Which pack is right for you?

A single bag for the journey

You want to take a set amount with you when picking up some chips, without having to portion it out from a larger bag on the way. The Duyvis Provençale version described consists of twenty individual 45 g bags, according to product information from Makro Nederland and HANOS.

Portioning your own or sharing

You want to enjoy coated peanuts at home too, or share them with others, and decide in advance how much to take with you. With 125 g or 300 g bags, you’ll need to measure out the amount yourself.

A snack shopper who checks the label

Your choice depends on the ingredients or a personal dietary requirement. The Duyvis Provençale multipack examined lists peanuts and wheat; HANOS also notes that it may contain soya, milk, mustard and various types of nuts. Check the warnings on the exact pack you buy.

What should you look for when choosing?

Individual 45 g bag

Choose this if: you want to take one pre-portioned amount with you.

Bear in mind: the version described is sold as a multipack of twenty bags.

125 g bag

Choose this if: you want to decide how much to eat or share.

Bear in mind: you’ll need to set aside an amount yourself to take with you.

Larger 300 g bag

Choose this if: you’ll also enjoy the coated peanuts at home or share them with others.

Bear in mind: this isn’t an individual pack for taking with you, so you’ll need to portion it yourself.

For a single snack occasion, the main consideration is whether you want to take a pre-packed amount with you or measure it out yourself. The pack size is not a recommended serving.

Consideration What to look for Who is this for?
Amount and packaging Check how many bags are in the pack and the amount in each bag. If I want to take one pre-portioned amount with me when picking up chips, I look at the individual bag, not just the box. Around 42% of consumers put the amount and packaging first.
Flavour preference Read the flavour description; a flavour name doesn’t tell you whether a particular option is better for picking up chips. If I already know which flavour I want, that preference matters more to me than packaging that simply looks convenient. Around 25% of consumers put flavour at the top of their list.
Total purchase and stock Compare the total amount you’re buying with the number of snack occasions you want it to cover. If I only want something to take with me once, I want to avoid buying more than I’ll use. For around 17% of consumers, the cost of the purchase and the amount of stock are the deciding considerations.
Ingredients and dietary requirements Check the ingredients and any allergen warnings on the exact pack. If an ingredient affects a personal dietary requirement, I check the label before considering flavour or convenience. Ingredients are the deciding priority for around 16% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a vegan label means it’s allergen-free

    A dietary label doesn’t replace the ingredients list. The Duyvis Provençale multipack examined lists peanuts and wheat.

    Check the ingredients and warnings on the exact pack for any allergens that are relevant to you; don’t rely on a brand name or dietary label alone.

  • Assuming the pictured bag is the full purchase

    The Duyvis Provençale version described, with 45 g bags, is sold as a multipack of twenty. This means you buy more than one bag at a time.

    Before ordering, check the number of packs included and the net weight of each bag.

    You’ll have more stock at home than if you bought one individual bag.

  • Treating the whole pack as one serving

    The packs described contain different amounts; the pack size doesn’t automatically tell you how much to eat in one snack sitting.

    Decide how much you want to take with you and set that amount aside, or choose a version with individual bags.

  • Confusing a flavour name with suitability for the occasion

    Patatje Joppie is a flavour in the Duyvis range, not proof that it’s the best choice to enjoy with chips.

    Choose based on your own flavour preference and the packaging you want to take with you.

Brands to consider

Duyvis

The range includes several flavours; product information describes Provençale, among other formats, as a multipack of twenty 45 g bags and as a 125 g bag.

  • The two pack formats let you choose between individual bags and portioning your own.
  • The 45 g multipack lists peanuts and wheat; this pack size is not a recommended serving.

Albert Heijn

AH Borrelnoten cocktail is a supermarket own-brand option in the specified range.

  • Albert Heijn confirms the product identity on its product page.
  • Check the current packaging for product information; the product page doesn’t substantiate any serving or flavour advantage.

Jumbo

Jumbo Borrelnoten Cocktail is described as coming in a 300 g bag.

  • The product description mentions peanuts with a crunchy coating.
  • The bag is intended for portioning yourself or sharing, rather than as an individual pack to take with you.

Lidl

Coated peanuts are part of the specified Lidl range.

  • The range page confirms the product category.
  • Check the packaging for the amount and product information relevant to your choice.

ALDI

The TRADER JOE’S coated peanuts described are sold in 300 g bags, with bacon cheese, poesta or paprika listed as the available flavours.

  • The listed flavours and pack size help you tell the options apart.
  • You’ll need to portion out an amount yourself to take with you; the product information doesn’t provide an independent quality comparison.

PLUS

PLUS Borrelnoten Mild is described as coming in a 300 g bag.

  • The product page says it’s vegetarian and recommends storing it in a cool, dry, dark place.
  • The Mild label doesn’t prove a lower salt content or suitability for people with allergies.

Joybuy products

These are bags of Duyvis coated peanuts that you can portion out for the journey or share.

Duyvis Poeta coated peanuts 275 g

Duyvis Poeta coated peanuts 275 g

Suitable if you want to measure out an amount from a larger bag.

Pack size: 275 g. Contains peanuts, milk, wheat and celery; may contain traces of soya, mustard and other nuts.

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Duyvis Oriental coated peanuts 275 g

Duyvis Oriental coated peanuts 275 g

Suitable if you want to measure out an amount from a larger bag to take with you or share.

Pack size: 275 g. The product information describes a mild curry flavour. Contains peanuts, gluten (wheat and barley) and soya; may contain milk, nuts and mustard.

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Duyvis Provençale coated peanuts 125 g

Duyvis Provençale coated peanuts 125 g

Suitable if you want to decide how much to take with you from a smaller bag.

Pack size: 125 g. The product information lists 30 g servings and 4–5 servings per pack; decide for yourself how much to take with you. Contains peanuts and wheat; may contain milk, nuts, soya and mustard.

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Duyvis Coated Peanuts Provençal 275 g

Duyvis Coated Peanuts Provençal 275 g

Suitable if you want to portion out a larger bag to take with you or share.

Pack size: 275 g. The product information describes onion and garlic flavour and peanuts with a crunchy coating. Contains peanuts and wheat; may contain milk, nuts, soya and mustard.

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Duyvis Tigernut BBQ Paprika 275 g

Duyvis Tigernut BBQ Paprika 275 g

Suitable if you want to measure out a smaller amount from a bag for several snack occasions or to share.

Pack size: 275 g. The product information describes a double coating and BBQ paprika flavour. Contains peanuts and wheat; may contain milk, nuts, soya and mustard.

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Frequently asked questions

Is 45 g a recommended serving of coated peanuts?

No. Product information from Makro Nederland and HANOS describes 45 g as the contents of an individual bag, not as a recommended serving. Decide for yourself how much you want to eat during your snack break.

Does vegan mean coated peanuts are allergen-free?

No. PLUS describes Duyvis Provençale 125 g as vegan, while the Duyvis Provençale multipack examined lists peanuts and wheat. Check the ingredients and warnings on the label of the exact version; the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains allergen information on labels.

Do I need to keep coated peanuts in the fridge when I’m out and about?

For Jumbo Borrelnoten Cocktail 300 g and PLUS Borrelnoten Mild 300 g, the product advice is to store them in a cool, dry, dark place. This doesn’t mean you should put them in the fridge. Follow the instructions on the pack you buy.

What does ‘best before’ mean on a bag of coated peanuts?

This is the date of minimum durability; the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority distinguishes it from ‘use by’, which is used for highly perishable products. Check the date and storage instructions on your own pack.