Coffee break on the go
You want to take cashew nuts with you and eat a suitable amount later. The amount in each pack and the difference between a multipack and a large bag matter more than the brand name.
Who is this relevant for?
Everyday unsalted snack
You’re looking for cashew nuts for regular coffee breaks and prefer them unsalted. You can portion them out at home and choose between unroasted and roasted.
Savoury coffee-break snack
You’re mainly looking for a savoury flavour to enjoy with your coffee. Bear in mind that roasted without added oil doesn’t mean the nuts are unsalted.
What should you look for when choosing?
Multipack
Best for: you want to take a pack with you without weighing out a portion at home first.
Look out for: the weight of each pack; a 3-pack with 150 g in total doesn’t tell you how much is in each pack.
Portioning them yourself
Best for: you want to decide for yourself how many cashew nuts to take for a coffee break.
Look out for: you’ll need to seal and store the rest properly once opened.
The options range from multipacks to large bags. Check the quantity on the label to work out how much you’ll actually be taking with you.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who does this matter to? |
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| Amount per pack | Check the net weight, the number of individual packs and the weight of each pack. | If I want to take a suitable amount with me without weighing it out at home, I need to know how much is in each pack. Around 38% of consumers put convenience on the go first. |
| Choosing unsalted | Read the product name and ingredients; roasted or unroasted doesn’t, on its own, tell you whether salt has been added. | For regular coffee breaks, I want an unsalted option and to choose for myself whether it’s roasted. Around 31% of consumers make unsalted their main requirement. |
| Savoury flavour | Check the flavour, ingredients and salt information on the pack. | If I’m mainly looking for a savoury flavour to enjoy with my coffee, I want to choose that variety rather than assume it’s unsalted. Around 23% of consumers give flavour the highest priority. |
| Certification or supply chain | Check that the certification or origin information applies to the specific product range. | If a certification or a particular supply chain is decisive for me, I check it on the pack I choose. Around 8% of consumers put this first. |
Common buying mistakes
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Assuming a take-away pack is one portion
Cashew nuts come in a range of pack sizes, including 125 g, 200 g and 250 g. The weight on the pack doesn’t determine how much you’ll want to eat during one coffee break.
First decide how much you want to take with you. If you choose a multipack, check the amount in each individual pack too.
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Confusing no added oil with unsalted
Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted without added oil; Jumbo’s product listing identifies the variety as salted.
Check the processing method and salt content separately. If unsalted is your priority, choose a variety that is explicitly labelled as such.
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Judging a safety warning by the best-before date alone
On 20 May 2026, the Dutch Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) warned that Trader Joe’s unsalted cashews, 170 g, with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026, may contain metal fragments. The warning applies to that specific product identification.
Compare the product name, barcode and best-before date with the NVWA warning. Do not eat the product if all the details match.
Relevant brands and product ranges
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists AH Katsu curry cashew nuts as a 3-pack with a total weight of 150 g. This range may suit you if you’re looking for a multipack.
- The listing states the number of packs and the total weight.
- The total weight doesn’t tell you how much is in each pack; check the ingredients for the flavoured variety too.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists Unsalted Cashew Nuts in a 200 g pack, a larger pack that you can portion out yourself.
- The variety and net weight are clearly stated.
- The listing doesn’t confirm that it comes in individual portions or that the pack is resealable.
PLUS
PLUS lists 200 g of unsalted, unroasted cashew nuts, as well as a separate 200 g unsalted Fairtrade variety.
- The product ranges listed distinguish between processing methods and certification.
- The Fairtrade label applies to the specific variety and doesn’t indicate a portion size.
ALDI
ALDI lists roasted, unsalted cashew nuts under Trader Joe’s in a 250 g pack.
- The product listing states both the processing method and whether the nuts are salted.
- It’s a larger pack; the listing doesn’t say that it’s a single snack portion.
Duyvis
Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted without added oil and lists it in a 125 g pack.
- The product description gives the processing method and pack size.
- The manufacturer’s description isn’t an independent assessment of the flavour; no added oil doesn’t mean unsalted. Duyvis states that the product may contain wheat, peanuts and various types of nuts.
Lidl
For its specific Way To Go range, Lidl describes cashew nuts processed in Tanzania and additional payments made to farmers.
- This information may be relevant if you want to take the supply chain into account.
- The supply chain information applies to this product range and doesn’t tell you about portion size or all Lidl cashew nuts.
Cashew nuts at Joybuy
These products offer different options for a cashew-nut coffee break, from unsalted cashews to portion out yourself to salted varieties.
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Jiazhouyuanye Original Flavour Large Cashew Nuts 160 g
The description says these ready-to-eat cashew kernels can be enjoyed on their own or with yoghurt and muesli.
The ingredients list contains only cashew kernels; the pack contains 160 g.
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Verse Klassenoten Salted Cashew Nuts, 150 g
These salted cashew nuts are a good choice if you’re looking for a savoury option for your coffee break.
The product name states 150 g; the product description says the cashew nuts are roasted.
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g'woon Cashew Nuts Roasted & Unsalted, 200 g
This roasted, unsalted variety suits anyone who wants to take a portion with them for regular coffee breaks.
The pack contains 200 g; the product description recommends sealing the pack securely after opening.
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Xue Ji Chaohuo Salted Cashews with Skin, 120 g
The description says the sealed pack is suitable as a snack on the go.
According to the product description, the cashews are lightly salted; the pack contains 120 g.
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Duyvis Dry Roasted Cashews, 125 g
These salted, dry-roasted cashew nuts suit anyone looking for a savoury flavour and wanting to portion them out themselves.
The description says they are roasted without added fat or oil and makes 4–5 portions; the pack doesn’t automatically count as one coffee-break portion.
Frequently asked questions
Is a 125 g bag of cashew nuts meant for one coffee break?
Not necessarily: 125 g is the pack size, not automatically the amount for one coffee break. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 g as a reference for a handful of unsalted nuts; this isn’t a required portion for everyone or a specific nutritional value for any particular brand. Choose your own amount separately from the shop-bought pack size.
How should I store cashew nuts if I take a portion from home?
Store unsalted cashew nuts in a cool, dark, dry place in a tightly sealed container. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives six months in a kitchen cupboard as general storage advice for opened, unsalted cashew nuts; also follow the storage instructions on the pack.
What should I check in the allergen information?
Check the ingredients list and any warnings on the pack of the variety you choose. For Cashews Original, Duyvis states that the product may contain wheat, peanuts and various types of nuts; don’t assume this information applies to other cashew nuts.
Can I still eat the ALDI cashew nuts mentioned in the May 2026 warning?
Do not eat them if they are Trader Joe’s unsalted cashews, 170 g, with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026. On 20 May 2026, the NVWA warned that this specific product identification may contain metal fragments. The best-before date having passed doesn’t cancel the warning; don’t extend it to other packs or batches.
Does Way To Go mean that all Lidl cashew nuts come from the same supply chain?
No. Lidl describes processing in Tanzania and additional payments for farmers for the specific Way To Go range. Link this information to the product range and pack you choose, not to Lidl’s entire range of cashew nuts.