Before choosing a pack of nuts, check that nuts are suitable for the age, allergies and rules of the group receiving them. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against giving whole nuts or peanuts to children under 4; older children should also eat slowly and under supervision. Then compare the number of individual bags and the quantity in each one: multiple servings on a label do not automatically mean that a pack is a multipack.
You want to check in advance whether nuts are suitable given the class’s allergies and rules about treats. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises taking allergies into account and checking with the school what is allowed.
You’re looking for individually portioned packs and want to avoid mistaking a bag containing several servings for individual treat bags. This is only a suitable option if whole nuts are appropriate and allowed.
You want to adjust the quantity for treats or regular lunchbox use, so you’re looking at larger or resealable bags. Age, allergies and school rules still matter.
Choose this when: whole nuts are suitable and allowed, and you want to do as little weighing as possible. Duyvis lists Unsalted Nutmix Walnut as a multipack of 4x30gr.
Bear in mind: the fixed 30-gram portion is not a recommendation for children, and a multipack is not allergen-free.
Choose this when: you want to measure out smaller quantities yourself or need a different number of treat bags.
Bear in mind: you’ll need to weigh the portions yourself and keep the original ingredients and allergen information to hand.
Choose this when: you regularly want to measure out a portion for a child who can safely eat whole nuts, and the school allows nuts.
Bear in mind: a resealable bag isn’t a ready-to-go multipack; you decide the portion size and should keep the contents tightly sealed and dry.
Choose this when: the children are under 4, nuts aren’t allowed or the treat isn’t suitable for known allergies.
Bear in mind: if nuts aren’t an option, choose a suitable alternative with the school or parents.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Allergies and school rules | Ask about the current policy on treats and any relevant allergies. Read the ingredients and warnings on the pack. | If I’m making treat bags for a class, I want to know first whether nuts are allowed and which allergies are relevant. Around 25% of consumers consider allergies and school rules their top priority. |
| Age and eating occasion | Check whether whole nuts are suitable for the child’s age and the eating occasion. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against giving whole nuts or peanuts to children under 4. | When I’m choosing something for young children, I consider the form of the food and the importance of eating slowly under supervision. Around 25% of consumers put age and eating occasion first. |
| Number of individual bags | Look for an explicit number of individual packs, such as 4x30gr. The number of servings is not the same as the number of treat bags. | If I want to hand out bags without weighing portions myself, I check how many individual packs are actually included. Around 20% of consumers consider ready-to-hand-out treats their top priority. |
| Quantity and ingredients | Check the weight per bag, the ingredients and the nutritional information. A manufacturer’s serving size or an adult reference intake is not a personal recommendation for a child. | If I’m choosing quantities for a treat or lunchbox, I want to be able to assess the amount and ingredients myself. Around 15% of consumers give these points the most attention. |
| Packaging and leftovers | Work out how many packs you need and think about how you’ll store and use any leftover nuts. | If I don’t want to buy more than I need, I also consider whether I can use any leftovers. Around 15% of consumers consider spending and leftovers their top priority. |
Individual packaging doesn’t remove the allergens present or the choking risk posed by whole nuts.
First check the children’s ages, any relevant allergies and the school’s rules. Only then choose a pack size.
AH lists 20 servings in a 500 g bag, and Jumbo lists 8 in a 200 g bag. These are not confirmed numbers of individual packs.
Check that the product explicitly states that it’s a multipack and specifies the number of individual bags.
The Duyvis multipack contains 30-gram bags. A fixed pack size isn’t automatically right for a child or for the rest of the treat.
Consider the quantity in the context of the child, the eating occasion and the other items in the treat bag.
A 500 g bag may contain more than you’ll use for the treats. You’ll need a plan for storing and using the rest.
Work out how much you need in advance and follow the storage instructions for any leftover nuts.
Duyvis describes Unsalted Nutmix Walnut as an unsalted mix of almonds, walnuts, cashews and hazelnuts, and lists it in a multipack of 4x30gr.
According to Albert Heijn, AH Unsalted Nut Mix comes in a 500 g bag with 20 listed servings of 25 grams.
According to Jumbo, Jumbo Unsalted Nut Mix comes in a standard 200 g bag with eight listed servings.
Lidl Netherlands describes its Nut Mix as unroasted and unsalted nuts in a 200 g bag.
ALDI lists TRADER JOE'S Unroasted Nut Mix in a resealable 200 g bag containing hazelnuts, cashews, walnuts and almonds.
PLUS lists a 500 g stand-up pouch of unroasted, unsalted walnuts, hazelnuts, almonds and cashews.
These products could work for party bags: some packs list individual bags, while others can be portioned out yourself. Check each product’s information and allergens, and make sure the form is suitable for the age and rules of the group receiving them.
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The listed individual bags suit anyone looking for pre-portioned servings; check that the contents are right for the recipients.
Pack: 25 bags of 20 g.
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The larger pack is suitable for portioning yourself when you don’t need a set quantity in each treat bag.
Pack weight: 1 kg. The product name includes Large-Kernel and Unbleached.
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The product name lists a 300 g pack; decide whether this size is right for the number of bags you want to fill.
Pack weight: 300 g. The product name includes Small Hickory Kernels and Non-Fried.
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The product name lists 30 bags, making it suitable for pre-portioning; check the product information for the contents of each bag and the ingredients.
Pack: 750 g and 30 sachets.
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The product name describes an assortment of nuts; check the pack for portion details and full ingredient and allergen information.
Pack weight: 242 g.
Divide the number of individual bags you need by the number of bags in each multipack, then round up. Duyvis lists four 30-gram bags per multipack of Unsalted Nutmix Walnut; separately check whether this pack size is suitable for the children receiving the treats.
No. Ask your own school what’s allowed and check for any relevant allergies. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre offers general advice about treats, but this doesn’t determine the policy at a particular school.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against giving whole nuts or peanuts to children under 4. Older children can also choke on them; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises children to eat slowly at the table and to be supervised when eating whole nuts.
No. A stated number of servings doesn’t prove that the bag contains that many individual packs. AH lists 20 servings in a 500 g bag and Jumbo lists 8 servings in a 200 g bag; check the pack itself for an explicit number of individual bags.
Keep nuts tightly sealed and dry, and follow the instructions on the pack. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place; AH advises closing the pack securely after use, while PLUS recommends storing them in a dry, dark place.
