A bag to take with you for later
Want to take a sealed snack with you without first dividing up a larger bag? Albert Heijn lists the Duyvis Provençale 20-pack as containing 20 individual 45 g bags; Foods & Goods describes the same pack size.
Who are the different pack sizes suitable for?
A small bag for home
Fancy coated peanuts now and then, but would you prefer a smaller pack overall rather than a multipack? Jumbo lists 125 g Duyvis packs. A small bag doesn’t automatically equal one measured snack portion.
Portioning a larger pack yourself
Want to get several snack occasions out of a larger bag? Compare the total quantity and storage instructions after opening, and bear in mind that you’ll need to portion it yourself.
What should you look for in coated peanuts for a late-night snack?
| What to consider | What to look for when buying | Who is this most important for? |
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| Pack size and quantity | Check the number of individual bags and the weight of each one, or look at the total weight of a single bag. | If you want to take a sealed bag with you or choose a suitable amount at home, convenience comes first. Around 42% of consumers say pack size and quantity are their top priority. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients list and warnings on the packaging of the exact product variant. | If you need to avoid certain ingredients or allergens, check the coating and any precautionary warnings too. Around 17% of consumers put ingredients and allergens first. |
| Flavour | Choose the variant you want to eat; Duyvis’s flavour descriptions come from the manufacturer. | If you’re looking for a particular flavour, you’ll want to know which variant is in the bag. Around 25% of consumers say flavour is their top priority. |
| Cost and stock | Compare the price per kilo and total quantity, and follow the storage instructions if you open a bag. | If you want to stock up and portion the product yourself, both the quantity and how you store the remainder matter. Around 16% of consumers put cost and stock first. |
Common mistakes when choosing
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Looking only at the peanuts
The coating and other ingredients may matter too. The Duyvis Provençale 20-pack reviewed lists peanuts and wheat, and also includes warnings about the possible presence of other allergens.
Read the full ingredients list and allergen warnings for the exact product variant before choosing.
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Assuming a small bag is one measured snack portion
A 125 g bag and an individual 45 g bag are different pack sizes. The weight of a single bag doesn’t tell you how much you’ll want to eat in one sitting.
Check the weight of each individual bag, the number of bags and how much you want to serve yourself.
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Choosing based on a low price per kilo alone
A larger bag or multipack also means buying more at once. Portioning it yourself takes a little preparation too.
Compare the price per kilo with the total quantity you plan to use, and check how to store the product after opening.
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Automatically assuming a nut product is a healthy everyday choice
The general nut advice from the Netherlands Nutrition Centre is about unsalted nuts. It isn’t a health claim for coated peanuts.
Assess the ingredients and nutritional information for the specific product; don’t assume that the qualities of unsalted nuts also apply to coated peanuts.
Relevant brands and retailers
Duyvis
Duyvis lists varieties including Cocktail and Provençale, as well as different pack sizes.
- Albert Heijn lists a Provençale multipack with 20 bags of 45 g each.
- That pack information doesn’t automatically apply to other Duyvis varieties. The manufacturer describes Provençale as having an onion and garlic flavour.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists both a Duyvis Provençale multipack and a product under its own brand.
- The Duyvis product page lists individual 45 g bags.
- The Duyvis pack details aren’t specifications for the Albert Heijn own-brand product.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists coated peanuts in various pack sizes, including own-brand products.
- Product information gives examples of 300 g and 500 g bags to portion yourself.
- A larger bag isn’t an individual portion pack, and the sizes listed don’t in themselves say anything about flavour quality.
PLUS
PLUS lists a 300 g bag of Oriental-style coated peanuts.
- The product page says this variety is vegan and should be stored in a cool, dry and dark place.
- These product details apply to the variety listed and don’t automatically apply to other PLUS products.
Aldi
ALDI lists coated peanuts under the TRADER JOE’S product brand, in a 300 g bag.
- The product information lists bacon and cheese, Puszta and paprika varieties.
- ALDI is the retailer here; the available product information doesn’t provide a full ingredients list for these varieties.
Lidl
The Lidl product page reviewed is for Duyvis coated peanuts, not a Lidl own-brand variety.
- The product page lists a 200 g pack.
- The pack listed isn’t evidence that it comes in individual portion bags.
Joybuy products for smaller or larger snack occasions
These products are suited to a smaller bag that you portion yourself or a larger bag for several snack occasions.
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Duyvis Provençale coated peanuts, 125 g
A good fit if you want a smaller bag and prefer to choose the amount you eat in one sitting.
The product information describes peanuts with a crunchy coating and an onion and garlic flavour.
Contains peanuts and wheat; may contain milk, nuts, soya and mustard.
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Duyvis Coated Peanuts Provençal, 275 g
A good fit if you want to buy a larger bag and portion it yourself for several snack occasions.
The product information describes peanuts with a crunchy coating and an onion and garlic flavour.
Contains peanuts and wheat; may contain milk, nuts, soya and mustard. Follow the storage instructions on the packaging after opening.
Frequently asked questions
Is a 45 g bag automatically the right amount for me?
No. The statement that each individual pack contains one portion describes the packaging, not your personal dietary needs. Choose an amount based on how much you want to eat.
Can I choose the Provençale portion bags reviewed if I need to avoid peanuts or wheat?
No. The Duyvis Provençale 20-pack reviewed lists peanuts and wheat as allergens present in the product. Check for possible cross-contamination and read all the warnings on the packaging of the product you buy.
How should I store coated peanuts if I don’t finish a bag in one go?
Follow the instructions for the exact product variant. The Duyvis information reviewed recommends storing the product in a cool, dry place and keeping an opened bag in a light- and airtight container. PLUS also says its Oriental-style variety should be stored in the dark.
How do I compare a multipack with a regular bag?
Compare the price per kilo, the total quantity and how much you’ll actually use. Also bear in mind the difference between individual bags and a single bag that you’ll need to portion yourself.
What should I check on the label if I want to avoid allergens?
Read the ingredients list and allergen warnings on the exact pack. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains that allergens must be clearly stated on the label; this general labelling information isn’t an endorsement of any individual product.