Who is this guide for?

You want to reduce your total fat intake

You compare coated peanuts by their fat content per 100 g, rather than relying on words such as ‘natural’ or looking at a small serving size. A smaller serving of a higher-fat product doesn’t make the product itself low in fat.

You want verifiable organic certification

You check the organic labelling on the specific packet. You assess the fat content separately.

You want a measured snack portion

You want to enjoy the flavour and crunchy coating while knowing how much fat your portion contains. To work this out, you need the nutritional information for the exact variant and the weight of your portion.

What should you look for when buying?

Assess organic certification and fat content as two separate characteristics; the nutritional information for the exact variant tells you what you can compare.

What to consider What should you check? Who is this important for?
Total fat Compare the total fat per 100 g for the exact flavour variant. According to the European Commission, the ‘low fat’ claim for solid foods applies to products containing no more than 3 g per 100 g. If I’m watching my total fat intake, I compare the exact variant per 100 g and keep an eye on saturated fat separately. Around 34% of consumers put total fat first.
Organic certification Check the organic labelling on the product. The EU organic logo includes, among other things, a control body code and an indication of the agricultural origin. When organic production is my main criterion, I check the certification mark on the packet and assess the fat content separately. Around 33% of consumers prioritise certification.
Serving size Weigh your portion and multiply the nutritional value per 100 g by the portion weight, then divide by 100. Use the values on your packet. If I want to measure how much I have each time I snack, I calculate it using the amount I actually eat. Around 20% of consumers prioritise portion control.
Shopping costs Compare specific products on the same weight basis, and check the certification and nutritional information for each product again. If I’m watching the cost, I want to make a fair comparison without choosing a product that doesn’t meet my other criteria. Around 13% of consumers prioritise the cost of suitable groceries.

Common mistakes

  • Confusing ‘no artificial colourings’ with organic

    Duyvis uses this description for Provencale, but the claim does not mean the product is organically certified.

    Check the organic labelling on the packet of the exact variant, rather than relying only on a claim about colourings.

  • Reading the figures for a small portion as if the product were low in fat

    A smaller portion contains fewer grams of product, but it doesn’t change the fat content per 100 g. For solid foods, the ‘low fat’ claim threshold applies per 100 g.

    First compare the nutritional values per 100 g, then calculate how much fat is in your portion.

  • Applying a general organic price comparison to coated peanuts

    On 24 April 2026, Consumentenbond published a price survey of 166 organic products at 13 supermarkets. This comparison does not rank prices for organic coated peanuts.

    Compare specific products on the same weight basis, and check the organic labelling and nutritional information for each product.

Brands and retailers as points of reference

Duyvis

Duyvis describes its coated peanuts as having a crunchy coating; the Provencale variant is described as having an onion and garlic flavour.

  • The product description helps you identify the Provencale flavour variant.
  • ‘No artificial colourings’ is not proof of organic certification. The 34 g of fat per 100 g listed by HANOS applies to the Cocktail variant described, and not automatically to other flavours.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists its own AH Borrelnoten cocktail variant, which can be used as a point of reference when shopping.

  • The product listing identifies a cocktail variant.
  • Albert Heijn advises customers to check the packaging, as ingredients, nutritional values and allergen information may change. The product listing alone does not prove organic certification or a low-fat composition.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists a 500 g packet of Provençale coated peanuts.

  • The product name makes the flavour variant and net weight clear.
  • The label ‘value pack’ does not in itself prove that the product is cheaper, and says nothing about its fat content or organic certification.

Lidl

Lidl has a listing for coated peanuts, making it a relevant retailer to consider in this product category.

  • The category listing helps you identify the type of product.
  • A category page alone does not provide evidence of the organic status or nutritional value of a specific packet.

ALDI

ALDI’s information covers its range of nuts, seeds and kernels.

  • This route through the range may help you search within the broader product category.
  • Range information is not a product specification and does not prove that an individual packet is organic or low in fat.

PLUS

PLUS has a dedicated online category for coated peanuts, with delivery or collection options.

  • The category makes it easy to find coated peanuts in the store.
  • You need to assess organic certification and nutritional value using the details of the specific product.

Coated peanuts at Joybuy

This Joybuy selection features coated peanut variants with nutritional values listed per 100 g. Check the organic certification separately on the packaging of the exact variant.

Duyvis Poeta Coated Peanuts, 275 g

Duyvis Poeta Coated Peanuts - 275 g

The product description refers to seasoned coated peanuts with a crunchy coating.

Listed fat content: 34 g per 100 g. For solid foods, the European Commission sets the maximum for the ‘low fat’ claim at 3 g per 100 g.

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Duyvis Oriental Coated Peanuts, 275 g

Duyvis Oriental Coated Peanuts - 275 g

The product description refers to crunchy, seasoned coated peanuts with a curry flavour.

Listed fat content: 34 g per 100 g. For solid foods, the European Commission sets the maximum for the ‘low fat’ claim at 3 g per 100 g.

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Duyvis Bran Nuts Provencale, 125 g

Duyvis Bran Nuts Provencale - 125 g

The product description refers to coated peanuts with a crunchy coating and an onion and garlic flavour.

Listed fat content: 33 g per 100 g. For solid foods, the European Commission sets the maximum for the ‘low fat’ claim at 3 g per 100 g.

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Duyvis Coated Peanuts Provençal, 275 g

Duyvis Coated Peanuts Provençal - 275 g

The product description refers to crunchy coated peanuts with a Provençal flavour.

Listed fat content: 35 g per 100 g. For solid foods, the European Commission sets the maximum for the ‘low fat’ claim at 3 g per 100 g.

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Duyvis Tigernut BBQ Paprika, 275 g

Duyvis Tigernut BBQ Paprika - 275 g

The product description refers to crunchy coated peanuts with a BBQ and paprika flavour.

Listed fat content: 33 g per 100 g. For solid foods, the European Commission sets the maximum for the ‘low fat’ claim at 3 g per 100 g.

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Frequently asked questions

Does ‘organic’ mean that coated peanuts are low in fat?

No. Assess organic certification and fat content separately. According to the European Commission, the ‘low fat’ claim for solid foods applies to products containing no more than 3 g of fat per 100 g.

How do you calculate the fat in your portion?

Multiply the fat content per 100 g by the weight of your portion, then divide by 100. For the Duyvis Cocktail variant described by HANOS, a 25 g portion with 34 g of fat per 100 g works out to 8.5 g of fat. This is a calculation, not dietary advice.

What should you check if you have a food allergy?

Check the ingredients and allergen information for the exact variant. The NVWA requires clear allergen information. For the Duyvis Cocktail variant described, HANOS lists peanuts, gluten and milk as present; mustard, nuts and soya may also be present. This information does not automatically apply to other flavours.

How should you store an opened packet of coated peanuts?

Follow the storage advice on the exact packaging. For the Duyvis Cocktail variant described, HANOS recommends storing it in a cool, dry place and using an airtight, lightproof container after opening.

Are unsalted nuts a low-fat alternative to coated peanuts?

Not necessarily: unsalted nuts are not automatically low in fat. The Voedingscentrum lists 14.9 g of fat, including 1.6 g of saturated fat, in a 25 g handful of unsalted nuts, and includes unsalted nuts in the Dutch Wheel of Five. These are different assessments.