Individually wrapped portions are handy if you want to get dried fruit ready in advance, take it with you or share it. Weighing it out from a larger pack gives you more control over portion size. Packaging is no guarantee of a recovery benefit: think of the fruit as part of your overall eating plan, and check the ingredients, allergens and suitable sources of protein too. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists options such as quark, yoghurt, milk, tofu and beans for increasing your protein intake.
You want to prepare portions for different days or people without weighing out fruit each time. Jumbo describes Snoep Rozijntjes as a pack of 14 boxes, each weighing 14 g; the supermarket also says the boxes are handy for taking on the go.
You’re looking for fruit to have as a snack or as part of a meal after exercise, and you’re also considering other parts of your eating plan. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, your protein needs depend on your sporting goals and personal circumstances.
You want to choose your own portion size, for example for different meals or people. A larger pack, such as the 375 g PLUS stand-up pouch or the 500 g ALDI pack described here, is a different format from individual boxes.
Choose this if: you want to get the boxes ready in advance, share them or take a sealed portion with you.
Bear in mind: the weight of each box is fixed, so compare both the number of boxes and the total weight.
Choose this if: you want to weigh it out yourself at home or add fruit to a meal.
Bear in mind: you’ll need to prepare and weigh out the portions yourself.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this important to? |
|---|---|---|
| Taking portions with you and sharing | Check the number of boxes and the weight of each one; the Jumbo pack described contains 14 boxes, each weighing 14 g. | If I’m preparing portions for lunchboxes or to take on the go, I want to know in advance how many boxes I’ll get. Around 36% of consumers prioritise portability and sharing. |
| How it fits into your eating plan | Think about what you’re eating alongside the fruit; a box on its own doesn’t tell you whether a whole meal fits your plan. | After exercise, I want to fit fruit in alongside the rest of my meal, not treat a portion pack as a complete meal. Around 29% of consumers prioritise how well it fits their eating plan. |
| Portion size and ingredients | Check the portion size, ingredients list, nutrition information and allergen information for the exact variant. | If the quantity or ingredients matter to anyone sharing the food, I want to be able to check the information on the pack. Around 21% of consumers give portion and ingredient checks top priority. |
| Packaging and stock | Compare the total weight and number of portions with what you actually plan to use. | I want to choose a pack that suits how I’ll use it, so the quantity fits my plans for keeping it in stock. Around 14% of consumers prioritise pack size and stock levels. |
A portion pack mainly tells you how the fruit is packaged. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, any additional protein needs depend on your overall diet and personal sporting goals.
First decide what you want to eat after exercise, then think about how the fruit fits in. Consider other foods that suit your eating plan too.
If your meal has several components, you may need to bring or prepare other foods as well.
The ingredients list and the amount of sugars in the nutrition information give you different details. The World Cancer Research Fund says that dried fruit contains more sugar per 100 g than fresh fruit.
Read both the ingredients list and the nutrition information, and consider the portion you’ll actually eat.
A pack containing more fruit won’t necessarily give you the portion format you need. A large pack means portioning it yourself; individual boxes have a fixed weight.
Compare the net weight, number of portions and preparation involved to find what suits the way you’ll use it.
Weighing portions yourself takes preparation; if the amount you stock doesn’t suit your needs, it could go unused.
In November 2025, NU.nl reported a warning about Jumbo Snoeprozijntjes with EAN 8718452534326 and best-before date 28-07-2026. The warning applies to the batch described; even if the best-before date has passed, any remaining boxes from that batch are not safe to eat.
If you have old stock, check the product, EAN and best-before date together. Do not eat the recalled batch described.
The official AH product page lists AH Rozijnen vriendjes. Check the current pack if you’re looking for individual portions.
Jumbo describes Snoep Rozijntjes Doosjes 14 Stuks as 14 boxes, each weighing 14 g.
Lidl lists Belbake Rozijnen as a product range in its supermarket offering.
ALDI Netherlands describes Trader Joe's raisins as being sold in a 500 g pack.
PLUS describes Sultana raisins as being sold in a 375 g stand-up pouch.
Dirk describes 1 de Beste Rozijnen sultana as a 375 g pack, and suggests using it in yoghurt, muesli and baking recipes.
This Joybuy selection is suited to portioning at home from a larger pack; it isn’t a multipack of individual boxes.
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This larger pack is a good fit for portioning or sharing at home if you want to choose your own portion size.
Net weight: 908 g.
Not just to get more protein: the Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists everyday foods such as quark, yoghurt, milk, tofu, nuts and beans as options. For intensive strength or endurance training, the right amount depends on your goals and personal circumstances. For tailored advice, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends consulting a specialist dietitian.
First compare the total net weight, then consider how many portions you want to use. The pack described by Jumbo contains 14 boxes of 14 g, giving a total of 196 g; these are portions in boxes, not complete meals.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says opened dried fruit mix can be kept in a kitchen cupboard for 6–9 months, and notes that freezing isn’t recommended. Don’t automatically apply this advice to raisins, fruit mixes or coated fruit; follow the storage instructions on the exact product’s packaging.
According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergen information for pre-packed products must appear on the label. The legal list includes sulphites, nuts and milk, among others. If you have a relevant allergy or intolerance, check the label on the exact variant before eating or sharing it.
The warning reported by NU.nl in November 2025 concerns EAN 8718452534326 with a best-before date of 28-07-2026. That date has passed, but don’t eat any remaining boxes from the batch described. The warning doesn’t automatically apply to all current variants or batches; contact Jumbo if you have questions about returning the product.
