Who is this suitable for?

Ready-to-hand-out treats

You want to give birthday guests individual portions without weighing them out yourself. Albert Heijn and Jumbo list the number of boxes and the weight per portion on their raisin packs.

For the birthday party and lunchbox

You’d like to take any unopened boxes with you later, so you’re checking portion size, ingredients and storage instructions. Albert Heijn provides this information for its Hamsterchef varieties on the product page.

For portioning yourself

You’d rather buy a larger pack and weigh out the portions yourself, which means a little extra preparation. PLUS lists Sultana raisins in a 375 g pack, ALDI raisins in a 500 g pack and Dirk raisins in a 750 g pack.

What should you look for when choosing?

The right pack depends mainly on how many individual portions you need, what your guests can eat and whether you’ll use any leftovers later.

The considerations below apply to dried fruit for birthday treats and, potentially, later use in lunchboxes.

What to consider What to look for Who is this most important for?
Number of portions Count the individual boxes and check the weight of each one. Albert Heijn lists 10 portions of 14 g; Jumbo lists 14 portions of 14 g. If I want to hand out treats without weighing them first, I need enough individual portions for my guests. Around 33% of consumers prioritise convenience when handing out treats.
Portion and ingredients Check the ingredients and nutritional information for each variety. Compare total sugars with added sugars: Albert Heijn lists 65 g of total sugars and 0 g of added sugars per 100 g for AH Hamsterchef Rozijnen. For treats that might later go into a lunchbox, I want to be able to assess the portion size and ingredients. Around 27% of consumers prioritise portion size and ingredients.
Suitable for your guests Check the ingredients and warnings about possible traces on each product. AH fruit varieties list sulphites; Jumbo warns that the product may contain, among other things, nuts, milk and soya. If a guest needs to avoid certain ingredients, I want to check the pack for each variety rather than assume it’s suitable based on the type of fruit. Around 20% of consumers prioritise suitability for their guests.
Quantity and using leftovers Work out how many packs you need based on your guest list, and decide what you’ll do with any leftovers. Follow the storage instructions on the pack. I want to have enough ready for the party and be able to use any leftover portions later. Around 20% of consumers prioritise quantity and making use of leftovers.

Common mistakes

  • Mistaking a large bag for a multipack

    A pack of, for example, 375 g or 750 g doesn’t tell you how many individual portions you can hand out.

    Check the number of boxes and the weight per portion. Consider a larger bag if you’re happy to portion it yourself.

    Weighing out portions takes preparation and may mean using your own portion pots.

  • Assuming all fruit varieties are the same

    The AH varieties with apple or apricot list sulphites. The Jumbo boxes carry a warning that they may contain, among other things, nuts, milk and soya.

    Read the ingredients and allergen information for the variety you choose, and check with guests who need to avoid specific ingredients.

  • Assuming a whole box is right for every child

    A fixed portion on the pack isn’t individual dietary advice. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends giving young children small amounts of dried fruit at a time and warns about the risk of choking.

    Adjust the amount to suit the child, offer a little at a time and supervise young children while they eat.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

AH Hamsterchef offers plain raisins and apple or apricot varieties in individual portions.

  • Albert Heijn lists 10 portions of 14 g per pack for the varieties mentioned.
  • The apple and apricot varieties list sulphur dioxide/sulphites; check the ingredients for each variety.

Jumbo

Jumbo Snoep Rozijntjes Doosjes is a pack of individual raisin portions.

  • Jumbo lists 14 boxes of 14 g each.
  • The product information warns that it may contain, among other things, almonds, cashews, hazelnuts, milk, soya and walnuts.

Lidl

Belbake Rozijnen is a Lidl product listing in the raisins category.

  • The product name makes it a straightforward option if you’re looking for plain raisins.

ALDI

ALDI lists Trader Joe’s raisins in a 500 g pack, suitable if you plan to portion them yourself.

  • The net weight is listed as 500 g.
  • The larger pack doesn’t contain individual portions, so you’ll need to weigh them out yourself.

PLUS

PLUS Sultana rozijnen is a larger pack for anyone who wants to make up their own portions.

  • PLUS lists a pack size of 375 g, with raisins and sunflower oil as ingredients.
  • The product information warns that, despite checks, stalks and stones may still be present.

Dirk

Dirk lists raisins in a 750 g pack in its baking products category.

  • The listed pack size offers a larger option to weigh out yourself.

Products at Joybuy

Joybuy picks for anyone looking for raisins in individual portions to hand out.

De Kleine Keuken Organic raisins 12M+ 140 g

De Kleine Keuken Organic raisins 12M+ 140 g

A good fit if you want to hand out raisins in individual portions; check the number of boxes and the weight per portion before buying.

The product name lists a net weight of 140 g and the 12M+ variety.

The product information says the raisins are intended for children over 12 months old. Supervise children while they eat; the product isn’t suitable for children with swallowing difficulties.

View at Joybuy

Frequently asked questions

How many packs do you need for twenty guests?

If you’re planning one box per guest, you’ll need two packs of either AH Hamsterchef Rozijnen or Jumbo Snoep Rozijntjes Doosjes. Albert Heijn lists 10 boxes per pack and Jumbo lists 14, giving you 20 or 28 boxes respectively. With Jumbo, you’ll have 8 boxes left over. This is a calculation, not a recommended portion size.

Can you give raisins to a child around their first birthday?

The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that around a child’s first birthday, when they start eating meals with the family, you can occasionally offer a snack such as raisins. Give a small amount at a time and stay with them, as children can choke on raisins. A whole snack box isn’t automatically the right amount for every child.

Does ‘no added sugar’ mean raisins are sugar-free?

No. Albert Heijn lists 0 g of added sugars and 65 g of total sugars per 100 g for AH Hamsterchef Rozijnen. These are different figures, so check them separately in the nutritional information.

Can you take unopened boxes in a lunchbox later?

Yes, as long as you follow the storage instructions and best-before information on the pack you’ve chosen. Albert Heijn says to store AH Hamsterchef Rozijnen in a cool, dark and dry place. The best-before date indicates minimum durability; also check the condition of the pack and how it has been stored.

Why should you check for sulphites in fruit varieties?

The AH Hamsterchef boxes with apple or apricot list sulphur dioxide/sulphites in the ingredients. Stichting Voedselallergie explains that sulphites can cause an intolerance reaction in sensitive people. Check these varieties individually if a guest needs to avoid sulphites.

Does the recall apply to all Jumbo snack boxes?

No. The historical notice published by Productwaarschuwing.nl in November 2025 relates to Jumbo Snoeprozijntjes in a pack of 14 boxes with barcode 8718452534326 and a best-before date of 28-07-2026. Don’t use that batch if you still have it; the notice isn’t a reason to reject all other batches.