Take them with you without any preparation
You’re looking for a pack you can put straight into your bag while you’re out shopping. Duyvis lists a 60 g salted pack; decide separately how much you want to eat.
Who are these options suitable for?
Measure out your own unsalted peanuts
You want to take unsalted peanuts with you and choose the amount yourself. The Jumbo and PLUS products reviewed come in 250 g bags; Albert Heijn lists a 300 g pack for the product reviewed.
Make several portions from one bag
You want to prepare portions at home for different snack times and be able to seal the rest of the contents properly. Follow the storage instructions on the packaging.
What should you look for when choosing?
For shoppers who take peanuts with them as a snack while shopping, the key consideration is set out below.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this more important to? |
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| Ready to take with you | Check the pack weight and distinguish it from your preferred serving size. Duyvis lists a 60 g salted pack. | If I don’t want to weigh or repack anything before shopping, I need a pack I can take with me straight away. Shoppers who prioritise convenience on the go are expected to make up around 36% of this group. |
| Unsalted and measured out yourself | Check the exact variety, ingredients and any serving information on the label. Albert Heijn lists a 25 g serving on the label for the product reviewed. | If I want to take unsalted peanuts with me, I want to decide how much to measure out myself. Shoppers who choose unsalted peanuts and decide the amount themselves are expected to make up around 29% of this group. |
| Portions from a larger bag | Check the net weight and storage instructions; use a securely sealed container for the portion you take with you. | If I want to prepare several snacks from one bag, I need time at home to measure out portions and store the rest properly. Shoppers who want to make several portions from one pack are expected to make up around 21% of this group. |
| Flavour and texture | Read the flavour description and ingredients list. Duyvis offers, among other options, marinated and coated peanuts; Lidl describes Alesto Cruspies as peanuts in a spiced dough coating. | If I’m after a spicy flavour or a dough coating, I’ll look for a different type of product from plain unsalted peanuts. Shoppers who prioritise flavour and texture are expected to make up around 14% of this group. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a small pack is automatically one serving
The weight of a pack and the serving information on a label answer different questions. Duyvis lists a 60 g pack; Albert Heijn gives a 25 g serving on the label for the product reviewed.
First decide how much you want to take with you or eat, then check whether the pack contains the right amount.
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Choosing based on the brand name alone
The same brand may offer peanuts in packs of different weights. Duyvis lists packs of 60 g, 235 g and 370 g, among others.
Check the exact variety and net weight before choosing a pack.
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Opening a larger bag without a storage routine
For the AH product reviewed, the advice is to store it in a cool, dark, dry place and seal the pack securely after use. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place.
Prepare your portion to take with you in advance, and seal the rest according to the instructions on the packaging.
Brands to consider
Duyvis
Duyvis offers different types of peanuts, including salted, marinated and coated varieties.
- Duyvis lists a 60 g pack of Pinda’s Gezouten (Salted Peanuts). The ingredients are peanuts, sunflower oil and salt.
- The 60 g refers to the pack contents, not a personal serving recommendation. Claims about flavour and quality are made by Duyvis.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists AH Unsalted Peanuts in a 300 g pack.
- The product information gives a serving size of 25 g and 12 servings per pack.
- This is not a separately packed snack-size bag. The recall for AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts concerns a specific tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026, not all AH peanuts.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists Unsalted Peanuts in a 250 g bag.
- The product information lists 99.5% peanuts and sunflower oil.
- The pack is intended for measuring out your own portions, rather than taking individually factory-packed portions with you. The ingredients information lists peanuts as an allergen present and nuts as potentially present.
Lidl
Lidl lists unsalted peanuts and the Alesto range, including Alesto Cruspies.
- Lidl describes Alesto Cruspies as peanuts in a spiced dough coating.
- The description of the crunch comes from the brand. Information about the unsalted variety does not automatically apply to the packaging or ingredients of other Alesto products.
Aldi
Aldi Netherlands lists TRADER JOE’S Roasted Unsalted Peanuts in a 250 g pack.
- The listed pack size and product description make this an option for anyone who wants to measure out their own portions.
- The product brand is TRADER JOE’S; the listing does not guarantee stock in every store. The supplier’s quality description is not an independent assessment.
PLUS
PLUS lists Unsalted Peanuts in a 250 g bag.
- The product information lists 99% peanuts and sunflower oil, and advises storing the product in a dry, dark place.
- This is a larger bag for measuring out your own portions, not an individually factory-packed snack bag. No flavour or quality advantage over other own-brand products has been established.
Peanuts and peanut snacks at Joybuy
Below you’ll find spiced and coated peanut snacks, as well as bags of peanuts to portion out yourself. Pack sizes vary, so check the variety and weight of each product.
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KOH-KAE Coated Peanuts Thai Mix Spicy 110 g
For anyone looking for a spiced, coated peanut snack; the product description mentions chilli, garlic and onion.
The pack contains 110 g. Contains peanuts, wheat and soya.
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Duyvis Poeta Coated Peanuts 275 g
A ready-to-eat spiced coated peanut snack for anyone who doesn’t want to measure out a portion first.
The product description lists 51% peanuts and a savoury spice mix. Contains wheat, milk and celery; possible traces of soya, mustard and other nuts are also mentioned.
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g'woon Unsalted Peanuts 250 g
For anyone who wants to take unsalted peanuts with them and measure out the amount themselves.
The pack contains 250 g; the product description lists 99% peanuts and sunflower oil. Possible traces of cashew nuts are mentioned.
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Duyvis Roasted Peanuts 225 g
For anyone who wants to divide a larger pack between several snack times.
The product description lists 7–8 servings per pack and salt; this is not an unsalted variety.
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Verse Extra Large Unsalted Roasted Peanuts 210 g
An unsalted roasted variety for anyone who wants to choose how much to take with them.
The pack contains 210 g; the product description lists 100% peanuts.
Frequently asked questions
Should you eat a 60 g pack in one go?
No, the pack weight doesn’t determine how much you eat. For example, Albert Heijn lists 25 g as a serving on the label for the product reviewed. Use the information on the packaging as a guide and seal any leftover peanuts securely.
How should you store peanuts after opening?
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging. For the AH product reviewed, the advice is to store it in a cool, dark, dry place and seal the pack securely after use. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place.
What allergen information must be shown on prepacked peanuts?
According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA), allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked products; peanuts are among the allergens that must be listed. Since 1 January 2026, the NVWA has also overseen warnings about allergen cross-contamination. Check the label on the exact pack.
Can you give whole peanuts to a child under 4?
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against giving whole peanuts or nuts to children under 4 because of the risk of choking. Older children can choke too, so make sure they eat calmly at the table and stay with them. A bag of whole peanuts is therefore not a suitable snack to take on the go for a child under 4.
Which peanut recall applies to a specific pack?
On 20 May 2026, Albert Heijn published a recall for AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 4 November 2026 because of possible metal fragments. The warning applies to that specific pack, not all AH peanuts. Do not eat the product; return it to Albert Heijn for a refund of the purchase price.