If you have a confirmed cashew allergy, don’t choose cashew nuts as a snack: roasting them or choosing a lower-fat product doesn’t make them suitable. If you can eat cashew, first check the ingredients and allergen warnings, then compare the fat per 100 g. The unsalted PLUS, Jumbo and AH products reviewed are not low in fat. A smaller portion reduces the amount of fat you eat, but doesn’t change the product’s fat content.
If you need to take a food allergy into account, check whether cashew itself, other ingredients or a warning about possible cross-contamination is relevant to you. If you have a confirmed cashew allergy, cashew nuts aren’t a suitable snack. If you have other allergies, check the packaging for your specific allergen. Stichting Voedselallergie explains that the allergen in nuts remains stable when heated.
If you can eat cashew and want to reduce your fat intake, it’s important to distinguish between the fat content per 100 g, portion size and preparation method. Unsalted or made without added oil doesn’t automatically mean low in fat.
A simple ingredients list can help you compare unroasted, roasted or seasoned cashew nuts. A short list doesn’t automatically make a product suitable for someone with an allergy: check the allergen information too.
First check that the cashew nuts are suitable for your allergies. Then compare the fat per 100 g, portion size and ingredients; these are separate considerations.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Allergens | Read the ingredients and allergen warnings on the exact packaging. Check this information against your specific allergies. | If I’m buying for someone with a food allergy, I first want to know whether cashew or another allergen is listed on the packaging. Around 36% of consumers prioritise avoiding relevant allergens. |
| Fat per 100 g | Compare the nutrition table for the exact variant. For solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g for a ‘low fat’ claim. | If I’m looking for a product with less fat, I check the nutritional information rather than relying on ‘unsalted’ or ‘no added oil’. Around 29% of consumers prioritise a demonstrably lower fat content in the product. |
| Portion size | Compare portion sizes in grams and use the nutritional information on the packaging you buy. A stated portion size doesn’t automatically apply to another product. | If I want to keep eating cashew nuts but have less fat per snack, I pay attention to how many grams I eat. Around 21% of consumers make portion control their main consideration. |
| Ingredients | Check the oil, flavourings and allergen information for each variant. Unroasted, roasted and seasoned varieties may have different ingredients lists. | If I want to limit additives, I compare the full ingredients list and check the allergen information too. Around 14% of consumers prioritise a simple ingredient list. |
For a 25 g handful of unsalted cashew nuts, the European Commission gives a general nutritional value of 12,2 g of fat. This isn’t a product specification for every brand, so use the nutritional information on the packaging you choose to work out the values for your own portion.
A lower fat content doesn’t mean that cashew or another allergen is absent. According to Stichting Voedselallergie, the allergen in cashew remains stable when heated.
If you have a confirmed cashew allergy, don’t choose cashew nuts as a snack. If you have other allergies, check the ingredients and warnings on the specific packaging.
The unsalted PLUS, Jumbo and Albert Heijn variants reviewed list 46,5 g, 48,6 g and 50 g of fat per 100 g respectively. Duyvis says its nuts are oven-roasted without added oil; this alone isn’t proof of a lower fat content.
Compare the nutrition table for the exact variant and keep product fat content separate from portion size.
A mix may contain other nuts. For example, Joybuy’s description of Duyvis Dry Roasted Mixed Nuts lists peanuts and almonds as well as cashews.
Check whether you’re buying a cashew product or a mix, and review all the ingredients and allergens on the packaging.
For Duyvis Oven Roasted Cashews, Albert Heijn lists 43 g of fat and 0,92 g of salt per 100 g, while Flink lists 49 g of fat and 1,5 g of salt per 100 g. These values are from separate retailer listings.
Use the nutritional information for the exact variant you’re buying and check the label on the packaging.
Duyvis describes its Cashews Original as oven-roasted without added oil. On its own, this says nothing about whether the product qualifies for a reduced-fat claim.
The AH Cashewnoten ongezouten variant reviewed is a roasted own-brand product.
Jumbo Cashewnoten Ongezouten is an own-brand variant containing cashew nuts and sunflower oil.
PLUS Cashewnoten ongezouten ongebrand is worth considering if you’re comparing products with simple ingredients lists.
Lidl lists unsalted and spicy roasted cashew variants sold in its shops.
ALDI lists Trader Joe's roasted and unsalted cashew nuts in a 250 g pack.
This selection includes cashew variants to check for ingredients and allergens. Compare the nutrition table for the exact variant; oven-roasting without added oil doesn’t prove that a product is low in fat.
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Only consider this if you can eat cashew; this product isn’t a suitable snack if you have a confirmed cashew allergy.
The product information lists 100% cashew kernels as the ingredient and suggests using them in yoghurt, muesli and baking.
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Only consider this if you can eat cashew; check the allergen information for your circumstances.
The title describes roasted, unsalted cashew nuts. The product information lists cashew and tree nuts; check the nutritional information per 100 g on the packaging too.
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Only consider this if you can eat cashew; this product isn’t a suitable snack if you have a confirmed cashew allergy.
The product information lists cashew kernels and salt, and describes the cashew nuts as lightly salted and ready to eat.
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Only consider this if you can eat cashew. Check the product information for additional allergens before choosing.
The description lists 98% cashews, oven-roasted without added oil or fat, a savoury flavour mix and a stabiliser. Gluten, wheat and peanuts are also listed as allergens; the preparation method doesn’t prove that the product is low in fat.
No. If you have a confirmed cashew allergy, a product containing cashew isn’t a suitable snack, regardless of its fat content or how it’s prepared. Stichting Voedselallergie says the allergen remains stable when heated.
For solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g for a ‘low fat’ claim. The unsalted cashew nuts from PLUS, Jumbo and Albert Heijn reviewed are above this limit, at 46,5 g, 48,6 g and 50 g per 100 g respectively.
They indicate a risk that has been assessed during production; check the warning against your specific allergy. According to the NVWA, new rules for cross-contamination warnings have applied since 1 January 2026. The absence of a warning isn’t a universal guarantee for every individual allergy.
Use the information on the exact packaging of the product you intend to eat, and check the ingredients, allergens and nutritional values again. Albert Heijn and PLUS say that product information may change; if you have any questions, contact the relevant retailer’s customer service team.
Follow the storage advice on your packaging. For the AH Cashewnoten ongezouten product reviewed, Albert Heijn recommends storing it in a cool, dark and dry place and closing the pack after use. For the Duyvis listing at AH, an airtight, lightproof container is recommended after opening.
