Quick lunchbox fillers
If you want to grab a portion without weighing it first, check how many individual boxes there are and how much each one weighs. Jumbo lists 14 boxes of 14 g each.
Which pack is right for you?
Sharing lunch supplies
If you’re filling several lunchboxes or sharing portions, the number of individual portions determines how many times you can take some with you. So look beyond the total weight.
Planning to portion it yourself
If you want to decide how much to take for lunch, a larger bag may be a suitable option. PLUS lists a 375 g stand-up pouch, while ALDI offers a 500 g pack of raisins; with both formats, you’ll need to portion the contents yourself.
What should you consider when choosing?
First, decide between ready-portioned snacks and portioning them yourself. Then compare the number of portions, ingredients and quantity in line with your lunch routine.
Individual portions
Best if: you want to put a box straight into a lunchbox or hand out portions.
Bear in mind: the portion weight is fixed, and you’ll be left with several small packs.
Larger bag
Best if: you want to choose the portion size yourself and can portion it in advance.
Bear in mind: weighing and packing are extra steps; a larger pack does not automatically mean a lower price per kilogram.
For shoppers taking dried fruit with them for lunch on the go:
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important for? |
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| A portion with no preparation | Check whether the pack contains individual portions and how many grams each portion weighs. | If I want to put something in a lunchbox on a busy morning without weighing it first, I look for a ready-to-go box. Around 36% of shoppers prioritise being able to take a portion straight away, with no preparation. |
| Portions for several lunchboxes | Count the people and lunch days, then compare this with the actual number of boxes. | If I’m filling several lunchboxes, I want to know in advance how many individual portions the pack provides. Around 29% of shoppers focus on having enough portions to share. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Check the ingredients, nutritional values per portion and any warnings about possible allergens on the exact pack. | If I’m keeping an eye on ingredients or need to avoid certain allergens, I check the label of the variant I’ve chosen. Around 21% of shoppers prioritise nutritional and ingredient choices. |
| Portioning it yourself and comparing costs | Compare the same type of product per kilogram, and factor in the time needed to weigh and pack it yourself. | If I want to choose the quantity myself, I weigh up the extra preparation against buying a larger pack. Around 14% of shoppers prioritise comparing costs and portioning products themselves. |
Common mistakes when choosing
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Mistaking a larger bag for a multipack
A 375 g bag of raisins and a pack of individual boxes require different preparation. A larger bag doesn’t automatically give you individual lunch portions.
If you want something ready to take with you, check the number of boxes and the weight per portion. Choose a larger bag if weighing and packing it yourself fits your routine.
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Assuming more boxes means a more suitable portion
The number of boxes tells you how many individual snacks you can take with you; the weight per box tells you how much fruit you’ll have each time.
Check both figures and plan according to the number of people and lunch days. A 14 g portion is not universal personal nutrition advice.
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Overlooking allergen information
The Jumbo product may contain almonds, cashews, hazelnuts, milk, soya and walnuts.
If allergens are relevant to you, read the ingredients list and warnings on the exact product pack.
Brands and product ranges for reference
These examples show what packaging information is available for the product ranges mentioned. The product range or brand name alone says nothing about taste, quality or current availability.
Albert Heijn
The Raisin Friends product page describes individual boxes.
- The page says the product has been discontinued. It is therefore not currently available to buy.
Jumbo
Snoep Rozijntjes Doosjes is a multipack of individual portions.
- The product page lists 14 boxes of 14 g each, with raisins and sunflower oil as ingredients.
- The product may contain almonds, cashews, hazelnuts, milk, soya and walnuts. Check the packaging if you have a relevant allergy.
Lidl
The Belbake Raisins product range is listed.
- The product range listing does not confirm that it is a multipack or contains individual portions.
ALDI
The Dutch product page lists Trader Joe's raisins in a 500 g pack.
- The confirmed pack size may suit you as a larger pack if you want to make up your own portions.
- The pack is not evidence of individually wrapped lunch portions.
PLUS
PLUS Sultana raisins are available in a 375 g stand-up pouch.
- The product page lists raisins and sunflower oil as ingredients, and advises storing the product in a cool, dry, dark place.
- This is a larger bag, not a multipack of individual portions.
Dirk
The range overview includes 375 g sultanas, as well as dried apricots and prunes.
- The listed larger pack sizes do not confirm that the products come in individual lunch portions.
Joybuy products for this topic
Joybuy product picks for taking dried fruit with you, sharing it or portioning it yourself.
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Zohra Medjool dates (M), 908 g
The 908 g pack may suit you if you want to portion the dates yourself or share them; decide how much to take in each lunchbox.
Frequently asked questions
How many lunch days will 14 boxes cover?
If each person takes one box per lunch day, the multipack provides 14 person-lunch days. Two people each taking one box on five days will use 10 boxes, leaving 4. This is a calculation example, not a recommendation to eat a box every day.
Is a 14 g box a complete lunch?
No. 14 g is the product’s portion weight; it doesn’t mean that it makes up a complete lunch. You could use it as a fruit component or extra snack, and consider the rest of your lunch separately.
Does ‘no added sugars’ also mean sugar-free?
No. PLUS lists 0 g of added sugars and 68.2 g of sugars per 100 g. For the Jumbo box, the product page lists 9.7 g of sugars per 14 g portion.
How should you store the boxes or a larger bag?
The storage advice for both the Jumbo boxes and the PLUS stand-up pouch is to keep them in a cool, dry, dark place. Also check the best-before information on the packaging; don’t assume the product can withstand every temperature or a damp lunchbox environment.
Which allergen information should I check?
Read the ingredients list and any warnings about possible allergen presence on the exact pack. The NVWA explains that allergens must be listed in the ingredients; the Jumbo product may also contain almonds, cashews, hazelnuts, milk, soya and walnuts.
How do you compare the cost of individual boxes and a larger bag?
First compare the price per kilogram for the same type of product with the same ingredients. Then calculate the cost for the portion size you choose, taking the time needed to weigh and pack it into account. PLUS notes that prices may vary locally and at delivery.