Who are these packs for?

People packing a gym bag

You want to take a snack with you without weighing it out at home. Albert Heijn and Jumbo list 14-gram portions for the boxes reviewed. Follow the storage instructions on the packaging.

People sharing snacks or filling lunchboxes

You need several individual snacks and want to know how many boxes come in a pack. Albert Heijn lists 10 portions for the Hamsterchef varieties reviewed; Jumbo lists 14 portions for Snoep Rozijntjes. Check the flavour and allergen information for each variety too.

People who portion snacks themselves

You want to decide how much dried fruit to take with you, so you’re considering a larger bag. PLUS lists a 375-gram stand-up pouch, ALDI raisins in a 500-gram pack and Dirk raisins in a 750-gram pack. These packs are not confirmed multipacks of individual snack boxes.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether you want ready-portioned snacks or would rather weigh them out yourself. Then compare the number of portions, ingredients and storage instructions.

What to consider What should you check? Which shoppers is this for?
Taking along and storage Check the number of boxes, the weight per portion and the storage instructions. I want to take a snack with me without weighing it out at home, and store the pack appropriately; around 36% of shoppers prioritise convenience when taking snacks along.
Sharing and flavour variety Compare the number of individual portions and read the ingredients for each variety. I need several individual snacks for lunchboxes or sharing, and want to choose the flavour; around 29% of shoppers prioritise sharing or flavour variety.
Portion size and ingredients Check the weight per portion and the ingredients and allergen information for the exact variety. I want to choose the portion size or ingredients carefully, for example because I need to avoid a particular ingredient; around 21% of shoppers prioritise portion size or ingredients.
Portioning it yourself Compare the pack weight and consider whether weighing it out and sealing it securely fit your routine. I’d rather take a larger bag and decide how much to have each time; around 14% of shoppers prioritise portioning it themselves.

Common pitfalls

  • Confusing ‘no added sugar’ with ‘sugar-free’

    Albert Heijn lists 0 grams of added sugars for Hamsterchef Raisins, but also 65 grams of total sugars per 100 grams. These figures describe different things.

    Check both figures and the weight per portion. Don’t take ‘no added sugar’ to mean that the product is sugar-free.

  • Assuming that flavoured varieties contain the same allergens

    The AH apple and apricot mixes reviewed list sulphites. Jumbo warns that Snoep Rozijntjes may contain nuts, milk and soya.

    Check the ingredients and allergen information for each exact variety, especially if the person receiving the snack has an allergy or intolerance.

  • Confusing total weight with the number of snack occasions

    A larger bag is not the same as a set of pre-portioned snacks. Weighing portions yourself takes preparation and extra packing.

    Compare the number of individual portions and the weight per portion. Only choose to portion it yourself if weighing it out and sealing the rest securely fit your routine.

    An opened bag needs to be stored securely sealed, so you’ll need a suitable place for it at home and extra care when packing it.

  • Overlooking a historical batch warning or applying it to the whole brand

    On 14 November 2025, NU.nl reported a warning about Jumbo Snoeprozijntjes with barcode 8718452534326 and a best-before date of 28-07-2026. The warning applied to that specific batch, not all Jumbo raisins.

    Do not eat the batch mentioned. Don’t use the historical warning as evidence that other batches or current products have the same issue.

Relevant brands and pack sizes

Albert Heijn

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

  • For the varieties reviewed, Albert Heijn lists 10 portions of 14 grams.
  • The apple and apricot mixes reviewed list sulphites; check the exact ingredients list.

Jumbo

Jumbo Snoep Rozijntjes Doosjes is a variety with individual portions.

  • Jumbo lists 14 portions of 14 grams and provides nutritional values per portion.
  • The product information warns that it may contain nuts, milk and soya; check the pack label.

Lidl

Lidl Netherlands lists Snoeprozijntjes in a small pack for occasional use on the go.

  • The listed pack contains 2 × 14 grams.
  • The product page says it is sold in store, so don’t treat this size as a confirmed online purchase option.

PLUS

PLUS lists both a Sundrop sharing pack and a larger bag of raisins.

  • PLUS product information lists Sundrop Snoeprozijnen in a 252-gram pack and Sultana raisins in a 375-gram stand-up pouch.
  • A stand-up pouch is an option for portioning it yourself, not the same pack format as individual boxes.

ALDI

ALDI lists Trader Joe’s raisins as a larger stock-up pack.

  • The Dutch product information lists a 500-gram pack.
  • This is not a confirmed multipack of individual snack boxes.

Dirk

Dirk lists raisins in a larger pack, an option for anyone who wants to portion them themselves.

  • The product information lists a 750-gram pack.
  • The pack is not confirmed as a multipack of individual portions.

Joybuy products for taking along and sharing

These Joybuy products offer dried fruit to take along or share, from a larger pack of dates to a pack of raisins.

Zohra Medjool dates, size M, 908g

Zohra Medjool Dates (M) 908g

A larger pack to consider if you want to share dried fruit or choose your own portion sizes.

The product name specifies Medjool dates, size M and 908g.

Store in a cool, dry place and seal the pack securely after opening.

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De Kleine Keuken Organic Raisins 12M+ 140g

De Kleine Keuken Organic Raisins 12M+ 140g

Raisins to consider if you’re looking for a dried-fruit snack to take with you. If pre-portioned snacks are important, check how many boxes are in the pack.

The product name specifies Organic Raisins, 12M+ and 140g.

De Kleine Keuken says the product is suitable from 12 months. Supervise children while they eat; not suitable for children with swallowing difficulties.

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Frequently asked questions

How many boxes of raisins fit within the general advice for dried fruit?

The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises eating no more than 20 grams of dried fruit a day. One 14-gram box is below that amount; two boxes add up to 28 grams. This is general dietary advice, not a legal limit or personalised sports nutrition advice.

How should I compare packs if I need several snacks?

Look at the number of individual boxes and the weight of each one, not just the total weight. For the Hamsterchef varieties reviewed, Albert Heijn lists 10 portions of 14 grams; Jumbo lists 14 portions of 14 grams for Snoep Rozijntjes.

Which allergen information should I check on the label?

Check the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack. The NVWA explains that allergens required by law must be listed in the ingredients list. The AH apple and apricot mixes reviewed list sulphites; Jumbo warns that the product may contain nuts, milk and soya.

Can I keep dried fruit in my gym bag all the time?

Use your gym bag to take the snack with you, but follow the storage instructions on the product packaging. Jumbo recommends storing its product in a cool, dry and dark place. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre also recommends storing dried fruit mix in a well-sealed container.

Is a box of raisins automatically a complete post-strength-training recovery snack?

No. A box of dried fruit is not automatically a complete recovery meal. Jumbo lists 0.3 grams of protein per 14-gram box. The Netherlands Association of Sports Nutrition Experts emphasises that sports nutrition should be based on a good overall diet.