Snack shoppers who keep an eye on portions
You want to take a known quantity of dried fruit with you. So check the weight of each box or bag, not just the number of packs.
Who are these pack sizes for?
Lunchbox packers and people handing out snacks
You’re looking for individual packs to give out or put in a lunchbox. For school lunches, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends dried fruit with no added sugar, with a maximum of one handful a day. This is not weight-loss advice for children.
Shoppers who like to portion their own supplies
You want to use a larger pack and weigh out different amounts yourself, for example for several people or occasions. PLUS and ALDI list examples of this type of larger pack.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start with the amount you want to eat or give someone. Then decide whether fixed inner packs or portioning it yourself would suit you better.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Amount per portion | Check the weight of each inner pack and add up how many boxes or bags you use in a day. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends no more than 20 grams of dried fruit a day. | If I want to decide how much to have in advance, I look at the grams per pack rather than just the number of boxes. Around 36% of consumers put portion size first. |
| Ingredients and nutritional information | Read the ingredients list and compare the nutritional information for the exact variety, ideally per 100 grams and for the amount you eat. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that dried fruit with added sugar is not included in the Wheel of Five. | If I want to base my choice on what’s in the product, I check the label for that specific variety. Around 29% of consumers give ingredients and nutritional information top priority. |
| Lunchboxes and snacks on the go | Check whether the outer pack actually contains individual boxes or bags, and check the weight of each one. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s school lunch list includes dried fruit with no added sugar, with a maximum of one handful a day. | If I want to be able to pack portions straight away, I look for individual inner packs and check the amount in each one. Around 21% of consumers put convenience for taking and handing out snacks first. |
| Sharing and stocking up | Compare the total weight and portion it yourself if the pack doesn’t contain individual units. Follow the product label for storage once opened. | If I want to divide a supply between several people or occasions, I look at the total weight and how much weighing out is involved. Around 14% of consumers give shareable supplies top priority. |
Common buying mistakes
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Assuming a multipack contains ready-made snack portions
The number of packs doesn’t tell you how much fruit you’ll eat at a time. Jumbo lists Woezel & Pip as 12 packs of 14 g; two packs contain 28 g in total. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends no more than 20 g of dried fruit a day.
Check the weight of each inner pack and decide in advance how many you’ll have.
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Mistaking a product range for children for a weight-loss product
Albert Heijn describes Hamsterchef as a range for children, but that positioning doesn’t prove that a product supports weight loss. Lunchbox convenience and weight management are different considerations.
Check the ingredients and amount for the exact variety, and don’t treat lunchbox advice as weight-loss advice.
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Applying an old recall to all raisins
In November 2025, NU.nl reported on Jumbo Snoeprozijntjes with barcode 8718452534326 and best-before date 28-07-2026. That warning relates to the product details given and doesn’t show that other products or batches are affected.
If there’s a warning, compare the product name, barcode and batch details. A passed best-before date does not mean a recalled pack is safe to use.
Brands to consider
Albert Heijn
Relevant examples include AH Rozijnen zongedroogd 3-pack and the children’s Hamsterchef range.
- Albert Heijn lists the 3-pack as a product format.
- The product range or packaging alone says nothing about weight loss or whether every variety is suitable.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists individual Snoep Rozijntjes boxes and Woezel & Pip Biologische Snoep Rozijntjes.
- The official product information for Woezel & Pip lists 12 packs of 14 g.
- The pack sizes listed don’t prove that each unit is a suitable portion for every person.
Lidl
Lidl has a Dutch product page for Snoeprozijntjes.
- The product name gives you a specific raisin product to check on the label.
- Check the amount in each inner pack and the nutritional information for the exact variety.
ALDI
ALDI lists Trader Joe's raisins in a 500 g pack.
- You can portion the larger pack yourself by weighing out what you need.
- The pack isn’t a set of ready-made snack portions; you’ll need to portion it yourself if you want to take smaller amounts with you.
PLUS
PLUS lists Sultana raisins in a 375 g stand-up pouch.
- The total weight is listed, so you can portion the supply yourself.
- The pack isn’t a set snack portion; follow the storage instructions on the packaging.
Dirk
Dirk’s range overview includes 1 de Beste Rozijnen sultana 375 g, among other products.
- The overview gives an example of a larger pack of raisins.
- A range overview doesn’t provide product-level details about snack boxes or nutritional values.
Joybuy products
This product is a good fit if you want dried fruit in a larger pack that you can weigh and portion yourself.
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Zohra Medjool dates (M) 908g
The 908 g pack is a good choice if you want to weigh out your own portions; check how much you want to take with you.
Pack contents: 908 g.
Frequently asked questions
Is one small box automatically the right amount?
No. Check the weight and add up how much dried fruit you eat in a day. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends no more than 20 g a day. This is general dietary advice, not a personal energy requirement or a guarantee of weight loss.
How do I compare the nutritional information on different packs?
Use the nutritional information for the exact variety. First compare it per 100 g, then compare it for the amount you actually eat. The number of boxes is no substitute for checking the weight or ingredients list.
Can dried fruit go in a school lunchbox?
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s school lunch list includes dried fruit with no added sugar, with a maximum of one handful a day. This advice is about lunchboxes, not weight loss for children.
How do I compare a multipack with a larger pack?
Check the weight of each inner pack as well as the total amount. Individual boxes are ready to take with you; with a larger pack, you’ll need to weigh and portion the amount yourself.
How should I store raisins once opened?
Follow the storage instructions on your product’s packaging. Jumbo says to store Woezel & Pip in a cool, dark place; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives a general storage time of 6–9 months in a kitchen cupboard for opened raisins.