Households that regularly stock up
You use dried fruit at breakfast, in baking or as a snack to share, and want an amount that suits your needs. A large bag or several individual bags could work well.
Who is this buying guide for?
Holidaymakers who want to hand out portions straight away
You want to be able to hand out a portion while you’re on the go, without having to fill containers or weigh it out yourself. On 13 October 2026, Albert Heijn listed Hamsterchef boxes with ten 14 g portions.
Shoppers comparing ingredients and portions
You check the ingredients, nutritional values and allergen information on the pack of the variant you’re buying. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) explains how allergens are listed on food labels.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, work out how much you expect to use and whether you want to portion it yourself. Then check the packaging, ingredients and storage instructions.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Quantity and supplies | Compare the net weight of the same type of fruit and think about how much you realistically expect to use. | If I’m taking supplies for several days of my holiday, I want to match the amount to how much we’ll use; around 36% of consumers prioritise having the right amount in stock. |
| Handing out portions straight away | Check the number of packs, the weight per portion and the total net weight. | If I want to hand out snacks straight away while I’m on the go, I don’t want to have to weigh out portions first; around 27% of consumers prioritise convenience when sharing. |
| Ingredients and portions | Read the ingredients list and nutrition table for the specific variant. Check the allergen information if you need to. | If I’m carefully comparing ingredients and portions, I want to know exactly what’s in my pack; around 19% of consumers prioritise ingredients and portion choice. |
| Storage after opening | Follow the storage instructions on the pack and think about where you can keep the opened supplies while travelling. | If I’m taking a pack with me and opening it later, I want to know in advance how to store its contents properly; around 18% of consumers prioritise ease of storage. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a multipack is one pack
According to Albert Heijn, the AH raisin multipack reviewed consists of two separate 500 g items, not one bag. Think ahead about whether separate packs suit your trip and storage space.
Check how the contents are divided and whether you want to take or store the individual items separately.
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Assuming a small sharing box is enough for your whole trip
On 13 October 2026, Albert Heijn listed ten 14 g boxes, totalling 140 g. So the number of boxes alone doesn’t tell you how much you’re taking with you.
Match the total net weight to how much you expect to use and how many times you want to hand out a portion.
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Assuming a long shelf life means you can store it anywhere
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing raisins in a cool, dry, dark place in a tightly sealed container. A hot car or tent isn’t necessarily a suitable place to store them.
Plan where you’ll keep an opened pack and follow the advice on your product’s label.
Supermarket brands for reference
Albert Heijn
Examples of raisin packs and pre-portioned snacks.
- On 13 October 2026, Albert Heijn listed a 750 g bag, a 2-pack with two separate 500 g bags, and Hamsterchef boxes containing 10 × 14 g.
- The 2-pack is supplied as separate items, so check whether that format suits how you want to take and store your supplies.
Jumbo
The range includes raisins and other types of dried fruit.
- The product information for Jumbo Sun-Dried Sultana Raisins, 500 g, lists raisins and cottonseed oil as ingredients.
- Ingredients and nutritional values vary by product. Don’t compare different types of fruit as if they were the same product.
Lidl
Alesto includes dried fruit such as mango strips.
- Mango strips offer a different type of fruit from raisins if you want to mix things up on holiday.
- Check the net weight, ingredients and storage instructions for the specific variant you choose.
Aldi
The dried fruit products reviewed list Trader Joe’s as the product brand.
- On 13 October 2026, ALDI Nederland listed 500 g of raisins and 250 g of sun-dried apricots.
- Raisins and apricots are different products, so check the ingredients and label on each pack.
Plus
A PLUS Sultana raisin variant reviewed is sold in a 375 g stand-up pouch.
- The product information lists the ingredients and storage instructions for this variant.
- A stand-up pouch isn’t necessarily resealable. PLUS also warns that, despite checks, small sticks and stones may be present.
Dirk
A larger bag of raisins is an option if you want to take supplies with you.
- On 13 October 2026, Dirk’s product information listed a 750 g pack of raisins.
- Choose an amount based on how much you expect to use, and check the product information on the pack you buy.
Joybuy products
This option suits holidaymakers looking for a shareable mix that includes dried fruit; it isn’t a pack containing only dried fruit.
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Mixed nuts and dried fruit to share, 5-pack, 1.073 kg
A good choice if you want to share a mixed snack selection while travelling; the product information describes five snacks, including raisins, plums and dates.
The total quantity is 1.073 kg. The product contains tree nuts, so check the label if you have a nut allergy.
The product information lists aspartame in the plums and advises keeping the pack refrigerated after opening and consuming its contents within one day.
Frequently asked questions
How do I work out how much dried fruit to take?
Choose an amount based on the number of people, the length of your holiday and how you plan to use the product. Then check the net weight and number of portions. The portion size shown on a pack is product information, not a personal recommendation.
How should I store raisins while on holiday?
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing raisins in a cool, dry, dark place in a tightly sealed container. Its Storage Guide gives a shelf life of 6–9 months in a kitchen cupboard for opened raisins; that doesn’t guarantee they’ll keep in a hot car or tent. Follow the storage instructions on your pack too.
Does a multipack always contain one large bag?
No. On 13 October 2026, Albert Heijn stated that the 2-pack of raisins reviewed consists of two separate 500 g items. Check the pack sizes if you want to spread your supplies across different occasions.
If the ingredients list only fruit and oil, does that mean raisins contain no sugars?
No. Jumbo’s product information listed 75.5 g of sugars per 100 g for its 500 g Sun-Dried Sultana Raisins, while the ingredients list included raisins and cottonseed oil. Jumbo published these product details on its Dutch product page; ingredients and nutritional values provide different information.
Where can I check for allergens on a pack of dried fruit?
Check the ingredients list and allergen information on the specific pack. The NVWA states that, where applicable, the 14 allergens specified by law must appear in the ingredients list and be clearly distinguished from the other ingredients.