Who is this choice relevant to?

Anyone who wants to grab a quick snack

If you want to pick something from the office snack tin between meetings, individual boxes offer a ready-portioned snack. Albert Heijn and Jumbo describe options containing 14 g portions.

Anyone who wants to check portion sizes and ingredients

Portion size, the ingredients list and nutritional information can help you compare different options. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends a maximum of 20 g of dried fruit a day; this is dietary advice, not a legal limit on what you can buy.

Anyone responsible for office supplies

For a shared supply, pack size, storage instructions and clear allergen information all matter. A larger bag needs to be portioned out, while individual boxes are already packed separately.

What should you look for when buying?

What to consider What to look for Who is this important for?
Being able to grab a portion straight away Check the number of boxes and the weight of each one, not just the total weight. If I’m putting out snacks for colleagues, I want them to be able to take something without weighing it first. Around 29% of consumers put convenience first.
Portion size and sugar information Check the portion size, ingredients and nutritional information for sugars separately. If you want to decide the amount yourself, you can compare the portion size and sugar information side by side. Around 23% of consumers give these two factors the most weight.
Allergens and sulphites Check both the ‘contains’ and ‘may contain’ information for the exact product. For a shared snack tin, I want to be able to check the information on the exact pack before anyone takes some. Around 18% of consumers prioritise allergen suitability.
Stock and consumption Choose a pack size that suits how much is used, and follow the storage instructions after opening. When I’m restocking the office, I want to choose an amount that will be used in time and can be stored properly. Around 18% of consumers prioritise managing stock.
Variety of fruit See which types of fruit are in the mix and check the ingredients for that product. If you don’t want to offer the same type of fruit every time, compare the contents of different mixes. Around 12% of consumers consider variety their most important factor.

Common buying mistakes

  • Assuming a fruit mix has the same ingredients as plain raisins

    The AH Hamsterchef option with raisins and apple pieces lists sulphites. The Jumbo boxes state that they may contain nuts, milk and soya, among other allergens. Information for one option therefore doesn’t automatically apply to another.

    Check each pack individually and keep the information for the chosen product available for colleagues.

  • Reading ‘no added sugar’ as ‘sugar-free’

    PLUS states that its Sultana raisins contain 0 g of added sugars, but also 68.2 g of sugars per 100 g. Added sugars and total sugars are different figures.

    Check the ingredients list and the nutritional information for ‘of which sugars’ side by side. Don’t judge the product based only on its no-added-sugar claim.

  • Assuming a larger pack will automatically give you suitable snack portions

    You’ll need to portion out a 375, 500 or 750 g bag yourself if you want to prepare individual portions. Pack size alone doesn’t tell you how much will actually be used.

    Choose a size that suits office consumption, and keep the original product and storage information to hand when portioning it out.

  • Using a best-before date to decide that a recalled batch is safe

    NU.nl reported a recall of Jumbo Snoeprozijntjes with EAN 8718452534326 and best-before date 28-07-2026. A recall notice isn’t based on the best-before date alone.

    If there’s a warning, check the product, EAN and batch details. Don’t eat a product covered by the warning, and follow the instructions for that recall.

Brands and product ranges to consider

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn’s product information describes AH Hamsterchef snack boxes containing plain raisins, as well as an option with raisins and apple pieces.

  • The boxes of raisins contain 10 portions of 14 g. The apple option lists 70% raisins and 30% apple.
  • The apple option lists sulphur dioxide and sulphites; check the information on the exact pack.

Jumbo

Jumbo’s product page describes Snoep Rozijntjes in individual boxes.

  • The pack contains 14 boxes of 14 g.
  • The product information states that the raisins may contain almonds, cashew nuts, hazelnuts, milk, soya and walnuts, among other allergens. The historical recall for one specifically identifiable batch does not automatically apply to other batches.

Lidl

Lidl describes Belbake raisins in a 750 g pack.

  • This pack size may be suitable if you’re portioning out supplies yourself for a larger stock.
  • Lidl’s product page says ‘In store only’; check availability with the store.

Aldi

The ALDI product page describes TRADER JOE’S raisins in a 500 g pack.

  • This pack size offers an alternative to individual boxes if you want to portion the fruit out yourself.
  • The quality wording on the product page is a claim made by the seller, not an independent comparison.

PLUS

PLUS describes Sultana raisins in a 375 g stand-up pouch.

  • The ingredients list includes raisins and sunflower oil; PLUS recommends storing them in a cool, dry, dark place.
  • You’ll need to portion out the bag yourself if you want to prepare individual snacks.

Dirk

Dirk’s product page describes raisins in a 750 g pack.

  • This size may suit a supply that you portion out into smaller servings yourself.
  • For ingredients, allergens and storage, follow the information on the exact pack.

Dried fruit at Joybuy

This Joybuy selection is for anyone looking for dried dates for a shared supply who can portion them out themselves.

Zohra Medjool Dates (M), 908 g

Zohra Medjool Dates (M), 908 g

At 908 g, this pack may be suitable for several snack breaks; you’ll need to portion it out yourself.

The product information lists pitted dates and black dates as ingredients.

After opening, keep tightly sealed and store in a cool, dry place.

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Frequently asked questions

Does ‘no added sugar’ mean dried fruit contains no sugar?

No. PLUS Sultana raisins list 0 g of added sugars and 68.2 g of sugars per 100 g. Check the ingredients and the nutritional information for sugars as separate details.

Should I choose individual boxes or a larger bag for the office snack tin?

Individual boxes are a good choice if colleagues need to grab a separate portion straight away; the AH and Jumbo options described here contain 14 g portions. A larger bag, such as the 375 g PLUS stand-up pouch, is a good fit if you want to portion it out yourself and can store the opened pack as directed.

How do I check for allergens in a mix or box of dried fruit?

Check the information on the exact pack, including ‘contains’ and ‘may contain’ statements. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that allergen information for pre-packed products must appear on the label; a particular fruit option won’t necessarily be suitable for everyone.

Does the Jumbo Snoeprozijntjes recall apply to all the boxes?

Historical reporting by NU.nl refers to EAN 8718452534326 and best-before date 28-07-2026. The warning applies to that identifiable batch and doesn’t mean that all other batches are unsafe. If you still have that batch, don’t eat the product and follow the recall instructions.

What does a best-before date mean for dried fruit?

A best-before date relates to quality while the pack is unopened; once opened, follow the storage instructions on the packaging. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says products may be sold after their best-before date at the seller’s discretion. This differs from a use-by date, after which the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says a product must not be sold.