People who want something to take with them
Want to grab a pack for your afternoon coffee without weighing out the nuts first? The Duyvis multipack listing on bol specifies twenty 60-gram sachets.
Who are these options for?
People looking for unsalted nuts
If you want to have a set amount of unsalted nuts ready, check the stated portion size and whether you’ll need to weigh them out yourself. Albert Heijn lists twenty 25-gram portions in a 500-gram bag of its nut mix.
People who choose mainly by flavour and texture
Looking for a crunchy snack with a bold flavour to enjoy with your coffee? Duyvis describes Borrelnootjes as peanuts with a crunchy coating; their flavours and format differ from those of plain nuts.
What should you look for when choosing?
Individually wrapped peanuts
Best for: taking a pack with you when you’re out and about, without weighing it beforehand.
Worth noting: the Duyvis sachets listed contain 60 grams each, which is more than the 25-gram portion in the Voedingscentrum reference.
Portioning your own unsalted nut mix
Best for: weighing out your own portion and choosing an unsalted mix.
Worth noting: you’ll need to portion out the bag yourself and store the rest; AH and PLUS list different ingredients.
Borrelnootjes with a crunchy coating
Best for: choosing a savoury, crunchy snack with your coffee.
Worth noting: check the ingredients and allergens for the exact flavour; this isn’t the same as an unsalted nut mix.
First, decide whether you want a pack you can take with you straight away or a larger bag you can portion yourself. Then compare the ingredients, texture and storage instructions for the variety you’re considering.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who should pay particular attention? |
|---|---|---|
| Amount per sachet | Check the weight of each individual sachet and compare it with how much you want to eat during one break. | If you want something you can grab without any preparation, the amount in each sachet is key. Around 36% of consumers prioritise convenience when taking snacks with them. |
| Unsalted ingredients | Read the ingredients list and check whether the variety is unsalted. | If you want unsalted nuts with ingredients that suit your preferences, you may need to portion them yourself. Around 29% of consumers prioritise this. |
| Flavour and texture | Compare the types of nuts, how they’re prepared, any seasonings and the coating. | If you’re looking for a particular flavour or a crunchy coating to enjoy with your coffee, the type of snack makes a difference. Around 21% of consumers choose mainly based on flavour and texture. |
| Stock and storage | Check the total weight, the stated number of portions and the storage instructions on the packaging. | If you want one bag to last through several coffee breaks, the amount per portion and how you store the rest matter. Around 14% of consumers prioritise planning their supplies. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a sachet is automatically one small handful
The Duyvis multipack listed on bol contains 60-gram sachets. The Voedingscentrum uses a 25-gram handful as its nutritional reference, so the contents of a sachet don’t automatically match that reference amount.
Decide how much you want to eat during one break and check the weight per sachet before choosing.
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Assuming all unsalted nut mixes have the same ingredients
The PLUS mix we looked at includes peanuts, while the AH mix mentioned lists other types of nuts. The word ‘unsalted’ doesn’t tell you which ingredients are included.
Compare the ingredients and allergens on the packaging of the exact variety, not just the brand name or bag weight.
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Judging a product recall by the brand name alone
Albert Heijn’s warning concerns AH Pinda’s extra groot gezouten (bakje) with a best-before date of 04-11-2026. It doesn’t automatically apply to another product or a different best-before date.
Compare the product name and best-before date with the warning, and follow the instructions for that specific product.
Brands to compare
Duyvis
A relevant option for individually wrapped salted peanuts, unsalted peanuts and Borrelnootjes with a crunchy coating.
- The product listing on bol describes a box of twenty 60-gram sachets. Duyvis also has a range of unsalted peanuts.
- Duyvis describes the flavours and texture of its own Borrelnootjes; these descriptions aren’t an independent assessment of the entire product range.
Albert Heijn
AH Notenmix ongezouten is a larger bag that you can portion yourself.
- Albert Heijn lists a 500-gram bag with twenty 25-gram portions, containing almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts and Brazil nuts.
- It’s one bag, not twenty individual snack sachets. These details apply to this mix, not to all AH nuts.
Jumbo
The range page includes unsalted and salted nut mixes in 200-gram bags, among other options.
- The stated bag weight may be useful if you’re looking for a supply to portion yourself.
- The range information doesn’t indicate that these bags contain individual portions for one coffee break.
Lidl
The Dutch product page for the Alesto nut mix mentioned describes a 200-gram mix that is unroasted and unsalted.
- The product format and bag weight are relevant if you want to weigh out your own portion.
- The page says ‘In-store only’, so this isn’t automatically an individually wrapped snack sachet.
ALDI
The Dutch range description includes cashews, almonds, walnuts and Brazil nuts, among other options, in both salted and unsalted varieties.
- You can narrow down your choice by type of nut and whether it’s salted.
- The range description doesn’t provide a basis for identifying one specific portion pack or declaring an overall quality winner.
PLUS
PLUS Notenmix ongezouten is sold in a 200-gram stand-up pouch.
- PLUS lists peanuts, almonds, cashews, Brazil nuts and hazelnuts, among other ingredients; the legal product description specifies both roasted and unroasted ingredients.
- It’s a larger bag that you portion yourself, not individually wrapped small portions. Its ingredients differ from those in the AH mix mentioned.
Nut snacks at Joybuy
These Joybuy picks are suited to nut snacks for your afternoon coffee, from crunchy or seasoned peanuts to nuts in individual portions.
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Duyvis Bran Nuts Provencale, 125 g
A good choice if you’re looking for a savoury peanut with a crunchy coating to enjoy during your coffee break.
The Joybuy product description lists 30 g portions and four to five portions per pack. The flavour is described as Provençal, with onion and garlic. The product information lists peanuts and wheat, and states that it may contain milk, other nuts, soya and mustard.
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J.ZAO Hickory Nuts, Lin’an Small Hickory Kernels, Non-Fried, 300 g
A good choice if you’re looking for a ready-to-eat snack made with hickory nuts to take with you.
The Joybuy product description lists hickory nuts, sugar and salt, and states that it contains at least 85% hickory nut kernels. This variety is therefore sweetened and salted.
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J.ZAO Classic Daily-Nut Mix, 750 g, 30 sachets
A good choice if you want individual portions to take with you and a mix of nuts and dried fruit.
The Joybuy product description lists thirty individual 25 g sachets. According to the ingredients information, the mix contains walnuts, almonds, cashews and hazelnuts, with raisins, cranberries and blackcurrants.
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Be&Cheery Pistachios, roasted and salted, 100 g
A good choice if you want a ready-to-eat pistachio snack to take with you.
The product title describes roasted and salted pistachios; the Joybuy product description says they’re shelled.
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ChaCha Pecan Kernels with Maple Syrup & Lime, 70 g
A good choice if you’re looking for a ready-to-eat pecan snack with maple syrup and lime.
The Joybuy product description mentions individual packs and 80% pecans. The packaging contains a desiccant, which must not be eaten.
Frequently asked questions
How do I work out what counts as one portion?
Check the weight per sachet and the stated portion size separately. The Voedingscentrum uses a 25-gram handful as its nutritional reference; Albert Heijn also lists a 25-gram portion for the mix we looked at. This is nutritional guidance and product information, not a legal maximum amount for every shopper.
How should I store a larger bag that I’ll use over several breaks?
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging of the mix you choose. PLUS recommends storing its nut mix in a cool, dry, dark place. For unsalted cashews, the Voedingscentrum lists rancidity, a tough texture and mould as signs of spoilage; this specific advice doesn’t automatically apply to every nut mix.
What should I look out for when it comes to allergens in a nut snack?
Read the ingredients list and any warnings about possible cross-contamination on the packaging of the exact variety. The NVWA says allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked products; the European Union requires any allergens present to be highlighted in the ingredients list. ‘Unsalted’ on its own doesn’t mean a product is suitable for someone with an allergy.
Does ‘unsalted’ also mean the nuts are unroasted?
No, these terms describe different properties. The product description for PLUS’s unsalted nut mix lists both roasted and unroasted ingredients. So check the product information for the variety you choose.
What should I do if my product is part of a recall?
Check the exact product name and best-before date, then follow the instructions from the retailer concerned. Albert Heijn has issued a warning about AH Pinda’s extra groot gezouten (bakje) with a best-before date of 04-11-2026 due to possible metal fragments; the warning doesn’t mention the 500-gram AH Notenmix ongezouten.