Heading out without any preparation
You want to take a sealed peanut snack with you without weighing out portions at home. An individual pack is a handy option; just check how much it contains. Sligro lists a box of 20 packs, each containing 60 g.
Which pack is best for you?
Choosing your own portion
You’d rather choose unsalted peanuts and divide a larger pack into small containers in advance. That way, you can decide how much to take on your picnic. PLUS, Albert Heijn and Jumbo list 250 g bags of unsalted peanuts; always follow the advice on the specific pack.
A picnic with a mixed group
You’re buying for several people and need to consider allergens and young children. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against giving whole peanuts or nuts to children under 4 because of the risk of choking. Check the allergen information for the exact product, too.
What should you look out for when choosing?
First decide whether you want to take packs with you as they are or portion them out at home. Then check the amount in each pack, the ingredients and who’ll be sharing them.
The percentages in each row show how many consumers prioritise that factor in this picnic scenario.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this more important for? |
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| Ready to take with you | Check how many individual packs there are and the weight of each one. | If I want to take a sealed snack with me without any preparation, I find a pre-packed option handy. Around 29% of consumers put convenience on the go first. |
| Portion and ingredients | Compare the pack weight with how much you want to eat, and read the ingredients. | If I want to decide how much to take and would rather choose unsalted peanuts, portioning them myself suits my plans better. Around 23% of consumers prioritise portion control and unsalted ingredients. |
| Suitable for everyone | Read the allergen information and take young children into account. | If I’m buying for other people, I want to know whether the snack is suitable for everyone who’ll be eating it. Around 18% of consumers say suitability for the group is their top consideration. |
| Flavour and texture | Check whether they’re plain peanuts, a seasoned variety or coated in batter. | If I’m mainly looking for a spicy flavour or a crunchy coating, I compare that variety with plain peanuts. Around 12% of consumers put flavour and texture first. |
| Pack and quantity | Compare the pack size with what you actually need for your picnic. | If I want to avoid taking more than we’ll use, I check how much is in each bag or box. Around 18% of consumers say the amount they can use is the deciding factor. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a small pack is automatically a suitable portion
The Duyvis pack described contains 60 g bags. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses a handful of 25 g as a reference amount in its nutrition information, so 60 g isn’t automatically a suitable amount for everyone.
Choose based on how much you want to take and eat, rather than words such as ‘small pack’ or ‘portion pack’.
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Assuming a recall applies to every peanut product from a brand
The Albert Heijn warning concerns AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026. It doesn’t automatically apply to other AH peanut products.
Check the product name, pack type and exact date. Don’t eat the affected pack, and follow Albert Heijn’s recall procedure.
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Treating plain peanuts and coated snacks as the same product
Seasoned or batter-coated peanut snacks have different ingredients from plain peanuts. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives different storage advice for opened borrelnootjes (coated party snacks) and plain salted peanuts.
Read the ingredients and storage advice on the specific pack. Don’t automatically apply storage times for borrelnootjes to plain peanuts.
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Comparing only the pack size
A box of individual packs and a single bag of peanuts are different ways of selling the product. With a larger bag, you’ll need to portion them yourself; a portion pack contains a set amount in each bag.
Compare the total contents and number of portions with what you want to take on your picnic.
A guide to the brands
Duyvis
The range includes various peanut snacks and a salted option in individual packs: 20 packs of 60 g.
- The individual packs are handy for taking with you without weighing out portions in advance.
- Each pack contains a fixed amount, and the option listed contains salt. Duyvis describes various preparation methods; this isn’t an independent taste review.
Albert Heijn
The AH product described is a 250 g bag of unsalted peanuts, roasted in sunflower oil.
- A larger bag may be a good choice if you want to portion the peanuts yourself.
- The bag listed isn’t an individual serving pack. The safety warning for AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with the date 04-11-2026 concerns a different, specific product.
Jumbo
The Jumbo product described is a 250 g pack of unsalted peanuts.
- The product information lists 99.5% peanuts and sunflower oil.
- You’ll need to portion the contents yourself. The product information says it contains peanuts and may contain nuts; unsalted doesn’t mean allergen-free.
Lidl
Lidl lists unsalted peanuts and also describes Alesto Cruspies as peanuts in a seasoned batter coating.
- The product listing gives you options for both plain unsalted peanuts and a coated snack.
- Check the exact pack and ingredients; the product information for the unsalted option doesn’t specify a pack weight here.
ALDI
The 250 g pack of unsalted roasted peanuts described carries the Trader Joe’s brand name.
- The larger bag may suit you if you want to portion the peanuts yourself.
- The product listing doesn’t confirm that these peanuts come in individual packs for taking with you.
PLUS
The PLUS product described is a 250 g bag of unsalted peanuts.
- The ingredients list states 99% peanuts and sunflower oil.
- You’ll need to portion them yourself for smaller servings on the go. PLUS advises storing the peanuts in a cool, dry place away from light.
Peanuts at Joybuy
A selection of Joybuy peanut products for a picnic in the park. Check that the size and ingredients of each pack suit your plans.
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WANT WANT Tiaodou Crispy Peanuts 50G
The 50 g pack is a ready-to-eat snack that’s easy to take with you.
The product information lists 70% peanuts and a crispy coating with chilli, soy sauce and salt.
Contains peanuts, wheat and soya.
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Duyvis Borrelnootjes Poeta 275g
This coated peanut snack is a ready-to-eat option if you’re looking for a seasoned, crunchy coating.
The product information lists 51% peanuts and ingredients including wheat, milk and herbs and spices.
Contains peanuts, milk, gluten (wheat) and celery; may contain traces of soya, mustard and other nuts.
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g'woon Unsalted Peanuts 250g
A bag of unsalted peanuts may suit you if you want to portion them yourself.
The product information lists a 250 g bag containing 99% peanuts and sunflower oil.
Contains peanuts and may contain traces of cashew nuts. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against giving whole peanuts or nuts to children under 4 because of the risk of choking.
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Duyvis Salted Peanuts 370 g
This larger pack of salted peanuts may suit you if you want to take several portions or portion them yourself.
The product information lists peanuts, sunflower oil and salt.
Contains peanuts and may contain other nuts. The product information includes a warning for children under 5.
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KOH-KAE Coated Peanuts Thai Mix Spicy 110g
The product information describes this as a coated peanut snack with Thai seasoning, suitable for taking with you or sharing.
According to the product information, the crispy coating contains chilli, garlic, onion and soya.
Contains peanuts, wheat and soya.
Frequently asked questions
Is a 60 g bag automatically one serving?
No. 60 g is the weight of the Duyvis bag described, but it isn’t automatically a suitable amount for everyone. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses a handful of 25 g as a reference amount in its nutrition information; decide for yourself how much you want to take and eat.
Can young children eat whole peanuts?
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against giving whole peanuts or nuts to children under 4 because of the risk of choking. If you’re having a picnic, consider offering these children something with a different texture.
What should I check for allergens in peanut snacks?
Read the allergen information on the exact pack, including for coated or seasoned varieties. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority requires allergens to be clearly and correctly listed on food labels. Peanuts themselves are an allergen.
What should I do with AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts dated 04-11-2026?
Don’t eat the tub with exactly that best-before date. Albert Heijn has recalled this specific product because it may contain metal particles; the warning doesn’t apply to all AH peanut products. Albert Heijn says you can return the product to a shop for a refund; for online purchases, the retailer describes a form-based process.
How should I store peanuts after opening?
Follow the storage advice on the specific pack. For salted peanuts, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing them in a cool, dark and dry place; PLUS advises keeping the unsalted bag described in a dry place away from light. Don’t automatically apply the advice for opened borrelnootjes to plain peanuts.