonds and salt as ingredients.
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The 500 g pack is a good fit if you’re looking for a larger stock.
The product information lists almonds as the only ingredient and suggests them for snacking, baking, cooking and using as a topping.
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This 150 g pack is a good fit if you’re looking for roasted almonds to snack on.
The product information lists 97% almonds and resealable packaging. Sunflower oil and salt are also listed, so this isn’t an unsalted version.
Suggested uses include snacking, salads and baking.
For the AH Terra versions checked, Albert Heijn’s product information uses a portion size of 25 g: that makes 200 g equivalent to 8 portions and 500 g to 20. For the version checked, Duyvis uses an average portion size of 30 g; only compare portion counts if you’re using the same serving size.
Store nuts somewhere cool, dark and dry, in a well-sealed pack or container, and follow the label instructions. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists rancid, tough or mouldy nuts as signs of a loss of quality or spoilage. Advice for mixed unsalted nuts doesn’t automatically guarantee how long every pack of almonds will keep.
No. According to Albert Heijn’s product information, the AH Terra version checked can be eaten as it is or added to yoghurt and salads. Roasting isn’t listed as a necessary step; for other products, follow their own usage instructions.
Check the ingredients list and any warnings on the exact pack, as ingredients vary between versions. For the AH Terra version checked, Albert Heijn’s product information warns that it may contain other nuts and peanuts; the Duyvis version checked also lists wheat. This product category isn’t suitable if you have an almond allergy.
No. The product name alone doesn’t tell you whether other ingredients have been added. For example, Jumbo’s product page for the unsalted version checked lists 99% almonds and sunflower oil, so check the ingredients list on the pack you’re buying.
