Heading out without any prep
You want to pop an individual pack in with your lunch. Check the weight per pack and how many packs you have to order at once.
Who are these options for?
A small unsalted portion
You want to choose the amount yourself and prefer unsalted peanuts. A larger pack can be used as a supply to weigh out portions in advance.
A savoury snack
You’re mainly looking for salted peanuts or a crisp, spicy coating, and want to distinguish these options from plain unsalted peanuts.
What should you look for when choosing?
An individual salted pack
A good fit if: you want something to take with you straight away, without weighing it at home. Duyvis lists a 60 g salted pack.
The trade-off: JIP SNEL lists an order quantity of 20 for the pack reviewed; at 60 g, it’s also more than the 25 g handful used in the Voedingscentrum’s general reference.
Taking your own unsalted portion
A good fit if: you want unsalted peanuts and prefer to choose the amount yourself. Jumbo and PLUS both confirm 250 g packs of unsalted peanuts.
The trade-off: you’ll need to weigh and pack the portion yourself at home.
Peanuts with a crisp coating
A good fit if: you prefer a spicy dough coating; Lidl describes Alesto Cruspies as peanuts with this kind of coating.
The trade-off: this is a different type of snack from plain unsalted peanuts, so check the ingredients and allergens for the option you choose.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
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| Amount per pack | Compare the weight of each inner pack with the amount you want to take with you. Duyvis lists 60 g; the Voedingscentrum uses 25 g as a handful in its general nutritional reference. | I want to take a pack with me without weighing it at home, and know how much I’m carrying. Around 36% of consumers prioritise convenience and knowing the amount they’re taking. |
| Unsalted option | Check that the pack is genuinely unsalted; for exact nutritional information, check the label on that particular option. | If I want to take unsalted peanuts regularly, I’d rather weigh them out myself than choose a salted option. Around 29% of consumers prioritise an unsalted option. |
| Flavour and coating | Read the ingredients and allergen information for the exact option, especially if it has a spicy dough coating. | I’m looking for a particular savoury flavour or crisp coating and don’t want to choose plain unsalted peanuts by mistake. Around 21% of consumers prioritise flavour or a coating. |
| Stock and order quantity | Compare the number of packs per order with the total weight of a larger pack. Once opened, follow the storage advice on the label. | When I’m planning several lunches, I want to know how much I’m ordering at once and how to store the rest. Around 14% of consumers prioritise stock and order quantity. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a small pack means a small portion
The 60 g pack listed by Duyvis is larger than the 25 g handful used by the Voedingscentrum in its general nutritional reference. Pack size and the amount you choose to eat aren’t the same thing.
First decide how much you want to take with you, then compare the weight per inner pack. If you’d rather measure it out yourself, a larger pack that you portion separately may suit you better.
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Confusing the weight per pack with the order quantity
JIP SNEL lists a pack size of 20 for the 60 g Duyvis pack reviewed. The number of packs per order is a separate consideration from the weight of each pack.
Check the seller’s order quantity before you buy, and compare packs on a like-for-like basis.
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Assuming all peanut options are the same kind of snack
Duyvis Gezouten and Lidl Alesto Cruspies are made differently: Lidl describes Cruspies as peanuts with a spicy dough coating. Their ingredients and allergens may therefore differ.
Compare like-for-like snacks and read the label on the exact pack. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergen information for pre-packed products appears on the label.
Brands to consider
Duyvis
Worth considering if you’re looking for an individual salted snack pack. Duyvis lists a 60 g option, among others.
- The manufacturer lists peanuts, sunflower oil and salt as ingredients.
- JIP SNEL lists an order quantity of 20 for the pack reviewed; the 60 g weight is not the same as the 25 g handful in the Voedingscentrum’s general reference.
Albert Heijn
The own-brand unsalted range is an option if you’re looking for a larger pack to portion yourself. The range search page lists 250 g and 500 g options, among others.
- These pack sizes are suited to weighing out portions from a larger supply.
- An Albert Heijn safety notice dated 20 May 2026 concerned AH Pinda’s extra groot gezouten in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026. The notice applies to that specific option and date, not automatically to all AH peanuts.
Jumbo
Jumbo Pinda’s Ongezouten 250 g is a larger-pack option if you want to weigh out your own portions at home to take with you.
- The brand’s product page confirms that it’s unsalted and contains 250 g.
- This isn’t an individual lunch pack; you’ll need to portion it yourself if you want a smaller amount.
Lidl
Lidl lists unsalted peanuts and also describes Alesto Cruspies as having a spicy dough coating.
- The difference between plain peanuts and a coated option makes it easier to choose the type of snack you’re after.
- Check the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information on the pack for the exact option.
Aldi
ALDI lists 250 g of Trader Joe’s unsalted peanuts, suitable for portions you weigh out yourself.
- The brand’s product page confirms the brand, unsalted option and weight.
- A 250 g bag is a larger pack, not an individual pack to take with you.
PLUS
PLUS Pinda’s ongezouten 250 g is a larger-pack option if you prefer to weigh out portions at home.
- The brand’s product page confirms that it’s unsalted and contains 250 g.
- Check the pack for the latest product information; this isn’t an individual lunch pack.
Peanuts at Joybuy
These options include ready-to-eat salted or seasoned peanut snacks, as well as larger bags of peanuts that you can portion yourself. Check the flavour, ingredients and any allergens for each product.
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ChaCha salted peanuts with Sichuan pepper, 130 g
An option if you’re looking for a ready-to-eat salted peanut snack with Sichuan pepper.
The pack contains 130 g. It includes a desiccant, which is not edible.
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WANT WANT Tiaodou Crispy Peanuts, 50 g
A 50 g bag for anyone looking for a crisp, spicy and savoury peanut snack to take with them.
The product description mentions a crisp coating, chilli and 70% peanuts. Wheat and soya are listed as allergens; check the pack if this is relevant to you.
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Dahaoda Crispy Butterfly Peanuts, spicy flavour, 65 g
A spicy option to consider if you’re looking for a seasoned snack in a 65 g bag.
The product name specifies the crispy butterfly option, the flavour and the 65 g pack size.
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g’woon unsalted peanuts, 250 g
A larger pack of unsalted peanuts if you want to weigh out your own portion to take with you.
The product description lists 99% peanuts and sunflower oil. The product may contain cashew nuts; check the pack if this is relevant to you.
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Duyvis roasted peanuts, 225 g
A pack to plan ahead for several snack breaks; the product description lists 7–8 portions.
You’ll need to portion it yourself if you want to take a smaller amount with you. The product description advises against giving this product to children under 5 due to the risk of choking.
Frequently asked questions
Is a 60 g pack the same as one handful of peanuts?
No. For its general nutritional table for unsalted peanuts, the Voedingscentrum uses a 25 g handful; Duyvis lists 60 g as the pack size. This is a difference in quantity, not an exact nutritional comparison for a specific brand.
Can I order one pack if the product name says 60 g?
Not necessarily. JIP SNEL lists an order quantity of 20 for the 60 g Duyvis pack reviewed. So if you’re preparing lunch for just a few days, check the seller’s order quantity first.
Where can I check allergens in coated peanuts?
Read the label on the exact option. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergen information for pre-packed products must appear on the label. A spicy dough coating may contain different ingredients from plain peanuts, so don’t rely on the product or brand name alone.
Which safety notice applies to AH Pinda’s extra groot gezouten?
On 20 May 2026, Albert Heijn published a safety notice about AH Pinda’s extra groot gezouten in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026, due to possible metal fragments. Check that the notice matches the option and date on your pack; it doesn’t automatically apply to all AH peanuts.
How should I store an opened pack of peanuts?
For the Duyvis product reviewed, HANOS advises storing it in a cool, dry place and keeping an opened pack in a light- and airtight container. For other products, follow the storage advice on the pack.