Compare protein, energy and salt values for the same portion size, and choose a pack based on how often you eat coated peanuts. Jumbo lists 3.3 g of protein and 131 kcal per 25 g portion for its cocktail coated peanuts. This is nutritional information, not proof that the product meets the requirements for a ‘high in protein’ claim. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that most people who do sport do not need special protein products if they eat a healthy, varied diet.
You want to stock up on a snack to serve with drinks and are interested in the protein in the portion you actually eat. A sports-focused search term is no substitute for checking the nutrition table. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre stresses that most people who do sport do not need special protein products if they eat a healthy, varied diet.
You often serve coated peanuts and want to choose a pack that suits how you use them. Duyvis lists Cocktail packs in 125 g, 275 g, 500 g and 1000 g sizes; Jumbo lists a 500 g cocktail pack.
You want a quantity that suits less frequent use. A smaller pack or a resealable bag may be worth considering. Albert Heijn describes its 250 g cocktail pack as easy to reseal; also follow the storage instructions on the packaging.
First, compare the nutritional values for the exact flavour on the same basis. Then choose a quantity and pack that suit how you use and store it.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who should pay particular attention? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein content | Compare values per 100 g and per portion. Albert Heijn lists 14 g of protein per 100 g for AH Cocktail, Jumbo lists 13.3 g per 100 g, and PLUS lists 13.96 g per 100 g for Ham Kaas. Jumbo also lists 3.3 g per 25 g portion. | If protein is your main reason for comparing snacks, check the nutritional information for the exact flavour. Around 33% of consumers say protein content is their main priority when choosing what to stock up on. |
| Choosing the right quantity | Match the net weight to how often you serve the snack. Duyvis lists Cocktail packs in 125 g, 275 g, 500 g and 1000 g sizes; Jumbo lists a 500 g pack. | If you often serve coated peanuts, you’ll want enough in the pack without choosing a quantity that doesn’t suit how you use them. Around 27% of consumers say having the right quantity in stock is their main priority. |
| Storage and resealing | Check the seal and follow the storage instructions for the flavour you choose. Albert Heijn advises storing its cocktail nuts in a cool, dark, dry place and closing the pack securely after use. | If you don’t use a whole bag at once, a practical seal and suitable storage place are important for keeping your supplies. Around 20% of consumers say storage and convenient packaging are their main priorities. |
| Portion, energy and salt | Compare like-for-like portions. Jumbo lists 131 kcal and 0.41 g of salt per 25 g. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 133 kcal and 0.41 g of salt for a general 25 g handful of coated peanuts; these are not label values for every brand. | If you want to include a measured portion of the snack in your diet, energy and salt values are useful to consider alongside protein. Around 13% of consumers say portion size, energy and salt are their main priorities. |
| Allergens | Check the information on the exact pack. The products reviewed list different allergens; the NVWA says allergen information for prepacked products must appear on the label. | If an allergen is relevant to you, the ingredients take priority over flavour or pack size. Around 7% of consumers say suitability for people with allergies is their main priority. |
The fact that a product contains protein does not prove that it can carry the ‘high in protein’ nutrition claim. Nutrition claims must meet EU requirements, as explained by the European Commission and the NVWA.
Compare the values for the exact product variant, and use the claim only if the relevant requirements are met.
The quantity in the bag and its nutritional value are two different things. Jumbo lists 20 portions in its 500 g cocktail pack and provides nutritional values per portion.
Choose a pack size based on how you use the product, and compare nutritional values for the same portion size.
The products reviewed do not all list the same allergens. Jumbo Cocktail lists peanuts and wheat, among other ingredients; Albert Heijn Cocktail and PLUS Ham Kaas also list milk.
Check the ingredients, allergens and warnings on the pack of the flavour you’re buying.
Duyvis lists several pack sizes for Cocktail, making it easy to compare quantities.
The AH own-brand range includes a 250 g cocktail pack which, according to Albert Heijn, is easy to reseal.
Jumbo lists cocktail coated peanuts in a 500 g pack, with nutritional values per 100 g and per portion.
PLUS lists a 300 g Ham Kaas variant with product-specific nutritional values.
ALDI lists Trader Joe’s coated peanuts in Oriental, Provençale and Cocktail flavours.
Lidl lists 300 g packs of coated peanuts in several varieties, available in store only.
These Joybuy product picks are Duyvis coated peanuts in a range of flavours and pack sizes. Compare the nutritional information for the exact variant; the protein values listed do not, on their own, prove that a product meets the requirements for a ‘high in protein’ claim.
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The 275 g pack is an option if you’re looking to stock up for drinks with friends.
The product information lists 15 g of protein, 539 kcal and 1.4 g of salt. Contains peanuts, milk, gluten (wheat) and celery; may contain traces of soya, mustard and other nuts.
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This 275 g pack may suit anyone looking to stock up for drinks with friends.
The product information lists 15 g of protein, 539 kcal and 1.4 g of salt. Contains peanuts, gluten (wheat and barley) and soya; may contain milk, nuts and mustard.
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At 125 g, this is a smaller pack option if you’re looking for less in each bag.
The product information lists 13 g of protein, 527 kcal and 1.2 g of salt. Contains peanuts and wheat; may contain milk, nuts, soya and mustard.
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The 275 g pack is an option if you’d like to keep this Provençal variant in stock for drinks with friends.
The nutrition table lists 15 g of protein, 542 kcal and 1.3 g of salt per 100 g. Contains peanuts and gluten (wheat); may contain milk, nuts, soya and mustard.
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This 275 g pack is an option if you’re looking for a BBQ paprika flavour to serve with drinks.
The product information lists 15 g of protein, 535 kcal and 1.5 g of salt. Contains peanuts and gluten (wheat); may contain milk, nuts, soya and mustard.
No, don’t think of coated peanuts as an essential recovery product. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that most people who do sport do not need special protein shakes or bars if they eat a healthy, varied diet. This is not proof that coated peanuts have any special recovery benefits.
Follow the advice for the variant you’ve chosen. Albert Heijn advises storing its Cocktail coated peanuts in a cool, dark, dry place and sealing the bag securely after use. HANOS recommends an airtight, lightproof container for the Duyvis Cocktail described on its site; this is not a general storage period for all products.
Check the best-before date on the pack you receive. Jumbo says to look on the back of the pack, while Albert Heijn says to check the side. Plan your stocks around the date on your bag.
Yes. The NVWA says allergen information for prepacked products must appear on the label. If you have a relevant allergy, check the ingredients and allergens for the exact flavour, as recipes can vary.
No, the presence of protein alone is not enough to support that nutrition claim. The European Commission and the NVWA say that nutrition claims must meet the relevant EU requirements, so assess the exact claim and product against those requirements.
