For breakfast at home, choose organic cashew nuts with ingredients that suit how you plan to use them: AH Biologisch Cashewnoten ongebrand contains only cashews, while the AH and BIO+ unsalted varieties we looked at also contain sunflower oil. Before packing them for school, check the school’s policy and any allergies. For children under 4, Amsterdam UMC recommends nut butter instead of whole nuts.
You’re looking for certified organic cashew nuts for home and want to choose between a product containing only cashews and one with added oil. Albert Heijn lists both ingredients options for the relevant AH Biologisch products.
You’re thinking of packing cashew nuts, but first need to consider the school’s policy and any relevant allergies. Organic cashew nuts are still nuts; the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority lists cashews as an allergen.
You’re comparing pack sizes for regular use and want to choose an amount you can store properly. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a sealed, dry place.
If the nuts are going to school, start by checking the school’s policy and any allergies. For home, choose based on the organic label, the ingredients list and the quantity that suits your needs.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Organic certification | Check the EU organic logo, the control code number and the agricultural origin on the packaging. The European Commission explains these labelling details, while Skal Biocontrole explains that the term ‘organic’ is protected by law. | I want to be able to see on the label that the product is organic. Around 25% of consumers cite verifiable organic certification as their top purchasing priority. |
| Ingredients and preparation | Read the ingredients list for the exact variety. Albert Heijn lists cashews as the only ingredient in the 400 g unroasted variety; the unsalted AH variety contains 96% cashews and sunflower oil. PLUS lists 99% organic cashews and sunflower oil for the 200 g BIO+ variety. | For my breakfast, I want to know whether the nuts are unsalted and whether oil has been added. Around 25% of consumers prioritise ingredients that suit their breakfast. |
| Allergies, age and school policy | Check the allergen information and ask about the school or childcare setting’s policy. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority lists cashews as an allergen; OBS De Venen describes its own school policies. For children under 4, Amsterdam UMC recommends nut butter instead of whole nuts. | If I’m considering cashews for a child, I want to know whether they’re suitable for that child and the school setting. Around 31% of consumers prioritise suitability for children and school. |
| Packaging and storage | Choose a quantity to suit your needs: the AH unroasted pack we looked at contains 400 g; the AH and BIO+ unsalted varieties we looked at each contain 200 g. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a sealed, dry place. | I want to choose a quantity my family will actually use and can store properly. Around 19% of consumers prioritise having the right amount in stock and practical use. |
Organic certification doesn’t change the fact that cashews are nuts. Schools may have their own policies on nuts and peanuts.
Before packing them, check the policy at your child’s school or class and consider any known allergies. Use the organic label to check the product’s organic status, not as proof that it’s suitable for every school setting.
These words describe different qualities. The unroasted AH variety we looked at contains only cashews, while the unsalted AH and BIO+ varieties contain sunflower oil. Duyvis says its Cashews Original are roasted without added oil, but the ingredients list includes salt and flavourings.
Read the ingredients list for the exact variety and choose based on the quality that matters for your breakfast.
A larger supply calls for regular use and careful storage. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre identifies a rancid or chewy texture and mould as signs of quality loss or spoilage in unsalted cashews.
Choose an amount you expect to use, and store the pack tightly sealed in a dry place.
The AH Biologisch varieties we looked at show that unroasted and unsalted don’t automatically mean the same ingredients.
The organic option we looked at is BIO+ unsalted cashew nuts in a 200 g pack.
The Jumbo own-brand variety we looked at is Biologisch Ongebrande Cashewnoten in a 175 g pack.
Lidl Netherlands lists a product titled Biologische cashewnoten.
Duyvis Cashews Original is a savoury product; its product information makes clear why this variety isn’t the same as a simple, unsalted breakfast ingredient.
ALDI lists Trader Joe’s roasted, unsalted cashew nuts in a 250 g pack.
No. The control code and agricultural origin are separate labelling details. For AH Biologisch Cashewnoten ongebrand, Albert Heijn lists NL-BIO-01 and ‘Non-EU Agriculture’.
Not without checking your school’s or class’s policy first. For example, OBS De Venen describes local policies for younger classes because of severe allergies; this isn’t a general ban across the Netherlands.
If you have a diagnosed nut allergy, cashew nuts aren’t a suitable choice. Follow the treatment advice for the relevant nuts and possible traces. If you suspect your child has a food intolerance, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends contacting your GP or child health clinic rather than experimenting with food yourself.
For children under 4, Amsterdam UMC recommends nut butter with no added sugar or salt instead of whole nuts because of the risk of choking. Also take any allergies into account.
Store nuts tightly sealed in a dry place; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends keeping them somewhere cool. For opened unsalted cashews, the Storage Guide gives general quality advice: 6 months in a kitchen cupboard and 1 year in the freezer. Also follow the packaging instructions, and don’t eat nuts that are mouldy or rancid.
