Regular film-night sharers
You share snacks during film nights and are looking for a large bag to suit your group. Also think about how you’ll reseal and store any leftovers once the bag is open.
Who are the different pack sizes for?
Occasional snackers
You’d rather not open more than you’ll use, or you’re looking for packs you can hand out individually. Smaller retail packs and Duyvis 60 g bags offer different quantities to choose from.
Those who prefer unsalted
You’re looking for an unsalted option in a size that suits how you’ll use it. Jumbo and PLUS offer unsalted 500 g bags; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre includes unsalted nuts in its Wheel of Five.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide which type and quantity you want, then check whether the pack suits sharing, storage and the people you’ll be sharing with.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this most important for? |
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| How much you’ll use | Match the contents to the number of people sharing and how much you usually open. | If I’m considering a large bag, I want to avoid having more left open than we can use. Around 29% of consumers prioritise how much they’ll actually use. |
| Bag size and storage | Choose a size that suits how you’ll use it; store opened peanuts in a well-sealed container in a cool, dark, dry place. | If I only snack occasionally, a smaller amount may suit how much I open better. Around 23% of consumers prioritise how much is opened at once and can be stored properly. |
| Salted or unsalted | Choose the type you want first, then compare packs of the same kind. | If I want unsalted peanuts, I don’t want to choose based on bag size alone. Around 18% of consumers prioritise choosing between salted and unsalted. |
| Handing out individual portions | Check how many bags are in a multipack and how many grams each one contains. | If I want to hand out snacks individually, separate bags are more practical than one shared bag. Around 18% of consumers prioritise handing snacks out or opening them separately. |
| Suitable for your group | Keep whole peanuts away from young children and check the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack. | If children or anyone with a relevant allergy will be sharing, I first check that the snack format and label information are suitable. Around 12% of consumers make suitability for their group their main consideration. |
Common buying mistakes
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Choosing a small pack for young children
A smaller bag doesn’t reduce the choking risk posed by whole peanuts. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre warns against giving children whole nuts and peanuts.
Don’t choose whole peanuts as a film-night snack for young children.
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Choosing a large bag without thinking about how much you’ll use
The quantity and type together determine whether a pack suits your film night. A larger bag also means bringing more home at once.
Compare the same type of peanuts and choose an amount you expect to use.
Any leftovers from an opened bag need to be sealed and stored properly. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises keeping peanuts in a cool, dark, dry place.
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Not sealing an opened bag properly
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, peanuts that taste rancid, feel chewy or have mould on them may have spoiled.
Store the rest in a well-sealed container in a cool, dark, dry place, and follow the instructions on the packaging.
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Assuming a multipack tells you how much to eat
The Duyvis box described by HANOS contains 20 bags of 60 g. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 g as a reference for a handful; pack size doesn’t determine how much everyone should eat.
Choose individual bags for handing out, and consider the quantity separately from the convenience of the packaging.
This box contains 1,200 g in total.
Brands to consider
Duyvis
Duyvis lists salted peanuts in various sizes, from 60 g bags to larger packs. HANOS also describes a box containing 20 bags of 60 g.
- The different sizes offer a choice of quantities to open or hand out.
- Packaging information isn’t an independent taste review; check that the total quantity suits how much you’ll use.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn’s range page lists salted peanuts in 250 g and 500 g packs.
- There are two listed quantities to compare.
- Range information doesn’t tell you whether a product is available at a particular location.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists salted peanuts in 250 g and 500 g bags, and unsalted peanuts in a 500 g bag.
- The listed sizes make it possible to compare packs within the same type.
- The unsalted 500g option lists peanuts and sunflower oil, and may contain other nuts. Check the label on the packaging.
PLUS
PLUS lists salted and unsalted peanuts in 500 g bags.
- You can compare the salted and unsalted options in the same pack size.
- Ingredients vary by type; the salted version states that it may contain cashew nuts.
ALDI
ALDI’s Dutch product page lists TRADER JOE’S roasted, salted peanuts in a 500 g pack.
- The listed size may suit you if you’re looking for a larger bag.
- ALDI is the retailer and TRADER JOE’S is the product name on the page; this doesn’t tell you about the full range.
Lidl
Lidl’s Dutch product page lists 285 g of unsalted peanuts and says this option is available in store only.
- This size offers a smaller quantity than a 500 g bag.
- This information applies to the listed product, not Lidl’s full range.
Peanuts on Joybuy
These Joybuy products include salted and coated peanuts, as well as in-shell options, in a range of pack sizes.
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Duyvis Salted Peanuts, 370 g
A 370 g bag of salted peanuts to consider if you’re looking for a medium-sized pack for a film night.
The product information lists peanuts and warns that the product may contain other nuts.
Seal the pack securely after opening.
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Duyvis Coated Peanuts Provençal, 275 g
The 275 g pack is a smaller option; the coated Provençal variety is different from plain peanuts.
The product information lists peanuts and wheat, and warns that it may contain milk, nuts, soya and mustard.
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Lao Jie Kou Yashi Xiang Tea-Infused Roasted Peanuts, 500 g
A 500 g pack of roasted peanuts with a tea aroma, for anyone looking for a flavoured option to share.
The peanuts are in their shells, so you’ll need to shell them first. Keep whole peanuts away from young children.
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G’woon Peanuts in Shell, 500 g
The 500 g bag is a larger quantity for sharing if you’re looking for peanuts in their shells.
You’ll need to shell the peanuts first. The product information mentions possible traces of nuts; keep whole peanuts away from young children.
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WITHYOUNG Multiflavour Peanuts, 500 g
This coated 500 g option may suit you if you’re looking for a different flavour and texture from plain peanuts.
The product information lists peanuts and wheat (gluten).
Frequently asked questions
How can I tell if a large bag is right for my film night?
Check whether the amount suits the number of people sharing and how many peanuts you’re likely to use. Compare the same type and think about how you’ll store any leftovers from an opened bag.
Do peanuts need to go in the fridge after opening?
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing salted peanuts in a well-sealed container in a cool, dark, dry place. Follow the storage instructions on the packaging too; this advice doesn’t mean they always need to be refrigerated.
Is a 60 g bag of peanuts one recommended portion?
No, pack size isn’t automatically a recommended portion. HANOS lists Duyvis 60 g bags; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 g as a reference for a handful, not as personal advice for everyone.
Are small bags of whole peanuts suitable for young children?
A small pack doesn’t remove the choking risk posed by whole peanuts. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre warns against giving children whole nuts and peanuts; don’t choose whole peanuts as a film-night snack for young children.
Can I take my own peanuts to a cinema?
Check the house rules of the cinema you’re visiting. Pathé Business’s FAQ states that visitors on school trips are not allowed to consume their own food and drink in the cinema; this rule applies to that context and isn’t a general Dutch law.