Party planners keeping an eye on quantity
You want to buy enough cashew nuts for the birthday party without automatically opting for the biggest bag. Jumbo and ALDI listings show that 250 and 500 g packs are both available.
Who is this relevant to?
Hosts who want to spread out their supply
You’d rather not open everything at once, so you’re matching the pack size to what you expect to serve. PLUS lists 200 g of unsalted, unroasted cashew nuts; bol describes a Duyvis Sea Salt multipack with individual bags.
Hosts catering for guests with different needs
You’re choosing between unsalted and savoury options with care, while keeping allergies and young children in mind. Stichting Voedselallergie lists cashew as a tree nut allergen; the MDL Fonds warns against serving whole loose nuts to children under four.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start by deciding on the flavour and serving quantity you want. Then check the amount in each pack and how much you’d like to keep after the party.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this most relevant to? |
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| Total quantity | Compare the net weight and number of bags; a 500 g pack gives you more than a 250 g bag. | I don’t want to buy more than we need for the party and for later. This is the top priority for around 29% of consumers. |
| Enough to serve | Estimate how much you want to serve and divide that by the amount in each pack; round up to the number you need. | I want to serve enough alongside the other snacks without running out during the party. Around 23% of consumers prioritise getting the quantity right. |
| Flavour and preparation | Check the variety: roasted or unroasted, and salted or unsalted, are separate characteristics. | I want to choose the flavour and preparation my guests will enjoy. Around 18% of consumers make this their top priority. |
| Serving safely | Ask about cashew allergies and bear in mind the warning about whole nuts for children under four. | I want to know in advance which guests have allergies and whether any young children will be eating. Around 18% of consumers prioritise guest safety. |
| Storing leftovers | Check the storage instructions on the exact pack and only open individual bags when you need them. | I want to be able to keep unopened bags for another time after the birthday party. Around 12% of consumers prioritise having useful leftovers. |
The examples from Jumbo, ALDI and PLUS vary in pack size and variety. According to bol’s product listing, a Duyvis Sea Salt multipack of 10 × 125 g contains 1,250 g in total, so check the total quantity, not just the weight of each bag.
Common buying mistakes
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Choosing an XXL or value pack without weighing up the quantity
A larger pack gives you more, but it won’t necessarily match what you need for the party.
Compare the net weight with your serving plan and consider whether you’ll use the leftover cashew nuts later.
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Confusing ‘no oil’ with ‘unsalted’
Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted without added oil. That doesn’t automatically mean the variety is unsalted.
Check the salt level and preparation method separately on the exact pack.
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Mistaking a multipack for one small bag
Bol’s Duyvis Sea Salt listing is for 10 bags of 125 g, which makes 1,250 g in total.
Take the total quantity into account and only open the bags you need.
Brands to compare
Duyvis
The product listings include savoury cashew varieties and smaller packs.
- Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted without added oil.
- This description doesn’t automatically apply to other varieties; check the flavour and ingredients of the pack you choose.
Albert Heijn
The range lists AH Terra Unroasted Cashew Nuts, 500 g.
- The listed quantity offers a larger-pack option for anyone looking for unroasted cashew nuts.
- The product name and quantity alone don’t tell you whether the flavour will suit you or how to store the pack after opening.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists unsalted cashew nuts in 200 and 500 g packs.
- The different pack sizes give you a choice between a smaller bag and a larger supply.
- The 500g pack states that the product is packed in a protective atmosphere; this doesn’t guarantee how long it will keep once opened.
Lidl
Lidl lists roasted, salted cashew nuts in 250 and 500 g packs.
- Lidl’s product page lists both pack sizes for this variety.
- The page states that the product is sold in store. The Way To Go name and its Fairtrade description apply to that specific range, not all Lidl cashew nuts.
ALDI
ALDI lists Trader Joe’s cashew nuts, including 250 g of roasted, unsalted cashews and a 500 g selection.
- The product listings offer a choice between a smaller unsalted pack and a larger pack with salted and unsalted varieties.
- Check the exact variety on the pack; the range doesn’t consist of just one salt level or preparation method.
PLUS
PLUS lists unsalted, unroasted cashew nuts in 200 g bags.
- The product name clearly states both the preparation and the quantity.
- The features of this pack don’t automatically apply to the entire PLUS range.
Cashew nuts at Joybuy
This selection includes cashew nuts in packs ranging from 125 to 500 g, with both salted and unsalted options. Compare the quantity and variety with what you plan to serve at the party.
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Be&Cheery cashews with purple skin 180 grade, 500 g
An option for anyone looking to serve a larger quantity of cashews and seeking a lightly salted variety.
The product name states 500 g; the product information describes the cashews as lightly salted. Contains cashew and is not suitable for guests with a cashew allergy.
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g'woon roasted, unsalted cashew nuts, 200 g
Ideal if you want to serve roasted cashew nuts with no added salt.
The product name states 200 g per bag. Contains cashew and is not suitable for guests with a cashew allergy.
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Jiazhouyuanye Original Flavour Large Cashew Nuts, 160 g
A smaller pack for anyone who doesn’t need a 500 g bag.
The product name states 160 g. Contains cashew and is not suitable for guests with a cashew allergy.
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Duyvis Dry Roasted Cashews, 125 g
A smaller pack for anyone looking to serve a salted, roasted cashew variety.
The product information states 125 g and lists salt. Contains cashew and is not suitable for guests with a cashew allergy.
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Verse Klassenoten salted cashew nuts, 150 g
A good choice if you’re looking for a smaller pack of salted cashew nuts.
The product name states 150 g; the product information describes the cashew nuts as salted. Contains cashew and is not suitable for guests with a cashew allergy.
Frequently asked questions
How do you work out how many packs you need?
Estimate how many cashew nuts you want to serve, taking the other snacks into account. Divide that amount by the net weight of each pack and round up to the number you need; daily dietary guidance won’t predict how much your party guests will eat.
What does a 10 × 125 g multipack contain?
It contains ten individual bags, with 1,250 g of cashew nuts in total. Bol’s product listing describes the Duyvis Sea Salt pack as a multipack; check that the total quantity suits your party and only open what you need.
Are unsalted cashew nuts suitable for someone with a cashew allergy?
No. Cashew is still a tree nut allergen, even when no salt has been added. Stichting Voedselallergie lists cashew as a tree nut allergen; check the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack, and ask your guest what’s suitable for them.
Can you serve whole cashew nuts to children under four?
No, not as a snack for this age group: the MDL Fonds warns that loose nuts aren’t safe for children under four because of the risk of choking. Choose another suitable snack for them; this warning isn’t a general ban for all guests.
Which ALDI cashew nuts are mentioned in the NVWA warning?
The NVWA warning dated 20 May 2026 refers to Trader Joe’s unsalted cashew nuts, 170 g, with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026, due to possible metal fragments. The warning applies to that specific batch; don’t eat the product if you still have the pack described.