Who is this choice relevant to?

Fans of savoury coated nuts looking for less fat

You want to keep serving a crunchy, seasoned snack while understanding which products are used as the basis for a lower-fat claim.

Snackers who want to measure their portions

You want to know how much energy is in the amount you actually serve yourself, rather than looking only at the nutritional values per 100 g.

Hosts looking to serve unsalted nuts

You’re looking for a suitable snack and want to take your guests’ ingredients and allergens into account.

What should you look for when choosing?

Historical Albert Heijn listings for Duyvis Oven Baked Smoked Paprika and Sundried Tomato and Herbs feature a brand claim of 30% less fat than regular Duyvis Borrelnootjes and Tijgernootjes. Albert Heijn lists both varieties as discontinued. This comparison applies to the products mentioned and doesn’t confirm they’re currently available to buy.

What to consider What should you check? Who is this important for?
Lower total fat Compare the same quantity and check which products are used as the reference. For solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g for a ‘low fat’ claim. When choosing coated nuts, you’ll want to know how much less fat they contain and what they’re being compared with. Around 31% of consumers prioritise lower total fat when shopping.
Energy per portion Compare the nutritional values per 100 g as well as the weight of your own portion. The Voedingscentrum gives 164 kcal for a 25 g handful of unsalted nuts; the Jumbo label for Duyvis Oven Baked Pinda’s Original lists a 30 g portion. When filling a bowl for drinks and nibbles, you’ll want to measure the amount you serve. Around 25% of consumers give portion control top priority.
Unsalted and preparation method Read the ingredients: AH Ongezouten cashewnoten contains sunflower oil, while PLUS Cashewnoten ongezouten lists unroasted cashews as an ingredient. Being unsalted doesn’t in itself tell you whether cooking oil has been added. If you’re looking for an unsalted snack, you’ll also want to know how it’s prepared. Around 19% of consumers prioritise an unsalted product.
Suitable for guests Check the allergen information on the exact product label. PLUS states that its unroasted cashews may contain peanuts; the NVWA treats peanuts and tree nuts as separate allergens. When serving guests, their known allergies may determine which products are suitable. Around 13% of consumers consider suitability for guests the most important factor.
Pack size and storage Check whether the pack size suits what you’re serving and can store. The Voedingscentrum recommends storing nuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place, preferably somewhere cool. For a small get-together, you’ll want to choose an amount that suits the occasion and can be stored properly. Around 12% of consumers prioritise a suitable pack size.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming ‘no added fat’ means low fat

    Duyvis describes Oven Baked Peanuts Original as roasted without added fat. Even so, the Jumbo label lists 50 g of fat per 100 g. The preparation method and total fat content therefore tell you different things.

    Read both the preparation description and the nutrition table, and compare the fat content per 100 g.

  • Confusing unsalted with no added cooking oil

    The ingredients for AH Ongezouten cashewnoten include sunflower oil. So the product name doesn’t mean that no oil has been added.

    Check the ingredients if you want to choose a product made without added cooking oil.

  • Looking only at the pack size

    A larger bag can leave you with leftovers if you’re only serving a small amount.

    Choose an amount to suit the occasion and think in advance about how you’ll store an opened pack.

Brands as a point of reference

Duyvis

The product ranges vary: coated nuts for drinks and nibbles aren’t the same as dry-roasted peanuts.

  • Duyvis describes its Original peanuts as roasted without added fat.
  • The historical claim of 30% less fat applies to specific Oven Baked flavours compared with the Duyvis coated nuts mentioned; Albert Heijn lists those varieties as discontinued.

Albert Heijn

The listing for AH Ongezouten cashewnoten provides a specific example of the ingredients in an own-brand product.

  • The ingredients list states 96% cashew nuts and sunflower oil.
  • For this variety, unsalted doesn’t mean no oil has been added.

Jumbo

Jumbo describes Oriëntaals Borrel Noten as coated nuts for drinks and nibbles, with a seasoned coating.

  • The ingredients list makes the product type and ingredients clear.
  • The product page says this variety is temporarily unavailable, so don’t treat it as a confirmed buying option.

Lidl

Lidl Netherlands has a product listing for cashew nuts.

  • The listing provides a starting point for exploring the cashew nut category.
  • The listing doesn’t support a claim about lower fat.

ALDI

ALDI describes a range that includes cashews, almonds, walnuts and Brazil nuts, both salted and unsalted.

  • The range description covers different types of nuts and flavour preferences.
  • This information doesn’t support a general claim that the nuts contain less fat.

PLUS

PLUS Cashewnoten ongezouten ongebrand is an example of unroasted cashew nuts.

  • The ingredients list states cashew nuts.
  • The packaging says the product may contain peanuts; there’s no substantiated claim about lower fat.

Joybuy product selection

A Joybuy product selection for drinks and film nights, where measured portions matter.

J.ZAO Classic Daily-Nut Mix, 750 g, 30 sachets

J.ZAO Classic Daily-Nut Mix, 750 g, 30 sachets

The individual 25 g sachets give you a measured portion for drinks or a film night.

The mix contains nuts and dried fruit. The stated nutritional information lists 40.7 g of fat per 100 g, so don’t choose this product if your aim is to reduce your total fat intake. The nuts listed are walnuts, almonds, cashews and hazelnuts; check the packaging for allergen information.

Joybuy

Frequently asked questions

When can a product be called ‘low fat’?

For solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g for a ‘low fat’ claim. So a product containing less fat than another doesn’t automatically meet this threshold.

How do I compare calories when portion sizes differ?

Use the weight of the portion you’ll serve: multiply the kcal per 100 g by the portion weight in grams, then divide by 100. The Voedingscentrum gives 164 kcal for a 25 g handful of unsalted nuts; treat this as an example for the category, not as the nutritional value of every product.

What should I consider if a guest has a peanut or nut allergy?

Check the allergen information on the exact product packaging, including warnings about possible traces. The NVWA treats peanuts and tree nuts as separate allergens and states that allergen information must appear on the labels of pre-packed products.

How should I store an opened pack?

Follow the storage instructions on the packaging. The Jumbo label for Duyvis Oven Baked Pinda’s Original recommends storing the product in a cool, dry place and, once opened, keeping it in a light- and airtight container.

Can I serve whole nuts to young children?

The labels for the Duyvis peanuts and PLUS cashew nuts mentioned warn that young children can choke on nuts. So don’t assume that whole nuts are suitable for this age group.