When choosing coated peanuts, check the total carbohydrates in the amount you actually eat, not just the sugar content or the size of the bag. The Dutch Association of Dietitians and the Diabetes Fund highlight the importance of the nutritional information on the label. A 45 g bag is a fixed pack size, not a personal serving recommendation. A larger bag gives you the option to weigh out your own portion, but check the nutritional values and allergens on the exact pack: the term ‘diabetic friendly’ does not prove that a product is suitable for everyone with diabetes.
If you want to assess coated peanuts based on the total carbohydrates in the amount you eat, look beyond the sugar line. The Dutch Association of Dietitians and the Diabetes Fund explain how to read the nutritional information on a label.
If convenience on the go is your priority, a multipack of individual bags could be practical. Sligro lists Duyvis Provencale in a box containing 20 bags of 45 g; that weight does not automatically make it the right amount for your dietary needs.
If you want to weigh out a smaller amount at home to take with you, a larger bag is another packaging option. Jumbo Cocktail and PLUS Mild are listed in 300 g bags; check the carbohydrates for each weighed portion and follow the storage instructions.
Start with the total carbohydrates in your intended portion, then decide whether you want the convenience of a pre-packed bag or would rather weigh out your own.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Carbohydrates per portion eaten | Compare the total carbohydrates per 100 g and calculate the amount for the weight you eat. Use the information on the exact pack. | If I want to calculate my carbohydrates, I compare like for like and work out the amount for my portion; around 36% of consumers prioritise this calculation. |
| Pre-packed bag to take with you | Check the weight of each bag, the number of bags and the nutritional values for that particular product. | If I want to take a pre-packed amount with me, I check the weight per bag; around 29% of consumers prioritise this type of ready-to-go pack. |
| Nutritional profile | Check the energy, salt and ingredients as well as the carbohydrate information; compare products at equal weights. | If I want to consider energy, salt and ingredients as well as carbohydrates, I look at the overall nutritional profile; around 21% of consumers say this is their main consideration. |
| Portioning and storage | Check the contents, nutritional values and storage instructions on the pack. | If I want to choose my own portion, I weigh it out at home and follow the storage instructions; around 14% of consumers prioritise portioning their own snacks. |
The amount of sugar does not tell you how many total carbohydrates you’ll get in your portion. The Dutch Association of Dietitians and the Diabetes Fund treat sugar as a separate entry on the label.
Check the total carbohydrates and calculate the amount for the portion you’ll actually eat.
Sligro lists Duyvis Provencale in 45 g bags. That is the weight of the pack, not personal dietary advice.
Decide how much you want to eat and use the label to calculate the carbohydrates in that amount.
Unsalted nuts and peanuts with a crispy coating are different products. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre includes unsalted nuts in the Wheel of Five; this is not an assessment of coated peanuts.
Assess the specific coated peanuts using their own nutritional values, ingredients and serving size.
Duyvis Provencale is one option to consider if you’re looking for individual bags.
AH Borrelnoten cocktail is an own-brand option to assess by checking the pack and label.
Jumbo Borrelnoten Cocktail is described as a larger bag that you can portion out yourself.
Lidl presents Alesto as a range that includes nuts, dried fruit and savoury party snacks.
Trader Joe’s Borrelnoten is described as a larger bag that you can portion out yourself.
PLUS Borrelnoten Mild is described as a larger bag for those who want to weigh out their own portions.
These product picks are larger bags of coated peanuts, so you can weigh out your own portion.
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This larger bag is designed for you to weigh out your own portion. Use the nutritional value per 100 g to calculate the carbohydrates in your serving.
Carbohydrates: 41 g per 100 g.
According to the product information, this variety contains peanuts, wheat and cereals containing gluten, milk and celery. Possible traces of soya, mustard and other nuts are also listed.
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This larger bag is designed for you to weigh out your own portion. Use the nutritional value per 100 g to calculate the carbohydrates in your serving.
Carbohydrates: 41 g per 100 g.
According to the product information, this variety contains peanuts, wheat and cereals containing gluten. Possible traces of milk, nuts, soya and mustard are also listed.
Use the total carbohydrates and calculate the amount for the portion you actually eat. ‘Of which sugars’ is listed separately and is not a substitute for the total.
No. The weight of the pack does not determine your personal serving size. Calculate the carbohydrates in the amount you eat and consider it in the context of your own dietary needs.
Follow the instructions on the exact pack. Jumbo Cocktail and PLUS Mild are labelled to be stored in a cool, dry, dark place; follow the same instructions for the bag you take your portions from.
Before buying, check the allergen information for the exact variety. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that allergen information for pre-packed products must appear on the label. For the Duyvis Provencale variety described, Sligro lists peanuts and wheat; also check the full ingredients and allergen information, including any warnings about traces.
No. The term on its own does not tell you how many carbohydrates are in your portion or prove an individual effect. The European Commission states that nutrition and health claims must not be inaccurate, ambiguous or misleading; the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority refers to European rules for such claims.
