Don’t automatically count dried fruit as your main source of protein: the Voedingscentrum lists 0.4 g of protein for one 9 g dried apricot. If you also want a source of protein while gaming, think of dried fruit as an accompaniment to something like unsalted nuts or dairy. Advice on recovery after exercise is only relevant if you’ve actually done physical exercise.
You’re looking for something to eat while gaming and also want to think about protein after physical training. The Vereniging Sportvoedingsexperts Nederland discusses recovery in the context of exercise; this is not evidence of improved gaming performance.
You’d rather measure out a portion than keep eating from a large pack while gaming. The Voedingscentrum recommends a maximum of 20 g of dried fruit a day; this is dietary advice, not a legal purchasing limit.
You check the ingredients and allergen information, including when combining fruit with another source of protein. The NVWA’s information on allergen warnings is relevant where there may be a risk of cross-contamination.
When choosing a gaming snack with dried fruit, you may want to consider your protein goal, portion size, ingredients and how you’ll use the pack.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who might find this more important? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein in your snack portion | Compare the nutritional information for the exact product with the amount you’ll actually eat. Assess any additional source of protein separately from the fruit. | If I’ve also exercised after gaming, I want to know how much protein my portion provides and whether fruit on its own is suitable; around 36% of consumers prioritise protein in their snack. |
| Portion size and ingredients | Check the net weight and ingredients list, and decide in advance how much you want to eat. Check separately whether sugar has been added. | If I want to portion out a sweet snack, it helps to set some aside beforehand rather than eat straight from the pack; around 29% of consumers focus most on portion control. |
| Allergens in the combination | Check the current ingredients and warnings on the fruit and on every addition, such as nuts or dairy. | If I need to take a food allergy into account, I want to be able to assess the ingredients in every part of the snack; around 21% of consumers prioritise ingredients and allergens. |
| Packaging and storage | Choose a net weight that suits how much you use, and follow the storage advice for the exact product, especially after opening. | If I don’t use the fruit often, I want to choose a pack that suits my usage and store it properly; around 14% of consumers prioritise usage and storage. |
The Voedingscentrum lists 0.4 g of protein for a generic 9 g dried apricot. This figure doesn’t necessarily apply to a specific supermarket product, and on its own it won’t tell you whether the snack suits your protein goal.
Check the nutrition table on the exact pack and calculate the amount for the portion you’ll actually eat. Assess any separate source of protein on its own.
The net weight of a pack isn’t the same as a serving. The Voedingscentrum recommends a maximum of 20 g of dried fruit a day.
Measure out a portion beforehand and follow the storage advice on the pack for the rest.
If you add nuts or dairy, the ingredients and allergens in those products matter too. For someone with a food allergy, a warning about possible cross-contamination may be an important consideration.
Check the current ingredients list and allergen information for every part of the snack.
The examples below refer to specific products from these supermarket brands. On their own, they don’t tell you anything about the protein content or quality of the full range.
Stocks AH Soaked Dried Apricots.
Offers Jumbo Pitted Dried Apricots in a 250 g pack.
Presents Alesto as a range of dried fruit and nuts.
Offers Trader Joe’s Sun-dried Apricots in a 250 g pack.
Stocks PLUS Dried Apricots in a 375 g stand-up pouch.
Sells 1 de Beste Apricots in a 375 g pack.
No. The recovery advice from the Vereniging Sportvoedingsexperts Nederland referred to here relates to physical exercise and intense exertion. It doesn’t support the idea that gaming itself creates a special need for protein or offers a performance benefit from eating it.
Use the nutrition table on the exact pack and take account of how much you eat. The Voedingscentrum lists 0.4 g of protein for one generic 9 g dried apricot; this isn’t the nutritional value for every supermarket product.
The Voedingscentrum recommends a maximum of 20 g of dried fruit a day. This is dietary advice, not a legal purchasing limit, so a large pack isn’t the same as a daily portion.
The warning indicates possible cross-contamination with the allergen named. The NVWA states that rules for allergen warnings have applied since 1 January 2026, including using them on the basis of risk analysis and reference values. If you have an allergy, a warning for the relevant allergen is important when making your choice.
The Voedingscentrum’s general storage guide gives a cupboard life of 6–9 months for dried apricots. Follow the storage advice on the exact pack; this general guidance doesn’t necessarily apply to soaked apricots or a snack containing something like dairy.
