Ready to take with you
Want to stock up on snacks during your weekly shop that you can take with you straight away? A multipack with individual portions, such as the 14-gram boxes listed by Jumbo, means you don’t have to weigh them out in advance.
Who is this choice relevant to?
Choosing carefully by portion and ingredients
If you want dried fruit as a small snack, check the weight per portion and the ingredients list. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends eating no more than 20 grams of dried fruit a day; remember to include any other dried fruit you eat that day in your total.
Stocking up for home and on the go
Do you eat raisins at different times and don’t mind weighing out your own portions? Large bags from retailers including ALDI and PLUS may suit you. Once opened, follow the storage advice on the pack.
What should you look for when buying?
First decide whether you want ready-made portions or would rather weigh them out yourself. Then check the ingredients, quantity and packaging of the option you choose.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who this matters most to |
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| Ready to take with you | Check whether the pack contains individual boxes or sachets, how many portions it includes and how many grams each portion weighs. | If I want to stock up on snacks during my weekly shop that I can put straight in my bag, I’d rather not have to weigh them out in advance. Around 36% of consumers prioritise convenience. |
| Ingredients and portion size | Read the ingredients list to check for added sugar or syrup, and look at the portion weight. If you have an allergy, check the information on the exact pack. | If I want to know what’s in my snack and how much I’m taking with me, I look beyond the fruit named on the pack. Around 29% of consumers prioritise ingredients and portion size. |
| Large pack | Choose a quantity that suits how you’ll use it at home and on the go. Compare the pack weights and follow the storage advice on the pack once opened. | If I use raisins at different times and can weigh out my own portions, a large bag may suit my shopping needs. Around 21% of consumers prioritise buying a quantity that suits their needs. |
| Variety and packaging | Check which option you’re buying and whether it’s a resealable large bag or individual snack portions. Also check the ingredients in the mix you choose. | If I want to switch between different types of fruit, I check the ingredients in the particular mix and portion it out myself. Around 14% of consumers prioritise variety. |
Common pitfalls
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Treating a large bag as a single portion
A large pack of, for example, 375 or 500 grams is not the same as an individually measured snack portion. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends eating no more than 20 grams of dried fruit a day.
Weigh out the amount you want to take with you, or choose a pack that clearly states the number and weight of the individual portions.
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Assuming all dried fruit products are the same
The type of fruit and the ingredients can vary from product to product. For example, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre distinguishes between fruit with no added sugar and sweetened dried fruit.
Read the ingredients list for the exact option rather than relying only on the fruit name or how the snack is presented.
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Choosing a large bag without considering how you’ll use it
A larger pack doesn’t tell you how much you’ll actually use. Choosing this option means portioning it yourself and storing the opened pack.
Think about how many snack breaks you have planned and follow the storage instructions on the pack.
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Confusing a resealable mix with individual snack portions
The 200-gram mix pack listed by ALDI is resealable, but it doesn’t contain pre-portioned servings. The range includes several options, including one with cashew nuts.
Check which option you’ve chosen and portion it yourself if you want to take the mix with you.
Supermarket brands to consider
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists products including AH Rozijnen vriendjes. Check the current pack if you want to compare portions or ingredients.
- The official product listing confirms that this product range exists.
- The shop name alone doesn’t tell you anything about the ingredients or portion size of a particular pack.
Jumbo
Jumbo’s official product listing describes Woezel & Pip Organic Sweet Raisins as 12 boxes of 14 grams each.
- The number of boxes and weight per box are clearly stated.
- The portion size is fixed; the product listing advises storing the pack in a cool, dark place.
Lidl
Lidl lists dried fruit as an option in its range.
- The product listing gives you the option of looking for dried fruit at Lidl.
- The listing applies to selected stores, so check your local range information.
ALDI
ALDI lists 500-gram packs of raisins and a resealable 200-gram pack of fruit mix.
- The pack sizes listed can help you choose between a large pack and a mix.
- The mix listing covers several options, including one with cashew nuts; check the ingredients on the exact pack.
PLUS
PLUS lists Sultana raisins in a 375-gram stand-up pouch.
- The product listing specifies the type of fruit and pack size.
- The pouch doesn’t contain pre-portioned snacks, so you’ll need to portion them yourself.
Dirk
Dirk’s search results include 750-gram packs of raisins and 375-gram packs of sultana raisins.
- The pack sizes listed offer different options for stocking up.
- These large packs are not the same as individually wrapped snacks.
Dried fruit at Joybuy
These Joybuy options are packaged dried fruit snacks to take with you. Check the ingredients and packaging for each product, especially if you’re looking for a particular option.
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Sihong grey dates with walnuts, 208 g
A ready-to-eat combination for anyone who wants to take dates with walnuts on the go.
Pack size: 208 g. Contains walnuts, so bear this in mind if you need to avoid them.
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Zohra Medjool dates (M), 908 g
A larger pack to portion out yourself for different snack breaks.
The product information states that these are pitted Medjool dates. Pack size: 908 g.
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Bestore dried loquat with bamboo salt, 200 g
A ready-to-eat fruit option; check the ingredients if you’re keeping an eye on added ingredients.
Pack size: 200 g. The product information lists white sugar, syrup, glucose powder and sulphites.
Frequently asked questions
How many mini boxes do I need for my weekly shop?
Count the snack breaks you want to take a box for. Jumbo lists Woezel & Pip Organic Sweet Raisins as a pack of 12 boxes of 14 grams each; you don’t have to finish a multipack in one week.
Do I need to finish an opened bag of raisins within a week?
Not necessarily: the Netherlands Nutrition Centre says opened raisins can be stored in a kitchen cupboard for 6 to 9 months. Also follow the storage and usage instructions on your pack.
What should I look out for if I have a food allergy?
Check the ingredients and allergen information for the exact option. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that allergens must be clearly identified in the ingredients list. A listing that covers several options doesn’t prove that every one of them is suitable for you.
Can I always return dried snacks ordered online within 14 days?
Online purchases generally come with a statutory 14-day cooling-off period after delivery, but there are exceptions. ACM ConsuWijzer lists products that spoil or become outdated quickly among them, so check the rules for the specific product and circumstances of your purchase.
Does the old Jumbo recall mean that all Jumbo raisins are unsuitable?
No. The Productwaarschuwing.nl notice from November 2025 applied specifically to Jumbo Snoeprozijntjes in a pack of 14 boxes, with barcode 8718452534326 and best-before date 28-07-2026. This warning applied to a specific batch; it wasn’t a general warning about all Jumbo raisins.