Regular stock-up shoppers
You eat nuts often and compare pack sizes and ingredients to find a pack that suits how much you use. Products are available in 200 g and 500 g sizes.
Who is a nut supply for?
Mindful everyday snackers
You’re mainly looking for unsalted nuts and want to know which types are included and whether oil has been added. Also check separately how the nuts have been prepared.
Occasional snack stockers
You eat nuts less often or keep snacks for when you have guests. In that case, pack size, a resealable pack and the difference between plain mixed nuts and coated party nuts may all be worth considering.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you want an unsalted mix or coated party nuts. Then choose a pack size to suit how much you use, and only then compare the price per kilo.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this important to? |
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| Value for money | Compare the current price per kilo of products with similar ingredients and preparation methods, and choose a net weight that suits how much you use. | When I stock up for several snack occasions, I want enough without buying more than I’ll use. Around 31% of consumers prioritise value for money per usable quantity. |
| Ingredients | Read the ingredients and check the salt, any added oil and the preparation method described. | When I eat nuts regularly, I want to know which types and ingredients are in my mix. Around 25% of consumers say ingredients are their top priority for regular snacking. |
| Storage after opening | Follow the instructions on the packaging and store the nuts in a dry, tightly sealed container. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a cool, dry place in a sealed container. | When I eat my way through a bag slowly, I want to be able to seal and store it properly once opened. Around 19% of consumers prioritise stocking up and making sure the pack suits how little they use. |
| Type of snack | Choose between plain nuts and peanuts with a coating. Duyvis describes Cocktail as coated peanuts; the ingredients include starch, oil, sugar and salt, among other things. | When I stock up for guests, I choose deliberately between an unsalted mix and a savoury coated snack. Around 13% of consumers prioritise the type of snack for the occasion. |
| Allergen information | Read the current ingredients list and warnings on the packaging, including for coated party nuts. | If allergens matter to anyone who will be eating them, I want to be able to check the packaging before choosing. Around 12% of consumers say allergen information is their top buying priority. |
Common buying mistakes
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Assuming a large pack is automatically better value
A larger pack won’t necessarily suit how much you use. Any nuts left uneaten could cancel out the value of buying a bigger pack.
Compare the current price per kilo of products with a similar snack type, and choose a quantity you expect to use.
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Comparing coated party nuts and unsalted mixed nuts as if they were the same
According to the manufacturer, Duyvis Cocktail consists of peanuts with a coating that includes starch, oil, sugar and salt, among other ingredients. Its ingredients are different from those of an unsalted nut mix.
First choose the type of snack you’re looking for, then compare pack sizes and prices.
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Confusing unsalted with unroasted or oil-free
These terms don’t mean the same thing. Product information for individual nut mixes describes different preparation methods and ingredients.
Check the ingredients and preparation method separately if these details matter to you.
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Checking only the product name for allergen information
The name of a nut mix or party snack doesn’t tell you which allergens or warnings appear on the current packaging. Coated products may also contain other relevant ingredients.
Before use, read the current ingredients list and any warnings about cross-contamination.
Brands and relevant product ranges
Duyvis
The Cocktail range is an option if you’re looking for coated peanuts to serve with drinks or when you have guests.
- Duyvis lists Cocktail packs in 125 g, 275 g, 500 g and 1000 g sizes.
- According to the ingredients information, the coating includes starch, oil, sugar and salt, among other things; it isn’t an unsalted nut mix.
Albert Heijn
AH Unsalted Mixed Nuts are an option for households looking for a larger mix.
- Albert Heijn lists this pack as 500 g, divided into 20 portions of 25 g.
- The product ingredients include sunflower oil; check the ingredients if the preparation method matters to you.
Jumbo
The product information describes a 500 g pack of unroasted, unsalted mixed nuts.
- The listed varieties are walnuts, hazelnuts, cashews and almonds.
- The ingredients and availability of this product don’t necessarily tell you anything about other Jumbo products.
Lidl
The Lidl mixed nuts described are an option for a smaller stock-up.
- Lidl describes the 200 g pack as a mix of unroasted, unsalted nuts.
- This pack is smaller than the 500 g bags mentioned; pack size alone doesn’t prove it offers better value.
ALDI Nederland
At ALDI, the unsalted nut mix is listed under the product name TRADER JOE'S.
- The Dutch product information lists a 500 g pack containing almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts and Brazil nuts.
- The description doesn’t provide a basis for assuming that its proportions or preparation method match those of other mixes.
PLUS
The product information describes unroasted, unsalted mixed nuts in 200 g and 500 g packs.
- For the 500 g pack, PLUS lists the proportions of walnuts, hazelnuts, almonds and cashews.
- The same product range name doesn’t mean the proportions are identical in both pack sizes. PLUS says prices may vary locally and at the time of delivery.
Nuts and mixed nuts at Joybuy
Below is a selection of 500 g packs of nuts and mixed nuts. Varieties and preparation methods differ, so check whether each product suits the type of snack you’re looking for.
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Anatolia Roasted Hazelnuts 500 g
An option if you’re looking for roasted hazelnuts to enjoy as a snack or use as an ingredient.
Pack size: 500 g. Nut type: hazelnuts. Preparation: roasted.
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g’woon Unroasted Mixed Nuts 500 g
An option if you’re looking for a 500 g pack of unroasted mixed nuts.
Pack size: 500 g. The product information mentions possible traces of peanuts and other nuts; check the current packaging if this matters to you.
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BE&CHEERY Northeast Pine Nuts 500 g
An option if you’re looking for pine nuts to snack on or use in dishes.
Pack size: 500 g. The product information advises consuming the contents immediately after opening.
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BE&CHEERY Premium Macadamia Nuts 500 g
An option if you’re looking for macadamia nuts to enjoy as a snack or use as an ingredient.
Pack size: 500 g. The product information advises consuming the contents immediately after opening.
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J.ZAO Pecan Halves 500 g, Whole Large Kernels
An option if you’re looking for a 500 g pack of pecans to snack on straight from the pack.
The listed ingredients include sugar and salt as well as pecans. Check the current packaging if you want to avoid these ingredients.
Frequently asked questions
How can you tell whether 500 g is right for your household?
Use how much you eat as your guide. Albert Heijn lists twenty 25 g portions in its 500 g bag; at one portion a day, that works out at twenty days. This is a stock calculation based on the portion information, not dietary advice.
How should you store an opened bag of nuts?
Store nuts in a dry, tightly sealed container and follow the instructions on the packaging. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises keeping them dry and sealed. Albert Heijn also says to close its mixed nuts pack securely after use; don’t assume that the shelf life of one type of nut applies to every mix.
What allergen information should you check on packaged nuts?
Check the current ingredients list and warnings on the packaging. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked products; peanuts and nuts are separate allergens, and a coating may contain additional ingredients. Since 1 January 2026, the NVWA has been enforcing stricter rules on cross-contamination warnings. This is not an individual safety assessment of a product.
Are whole nuts suitable as a snack for young children?
Not necessarily: Albert Heijn’s product page warns that young children can choke on nuts. So don’t assume a bag of whole nuts is suitable as a snack for children, and take account of the warning for the relevant age group.
Is the online price always the price you’ll pay?
Not necessarily. PLUS says prices may vary locally and can change at the time of delivery. So check the price for your specific order before comparing costs.