Choose the pack size based on how much you’ll actually use for the Christmas party and, if applicable, afterwards; a multipack isn’t automatically the best choice. Compare the number of bags and the total quantity, and check the ingredients and allergen information for the exact product before serving.
You’re looking for enough dried fruit for the Christmas party and have a plan for any leftovers too. Compare the total quantity and the number of bags you can open individually; product information from Albert Heijn and Jumbo shows a range of pack formats.
You want to add a little sweetness to the festive table and are checking ingredients, sugars and portion sizes. Product information from Jumbo and PLUS shows why you should check the nutrition information for the exact product.
You’re choosing for a group where allergens or specific product preferences matter. Check each pack individually: organic or unsulphured doesn’t automatically mean a product is suitable for every guest with an allergy.
Start by checking the ingredients and allergen information for your guests. Then work out how much you need and whether one type of fruit, several smaller packs or bags you can open as needed will best suit your plans.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Quantity and value claims | Add up the contents of all the bags and compare the total with how much you plan to use. Check exactly what any value claim is based on. | If I use the same type of fruit after the party too, I want to buy enough without ending up with stock I won’t use. Around 29% of consumers prioritise value in relation to the quantity they actually need. |
| Party quantities and portions | Work out what you’ll serve and what you might use in recipes. Don’t automatically treat the portion size on the label as dietary advice. | If I want to serve fruit on the table and use it in recipes, I’ll plan the total quantity for both occasions and keep portions in mind. Around 23% of consumers prioritise suitable quantities and portions. |
| Allergen information | Read the ingredients and precautionary statements on the exact pack. Keep that information with the product when serving it. | If a guest needs to avoid certain allergens, I’ll check the packaging before putting anything on the table. Around 18% of consumers prioritise suitability for guests with allergen restrictions. |
| Variety of fruit | Decide in advance which types you want to offer. Check whether a mix also contains nuts. | If I want to offer different types on the Christmas table, I’d rather choose several suitable products than buy extra of just one type. Around 18% of consumers prioritise variety. |
| Storing leftovers | Check the best-before date and storage instructions. See if the pack can be resealed. | If I don’t want to open all the bags at once, I’ll look for individual or resealable packs. Around 12% of consumers prioritise managing leftovers. |
The AH 4-pack compares its value with four individual 500 g bags. That reference doesn’t automatically tell you anything about other pack sizes.
Think about how many bags and how much you actually need, and always check what the pack’s comparison is based on.
Jumbo’s product information lists 75,5 g of sugars per 100 g for its sun-dried sultanas. An organic label doesn’t make a product’s nutritional values irrelevant.
Read the ingredients and nutrition information for the exact product, and decide for yourself how much to serve.
PLUS’s product page for Smaakt Blue Thompson Organic Raisins lists possible traces of peanuts, nuts, milk and cereals containing gluten, among other things.
Check all the information on the pack you’ve chosen against your guests’ allergen restrictions.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s Storage Guide gives general advice to keep opened raisins in a kitchen cupboard for 6–9 months. That advice doesn’t automatically apply to every fruit mix or pack.
Follow the storage instructions for your product and check the best-before date before planning your party supplies.
Albert Heijn’s product information distinguishes between an individual bag of AH Sun-Dried Raisins and a 4-pack supplied as separate items.
Jumbo lists sun-dried sultanas, among other products, as well as individual packs of other types of dried fruit.
Lidl lists a dried fruit mix, a product type to consider alongside packs containing just one type of fruit.
ALDI lists Trader Joe’s raisins and a range that includes cranberries and a cranberry and raisin mix.
PLUS lists 500 g packs of Smaakt Blue Thompson Organic Raisins, described as organic and unsulphured.
Dirk’s results page lists 750 g bags of raisins and various 1 de Beste products, including sultanas, golden raisins, cranberries and pitted prunes.
These products suit a festive table, from a larger pack of fruit and nuts to smaller fruit and fruit-snack options. Check the packaging and ingredients information for each product.
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A good fit for a festive table if you’d like a combination of fruit and nuts; bear in mind the listed tree nuts.
The product name lists a 5-pack of 1.073 kg. The product information lists tree nuts; check the ingredients before serving.
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A smaller pack for adding dried loquat as a snack to your festive table.
The pack contains 200 g. The product information lists sulphites, sugar and preservatives; check the label on the exact pack.
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A good choice if you’d like to add dates with walnuts to a varied festive table.
The pack contains 208 g. The product information lists walnuts; bear this in mind when catering for guests with an allergy.
No. AH Sun-Dried Raisins, 750 g, lists a portion size of 25 g, while Jumbo lists nutrition values per 15 g for its sun-dried sultanas. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises eating no more than 20 g of dried fruit a day. Treat the portion size on the label as information about that product, not automatically as dietary advice.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s Storage Guide gives general advice to keep opened raisins in a kitchen cupboard for 6–9 months. For the Smaakt raisins listed, PLUS advises storing them in a cool, dry, dark place in a sealed container. Follow the instructions on your pack too; this general advice doesn’t automatically apply to every fruit mix.
Check the ingredients and allergen information for the exact pre-packed product. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says allergen information must appear on the label of pre-packed products; a product title or general description isn’t a substitute.
Since 1 January 2026, rules on precautionary warnings about possible cross-contamination have applied in the Netherlands. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says such a warning should be based on a risk assessment and gives examples of wording such as ‘May contain X’ and ‘Not suitable for people with an X allergy’. If a guest has an allergy, check the current label on the exact pack.
According to Business.gov.nl, label information must be in Dutch and also available online. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says allergen information must appear on the label of pre-packed products. Check the product information before choosing a product.
Contact the seller if, for example, the pack is damaged or isn’t what you bought. The Netherlands Authority for Consumers and Markets says statutory guarantees apply to products sold to consumers; what you can expect from the seller depends on the product and the problem. This isn’t a guarantee of a particular shelf life or a remedy if you’ve bought more than you use.
