Households that regularly share snacks
If you serve peanuts regularly, you could consider a 500 g bag. This quantity is only suitable if it matches how much you get through and you can store the opened pack properly.
Who are value packs suitable for?
People who snack less often
If you don't snack often or like to mix things up, a smaller pack can help you avoid having too many opened snacks left over. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing opened unsalted peanuts in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dark and dry place.
Fans of salted peanuts
If you mainly want to serve salted peanuts, choose a pack size based on how often you use that variety. A larger pack won't necessarily suit how much you get through.
What should you look for when buying?
| What to consider | What to look for | Who it's for |
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| Value per kilo | Compare the same type of product by price per kilo, net weight and the price that applies to your order. | If I'm mainly trying to work out whether a larger bag offers real value for regular afternoon snacks, I compare the unit price with how much we get through. Around 36% of consumers put value per kilo first when buying. |
| Unsalted variety | Check the ingredients, salt content per 100 g and allergen information on the exact pack. | If I'm specifically looking for unsalted peanuts for an afternoon snack, I want to check the ingredients of the right variety. Around 29% of consumers prioritise the ingredients. |
| Right-sized quantity | Estimate how much you'll use and follow the use-by and storage instructions on the pack. | If I only eat peanuts occasionally, a quantity I can use in time is a better fit for my stock cupboard. Around 21% of consumers prioritise having less opened stock left over. |
| Salted snack | Check whether the variety is salted or unsalted, and compare the net weight. | If I'm deliberately looking for salted peanuts as a snack, I don't want to accidentally pick up an unsalted variety. Around 14% of consumers prioritise the salted flavour they want. |
Common buying mistakes
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Judging by the pack size alone
A large bag doesn't automatically mean the quantity is right for how much you eat. Choosing between salted and unsalted is a separate decision, too.
First choose the variety you want, then compare the net weight and price per kilo with how much you expect to use. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre includes unsalted nuts in its daily recommendations; salted peanuts are a different choice.
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Comparing only the price of one bag
A lower shelf price doesn't automatically mean a lower price per kilo. With a larger pack, you're also buying more in one go.
Compare the same type of product by price per kilo, and weigh this against how much you expect to use.
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Not sealing an opened value pack properly
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre notes that peanuts are susceptible to mould and can absorb odours from other foods.
Store opened peanuts in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dark and dry place. Check their quality before serving, too.
If you don't seal the pack properly, the peanuts may lose quality before you finish them.
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Comparing peanuts in shells gram for gram with shelled peanuts
With peanuts in shells, the shells are included in the pack weight. So 500 g isn't directly comparable to 500 g of shelled peanuts.
Compare the same type of product, or bear in mind that the edible amount of peanuts in shells has not been established.
Brands to consider
These brands and product ranges offer examples of different varieties and pack sizes. Their inclusion is not a ranking or an indication of availability.
Duyvis
Duyvis lists regular salted and unsalted peanuts, as well as marinated and coated varieties.
- The manufacturer lists its classic salted variety in several pack sizes, including 370 g.
- Descriptions of flavour and crunch are brand claims, not the result of an independent comparison.
Albert Heijn
The AH own-brand range includes different peanuts and pack sizes; its Dutch range lists a 500 g bag of unsalted peanuts.
- There are different quantities and varieties to compare.
- The ingredients information for a separately described 300 g AH variety does not necessarily apply to the 500 g bag.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists its own-brand unsalted peanuts in 250 g and 500 g packs.
- The same ingredients and nutritional values are listed for these two packs.
- The larger pack won't necessarily be a better fit for anyone who doesn't eat many peanuts.
Lidl
Lidl lists 200 g of roasted unsalted peanuts and 250 g of salted peanuts. Alesto is a Lidl range of nuts and peanut snacks.
- These packs are examples of smaller quantities in salted and unsalted varieties.
- According to Lidl, Alesto Cruspies have a spicy dough coating and are not the same type of product as regular shelled peanuts.
ALDI
TRADER JOE’S peanuts at ALDI include a 500 g pack of roasted salted peanuts and a 500 g pack of peanuts in shells.
- The salted bag is a larger-pack option for anyone specifically looking for that variety.
- With peanuts in shells, some of the pack weight is made up of shells; the amount of edible peanuts has not been established.
PLUS
PLUS lists a 500 g bag of its own-brand unsalted peanuts, with ingredients, nutritional values and storage instructions.
- For this bag, PLUS lists 99% peanuts, sunflower oil and 0.02 g of salt per 100 g.
- The product page warns that local prices and delivery prices may vary.
Products at Joybuy
Below are Joybuy products to consider if you're looking for a smaller pack of unsalted peanuts, a salted variety or a different type of peanut. Check the preparation and storage instructions: not every product is directly comparable with regular, ready-to-eat peanuts.
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g'woon unsalted peanuts, 250 g
This smaller pack is an option if you fancy unsalted peanuts as an occasional snack.
The product description lists 99% peanuts and sunflower oil. The product contains peanuts and may contain cashew nuts.
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Duyvis salted peanuts, 370 g
This salted variety is a good fit if you're specifically looking for salted peanuts as a snack.
The product information lists peanuts, sunflower oil and salt. Not recommended for children under 5 due to the risk of choking; the product contains peanuts and may contain other nuts.
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g'woon peanuts in shells, 500 g
This pack is for anyone who wants to shell their own peanuts instead of choosing shelled peanuts.
The shells are included in the pack weight, and the edible quantity has not been established. The product description lists peanuts and gives storage advice for after opening.
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Mooijer whole boiled peanuts, 500 g
This variety needs to be kept frozen, so it's only suitable if you can store it that way for your snack.
Once thawed, keep refrigerated and eat within the stated period; do not refreeze. Contains peanuts.
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Golden Turtle Premium unroasted peanuts in skin, 500 g
This pack is a good fit if you want to roast the peanuts yourself before having them as a snack.
The product description lists unroasted peanuts in their skins; they need to be roasted before being used as the snack described. Contains peanuts.
Frequently asked questions
How many afternoon snacks can you get from a bag?
Divide the net weight by the amount you want for each snack. Jumbo uses a 30 g serving on its label and lists around 17 servings for 500 g and around 8 for 250 g. These are label serving sizes, not personalised dietary advice.
How should you store an opened bag of peanuts?
Put the peanuts in an airtight container and store them in a cool, dark and dry place. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives six months in a kitchen cupboard as general storage advice for opened unsalted peanuts; follow any different instructions on your pack.
Do allergens have to be listed on packaging in the Netherlands?
Yes. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says allergen information for pre-packed products must appear on the label, and lists peanuts separately among the allergens that must be declared. Unsalted peanuts are not peanut-free.
Can you share peanuts freely with young children or someone with a peanut allergy?
No. The Jumbo and PLUS packs checked warn that young children can choke on peanuts. A peanut snack is not suitable for anyone with a peanut allergy; according to the Food Allergy Foundation, even tiny amounts can cause serious reactions in some people.
Which specific peanut recall should you know about?
On 20 May 2026, Albert Heijn published a warning about AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026 due to possible metal fragments. Do not eat that specific pack. This warning does not automatically apply to other AH peanuts or other packs.