Choose individual bags if you want guests to be able to take their peanuts with them easily; a sharing bag is a better choice if you plan to serve smaller amounts yourself. Duyvis lists bags including 60 g sizes, while Foods & Goods describes a Duyvis multipack with 20 bags of 60 g each; Albert Heijn lists an unsalted sharing bag of 500 g. A pack’s contents are not automatically a recommended serving, and peanuts are not suitable for anyone with a peanut allergy.
You want to give guests a sealed bag to take away or offer them an individual portion during the get-together. So check how many individual bags there are and how much each one contains. Duyvis lists a range of pack sizes, while Foods & Goods describes a Duyvis multipack with 20 bags of 60 g each.
You’re serving peanuts alongside other snacks and can decide how much to put out. If you buy a larger bag, it’s worth thinking in advance about portioning it out and storing any leftovers. Voedingscentrum advises keeping salted peanuts in a cool, dark, dry place and in a well-sealed container.
You’re looking for an unsalted option and want to check the product information. Unsalted doesn’t mean allergen-free, so check the allergen information on the exact pack too.
First decide how you want to serve the peanuts. Then compare the quantity and type with your guests and the other snacks.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who should consider this most? |
|---|---|---|
| Handing out or giving away individual bags | Check the number of bags, how much each contains and the total contents of the pack. | If I want to give each guest a sealed bag to take away, the main thing is how many individual bags I need. Around 29% of consumers prioritise handing out individual portions or taking them away. |
| Quantity and leftovers | Match the net weight to your serving plan and check how to store any leftovers. | When I’m already serving other snacks, I don’t want to buy more peanuts than I plan to offer. Around 23% of consumers prioritise quantity and leftovers when choosing what to buy. |
| Flavour and product type | Read the full product name and ingredients. Plain, marinated and coated peanuts are different varieties. | If I want to offer a choice of snacks, I compare the flavour and ingredients of each variety first. Around 18% of consumers prioritise variety in flavour. |
| No added salt | Check that the specific variety is unsalted and review the nutritional information per 100 g. | If I don’t want added salt, I look for a variety that clearly says so and decide myself how much to serve. Around 18% of consumers prioritise this choice. |
| Allergies and young children | Read the allergen information, including any warnings. Also bear in mind that whole peanuts can be a choking hazard for young children. | If I’m unsure whether peanuts are suitable for my guests, I check the allergens and how they’ll be served before choosing them. Around 12% of consumers put this consideration at the top of their list when buying. |
An unsalted variety still contains peanuts. The PLUS sharing bag reviewed also warns that it may contain other nuts.
Read the allergen information for the specific variety. Don’t choose a product in this category for a guest with a peanut allergy.
The contents of a pack and a stated serving size are two different things. For the 500 g bag of unsalted peanuts reviewed, Albert Heijn lists a serving size of 25 g; this isn’t a universal recommendation for every guest or product.
Decide how much you want to serve and check the serving information on the specific pack.
A fixed pack size may mean buying more per person than you want to serve.
The term ‘stand-up pouch’ doesn’t in itself mean that the pack has a resealable closure.
Check the closure on the pack and make sure you can store any leftovers in a well-sealed container.
If the pack doesn’t seal properly, a storage container or bag clip may come in handy.
You don’t have to serve the entire contents of a larger bag at your get-together.
Put a small amount in a bowl and top it up if needed. Follow the pack’s storage instructions for the rest.
Leftovers need to be kept in a suitable, sealed place.
Duyvis describes plain salted peanuts in a range of pack sizes and distinguishes between plain, marinated and coated peanuts.
The AH Unsalted Peanuts reviewed come in a 500 g sharing bag; the product information also lists a serving size of 25 g.
Jumbo lists, among other options, a 500 g pack of salted peanuts and 350 g of unsalted king-size peanuts.
Lidl Netherlands lists a product of unsalted peanuts.
ALDI Netherlands lists 500 g of roasted and salted peanuts under the TRADER JOE'S product label.
PLUS lists 300 g of unsalted peanuts in a stand-up pouch; the product information states 0 g of salt per 100 g.
This Joybuy selection includes unsalted, roasted and seasoned peanuts in packs that you can portion out yourself for your get-together.
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An unsalted option to serve in whatever quantity you choose.
The product information lists 99% peanuts and sunflower oil.
Contains peanuts and may contain cashew nuts; check the allergen information for guests with allergies.
Whole peanuts can be a choking hazard for young children.
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A pack you can portion out yourself if you want to serve roasted peanuts at your get-together.
The product description lists peanuts and salt and states that the pack contains 7–8 servings.
May contain other nuts. The product description advises against giving this product to children under 5 because of the risk of choking.
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A larger pack of salted peanuts to portion out into bowls yourself.
The product information lists peanuts, sunflower oil and salt.
May contain various types of nuts. Bear in mind that whole peanuts can be a choking hazard for young children.
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A seasoned peanut snack to serve alongside plain peanuts for a different flavour.
The product information lists 62% peanuts and ingredients including wheat flour, egg and soya.
Contains peanuts; check the allergen information for other allergies. Whole peanuts can be a choking hazard for young children.
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A garlic-flavoured option to serve alongside other snacks.
The product description lists peanuts, salt and garlic.
Contains peanuts and isn’t suitable for guests with a peanut allergy. Whole peanuts can be a choking hazard for young children.
No. 60 g is the weight of the bag, not automatically a recommended serving. For example, Albert Heijn lists a serving size of 25 g for the unsalted peanuts reviewed; don’t treat this product information as a universal amount for every guest or product.
First decide how much to allow per guest, taking the other snacks into account. Multiply that amount by the number of guests, then divide by the net weight of the pack you’ve chosen. Round up to the next whole pack. If you’re buying individual bags, also count how many separate packs you want to hand out.
Voedingscentrum advises keeping salted peanuts in a cool, dark, dry place and in a well-sealed container. Follow the storage instructions and best-before date on the specific pack too.
No. Being unsalted doesn’t change the fact that they contain peanuts. The unsalted PLUS variety reviewed lists peanuts as an allergen; ask your guest which alternative snack would be suitable.
No. Voedingscentrum warns that whole peanuts and nuts can cause choking. Take note of the warnings on the product packaging and choose a suitable alternative snack for young children.
