For breakfast on the go, first choose a product with verifiable organic certification, then decide whether you want unroasted nuts or nuts fried in oil. Buying ahead gives you more control over the packaging. Schiphol confirms there’s an Albert Heijn in Plaza, but not that your chosen product will be in stock there. Schiphol allows solid food through security, while yoghurt and nut butter are subject to the liquids rules.
You want nuts with your breakfast and want to assess organic certification, how they’re prepared and any added salt separately. The Albert Heijn products reviewed show that organic nuts can be either unroasted or fried in oil.
You want to decide in advance whether to bring nuts with you or buy them during your visit to Schiphol. Schiphol confirms there’s an Albert Heijn in Plaza, but the packs available may vary by store.
You choose based on ingredients, allergens and how to store an opened pack. Check the information on the exact pack, especially if you need to avoid certain types of nuts or peanuts.
First, check the organic label and the ingredients. Then decide which preparation method, place to buy and quantity will suit your breakfast and journey.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Organic certification | Check the EU organic logo, the control code and the agricultural origin. The European Commission only allows the EU organic logo to be used on certified organic products. | I want to be sure the organic claim is more than words such as ‘natural’ on the front of the pack. Around 29% of consumers prioritise verifiable organic certification. |
| Ingredients and preparation | Check whether the nuts are unroasted or fried in oil, and look for added salt and other ingredients. Albert Heijn describes both unroasted cashews and fried, unsalted cashews. | I want to choose nuts that go with my breakfast and know which types of nuts and ingredients they contain. Around 24% of consumers prioritise this information. |
| Where to buy and what to bring | Schiphol confirms there’s an Albert Heijn in Plaza, but a store listing doesn’t confirm that a particular pack is in stock. Schiphol counts solid nuts as food items allowed through security; yoghurt and nut butter are subject to the liquids rules. | I want to sort out breakfast without making an extra detour and know what I can take through security. Around 23% of consumers prioritise convenience and what they can bring with them. |
| Quantity and storage | Compare the pack weight with how much you plan to eat during your journey. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises keeping nuts dry and in a tightly sealed container. | I don’t want to bring more than I need, and I want to store any leftovers properly after opening. Around 12% of consumers prioritise quantity and storage. |
| Allergen information | Check which types of nuts are included and whether the pack carries any cross-contamination warnings. For unpackaged products, ask about allergen information before buying; the NVWA says this must be available. | I need to check whether the nuts suit my allergen requirements, without treating organic certification as a substitute for label information. Around 12% of consumers prioritise checking allergens. |
A description such as ‘natural’ is not the same as organic certification. The European Commission links the EU organic logo to products that have been certified as organic.
Check the certification mark and the product information separately from any wording on the front of the pack.
The organic cashews reviewed from Albert Heijn and BIO+ at PLUS are unsalted but contain sunflower oil. Albert Heijn describes its unroasted cashews as not fried in oil.
Read both the preparation method and the ingredients, then choose what suits your breakfast.
The packs reviewed contain 150 to 350 g. If a bag contains several portions, you may need to take some with you and store the rest for later.
Decide in advance how much you want to eat, and seal the pack tightly after opening. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a dry, sealed container.
Organic certification doesn’t tell you whether a pack carries warnings about peanuts or other nuts. The products reviewed have product-specific allergen information.
Check the exact pack. If you’re buying an unpackaged breakfast, ask about allergen information before you buy.
The information below relates to the product ranges and varieties listed. A brand being mentioned does not, on its own, mean it’s available at Schiphol.
The organic range reviewed includes unroasted cashews, an unroasted nut mix and fried, unsalted cashews. Schiphol confirms there’s an Albert Heijn in Plaza.
The BIO+ variety reviewed is a 200 g bag of unsalted cashews.
Jumbo has published product information for organic, unroasted nut mixes, including a mix of five types of nuts.
Lidl sells Alesto nuts and also lists a product of organic cashews.
Duyvis describes several ways of preparing peanuts, including fried, roasted and marinated varieties.
This selection of Joybuy products includes nuts for your journey and a nut mix also described as an addition to breakfast and other dishes. Check the ingredients and allergen information for each product.
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An option if you’re looking for an unsalted peanut snack to take with you.
The product information lists 99% peanuts and sunflower oil; the product may contain cashews.
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This nut bar is a snack for your journey, not a bag of loose nuts.
The product information lists peanuts, almonds, pumpkin seeds, raisins and agave syrup. The bar contains peanuts and almonds; the description says it may contain other nuts.
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A nut mix to enjoy as a snack or add to breakfast and other dishes.
The nuts listed are hazelnuts, walnuts, almonds and cashews. The product information describes the mix as raw and unsalted; it may contain traces of peanuts.
Yes. Schiphol allows food items, which include solid nuts. Liquid or spreadable products are subject to the liquids rules. Follow the instructions of security staff, who may still refuse an item for safety reasons.
No. Yoghurt and nut butter are subject to the liquids rules if you take them through security. Schiphol specifies a maximum container size of 100 ml. There’s an exception for liquids bought after security if they’re sealed and you have a valid proof of purchase.
Not for every type of sale. According to the European Commission, the logo is compulsory for prepacked foods produced in the EU and sold there as organic. Its use is optional for some products, including imported and unpackaged organic products. If the EU logo is used, the control code and agricultural origin must also be shown.
No. Unsalted tells you about the salt, not how the nuts are prepared. The organic cashews reviewed from Albert Heijn and BIO+ at PLUS are unsalted but contain sunflower oil; Albert Heijn also describes an unroasted variety that isn’t fried in oil. So check both the preparation method and the ingredients.
No. The confirmed Albert Heijn at Schiphol Plaza doesn’t guarantee that a particular variety of nuts will be available there. If you need a specific mix or pack, check with the store or buy your chosen pack in advance.
Keep nuts dry and in a tightly sealed container, as advised by the Netherlands Nutrition Centre. Also follow the instructions on your pack. For the nut mix reviewed, Albert Heijn advises storing it in a cool, dark, dry place and sealing the bag tightly after use.
Before buying, ask which types of nuts are included and request the allergen information. The NVWA says allergen information must also be available for unpackaged foods.
