Stock-up shoppers
If your household gets through peanuts regularly, you can compare pack weights and prices per kilo. A large bag is an option, but it won’t necessarily be cheaper at every shop.
Who are these options for?
Occasional snackers
If you only have a late-night snack now and then, a smaller pack may better suit the amount you want to buy. Also think about how you’ll seal and store an opened bag.
Mindful evening snackers
If you want to choose between salted and unsalted peanuts, check the ingredients and nutritional information for the specific variety. Measuring out a portion can help you keep track of how much you eat.
What should you look for when buying?
First compare the variety and pack size with what you use at home, then check the price per kilo and storage instructions.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
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| Value per kilo | Compare the same flavour variety by net weight and price per kilo; remember to factor in any order or delivery charges separately. | If you buy peanuts regularly, you’ll want to know whether a larger bag really works out cheaper per kilo. Around 36% of consumers give the price per kilo top priority. |
| How much you’ll use | Match the weight to how much you eat and how you can store an opened bag. | If you only buy peanuts occasionally, a smaller bag may be a better fit for how much you want to open and finish. Around 29% of consumers give having the right amount in stock top priority. |
| Variety and portion size | Check whether salt is listed in the ingredients, and look at the nutritional information for the exact variety and portion size. | If you want to choose between salted and unsalted peanuts mindfully and decide how much to snack on, check both. Around 21% of consumers give the variety and portion size top priority. |
| Flavour | Start by choosing salted or unsalted; also check whether the peanuts are roasted or prepared another way. | If you’re mainly after a particular savoury flavour, compare varieties within that flavour choice rather than looking only at the weight. Around 14% of consumers give their preferred flavour top priority. |
Common buying mistakes
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Assuming unsalted means allergen-free
Unsalted peanuts still contain peanuts. Packaging may also warn that other nuts could be present.
Check the allergen information on the pack, especially if you’re sharing snacks.
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Treating ‘bulk pack’ as proof of better value
The pack name and weight alone don’t tell you whether a bag is cheaper per kilo than a smaller pack.
Compare the same variety by net weight and price per kilo, and check any ordering conditions.
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Treating a large bag as one snack portion
The weight of the bag isn’t the same as the amount you’ll want to eat at one time. The Voedingscentrum uses 25 g as a handful in its general nutrition table; this isn’t a personal portion recommendation.
Put some in a bowl beforehand and seal the rest properly.
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Not sealing an opened bag properly
Peanuts are susceptible to mould and can absorb odours from other foods.
Following the Voedingscentrum’s advice, store them in a cool, dark, dry place in an airtight container.
Brands and shops to compare
Duyvis
Duyvis lists salted peanuts in several pack sizes.
- Product information includes pack sizes of 235 g and 370 g.
- The salted variety contains peanuts, sunflower oil and salt; taste is a matter of personal preference.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn sells its own-brand peanuts in salted and unsalted varieties.
- The range includes pack sizes of 250 g and 500 g.
- Check the latest product information and availability for the shop or order you’re using.
Jumbo
Jumbo offers salted and unsalted own-brand peanuts in bulk packs.
- Product information lists a 500 g pack for both varieties.
- Jumbo lists peanuts and sunflower oil in the unsalted variety; the salted variety also contains salt. Both list peanuts as an allergen and warn that other nuts may be present.
Lidl
Lidl lists salted and unsalted peanuts in different pack sizes.
- Product information includes 500 g of roasted, salted peanuts and a 285 g unsalted variety.
- Lidl says these are sold in store; this doesn’t confirm stock at a specific branch.
ALDI
ALDI sells roasted, salted peanuts under the TRADER JOE’S name.
- Product information describes a 500 g pack.
- The product name and pack size don’t indicate whether you’ll like the flavour.
PLUS
PLUS sells its own-brand unsalted peanuts in several pack sizes.
- Product information lists 250 g and 500 g packs; the price per kilo can help you compare them.
- PLUS notes that local prices and the price at the time of delivery may vary.
Peanuts at Joybuy
This selection ranges from smaller bags of unsalted peanuts to larger packs, as well as savoury options and varieties you can prepare yourself. So pay attention to the pack size, ingredients and any preparation you’ll need to do.
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g’woon unsalted peanuts 250 g
The 250 g pack is a smaller option for a snack; the ingredients list 99% peanuts and sunflower oil.
May contain cashew nuts.
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Duyvis salted peanuts 370 g
This salted variety is a good fit if you’re after a savoury peanut snack; the pack contains 370 g.
Product information lists peanuts, sunflower oil and salt. Contains peanuts and may contain other nuts. The pack warns of a choking hazard for children under 5.
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Lao Jie Kou Yashi Xiang roasted tea-flavoured peanuts 500 g
The pack contains 500 g of roasted peanuts, described as suitable for snacking or sharing.
The ingredients list 96% peanuts, salt and tea. The pack contains a sachet of desiccant, which must not be eaten.
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g’woon peanuts in shell 500 g
The pack contains 500 g of peanuts in their shells; bear in mind you’ll need to shell them before eating.
May contain traces of other nuts.
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Golden Turtle Premium unroasted peanuts with skins 500 g
This pack contains 500 g of unroasted peanuts with their skins on; the description suggests roasting them as one way to prepare a snack.
The ingredients list peanuts. Bear in mind that you’ll need to prepare them before snacking.
Frequently asked questions
How many 25 g portions can you get from a 500 g bag?
That works out at 20 portions of 25 g. The Voedingscentrum uses 25 g as a handful in its general nutrition table; this isn’t personal advice to eat that amount every evening.
How should you store an opened bag of salted peanuts?
Store peanuts in a cool, dark, dry place in an airtight container, and follow the advice on the pack too. For opened salted peanuts, the Voedingscentrum gives six months in a kitchen cupboard as a general storage guideline; the quality may deteriorate.
What should you look for in peanut allergen information?
Peanuts are an allergen, so check the allergen information on the pack for the exact variety. The NVWA states that prepacked products must show allergen information on the label; details about the possible presence of other nuts can vary by product.
What allergen information must a Dutch seller provide?
The NVWA requires information about the 14 allergens covered by law, including peanuts. For prepacked products, this information must appear on the label. Rules on warnings about the unintended presence of allergens due to cross-contamination also apply from 1 January 2026; this is different from peanuts deliberately added as an ingredient.
Can you return peanuts bought online after tasting them?
Don’t assume you can. When you buy from a professional seller at a distance, you generally have a 14-day cooling-off period, but there are exceptions, including for goods that spoil quickly. Your Europe explains these general rules; check the applicable terms and any return costs for your order before buying.