Choose based on how much you want to take with you and whether you want to weigh it out yourself: the contents of a snack pack aren’t automatically the portion you want to eat. Then check the ingredients and allergens for the exact variety. Unsalted nuts and seasoned peanuts with a crunchy coating are different choices.
You’re looking for an individual pack to pick up with your shopping and open or hand out later without weighing anything. Duyvis lists a 45 g pack; Albert Heijn and HANOS also describe a multipack containing 20 bags.
You want unsalted nuts and the freedom to decide how much to have alongside the buffet. Check the ingredients as well as the pack size: the Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 g as a nutritional reference for a handful of unsalted nuts; this isn’t a set portion for every guest.
You want to be able to check the product information and take allergens into account. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre also warns about young children choking on whole nuts and peanuts; a small pack doesn’t automatically make its contents suitable for them.
A good choice if: you want to take something with you or hand it out, sealed and without weighing it out in advance.
Bear in mind: the pack may contain more than you want to eat; seasoned cocktail nuts aren’t plain unsalted nuts.
A good choice if: you want unsalted nuts and to decide how much to have yourself.
Bear in mind: you’ll need to weigh them out and pack the portions yourself.
A good choice if: you want to use the same nuts for the buffet and for portions you prepare yourself.
Bear in mind: you’ll need to portion out the contents yourself and store any opened nuts carefully.
When choosing nuts and cocktail nut snacks for a Boxing Day buffet, convenience, portion control, allergens, flavour and the quantity you need can all influence your decision.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who is this important to? |
|---|---|---|
| Taking them with you and handing them out | Check whether they come in individual bags and how many grams each bag contains. | If I want to take something with me or hand it out without any preparation, I focus on individual bags and their contents. Shoppers who put convenience first make up around 29% of this group. |
| Portion and ingredients | Check whether the nuts are unsalted and compare the pack size with the amount you want to eat. | If I want to choose my own portion and am looking for unsalted nuts, I’d rather choose a pack I can divide up. Shoppers who prioritise portion control and ingredients make up around 24%. |
| Allergens | Read the ingredients and allergen information for the exact variety, including any warnings about cross-contamination. | If I’m shopping for a guest with an allergy, I want to be able to check the label of that exact variety. Shoppers who prioritise checking allergens make up around 18%. |
| Party-snack flavour | Tell the difference between plain nuts, nut and fruit mixes, and peanuts with a seasoned coating. | If I’m choosing something for a special occasion, I focus on the flavour and type of product I want. Shoppers who prioritise party-snack flavour make up around 18%. |
| How much you need | Check the number of bags or the total pack size and work out how much you need. | If I want to buy enough for the buffet and any takeaway portions without having lots left over, I consider how much I need. Shoppers who prioritise quantity and avoiding leftovers make up around 11%. |
A 45 g bag of Duyvis is a pack size. The 25 g nutritional reference given by the Netherlands Nutrition Centre isn’t a recommendation for every guest. Choose how much you want to eat alongside the buffet.
The 45 g pack and the 25 g nutritional reference describe different things: the first is the contents of a pack, while the second is a reference used in nutritional information.
Check the number of grams per bag and decide for yourself how much you want to eat alongside the buffet. Don’t treat the reference as a recommendation for every guest.
Duyvis Provencale consists of peanuts with a crunchy coating. The manufacturer lists ingredients including wheat-containing starch and notes that other allergens may be present.
Read the ingredients and allergen information for the exact variety. Don’t rely on the product name or a previous purchase alone.
A multipack gives you a set number of bags; with a large bag, you’ll need to make the portions yourself. Once opened, nuts also need to be stored carefully.
First work out how many portions you want to hand out or make yourself. Then compare the total pack size with what you need.
Duyvis offers seasoned cocktail nuts, among other products; the Provencale variety is a peanut with a crunchy coating.
Albert Heijn lists both AH Unsalted Nut Mix and a Duyvis Provencale multipack.
Jumbo lists Unsalted Nut Mix in a 200 g pack.
Lidl sells nuts and dried fruit under its Alesto product range.
ALDI lists a 200 g TRADER JOE’S nut and fruit mix or nut and raisin mix.
PLUS lists an unroasted, unsalted nut mix in a 500 g stand-up pouch.
These Joybuy products are worth considering if you’re looking for nuts or nut mixes to take with you, hand out or divide into portions yourself. Check the ingredients and packaging for each variety.
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The description mentions individual portions for a snack you can take with you.
The ingredients list includes hickory nuts, sugar and salt, so this isn’t an unsweetened or unsalted option.
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The description mentions individually wrapped nuts to take with you or share.
The mix includes roasted, salted and flavoured nuts. Listed allergens include wheat, sesame and milk; check the ingredients for your guests.
According to the product description, some flavours contain sweeteners and liquorice.
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The description mentions an individual pack that can be eaten as a snack straight away.
According to the product description, the product is 80% pecans, with maple syrup and lime. It isn’t an option if you’re looking for plain, unsweetened nuts only.
The pack contains a sachet of desiccant; do not eat it.
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The description mentions 30 individual 25 g sachets to take with you or hand out.
This is a mix of nuts and dried fruit, including raisins and sweetened cranberries. The nuts listed include walnuts, almonds, cashews and hazelnuts.
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A seasoned party snack to share; the description mentions 30 g portions.
According to the description, the pack contains 4–5 portions, but there’s no confirmation that they’re individually bagged. The product contains peanuts and wheat; possible traces of milk, nuts, soya and mustard, among other allergens, are listed.
First decide how much you want to eat alongside the buffet. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 g as an example of a handful of unsalted nuts on a nutritional information page; this isn’t universal advice for every age or situation. The 45 g in a Duyvis bag is the pack size, not a nutritional recommendation.
Store nuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place, preferably somewhere cool, and follow the storage advice for the specific variety. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 10 to 15 °C as an example of cool storage. Don’t automatically apply the storage life for one type of nut to seasoned mixes.
Don’t assume that whole nuts and peanuts are suitable snacks for young children. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre warns of choking and advises that children eat while sitting calmly and under supervision. A small pack doesn’t change the risk posed by its hard contents.
Check the label on the exact variety. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergen information for pre-packed products must appear on the label. Since 1 January 2026, the NVWA has also checked during inspections that cross-contamination warnings are used correctly.
Read the current packaging before eating the product. Albert Heijn and PLUS note that product information can change. If you have any questions, contact the seller’s customer service team.
