Who is this buying guide for?

Households keeping an eye on pack size

You buy coated peanuts for snacking at home and want to choose a size that suits how much you actually use. A larger pack means you’ll need to get through more and have a suitable way to store it.

Runners looking for training food

You want to know whether coated peanuts are suitable before or after a long run. Timing, carbohydrates and digestibility matter differently here than they do when you’re snacking at home.

Households that don’t snack often

You want to be able to portion out your supply or seal an opened pack properly. A smaller resealable bag or several individual bags may suit your needs.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether you want coated peanuts for snacking at home or around a long run. Then choose a pack size that suits how much you use and how you’ll store it.

What to consider What to look for Who should pay particular attention?
Eating around training Distinguish between snacking at home and eating just before or during a long run. Consider portion size and the Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s advice about foods high in fat, protein or fibre around exercise. If I’m considering coated peanuts for a long run, I want to know whether the timing and portion size are right. Around 50% of consumers prioritise suitability around training.
Quantity and pack size Match the amount to how often you snack. Consider whether you’d rather reseal one bag or store your supplies in individual bags. I want an amount that suits how much we use and that I can store properly once opened. Around 30% of consumers prioritise stock and packaging.
Ingredients and allergens Check the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack; don’t assume anything based on the flavour name. If I have a food allergy, I want to check the ingredients in this exact variety before choosing. Around 20% of consumers prioritise allergen information.

Common pitfalls

  • Assuming a high-calorie snack is suitable for a long run

    A snack isn’t automatically suitable just before or during a long training session. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises paying attention to timing and to foods high in fat, protein or fibre around exercise.

    Plan your food for a long run separately from the coated peanuts you buy to enjoy at home.

  • Assuming a bigger pack is always the best choice

    A larger pack means bringing more into your home at once. It only makes sense if your household will use the contents and you can store them appropriately.

    Choose an amount based on how often you snack and how well you can reseal the pack once it’s open.

  • Guessing allergens from the flavour name

    A flavour name doesn’t tell you everything about a variety’s ingredients or allergen information.

    If you have a food allergy, check the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack.

Brands compared

Duyvis

Duyvis lists several pack sizes for Cocktail, from 125 g to 1000 g. The manufacturer also mentions a box of 8 x 275 grams.

  • The range of pack sizes listed may suit different storage needs.
  • The manufacturer presents these coated peanuts as a party snack, not as a specific food for marathon training.

Albert Heijn

The AH Cocktail variety reviewed comes in a 250 g resealable pack.

  • The pack is designed to be resealed after use.
  • This variety contains milk, peanuts and wheat; check the information on the exact pack.

Jumbo

The range reviewed includes Cocktail coated peanuts in a 500 g value pack and a smaller 300 g variety.

  • The pack sizes listed let you choose between a larger supply and a smaller bag.
  • Choose an amount that suits how much you use at home and how you store an opened bag.

Lidl

Lidl Netherlands lists coated peanuts in its range.

  • A useful retailer to consider when comparing coated peanuts.
  • Check the pack itself for the contents, ingredients and storage advice.

ALDI

The coated peanuts reviewed are sold by ALDI under the TRADER JOE'S packaging brand, in 300 g packs and several flavours.

  • The listed pack size and flavour options may suit you if you’re looking for a smaller bag.
  • Check the details for the flavour you choose; they won’t necessarily apply to other varieties.

PLUS

The PLUS own-brand variety reviewed is Borrelnoten Mild, in a 300 g bag.

  • The pack size listed is suited to a smaller supply.
  • The Mild flavour name alone doesn’t tell you whether it’s suitable for running.

Coated peanuts at Joybuy

These Joybuy products are bags of coated peanuts for snacking; don’t automatically use them as food just before or during a long run.

Duyvis Coated Peanuts Poeta, 275 g

Duyvis Coated Peanuts Poeta, 275 g

A 275 g bag of coated peanuts for a snack; plan your food for a long run separately.

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Duyvis Coated Peanuts Provençal, 275 g

Duyvis Coated Peanuts Provençal, 275 g

A 275 g bag for a snack; the flavour doesn’t automatically make it suitable as food around a long run.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I eat coated peanuts just before a long run?

The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises avoiding a large portion of food high in fat, protein or fibre just before exercise. Coated peanuts therefore aren’t an obvious choice at that time; plan your training food separately.

How should I store an opened bag of coated peanuts?

Follow the advice for the exact variety. For AH Cocktail, the advice is to store it in a cool, dark, dry place and close the pack securely; for Duyvis Cocktail, an airtight, light-proof container is recommended.

Which allergen information should I check on the pack?

Check the ingredients list and allergen information for the exact variety. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains that relevant allergens from the mandatory list of 14 must be stated on the label.