Want to take a measured portion with you? Portion out the cashews in advance: a 125 g bag or a 3-pack doesn’t automatically equal one snack portion. Choose unsalted if that’s what you’re looking for, or a salted variety for a savoury flavour. Check the ingredients, allergen information and storage instructions too.
You want to prepare a snack in advance for a journey or a late-night treat. Bear in mind that pack size and the amount you want to eat aren’t necessarily the same: Joybuy lists 4–5 portions for the Duyvis 125 g pack reviewed here. Albert Heijn says its 3-pack is supplied as separate items.
You’re looking for cashews to enjoy regularly as a snack and want an unsalted variety. PLUS lists 200 g of unroasted cashews, while ALDI describes 250 g of roasted, unsalted cashews.
Your choice is mainly about flavour and how the cashews are prepared. Duyvis describes Original and Sea Salt as different varieties, so check the ingredients on the specific pack.
When choosing cashews for a late-night snack or to take on the go, the main things to consider are the portion you want, the flavour and how much you want to keep at home.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this for? |
|---|---|---|
| A single snack portion | Check the net weight and portion information. Joybuy lists 4–5 portions for the Duyvis 125 g pack reviewed here; Albert Heijn supplies the 3-pack reviewed as separate items. | If I want to take a measured amount with me, I need to know how much is in the pack. Around 36% of consumers prioritise portion control. |
| Unsalted cashews for regular snacking | Check that the pack explicitly says unsalted, and also see whether the nuts are unroasted or roasted. PLUS and ALDI describe different preparation methods. | If you eat cashews regularly and are looking for an unsalted variety, the way they’re prepared matters too. Around 29% of consumers give this top priority. |
| Savoury flavour and ingredients | Compare the ingredients for each variety. Duyvis lists salt in Original; according to the manufacturer, this variety is roasted without added oil. The Sea Salt variety reviewed at PLUS contains sunflower oil. | If savoury flavour is my main consideration, I want to know exactly which recipe I’m buying. Around 21% of consumers choose flavour as their main priority. |
| Buying a larger pack and portioning it yourself | Compare the pack size and current price per kilogram for the same variety. Jumbo lists unsalted cashews in different pack sizes; store any remaining cashews in a dry place in a tightly sealed container. | If you prefer to stock up and portion the cashews yourself, you’ll also need to store what’s left properly. Around 14% of consumers prioritise buying in bulk. |
Albert Heijn says the salted cashew 3-pack reviewed is supplied as separate items. So the bundle name doesn’t mean that each item is a small snack pack.
Check the contents of each individual pack and decide how much you want to take with you.
You could end up with more at home than you need for the snack occasions you have planned.
Duyvis says Original is roasted without added oil, but salt is listed in the ingredients.
Check the salt variety and preparation method separately on the pack.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a dry place in a tightly sealed container.
Set aside the portion you’re taking with you first, then seal the remaining nuts securely.
The Cashews Original described is available in a 125 g pack; Duyvis also describes a Sea Salt variety.
The salted cashew 3-pack reviewed is worth considering if you’re thinking of buying a bundle.
Jumbo lists unsalted cashews in a range of pack sizes.
Lidl lists cashews under Alesto and also mentions its Way To Go range.
ALDI lists Trader Joe’s roasted, unsalted cashews in a 250 g pack.
The PLUS variety reviewed contains unsalted, unroasted cashews in a 200 g bag.
This selection includes cashews in retail packs to take with you or portion yourself, with both salted and unsalted varieties.
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This pack is an option if you want to take cashews with you as a snack.
Net weight: 160 g.
The product description lists cashews as the sole ingredient.
The description advises storing in a cool, dry place and sealing the pack securely after opening.
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This smaller retail pack could suit you if you’d rather take an unopened bag with you; the stated number of portions doesn’t mean it’s a single snack portion.
Net weight: 125 g; the product description lists 4–5 portions.
The description lists salt in the ingredients and says the cashews are dry-roasted without added fats or oil.
The allergen information lists gluten, wheat and peanuts; check the current label.
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A salted variety to consider if you’re looking for a savoury flavour for your late-night snack.
Net weight: 150 g.
The product description lists cashews, sunflower oil and salt as ingredients, and says the nuts are roasted.
The description advises storing in a cool, dry place and sealing the pack after opening.
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This variety is an option if you’re looking for roasted, unsalted cashews and want to portion them yourself at home.
Net weight: 200 g.
The product description lists 0.067 g of salt per 100 g.
The description advises storing the pack in a cool, dry place and sealing it securely after opening.
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This smaller retail pack could suit you if you want to take salted cashews with you; decide for yourself how much you want to have as a portion.
Net weight: 120 g.
The product name specifies cashews with their skins on; the description lists salt as an ingredient and says the nuts are ready to eat.
The description advises storing in a cool, dry place and consuming soon after opening.
Not necessarily. The Joybuy product description for the Duyvis 125 g pack reviewed lists 4–5 portions; decide for yourself how much you want to take with you.
Store cashews in a dry place in a tightly sealed container. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends keeping them somewhere cool; for the Duyvis Sea Salt product reviewed, the product information advises using a light- and airtight container after opening. Follow the instructions on the pack you buy.
Read the allergen information on the current pack. The NVWA says that allergen information for prepacked foods must appear on the label. The PLUS variety reviewed may contain peanuts; check the warnings on the specific pack too.
This product selection doesn’t mean that any product is safe for someone with an allergy. Cashews are an allergen themselves, and the product information reviewed also mentions the possible presence of other allergens. Base your choice on the current label and the advice that applies to your allergy.
On 20 May 2026, the NVWA issued a warning about Trader Joe’s unsalted cashews, 170 g, with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026, because of possible metal fragments. Do not eat this specific product. The warning does not automatically apply to the 250 g pack reviewed.
