For a modest snack with your coffee while you’re out and about, you can check the fat content, portion size and packaging; you don’t automatically need a separate ‘reduced fat’ version. The tables reviewed for Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS list 0.4–0.5 g of fat per 100 g. The European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g for the ‘low fat’ claim on solid foods. That doesn’t, by itself, show that a product is ‘reduced fat’ compared with another product.
You want a low-fat snack with your coffee, so you check the nutrition table without assuming that a low fat content automatically means ‘reduced fat’. For solid foods, the European Commission distinguishes between the ‘low fat’ claim and a comparative claim.
You’re looking for a modest portion of dried fruit and consider sugar and energy content as well as fat. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends a maximum of 20 g of dried fruit per day; this is dietary advice, not a legally defined portion size.
You don’t want to weigh out a portion every morning, so you look for small individual packs. The Jumbo boxes contain 14 g each; with larger bags, you decide on the portion yourself.
Consider the fat content alongside the portion size, how easy it is to take with you and the ingredients. That way, one figure on the label won’t determine your whole choice.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who might find this important? |
|---|---|---|
| Fat content and claims | Check the fat per 100 g and make sure any comparative claim appears on the exact pack. | If I’m looking for a low-fat option, I want to assess the figure without confusing ‘low fat’ with ‘reduced fat’. Around 36% of consumers focus on fat content and understanding claims. |
| Portion size and nutritional value | Compare energy and sugars per 100 g and for the amount you’ll actually eat. | If I want a modest snack, I look at my portion size as well as the fat figure. Around 29% of consumers prioritise portion control. |
| Easy to take with you | Check the weight of each individual box and whether the ingredients suit your needs. | If I don’t want to weigh out a portion while I’m out, a pre-portioned pack fits my routine better. Around 21% of consumers prioritise convenience on the go. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients and allergen information for the exact product, including any sulphites and ‘may contain’ warnings. | If ingredients or possible allergens affect my choice, I want to check the pack for that exact product. Around 14% of consumers make this their main purchasing priority. |
The nutrition table for AH Sun-Dried Raisins lists 0.5 g of fat and 344 kcal per 100 g. So the fat figure alone won’t tell you how much energy is in the portion you choose.
Check the energy content too, and decide in advance how much dried fruit you’d like with your coffee.
The packs and product tables reviewed use portion sizes of 14 to 25 g. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends a maximum of 20 g of dried fruit per day; that’s different from the portion size shown on a product page.
Include the amount you eat over the whole day and compare portions on the same basis.
Ingredients can vary between specific products. For example, PLUS’s product information lists sulphites in the dried apricots reviewed.
Check the brand, product and ingredients on the pack you’re buying, especially if particular ingredients matter to you.
Albert Heijn’s product information describes AH Sun-Dried Raisins in a 750 g bag.
The product information describes individual Snoep Rozijntjes boxes and a bag of sun-dried sultanas.
The product information describes PLUS Dried Apricots in a 375 g stand-up pouch.
Lidl Netherlands’ product page identifies Belbake Raisins as a 750 g pack.
ALDI Netherlands’ product page identifies TRADER JOE'S Raisins as a 500 g pack.
Dirk’s range includes different product types, such as sultanas, golden raisins, apricots and prunes.
These product options include small boxes of raisins and packs of dried fruit that you can portion out yourself to take with you.
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The product description lists ten individual 14 g boxes, so there’s no need to weigh out a portion yourself.
Described as organic and free from added sugar and sulphites. Suitable only from 12 months; supervise children while they eat. Not suitable for children with swallowing difficulties.
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The pitted jujubes are ready to eat, according to the product description. For a snack on the go, portion some out from the 390 g pack.
The product information lists 0 g of fat, 327 kcal and 50.0 g of sugars per 100 g. These figures apply to this product and don’t prove a comparative ‘reduced fat’ claim.
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This is dried soursop in a 180 g pack; for a small snack on the go, take a portion with you.
The product information lists soursop, white sugar and glucose. The table lists 2.21 g of fat, 348 kcal and 72.6 g of sugars per 100 g.
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The product description lists pitted red dates; you’ll need to portion some out from the 500 g pack to take with you.
According to the product description, the ingredients are 100% red dates. The table lists 0.5 g of fat, 300 kcal and 60 g of sugars per 100 g.
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The product description lists a resealable 250 g bag; weigh out a small portion yourself to take with you.
The ingredients description lists apricot, sugar and maltose syrup; the product contains sulphites. The table lists 0 g of fat, 311 kcal and 62.0 g of sugars per 100 g.
No. The tables reviewed for Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS list those figures for the specific products, but a low absolute fat content doesn’t prove a reduction compared with another product. The European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g for the ‘low fat’ claim on solid foods.
No. For the raisins reviewed, AH gives a portion size of 25 g, Jumbo uses 15 g for the sultanas reviewed, and the boxes contain 14 g each. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends a maximum of 20 g of dried fruit per day; this is dietary advice, not a legally defined portion size.
No. The product information for PLUS Dried Apricots lists 0 g of added sugars, but 53.4 g of total sugars per 100 g. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre explains that products with no added sugars can still contain naturally occurring sugars.
Check the ingredients and allergen information on the current packaging for the exact product. The PLUS apricots reviewed contain sulphites; the product information for the Jumbo boxes notes that they may contain traces of nuts, milk and soya, among other things. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre notes that sulphite sensitivity is an exception.
Do not eat the batch with barcode 8718452534326 and best-before date 28-07-2026. Productwaarschuwing.nl reported a warning for that specific batch in November 2025; the stated best-before date has now passed. The warning does not automatically apply to other Jumbo packs. Contact Jumbo for advice on what to do.
