If you want less total fat in the same amount of snack, check the fat content per 100 g and the basis of comparison for any claim. Oven-baked or unsalted does not automatically mean lower in fat. If your main aim is to limit how much you eat, measure out a portion in advance. For solid foods, the European Commission sets the maximum for a ‘low fat’ claim at 3 g of fat per 100 g.
You want to eat less total fat, so you check the nutritional information and the precise wording of any claim, rather than relying solely on terms such as ‘oven-baked’ or ‘unsalted’. For a ‘low fat’ claim, the European Commission distinguishes products based on their fat content per 100 g.
You want to have a measured amount of nuts ready while you play. A smaller portion does not change the fat content per 100 g, but it does help you limit the amount you serve in advance.
You’re choosing snacks for several players and thinking about flavour, packaging and allergen information. For example, ALDI lists the 200 g Trader Joe’s nut mix included in this review as having resealable packaging.
A good fit if: your main priority is less total fat in the same quantity, and the claim clearly states what the product is being compared with.
Bear in mind: the historic Duyvis Sweet Paprika variant, which claimed 30% less fat, was compared with average plain peanuts in a crunchy coating. Albert Heijn lists the 200 g pack as discontinued.
A good fit if: your main aim is to decide how much to put out during the game.
Bear in mind: a smaller portion does not change the nutritional values per 100 g. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 g of unsalted mixed nuts as a general reference portion; this is not a product specification for every pack.
A good fit if: you’re looking for a roasted snack whose manufacturer explicitly states that no oil or fat has been added.
Bear in mind: Duyvis describes this preparation method for Oven Baked Peanuts Original. ‘No added fat’ does not, by itself, tell you how much total fat the finished product contains.
When choosing nuts for a board game night, your main reason for buying may vary. Compare the claim and nutritional information, portion size, ease of serving and allergen information for the exact pack.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is it most important to? |
|---|---|---|
| Total fat | Compare the fat content per 100 g and, if there’s a claim, check what the product is being compared with. For solid foods, the European Commission sets the maximum for a ‘low fat’ claim at 3 g per 100 g. | If I want less total fat in the same amount of snack, I check the label rather than relying only on the preparation method. Around 36% of consumers put reducing total fat first. |
| Portion size | Check the portion weight and nutritional information for the product. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s general reference for 25 g of unsalted mixed nuts is 164 kcal and 14.9 g of fat. | If I want to avoid serving myself more and more while playing, I get a measured amount ready in advance. Around 29% of consumers give portion control the highest priority. |
| Flavour and serving | Check which nuts or other ingredients are in the pack and whether it can be resealed. ALDI lists resealable packaging for the 200 g Trader Joe’s nut mix included in this review. | If I want to put out something that suits several players’ tastes, I look at the ingredients and how easy it is to store. Around 21% of consumers prioritise flavour and ease of serving. |
| Allergens | Read the allergen information and ingredients for the exact variant, including nuts with a crunchy coating. The NVWA states that pre-packed products must have allergen information on the label. | If any guests have known food allergies, I want to be able to check in advance which ingredients are present. Around 14% of consumers prioritise choosing snacks to suit their guests’ allergies. |
These terms don’t mean the same thing. The AH cashew nuts included in this review are unsalted, contain sunflower oil and list 50 g of fat per 100 g. Duyvis describes Oven Baked Peanuts Original as made without added oil or fat; that doesn’t automatically tell you the product’s total fat content.
Check the fat content per 100 g and the ingredients for the exact variant. Only use ‘low fat’ if the product meets the European claim requirement of no more than 3 g of fat per 100 g for solid foods.
Albert Heijn lists the historic 200 g Duyvis Sweet Paprika pack as discontinued. SPAR lists a 175 g pack as no longer available; the two packs also have different ingredients.
Treat the old claim as historical product information only, and check any current pack again for its own nutritional information and basis of comparison.
A crunchy coating may contain other ingredients and allergens. The historic Duyvis Sweet Paprika snack nuts also contain wheat.
Check the full ingredients and allergen information for the exact variant, and keep the packaging available alongside the snack.
The AH cashew nut pack included in this review contains 500 g and lists 25 g as a portion. The whole bag is not the same as one measured portion.
Measure out how much you want to serve in advance, and store the rest according to the instructions on the pack.
Duyvis offers spiced snack nuts and oven-baked peanuts, among other products. These are different product types and preparation methods.
The AH Unsalted Cashew Nuts included in this review are an own-brand option with nutritional information and a stated portion size.
According to the product information reviewed, Jumbo offers an unsalted cashew variant.
Lidl’s Alesto range includes cashew nuts, walnuts and snack nuts, among other products.
The Trader Joe’s nut mix included in this review is an unroasted mix containing several types of nuts.
The PLUS nut mix included in this review is an unroasted, unsalted mix with nutritional information listed per 100 g.
This selection of Joybuy products consists mainly of unsalted nuts and nut mixes, as well as a mix of nuts and dried fruit. You can measure out a portion yourself or choose individually portioned options, but the listed fat contents are above the European threshold for a ‘low fat’ claim on solid foods.
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An option if you want to choose unsalted almonds and measure out a portion yourself.
The product information lists raw, unsalted almonds in a 200 g pack.
Fat: 50 g per 100 g. This is above the maximum of 3 g per 100 g for a ‘low fat’ claim on solid foods.
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A good fit if you want to serve an unsalted nut mix and decide on the portion yourself.
The mix lists hazelnuts, walnuts, almonds and cashews; the pack contains 200 g.
Fat: 55.7 g per 100 g. A smaller portion does not change this amount per 100 g.
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An option if you want to serve individually wrapped hickory nut kernels.
The product information lists portion-sized packs that are ready to serve; the full pack contains 300 g.
Fat: 46.4 g per 100 g. This is above the threshold for a ‘low fat’ claim on solid foods.
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The individual sachets are a good option if you want to portion out snacks in advance.
The pack contains 30 sachets of 25 g. It’s a mix of nuts and dried fruit, including raisins, cranberries and blackcurrants.
Fat: 40.7 g per 100 g. This is not a low fat mix under the European threshold for solid foods.
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A good fit if you want to choose an unsalted mix and decide how much to serve on game night.
The product information lists peanuts, almonds, cashews, Brazil nuts and hazelnuts; the pack contains 200 g.
Fat: 52.1 g per 100 g. Measuring out a portion does not reduce the fat content per 100 g.
For solid foods, the European Commission sets the maximum for a ‘low fat’ claim at 3 g of fat per 100 g. A product claiming to contain less fat than a comparable product does not automatically meet this threshold.
Use the portion weight and nutritional information on the pack you choose. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 25 g of unsalted mixed nuts as a general reference portion, containing 164 kcal and 14.9 g of fat; these are not product-specific values for every nut mix.
Check the ingredients and allergen information on the pack for the exact variant. The NVWA states that pre-packed products must have allergen information on the label; for nuts with a crunchy coating, also look for other ingredients such as wheat.
First, follow the storage instructions on the pack. For the unroasted nut mix included in this review, PLUS recommends storing it in a cool, dry place away from light. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists rancidity, chewiness and mould as signs of quality loss or spoilage in unsalted mixed nuts.
Do not eat the pack if it is the 170 g Trader Joe’s Unsalted Cashews with a best-before date of 23-09-2026. The NVWA warning issued on 20 May 2026 concerned that specific pack because it may contain metal fragments; the warning does not automatically apply to other packs or nut mixes.
