Which pack is right for you?

For quick packers

Don’t want to weigh anything out while getting your lunch ready? Individual boxes are a handy option to take with you. Jumbo lists a multipack containing 14 boxes, each weighing 14 grams.

For portion- and ingredient-conscious shoppers

Want to take a small amount with you and keep an eye on added sugar? Compare the weight with the Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s guidance and check the ingredients list.

For preparing portions in advance

Don’t mind weighing it out at home? A larger pack, such as the 500-gram pack of raisins listed by ALDI or PLUS’s 375-gram stand-up pouch, gives you the option to prepare your own portions.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether you want ready-portioned snacks or would rather weigh them out yourself. Then check the quantity, ingredients and allergen information for the specific product.

What to consider What to look for Who is this most important for?
A snack without weighing it out Check how many individual packs there are and the weight of each box or bag. If I want to add a separate snack quickly while packing my lunch, I’d rather choose a pre-portioned box. Around 33% of consumers mainly look for convenience.
A small portion and ingredients Check the net weight and ingredients list. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends a maximum of 20 grams of dried fruit a day; dried fruit with added sugar is not included in the Wheel of Five. If I want to take a small amount with me and pay attention to the ingredients, I check both the ingredients and the portion size. Around 33% of consumers put portion size and ingredients first.
Preparing your own portions Check the pack weight and whether you can weigh out the contents in advance and take them separately. A resealable pack doesn’t measure out a portion for you. If I have time at home to divide a larger pack across my working days, I can decide how much to take. Around 25% of consumers prioritise preparing their own portions.
Food sensitivities Check the allergen information for the exact product, including any nuts or sulphites. If I have a relevant food sensitivity, I check the label on the specific pack before choosing. This is a deciding factor for around 9% of consumers.

Common buying mistakes

  • Assuming a large or resealable bag is a measured portion

    Pack sizes of 200, 375 and 500 grams are larger than the daily recommendation of up to 20 grams of dried fruit. A resealable pack doesn’t determine how much you eat.

    Check the net weight and weigh out a small amount in advance if you want to follow the guidance. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s recommendation is not a legal limit on pack size.

  • Assuming products pictured with fruit are all the same

    A product with added sugar on the ingredients list and a variety containing nuts need to be assessed differently from a pack containing only dried fruit. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre does not include dried fruit with added sugar in the Wheel of Five.

    Check the ingredients and the exact product. Don’t compare a mix based only on its product name or picture.

  • Judging a warning by the brand name alone

    Dutch reports on the Jumbo recall of 14 November 2025 refer to a specific combination: EAN 8718452534326 and best-before date 28-07-2026. The warning does not automatically apply to other products or batches.

    Compare the EAN and best-before date with the pack. Do not eat the affected batch, and don’t apply this historical warning to other batches without evidence.

Brands and pack sizes to compare

Albert Heijn

AH Rozijnen vriendjes is listed as a product name in Albert Heijn’s range.

  • You can find the product under the name AH Rozijnen vriendjes.
  • Check the portion size and ingredients on the pack you choose.

Jumbo

Jumbo describes Snoep Rozijntjes as a pack containing 14 boxes, each weighing 14 grams.

  • The boxes are individually packed, with a stated weight of 14 grams each.
  • A historical recall affected only EAN 8718452534326 with best-before date 28-07-2026. Check both details on the pack.

Lidl

Lidl Netherlands lists Belbake Rozijnen in its dried fruit category.

  • The product name gives you a specific option to compare with other packs of raisins.
  • Check the pack itself for the size and ingredients that matter for your lunch.

ALDI

ALDI lists 500-gram packs of Trader Joe's raisins, as well as a separate product range with 200-gram packs.

  • The 500-gram pack is an example of a larger quantity that you can portion out yourself.
  • The 200-gram product range includes various options, including cashews and cranberries, so check which one you’re choosing.

PLUS

PLUS lists Sultana raisins in a 375-gram stand-up pouch.

  • The stated weight can help when comparing larger packs to portion out yourself.
  • The term ‘stand-up pouch’ doesn’t in itself mean the pack is resealable.

Dirk

Dirk lists 1 de Beste Blanke rozijnen in a 375-gram pack.

  • The pack weight is a useful starting point if you want to portion it out yourself.
  • Any description of the flavour comes from Dirk and is not an independent taste assessment.

Dried fruit at Joybuy

This selection of Joybuy products is suited to anyone looking for dried fruit to pack for lunch and weigh out into their own portion.

Medjool Dates (M) Zohra 908g

Medjool Dates (M) Zohra 908g

The 908g pack is a good choice if you want to weigh out some dried fruit and take it with you separately.

The product information describes the dates as pitted.

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Frequently asked questions

Is one snack bag automatically a suitable daily portion?

No. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends a maximum of 20 grams of dried fruit a day. Compare this with the pack weight and include any other dried fruit you eat that day. This is nutritional guidance, not a legal limit on bag size.

How should you store dried fruit for the office?

Follow the storage instructions on the pack of the product you buy. For Whitworths Jumbo Rozijntje Uitdeel 40g, Jumbo advises storing it in a cool, dry place; the best-before date is on the pack. This product-specific guidance is not a standard shelf life after opening for all types of dried fruit.

Do ‘no added sugar’ and ‘sugar-free’ mean the same thing?

No. ‘No added sugar’ doesn’t automatically mean that a product is sugar-free. Check the ingredients list and nutrition information. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that dried fruit with added sugar is not included in the Wheel of Five.

What allergen information should you check on pre-packed dried fruit?

Check the label for the exact product. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergen information for pre-packed products must be shown on the label. The allergens listed include sulphites and nuts, among others. This doesn’t mean every pack contains these ingredients.

What should you do with Jumbo Snoeprozijntjes covered by the historical recall?

Dutch reports dated 14 November 2025 identify EAN 8718452534326 with best-before date 28-07-2026. At the time, Jumbo advised customers not to eat that specific batch. The warning applies to that batch only and does not automatically cover other packs or batches.