Those looking for less fat
You want cocktail nuts with a demonstrably lower fat content, not just a smaller bag or a mention of oven baking. Distinguish between a comparative ‘less fat’ claim and the absolute claim ‘low fat’.
Who is this choice for?
Portion-conscious coffee drinkers
You want a measured savoury snack to go with your afternoon coffee. Compare how much you eat and check how many portions are actually in a pack.
Flavour-focused snackers
You’re looking for a flavour you enjoy and packaging that you can reseal or store properly after opening. Resealability and storage instructions can help you choose, but they don’t indicate any nutritional benefit.
What should you look for when buying?
First compare the same quantity of product on the label, then decide which portion size and pack work for your coffee break.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who is this most important for? |
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| Less fat in the product | Fat per 100 g, the exact product version and the basis for any ‘less fat’ claim. | If you mainly want to compare the product’s composition for the same quantity, check the fat value and the evidence behind the claim. Around 29% of consumers make less fat their main consideration when choosing. |
| Portion size and energy | Energy per 100 g, the weight of your own portion and the number of portions per pack. | If you mainly want to decide how much to eat during one coffee break, weighing your portion and checking the number of portions on the pack can help. Around 24% of consumers prioritise how much they snack on. |
| Comparing salt separately | Salt per 100 g and in your own portion, for the exact flavour variant. | If salt content is your main selection criterion, compare that value separately from fat and energy. Around 18% of consumers focus mainly on salt when choosing. |
| Flavour and storage | The flavour description, whether the pack can be resealed and the storage instructions. | If you plan to enjoy the same bag over several coffee breaks, flavour and how to store it after opening may matter more than the packaging alone. Around 18% of consumers give these factors top priority. |
| Cost for the amount you use | The current price per kilogram, the pack size and any delivery terms. | If you mainly want to weigh up the cost of a pack size against how much you’ll actually use, compare the same weight and check the price for your shop or delivery. Around 11% of consumers start with the cost of the purchase. |
A lower fat figure doesn’t automatically tell you anything about salt or energy. So check the nutritional information for your chosen flavour and pack separately. For solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g for a ‘low fat’ claim. A comparative claim such as ‘less fat’ is not the same as meeting this absolute limit.
Common buying mistakes
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Assuming oven baking proves a product contains less fat
The preparation method alone doesn’t tell you how much fat the finished product contains. Duyvis describes Oven Baked Peanuts Original as made without added oil or fat, while the product information lists 47 g of fat per 100 g.
Check the nutritional information for the exact product range rather than treating a preparation description as a nutrition claim.
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Counting a small pack as one portion
Duyvis Provencale’s 125 g label lists 4–5 portions. So the size of a bag doesn’t automatically make the contents one snack portion.
Decide in advance how much you want to eat, then follow the storage advice on the pack for the rest.
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Assuming an old product page or promotion is still current
Albert Heijn marks Duyvis Oven Roasted Sweet Paprika as discontinued, and SPAR lists the 175 g version as no longer available. The Lidl promotion for Duyvis that was checked ran until 11 October 2026.
Use old labels as information about past products, and check the current packaging and availability when you buy.
Brands to consider
Duyvis
The range includes Cocktail, Provencale and Oriental, among others. The older Oven Roasted Sweet Paprika version is relevant if you’re looking for less fat.
- The older label at Albert Heijn stated that Sweet Paprika had 30% less fat and 21 g of fat per 100 g.
- Albert Heijn marks this version as discontinued. This label does not make a nutrition claim about other Duyvis products.
Albert Heijn
AH Cocktail 250 g is an own-brand option with a stated portion size of 25 g.
- The pack is described as resealable and includes portion information.
- The label lists 33 g of fat per 100 g; practical packaging doesn’t make the product low in fat.
Jumbo
The range includes cocktail nuts in different flavours and pack sizes.
- The choice of flavour and pack size may help you find an option that suits how you plan to use it.
- Flavour names and pack sizes don’t, by themselves, substantiate a ‘less fat’ claim.
Lidl
Alesto is Lidl’s nuts and party snacks brand; Lidl also runs separate promotions on Duyvis products.
- Knowing the difference between the shop’s own brand and a product brand can help you check you have the right pack and product range.
- The Duyvis promotion checked ran from 5 to 11 October 2026 and ended on 12 October 2026.
ALDI
The cocktail nuts checked are sold under the product name Trader Joe’s, in a range of flavours and in a 300 g pack.
- The product information lets you choose based on flavour.
- The retailer is ALDI and Trader Joe’s is the product brand; choosing a flavour is not evidence of a nutritional benefit.
PLUS
PLUS Mild Cocktail Nuts 300 g is an own-brand option for a mild flavour and comparing labels.
- The label lists ingredients, allergens and nutritional information.
- The label lists 32.7 g of fat per 100 g; ‘mild’ describes the flavour, not a low fat content.
Joybuy products for a snack break
This selection features regular Duyvis coated peanut snacks for a savoury break. The product names and stated fat values do not, by themselves, make a ‘less fat’ claim.
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Duyvis Tiger Nuts Paprika Fiesta, 275 g
A savoury snack with Paprika Fiesta flavour for a well-earned break.
Joybuy product information lists 33 g of fat per 100 g. The product description warns that young children can choke on nuts and should eat them under supervision.
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Duyvis Oriental Cocktail Nuts, 275 g
The product description mentions a crunchy coating and curry flavour for a savoury snack.
Joybuy product information lists 34 g of fat per 100 g.
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Duyvis Bran Nuts Provencale, 125 g
The description mentions a crunchy coating with onion and garlic flavour. Portion information can help you choose how much to have during your break.
Joybuy product information lists 33 g of fat per 100 g, 30 g portions and 4–5 portions per pack.
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Duyvis Tigernut BBQ Paprika, 275 g
The product description mentions a double coating and BBQ paprika flavour for a savoury snack.
Joybuy product information lists 33 g of fat per 100 g.
Frequently asked questions
Does ‘less fat’ mean the same as ‘low fat’?
No. For solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g for a ‘low fat’ claim. Duyvis Sweet Paprika’s older label stated 30% less fat than regular coated peanuts and 21 g of fat per 100 g; Albert Heijn marks this version as discontinued.
How do I compare cocktail nuts with different portion sizes?
First compare the nutritional values per 100 g, then work them out for the same portion weight. AH Cocktail lists a 25 g portion and Duyvis Provencale a 30 g portion, so these manufacturer portion sizes aren’t directly equivalent.
Is a small bag automatically one portion?
No. The product information for Duyvis Provencale 125 g lists 4–5 portions. Check the pack size and decide for yourself how much suits your coffee break.
How should I store an opened bag?
Follow the storage instructions on the label for the exact product version. AH Cocktail advises storing it in a cool, dark and dry place and closing the pack securely after use. For an opened bag of Duyvis Provencale, an airtight, lightproof container is recommended.
Which allergens should I check?
Check the ingredients list and warnings for the exact flavour and pack. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains that allergens required by law must be clearly identifiable in the ingredients list. AH Cocktail lists milk, peanuts and wheat, among other ingredients; PLUS Mild also lists celery.