Lots of party bags, limited budget
If you’re putting together small treats for several children, compare how many full packs you’ll need and how much will be left over. ALDI, Dirk and PLUS list individual packs of raisins in different sizes.
Which pack format is right for you?
Quick and easy with individual snack boxes
If you want equal portions without weighing them out yourself, look for packs containing individual boxes. Jumbo lists multipacks of raisin boxes.
Small treats with suitable ingredients
If you want to keep portions small or take allergies into account, check the ingredients and allergen information for the exact product. Voedingscentrum recommends small treats.
What to look for in dried fruit for party bags
First decide between ready-portioned packs and weighing portions out yourself. Then compare the number of portions, how many full packs you’ll need and the ingredients in your chosen product.
Individual snack boxes
Choose this if: you want to add one ready-portioned snack to each party bag without weighing it out yourself.
Bear in mind: the fixed portion size and the number of boxes in each multipack; Jumbo lists 14 boxes of 14 g per pack.
Portioning a large bag yourself
Choose this if: you want to decide the portion size yourself and can use any leftovers at home.
Bear in mind: you’ll need to weigh out the portions and provide suitable bags or boxes. Calculate based on full packs, not just the amount of fruit you need.
Other dried fruit
Choose this if: you’d like to consider fruit other than raisins.
Bear in mind: ingredients and portion sizes vary by product; the term ‘dried fruit’ alone doesn’t tell you what else it contains.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who should pay particular attention? |
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| Total cost | Count the children and portions; compare pack sizes and the cost of the number of full packs you’ll need. | If I’m making lots of party bags, I want to know how many packs I’ll need and how much will be left over. Around 33% of consumers prioritise the total cost for the number of treats they need. |
| Ease of handing out | Check the number of boxes in each multipack and the contents of each box. | When I’m short of time to weigh out portions, I’d rather choose snacks that are already individually packed. Around 27% of consumers prioritise handing out treats quickly and evenly. |
| Portions and ingredients | Check the weight in grams, ingredients and any added sugar in the specific product. | If I want to decide the portion size myself and check the ingredients, I compare the information on the pack. Around 20% of consumers prioritise portions and ingredients. |
| Food allergies | If anyone has a known allergy, check the ingredients and allergen information on the actual pack. | If children with known food allergies will be eating the treats, I want to check the pack carefully before choosing them. Around 20% of consumers prioritise taking allergies in the group into account. |
Common mistakes when choosing
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Assuming a low price per kilo means the lowest cost for your party
You have to buy full packs, so the number of portions and the amount left over may work out differently from what a price-per-kilo comparison suggests.
Work out how many packs you’ll need for your group of children and consider whether you can use any leftovers at home.
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Assuming a 2-pack contains ready-portioned treats for children
The ‘2-pack’ label on an AH product doesn’t mean the same thing as the individual boxes listed by Jumbo.
Check how many separate portion packs are actually included before working out how many children the pack will serve.
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Treating all dried fruit as the same
Ingredients can vary from one product to another. Voedingscentrum states that dried fruit with added sugar is not included in the Dutch Wheel of Five.
Read the ingredients for the exact product and don’t base your choice on the product name alone.
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Applying a warning about one batch to an entire brand
On 14 November 2025, NU.nl reported on a specific batch of Jumbo sweet raisins with barcode 8718452534326 and best-before date 28-07-2026. That date has now passed; the notice applied to the batch in question.
If there’s a warning, compare the specific details on the pack with those in the notice.
Supermarket brands to consider
Albert Heijn
Within the range mentioned, AH Hamsterchef Raisins and AH Sun-dried Raisins 2-pack are worth looking at separately.
- You can find these product names on Albert Heijn’s website.
- A 2-pack is not the same as individual portions for children. Albert Heijn recommends checking the pack; ingredient and allergy information may change.
Jumbo
Jumbo Sweet Raisins Boxes, 14 Pack, is a format that works well for party bags with individual portions.
- Jumbo lists 14 boxes of 14 g.
- The number of boxes determines how many multipacks you’ll need for your group; the pack size doesn’t mean the portion is suitable for every child.
Lidl
According to the product information, Lidl’s Alesto range includes dried fruit and mango strips, among other options, if you’d like to consider fruit other than raisins.
- The range includes alternatives to raisins.
- The dried fruit page applies to selected stores. Check whether the specific product is available at your local store.
ALDI
ALDI Netherlands lists Trader Joe’s raisins in a 500 g pack, an option if you want to weigh out the portions yourself.
- The listed pack size gives you a starting point for calculating how many portions you can make.
- You’ll need to portion them out yourself and check the pack for ingredients and allergen information.
PLUS
PLUS Sultana raisins are listed in a 375 g stand-up pouch, for anyone who wants to make their own portions.
- The net weight helps you calculate how many portions you can make.
- Depending on the number of children and the portion size you choose, you may need more than one pack.
Dirk
Dirk lists loose raisins in a 750 g pack, which may be useful if you’re weighing out several portions yourself.
- The listed pack size helps you calculate portions and how much will be left over.
- The product title doesn’t name a manufacturer; check the pack itself for product information.
Dried fruit at Joybuy
These Joybuy products are other types of dried fruit to consider alongside raisins. Compare the ingredients and portion size of the specific product before choosing it for your party bags.
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OHLA dried dragon fruit 180 g
An option to consider if you’d like a different dried fruit from raisins; the product description lists pitaya as the main ingredient.
The product title gives the weight as 180 g. The description says it can be eaten as a snack and should be stored in a cool, dry place.
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OHLA dried guava 180 g
An option to consider if you’d like a different dried fruit as a snack; the product description lists guava as the main ingredient.
The product title gives the weight as 180 g. The description lists 95% guava, sugar and a preservative; check the product information if you want to compare the ingredients.
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PHILIPPINE BRAND dried mango 100 g
An option to consider if you’d like mango as a different type of dried fruit; the product description suggests eating it as a snack.
The product title gives the weight as 100 g. The description lists mango, sugar and sulphites; check the ingredient information if anyone has a known allergy.
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MUSHAN BASE dried strawberry slices 50 g
An option to consider if you’d like dried strawberries in a smaller pack; the description suggests eating them as a snack.
The product title gives the weight as 50 g. The product description lists strawberries and sugar as ingredients.
Frequently asked questions
How do I work out how many packs I need?
For loose raisins, multiply the number of children by the number of grams you want to give each child, then divide by the net weight of each pack. Round the number of packs up. For individual snack boxes, divide the number of party bags by the number of boxes in each multipack, and round that figure up too.
Is 14 g the recommended amount for every child?
No. 14 g is the weight of the Jumbo box listed by Jumbo. Voedingscentrum recommends small treats, but its party treat guidance does not give a universal gram limit for all children.
What should I check about ingredients and allergies?
Check the ingredients and allergen information on the pack of the specific product. If a child has a known allergy, check with their parent or carer. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergen information for prepacked products must appear on the label.
Can I assume my school or childcare setting allows dried fruit?
No. Check your school or childcare setting’s rules before buying treats for the group. In a report from July 2025, Ouders & Onderwijs described a range of approaches, including schools with rules about treats and schools that have stopped allowing them.
What should I bear in mind if toddlers will be eating the treats?
Consider the specific treat and the children who will be eating it; the product name alone doesn’t tell you whether it’s suitable for the situation. Voedingscentrum lists a small box of raisins as one possible treat for toddlers and, in its information about choking, warns against whole nuts, peanuts, popcorn and hard pieces of fruit, among other foods.