Filling lunchboxes
You want to take an individually packed portion with you without weighing it out every morning. Albert Heijn and Jumbo list 14 g boxes in the multipacks reviewed.
Who are multipacks useful for?
Handing them out to several children
You’re mainly concerned with the number of boxes and checking the ingredients and allergens for the group. The Albert Heijn and Jumbo packs reviewed contain 10 and 14 individual boxes respectively.
Portioning it yourself
You’d rather decide how much to take for each snack time and don’t mind weighing it out. The bags reviewed from PLUS, ALDI and Dirk are for portioning yourself, not ready-to-hand-out boxes.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, choose between pre-portioned boxes and a bag that you portion yourself. Then decide whether the number of portions, the ingredients or the portion information matters most for your needs.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this more important for? |
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| Taking it with you without weighing it out | Compare the number of boxes and the weight per box; Albert Heijn and Jumbo both list 14 g per box for the varieties mentioned. | If I want to take something for a lunchbox without portioning it myself, I look for individual boxes. Convenience on the go is the top buying priority for around 28% of consumers. |
| Boxes to hand out | Count the individual packs and check the ingredients and allergens on the current label. | If I’m planning to hand them out, I want to know how many children can each have their own box. The number of boxes comes first for around 22% of consumers. |
| Portion size and sugars | Check the weight per box and distinguish total sugars from added sugars; Albert Heijn lists 65 g of total sugars per 100 g for its plain raisins. | I want to offer a limited amount and understand the nutritional information. Portion control is the main concern for around 22% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and pieces | Check the ingredients, allergens and the pieces you’re offering; stay nearby while your child eats. | If I need to consider the ingredients, known sensitivities and what my toddler can eat, the ingredients come first. This applies to around 17% of consumers. |
| Portioning it yourself | Check the pack weight and follow the storage instructions on the current packaging. | I want to decide how much to portion out and make sure I’ll use the contents. Portioning it yourself and making use of what you have in stock is the top priority for around 11% of consumers. |
Common mistakes when choosing
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Assuming a snack box means it’s safe for a child to eat unsupervised
A small pack doesn’t prevent choking or tell you whether the pieces are suitable for your toddler’s eating skills.
Make sure your child is sitting calmly, don’t give them too much at once and stay nearby while they eat, as advised by the Netherlands Nutrition Centre.
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Confusing ‘no added sugars’ with ‘sugar-free’
For the plain raisins reviewed, Albert Heijn lists 0 g of added sugars but also 65 g of total sugars per 100 g. These are different nutritional values.
Check both figures and also consider how much you’re offering.
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Choosing fruit mixes or plain varieties without checking the label
The AH apple and apricot mixes reviewed contain sulphites. The Jumbo plain pack reviewed lists possible allergens.
Check the ingredients and warnings on the exact pack, especially if your child has a known sensitivity.
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Assuming a larger bag is automatically more practical
The 375, 500 and 750 g bags reviewed aren’t ready-to-hand-out packs. PLUS also warns that, despite careful checks, twigs and stones may be present in the raisins.
Consider how much you want to portion out yourself and follow the storage instructions on the pack.
Portioning it yourself takes time and requires a suitable container for storage.
Brands and packaging compared
Albert Heijn
The AH Hamsterchef range reviewed includes plain raisins and apple or apricot varieties in individual snack boxes.
- The plain variety contains 10 boxes of 14 g; the apple and apricot mixes also contain 10 boxes of 14 g.
- The fruit mixes reviewed contain sulphites. Check the ingredients of the variety you choose.
Jumbo
The Snoep Rozijntjes boxes reviewed are a plain option with several individual portions.
- The pack contains 14 boxes of 14 g.
- The pack reviewed states that it may contain almonds, cashew nuts, hazelnuts, milk, soya and walnuts; check the current label.
Lidl
Belbake Raisins is a relevant product option among the supermarket brands listed.
- The product is Belbake Raisins.
- Check the weight and whether the pack contains individual portions before choosing it for a lunchbox.
ALDI
The Trader Joe's raisins reviewed come in a larger bag for anyone who wants to portion them out themselves.
- The pack reviewed is 500 g.
- This isn’t a ready-made multipack with individual snack boxes.
PLUS
PLUS Sultana raisins are an option for portioning into smaller amounts yourself.
- The stand-up pouch reviewed contains 375 g; the product information says to store in a cool, dry and dark place.
- The pack isn’t designed for handing out, and the product information warns that twigs and stones may be present.
Dirk
The raisins pack reviewed is suitable for portioning yourself from a larger bag.
- The pack listed contains 750 g.
- This isn’t a ready-made multipack with individual boxes.
Products at Joybuy
The selection below includes a raisin multipack and two individually packed nut and fruit mixes. These aren’t multipacks containing only dried fruit; check the ingredients and usage information on the packaging before choosing one for a toddler.
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De Kleine Keuken Organic Raisins 12M+ 140 g
The product information lists 10 individual boxes of 14 g and says it is suitable from 12 months; supervise your child while they eat.
The description says these are organic raisins with no added sugars or sulphites. According to the product information, this product isn’t suitable for children with swallowing difficulties.
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Full of Fruit Flavor Nuts and Dried Fruit Sharing Pack, 5-pack, 1.073 kg
This pack is described as a 5-pack of five different snacks, including dried fruit; it isn’t a multipack containing only dried fruit.
The product information lists tree nuts and aspartame in the prune component, a source of phenylalanine. Check the ingredients and allergens before choosing this for a toddler.
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J.ZAO Classic Daily-Nut Mix 750 g, 30 sachets
The product information lists 30 individual 25 g sachets containing nuts and dried fruit, including raisins, cranberries and blackcurrants.
This is a nut and fruit mix, not a multipack containing only dried fruit. The description lists tree nuts; check the ingredients and whether the pack is suitable for the intended user.
Frequently asked questions
Does a small box of raisins make them safer for a toddler to eat?
No, the packaging doesn’t remove the risk of choking. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises making sure your child is sitting calmly; stay with them and don’t give them too much at once.
When can you give raisins as a snack?
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre suggests around a child’s first birthday, when they start eating the same breakfast, lunch and evening meal as the rest of the family. Offer a small amount occasionally; this is nutritional advice, not a legal age limit.
Does ‘no added sugars’ mean raisins are sugar-free?
No. For the plain AH Hamsterchef raisins reviewed, Albert Heijn lists 0 g of added sugars but also 65 g of total sugars per 100 g.
Which allergens should I check in pre-packed raisins and fruit mixes?
Always check the ingredients and allergen information on the current packaging. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) says allergen information for the 14 allergens specified by law must appear on pre-packed food; the AH fruit mixes reviewed contain sulphites, while the Jumbo pack reviewed warns that several allergens may be present.
Does the recall apply to all Jumbo raisins?
No. NU.nl reported a recall on 14 November 2025 for Jumbo Snoeprozijntjes with EAN 8718452534326 and best-before date 28-07-2026. Don’t eat that specific batch if you still have the pack; the notice doesn’t indicate a problem with all other Jumbo raisins.