Start by checking which ingredient you need to avoid: gluten-free or lactose-free does not mean almonds are suitable if you have an almond allergy. The Dutch Food Allergy Foundation lists almonds as a tree nut allergen, so check the ingredients and warnings on the exact packaging before comparing preparation methods and pack sizes.
You’re looking for almonds explicitly labelled gluten-free, and you also check the ingredients and warnings. This option is not suitable for people with an almond allergy. The Dutch Coeliac Association advises checking the label.
You’re looking for a lactose-free snack and want to distinguish lactose intolerance from an allergy to milk protein or nuts. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre explains that lactose intolerance relates to milk sugar.
You can eat almonds and are mainly looking for an unsalted option for regular use. The ingredients, pack size and storage instructions can help you decide whether a product suits your needs.
First, decide which ingredient or feature matters most to you. Then compare the exact product variant, its warnings and the pack size.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Gluten-free | Check that the exact packaging is labelled gluten-free, and also read the ingredients and warnings. | If I need to eat gluten-free, I look for an explicit claim and check the rest of the label too. Around 36% of consumers prioritise gluten-free products. |
| Budget and quantity | Choose a pack size that suits how much you use and your available budget. | When I’m focused on my food shopping budget, I compare the quantity and current product information before choosing. Around 29% of consumers prioritise affordability. |
| Lactose-free or milk protein | Identify which ingredient you need to avoid, then check the ingredients and relevant allergen information. | If lactose is my selection criterion, I look for a lactose-free claim; if I have a milk allergy, I also check for milk proteins. Around 21% of consumers prioritise lactose-free suitability. |
| Preparation and ingredients | Check whether the almonds are raw, roasted, salted or unsalted, and read the full ingredients list. | For a simple snack, I want to know whether salt or a seasoning mix has been added, and how to store the pack. Around 14% of consumers prioritise the convenience of an unsalted snack. |
Almonds remain a tree nut allergen, even when a product is labelled gluten-free or lactose-free.
Check which ingredient you need to avoid, and steer clear of almonds if you’re allergic to them.
A product may list almonds as its only ingredient and still carry a warning about the possible presence of peanuts or other nuts.
Read the ingredients list and warnings separately, and assess them in relation to the allergen that matters to you.
The AH and AH Terra variants reviewed are unroasted and labelled gluten-free and lactose-free.
The own-brand variant reviewed is unroasted and unsalted.
The options reviewed include unroasted almonds and an unsalted variant.
The Trader Joe’s almonds described are roasted and unsalted.
The product information reviewed relates to unroasted and unsalted almonds.
Almonds Original is a savoury, seasoned oven-roasted almond variant.
This selection includes plain raw or unsalted almonds, as well as roasted salted almonds in a range of pack sizes. All products shown contain almonds and are unsuitable for anyone with an almond allergy.
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For anyone looking for raw, unsalted almonds as a simple snack.
Contains almonds and is unsuitable for anyone with an almond allergy.
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For anyone who wants to use almond kernels as a snack or ingredient.
Contains almonds and is unsuitable for anyone with an almond allergy.
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For anyone looking for a larger pack of almonds for snacking or cooking.
Contains almonds and is unsuitable for anyone with an almond allergy.
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For anyone looking for roasted almonds with a salty flavour.
Contains almonds and is unsuitable for anyone with an almond allergy. The product information warns of a choking hazard for young children and says the product is not suitable for babies.
No. Almonds are a tree nut allergen. A gluten-free or lactose-free claim does not change that.
No. Lactose intolerance relates to milk sugar; a cow’s milk allergy relates to milk proteins. If you have a milk allergy, check the ingredients and relevant allergen information rather than relying on a lactose-free claim alone.
Check the label for a gluten-free logo or the words ‘gluten-free’, and read the ingredients too. The Dutch Coeliac Association highlights this when checking labels, while the European Commission outlines the applicable EU rules for gluten-free claims.
The ingredients list shows what has deliberately been used in the product; a warning may indicate possible accidental presence. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) explains that, since 1 January 2026, businesses have assessed precautionary warnings under Dutch rules based on the remaining risk.
Follow the instructions on the packaging. For the AH Terra variant reviewed, Albert Heijn recommends storing it in a cool, dark and dry place and sealing the pack securely after use; PLUS recommends storing its product in a dry, dark place.
First, check the packaging you receive, as product information can change. Albert Heijn and PLUS direct customers with questions about their product information to their customer service teams.
