Organisers who want to hand out individual packs
You want to be able to count how many packs you need in advance. The Duyvis multipack described contains 20 60-gram bags; that doesn’t make 60 grams a child-sized portion.
Who are these packs for?
Parents who want to portion out smaller amounts themselves
You want to decide how much goes into a snack or lunchbox. A 250-gram bag of unsalted peanuts can work as a multipack for this, but a serving-size count doesn’t mean it contains individual bags. Take children’s ages and allergies into account too.
Organisers looking for supplies for several occasions
You want to use more than one large bag, for example from a box containing ten 235-gram bags. Work out how much you need in advance and where you’ll store any opened packs.
What should you look for when choosing?
First check whether peanuts are suitable for the ages and any allergies of the children attending. Then choose between handing out individual packs, portioning them yourself or buying supplies for several occasions.
Individual snack bags
A good choice if: you want to count and hand out individual packs in advance. A seller’s specification describes Duyvis salted peanuts in 20 bags of 60 grams each.
Keep in mind: 60 grams is the contents of one bag, not a recommended child-sized portion; this variety is salted.
Portioning from a multipack
A good choice if: you want to decide how much to serve as a snack or put in a lunchbox. Examples include 250-gram bags of unsalted peanuts from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS.
Keep in mind: you’ll need to portion out the amounts yourself and store any opened pack. Albert Heijn lists ten 25-gram servings in one bag; these are not ten individual bags.
A box of larger bags
A good choice if: you’re planning several occasions and will use the larger bags too. A seller’s specification describes Duyvis unsalted peanuts in 10 bags of 235 grams each.
Keep in mind: these aren’t small lunchbox or snack bags, so think about storage and any leftovers.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who is this important for? |
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| Suitability for children | Ask about allergies and ages, and consider the form of the food. | If I first want to check whether peanuts are suitable for the children attending, I let their ages and allergies guide my choice. Around 31% of consumers put suitability first. |
| Individual bags and quantity | Check the number of inner bags and the weight of each one; distinguish serving-size information from individual packs. | If I want to hand out snacks in advance or make up small portions myself, I check what’s actually available in each pack. Around 31% of consumers put handing out individual portions or portion size first. |
| Unsalted variety and label | Read the variety, ingredients and nutritional information on the packaging. | If I want unsalted peanuts, I check the exact variety and ingredients rather than assuming that an unsalted product is suitable for someone with an allergy. Around 19% of consumers prioritise an unsalted product. |
| Quantity and storage | Work out the total weight and consider how many large bags you actually need. | If I want supplies for several occasions without ending up with unopened bags, I match the pack size to my plans and the storage space I have available. Around 19% of consumers put quantity and storage first. |
Common packaging pitfalls
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Assuming an individual snack bag is automatically suitable for children
A small pack doesn’t change the choking risk posed by whole peanuts or the fact that peanuts are an allergen.
First consider the children’s ages, the form of the food and any allergies. For children under 4, the Voedingscentrum advises nut butter with no added sugar or salt instead of whole nuts.
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Confusing a multipack with small individual bags
A box of ten 235-gram bags contains large inner bags. A pack labelled as containing ten servings may instead be one 250-gram bag.
Check the number of inner packs and the weight of each bag. Also consider whether you can store the larger bags properly once opened.
A bulk box may contain more than you’ll use at one party; portioning it yourself also takes time and supplies.
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Mistaking a small nut mix pack for a peanut multipack
Duyvis Unsalted Nutmix Walnut is a nut mix containing, among other things, almonds, walnuts, cashews and hazelnuts. It isn’t a peanut product.
Check the product name and ingredients rather than relying on the brand name or pack size alone.
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Assuming a recall applies to every peanut product from a brand
Albert Heijn’s warning applies to AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026; it doesn’t apply to the entire AH peanut range.
For that specific pack, check the best-before date and follow Albert Heijn’s recall instructions.
Brands and packaging options to consider
Duyvis
Worth considering if you’re comparing an unsalted multipack, a box of larger bags or individual snack bags.
- Duyvis lists its unsalted variety as a 235-gram bag containing peanuts and sunflower oil.
- Sellers describe a box of 10 235-gram bags and a salted multipack of 20 60-gram bags.
- The snack bags aren’t recommended child-sized portions; the multipack sizes mentioned come from sellers’ specifications.
Albert Heijn
The 250-gram unsalted multipack may suit you if you want to portion out the contents yourself.
- The product page lists ten 25-gram servings in one pack.
- The serving-size information doesn’t mean there are ten individual bags, and it isn’t a specific recommendation for children’s portions.
- Albert Heijn’s warning applies only to AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026.
Jumbo
Current product information describes unsalted peanuts in a 250-gram multipack; the range also includes a 500-gram value pack.
- The product page for the 250-gram bag lists the ingredients and nutritional information, and warns about the risk of choking in small children.
- The approximately eight servings listed do not mean there are eight individual bags.
- An older 250-gram product listing is no longer part of the online range; the current product description is a separate listing.
Lidl
The option described is a 285-gram multipack of unsalted peanuts.
- The pack size may be worth considering if you want to portion out the contents yourself.
- The product page says it’s sold in store; this doesn’t tell you whether your local branch has it in stock.
ALDI
The official product listing describes TRADER JOE’S Unsalted Peanuts in a 250-gram pack.
- The listing specifies the unsalted variety and pack size.
- ALDI is the supermarket; TRADER JOE’S is the product name shown. This isn’t a pack of individual bags for children.
PLUS
The 250-gram multipack of unsalted peanuts may suit you if you want to decide the amount yourself.
- The product information lists peanuts and sunflower oil, and advises storing the product in a cool, dark place.
- The page warns that small children may choke on peanuts; unsalted doesn’t mean suitable for someone with a peanut allergy.
Peanuts at Joybuy
These product choices are suited to portioning peanuts out yourself from a pack.
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g'woon unsalted peanuts, 250 g
A 250 g bag may suit you if you want to measure out portions yourself. The product description lists 99% peanuts and sunflower oil.
Contains peanuts; not suitable for anyone with a peanut allergy. For children under 4, the Voedingscentrum advises nut butter instead of whole nuts.
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g'woon peanuts in shell, 500 g
The 500 g pack may suit you if you want to decide the amount yourself; the peanuts are in their shells.
Contains peanuts; not suitable for anyone with a peanut allergy. For children under 4, the Voedingscentrum advises nut butter instead of whole nuts.
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Verse Extra Large roasted peanuts, 210 g
This 210 g pack may suit you if you want to measure out the amount yourself. The product description lists roasted, unsalted peanuts with no added salt.
Contains peanuts; not suitable for anyone with a peanut allergy. For children under 4, the Voedingscentrum advises nut butter instead of whole nuts.
Frequently asked questions
Can you give whole peanuts to toddlers?
For children under 4, the Voedingscentrum advises nut butter with no added sugar or salt instead of whole nuts, because of the risk of choking. A smaller pack doesn’t make whole peanuts a suitable snack for toddlers.
Does ‘ten servings’ on the pack mean ten individual snack bags?
No. AH Unsalted Peanuts comes in one 250-gram pack and lists ten 25-gram servings. This refers to portions from the bag, not ten individual packs, and isn’t specific advice on portion sizes for children.
Are unsalted peanuts suitable for someone with a peanut allergy?
No. Being unsalted doesn’t change the fact that the product contains peanuts. Thuisarts advises people with a food allergy not to eat the food they’re allergic to. Speak to the child’s parents about a suitable alternative.
How do you work out how many peanuts you need?
First work out who the peanuts are suitable for and how much you want to serve. Then calculate the amount based on your plans: 20 bags of 60 grams contain 1,200 grams in total, while ten bags of 235 grams contain 2,350 grams. Pack size isn’t personal dietary advice.
What should you do with the recalled AH tub?
Do not use AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026. On 20 May 2026, Albert Heijn reported that the product may contain metal fragments and said you can return it to an AH store for a full refund. According to the warning, other best-before dates aren’t covered by this recall.
How should you store an opened bag of peanuts?
Follow the storage instructions for the variety you’ve chosen. For AH Unsalted Peanuts, the advice is to store the product in a cool, dark and dry place and close the pack securely after use; PLUS advises storing it in a dry, dark place. These instructions don’t specify a set storage life for all opened peanut packs.