Choose a large bag if you’re sharing it with several people and can seal the rest properly. For a small group, a smaller pack is more practical if you want to avoid leftovers. Choose unsalted peanuts if you don’t want added salt, and check the ingredients of seasoned or coated varieties.
If you’re putting peanuts out for several people, compare the pack sizes of the same type of peanut and choose an amount that suits your group. Product ranges from Jumbo, ALDI and Albert Heijn show a variety of pack sizes.
If you’re looking for peanuts with no added salt, check the ingredients for the exact variety. Jumbo, PLUS and the Netherlands Nutrition Centre provide information about unsalted peanuts and nuts.
If you’re watching on your own or with a small group, weigh up how much you want against how well you can seal and store any leftovers. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends keeping unsalted peanuts in a cool, dark, dry place in a tightly sealed container.
First decide what type of peanuts your group would like, then choose a pack that suits how much you’re likely to get through and the space you have to store any leftovers.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Pack size | Compare the net weight of the same type of peanut and think about how many will be eaten during your match-night gathering. | I want enough to share without buying more than we’ll use. Around 36% of consumers focus mainly on the quantity in relation to the purchase. |
| No added salt | Read the ingredients list for the exact variety; don’t rely on the product name alone. | If I want peanuts with no added salt, I check the ingredients on the pack. Around 29% of consumers focus mainly on whether the product is unsalted. |
| Quantity and storage | Estimate how much you’ll get through and check how you can seal and store an opened pack. | I don’t want to be left with a large amount that’s difficult to store after the match. Around 21% of consumers focus mainly on getting the right quantity and storing leftovers. |
| Flavour and texture | Choose between plain, marinated or coated peanuts, and check the ingredients and allergen information for that variety. | If my group wants a particular flavour or crunchy texture, I choose accordingly. Around 14% of consumers focus mainly on flavour or texture. |
A small pack and a large pack don’t contain the same amount. Comparing only the price per bag won’t tell you how many peanuts you’re taking home.
Compare packs of the same type of peanut and choose a size that suits your group and how much you expect to use.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists mould and rancidity as signs that peanuts have spoiled.
Follow the storage instructions on the pack and seal any leftovers properly. For unsalted peanuts, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing them in a cool, dark, dry place in a tightly sealed container.
A batter coating or marinade means the ingredients are different from those in plain peanuts.
First choose the type of snack you want, then read the ingredients and allergen information for the exact variety.
On 20 May 2026, Albert Heijn issued a warning about AH Pinda’s extra groot gezouten in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026 because it may contain metal particles. The warning applies to that specific pack and date.
Check the product name, packaging and best-before date. Do not eat a pack that matches this warning exactly.
Duyvis describes plain, marinated and coated peanuts as different product types. For salted peanuts, the manufacturer lists pack sizes including 60 g, 100 g, 235 g and 370 g.
According to Albert Heijn’s product range, its AH own-brand salted peanuts are available in 250 g and 500 g packs.
Jumbo offers plain salted and unsalted peanuts in 500 g multipacks. The ingredients for the unsalted variety list 99.5% peanuts and sunflower oil.
According to the product information, ALDI sells roasted and salted Trader Joe’s peanuts in a 500 g pack.
PLUS own-brand salted and unsalted peanuts are listed in 500 g bags. The unsalted variety lists 99% peanuts and sunflower oil.
The Dutch Alesto brand page describes Cruspies as peanuts in a spicy batter coating.
This selection of Joybuy products ranges from smaller bags of salted or roasted peanuts to a larger pack of peanuts in their shells and a seasoned, coated variety.
Image unavailable
A smaller pack for a group that doesn’t need a large supply of peanuts.
The product description lists 7–8 servings, peanuts and sunflower oil. May contain traces of other nuts; not suitable for people with a peanut allergy.
Image unavailable
A smaller snack pack for anyone who wants to share or serve roasted peanuts straight away.
The product description lists 7–8 servings and says the peanuts are ready to eat. May contain traces of other nuts; not suitable for people with a peanut allergy.
Image unavailable
A medium-sized pack for a group wanting to share plain salted peanuts.
The product description lists peanuts, sunflower oil and salt. Not recommended for children under 5 due to the risk of choking. May contain traces of other nuts; not suitable for people with a peanut allergy.
Image unavailable
A larger pack for anyone wanting to serve peanuts in their shells.
The product description lists peanuts as an ingredient and recommends sealing the pack tightly after opening. May contain traces of other nuts; not suitable for people with a peanut allergy.
Image unavailable
A seasoned, coated snack for anyone looking for a different texture from plain peanuts.
The product description lists 33% peanuts and a crunchy coating containing ingredients including salt and chilli powder. Contains peanuts and wheat (gluten); not suitable for anyone allergic to these ingredients.
Jumbo’s 500 g pack of unsalted peanuts lists around 17 servings of 30 g. Use this as a guide when planning: the amount you need also depends on what other snacks you’re serving and how much people eat.
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, store unsalted peanuts in a cool, dark, dry place in a tightly sealed container. Also follow the storage instructions on your pack; mouldy or rancid peanuts aren’t suitable to keep as leftovers.
No. Unsalted peanuts still contain the peanut allergen. The Food Allergy Foundation warns that even a tiny amount can cause a serious reaction in some people; don’t serve peanuts to anyone with a peanut allergy.
Bear the risk of choking in mind: Jumbo’s product page includes a warning about this for young children. Joybuy’s product information for the 370 g Duyvis peanuts specifically says the product isn’t recommended for children under 5; this age guidance applies to that product listing.
Don’t eat AH Pinda’s extra groot gezouten in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026. On 20 May 2026, Albert Heijn announced that this specific pack was being recalled because it may contain metal particles.
