A snack straight from your bag
If you want to grab a pre-portioned snack while travelling or during a short work break, without weighing it out at the time.
Who is this useful for?
A deliberately small portion of fruit
If you mainly want to keep an eye on portion weight and added sugar, even when the pack suggests a different portion size.
Plan ahead for several breaks
If you want to portion out a larger pack at home and prepare snacks for several coffee breaks.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you want a ready-to-go portion or would rather portion it out yourself in advance. Then consider how much you’ll take, the ingredients and the packaging.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
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| Ready to take with you | Check how many individual portions are in the pack and the weight of each portion. | If I only have a short break while I’m out, I want to be able to grab a portion straight from my bag; around 31% of consumers prioritise convenience. |
| Portion and sugars | Read the ingredients list and nutrition table; note the difference between added sugars and total sugars. | I want to decide for myself how much I eat and check whether sugar has been added; around 25% of consumers prioritise portion size and sugar choices. |
| Portioning a larger pack | Check the total contents, the seal and the storage instructions; bear in mind that you’ll need to weigh out portions yourself. | If I want to prepare portions for several coffee breaks, I look for a pack I can divide up at home; around 19% of consumers prioritise planning ahead. |
| Fruit flavours and variety | Check which type of fruit is included and whether it’s a single fruit or a mix. | I want to vary the fruit flavours, so I check the exact contents; around 13% of consumers make variety their top priority. |
| Ingredients and warnings | Read the allergen information on the pack and, if there’s a warning, check all the batch details listed. | If ingredients or a specific product warning are decisive for me, I check the label carefully; around 12% of consumers make this their top priority. |
Common pitfalls
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Taking ‘no added sugar’ to mean ‘sugar-free’
Added sugar and total sugars aren’t the same thing. PLUS’s product information lists its sultanas as containing 0 grams of added sugars and 68.2 grams of total sugars per 100 grams.
Read both the ingredients list and the nutrition table, and consider how much you actually eat.
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Assuming a small packet is one day’s portion
The amount in a pack may be higher than the daily recommendation. The AH product page lists a 25-gram portion; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends a maximum of 20 grams of dried fruit a day.
Check the net weight and, if needed, weigh out the amount you want to take with you in advance.
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Buying a larger pack without a storage plan
A large pack is intended for several occasions. Once opened, follow the storage instructions for the product you’ve chosen and portion out the contents yourself.
Decide in advance how many portions you want to prepare, and use a suitable resealable container if needed.
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Applying an old warning to an entire range
NU.nl reported a recall on 14 November 2025 for Jumbo Snoeprozijntjes with barcode 8718452534326 and best-before date 28-07-2026. That date was before 13 October 2026; the warning applies to the batch listed, not automatically to all sultanas.
If there’s a product warning, check the product name, barcode and best-before date. Don’t eat a pack that matches the batch listed.
Brands and product ranges to consider
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn’s product information describes AH Biologisch Dried & Unsweetened Pineapple as an alternative to sultanas.
- The product page lists an 80-gram pack and a suggested portion of 25 grams.
- The page notes that the product may contain peanuts and various nuts. Check the label on the pack you buy.
Jumbo
Jumbo describes its sultanas as coming in individual boxes for pre-portioned snacks.
- The Dutch product page lists 14 boxes of 14 grams each.
- The contents of each box are fixed; check the ingredients and allergen information on the product label.
Lidl
Lidl presents Alesto as a range that includes dried fruit, such as dried mango strips.
- The range description makes dried mango an option alongside sultanas.
- Check the ingredients and allergen information on the pack for the variant you choose.
ALDI
ALDI lists Trader Joe’s sultanas and also describes a cranberry and sultana mix.
- The product information lists a 500-gram pack of sultanas; the mix is described as resealable.
- These variants differ in their ingredients and packaging. Check which product information applies to the variant you’ve chosen.
PLUS
PLUS describes its sultanas as coming in a 375-gram stand-up pouch.
- The product information lists sultanas and sunflower oil as ingredients, along with nutritional values and storage instructions.
- The product information warns that small sticks and stones may be present; take care when portioning out the contents.
Dirk
Dirk lists 1 de Beste Sultana Sultanas in a 375-gram pack.
- The product page gives the product name and net weight.
- Check the ingredients and allergen information on the pack for the variant you’ve chosen.
Dried fruit at Joybuy
These products work well as a small snack on the go or if you want to portion out a larger pack yourself for several coffee breaks.
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MUSHAN BASE Freeze-Dried Pineapple 25g
The 25-gram pack is a handy individual portion to take with you for a coffee break.
The product description lists 95% pineapple and 5% white sugar. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends a maximum of 20 grams of dried fruit a day; the full contents of this pack weigh 25 grams.
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MUSHAN BASE Freeze-Dried Pineapple 150g (25g x 6)
The six individual packs are handy to take with you or portion out in advance.
The product description lists six 25-gram packs, each containing 95% pineapple and 5% white sugar. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends a maximum of 20 grams of dried fruit a day; one full pack contains 25 grams.
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Zohra Medjool Dates (M) 908g
This larger pack is handy for planning ahead; for a small portion with your coffee, weigh out the amount you need.
The product description lists 908 grams of pitted Medjool dates.
Frequently asked questions
Should I stick to the portion size on the pack?
Not necessarily. A portion listed by a retailer isn’t the same as daily dietary advice. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends a maximum of 20 grams of dried fruit a day; remember to count what you eat at other times too.
How should I store an opened pack for future coffee breaks?
Follow the storage instructions for the specific product. PLUS recommends keeping its sultanas in a cool, dry, dark place. For dried apricots, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre also recommends storing them in a tightly sealed container; don’t automatically apply this storage advice to other types of fruit.
Does prepacked dried fruit in the Netherlands have to include allergen information?
Yes. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked products. Check the ingredients and any relevant warnings on the pack you buy.
Does ‘unsulphured’ mean the product is suitable for someone with a nut allergy?
No, these are separate properties. Sulphites are preservatives; nuts and peanuts should be checked separately using the ingredients and allergen information. So a product with no added sulphites isn’t automatically free from nuts or peanuts.
Does the Jumbo recall apply to all boxes of sultanas?
No. NU.nl reported a recall on 14 November 2025 for Jumbo Snoeprozijntjes with barcode 8718452534326 and best-before date 28-07-2026. That date was before 13 October 2026. The historical warning applies to the batch listed; don’t assume it applies to all other batches.