Choose plain, unsalted peanuts if you want to avoid added salt, but don’t consider them low in calories: compare the kcal per 100 g, then work out how much energy is in your weighed portion. If a child is eating them too, check the texture and allergens first; according to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, children under 4 should not be given whole peanuts.
Would you like to eat peanuts during your days off and calculate the energy in your portion? Compare the kcal per 100 g, then weigh the amount you’ll actually serve. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 157 kcal for 25 g of unsalted peanuts; the value for a specific pack may differ.
If a child is eating with you, their age, ability to chew and any allergens all play a part in your choice. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against giving whole peanuts or nuts to children under 4.
An unsalted option may suit you if you’re looking for a simple snack with no added salt. Check the ingredients on the exact pack, and think about how you’ll divide and store the contents across different snack times.
First compare the ingredients and declared nutritional values per 100 g. Then decide on your portion and, if children are eating too, check the texture and allergens.
| Consideration | What should you check? | Who is this relevant to? |
|---|---|---|
| Energy per portion | Compare the kcal per 100 g and calculate the energy for the weight you serve. | If I want to know how much energy is in my own snack portion, I check both the nutritional values and the weighed amount. Around 39% of consumers say the energy in a portion is their top priority. |
| Unsalted ingredients | Read the ingredients list and nutrition table for the exact product; unsalted doesn’t automatically mean oil-free or low in calories. | For regular snacking, I want a simple option with no added salt and to know what else it contains. Around 23% of consumers prioritise the ingredients. |
| Texture and allergens | Don’t give whole peanuts to children under 4; also check the allergen information on the pack. | When children are eating too, I want to take their age, ability to chew and any allergies into account. For around 23% of consumers, whether a product is suitable for children is the deciding priority. |
| Portioning and storage | Compare the net weight, plan your portions and follow the storage advice on the pack. | If I want to divide the bag across several snack times, the amount needs to suit how I’ll use it, and I need to know how to store the rest. Around 15% of consumers prioritise this practical aspect. |
No added salt doesn’t make peanuts low in calories. The plain unsalted products checked list 602 to 625 kcal per 100 g.
Compare the nutritional values per 100 g and calculate the energy in your own portion. Treat salt and energy as separate things to consider.
An average portion or an adult reference intake isn’t personal advice for a child. Needs vary from child to child.
First check whether the texture is suitable and adjust the amount to suit the child; at most, use a portion shown on the label as a basis for your calculation.
A crunchy coating changes the ingredients. Albert Heijn’s product page for the Cocktail variety lists peanuts, wheat and milk among its allergens.
Read the nutrition table, ingredients list and allergen information for the exact product before comparing it with plain peanuts.
The net weight isn’t the same as a portion. For example, Albert Heijn lists 20 portions of 25 g for its 500 g pack.
Divide the contents into amounts that suit your planned snack times, and follow the storage advice on the pack.
The range includes plain unsalted and salted peanuts, as well as peanuts with a crunchy coating. The shape and flavour can help you narrow down your options.
The own-brand range includes unsalted peanuts in a 500 g pack.
The 250 g pack of unsalted peanuts is an option to compare if you’re looking for a plain variety.
The Dutch range page lists unsalted peanuts.
The Dutch product page describes Trader Joe’s roasted, unsalted peanuts in a 250 g pack.
PLUS Unsalted Peanuts 250 g is a plain unsalted option that you can portion yourself.
The selection includes plain unsalted peanuts, peanuts in their shells and seasoned varieties. Compare the nutritional information and ingredients listed for the variety that suits your snack time; if children are eating too, also consider their age and the texture.
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A plain unsalted option if you want to calculate the energy in a weighed portion.
The product information lists 99% peanuts, sunflower oil and 0.02 g salt per 100 g.
The energy is listed as 2690 kJ per 100 g. Don’t give whole peanuts to children under 4.
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An option if you’re looking for peanuts in their shells; the nutritional values can help you calculate the energy in a weighed portion.
The product information lists peanuts as the ingredient, 0.12 g salt per 100 g and 2515 kJ per 100 g.
Don’t give whole peanuts to children under 4.
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A roasted, unsalted option if you want to compare the nutritional values per 100 g with other choices.
The product information lists 100% peanuts, 626 kcal, 8.5 g fibre and 26 g protein per 100 g.
Don’t give whole peanuts to children under 4.
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A seasoned option if you’re looking for something different from plain unsalted peanuts.
The ingredients information also lists sugar, salt and walnut flavouring; the energy is listed as 2420 kJ per 100 g.
The product information lists peanuts and soya; check the latest allergen information if this is relevant to you.
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A tea-flavoured option if you’re looking for a seasoned snack instead of plain unsalted peanuts.
The product information lists tea, salt, sweetener and flavour enhancers; the nutrition table lists 544 kcal per 100 g.
Don’t give whole peanuts to children under 4.
No, the plain unsalted products checked aren’t low in calories. The product pages for Jumbo, Albert Heijn and PLUS list 602 to 625 kcal per 100 g for the varieties reviewed. According to the European Commission, the claim ‘low energy’ may only be used for solid foods containing no more than 40 kcal (170 kJ) per 100 g. A smaller portion doesn’t change the nutritional value per 100 g.
Multiply the kcal per 100 g shown on the pack by the weight of your portion in grams, then divide by 100. Use the value for the exact variety; a portion shown on a product page is an example calculation, not personal advice.
No. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against giving whole peanuts or nuts to children under 4. Choose a suitable ground form or nut butter; older children should eat calmly at the table, and you should stay with them when they’re eating whole nuts.
Check the latest allergen information on every pack. Plain peanuts contain peanuts; the Duyvis Cocktail variety checked also lists milk and wheat, among other allergens. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains that pre-packed products must display allergen information on the label.
Do not eat AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026. On 20 May 2026, Albert Heijn announced a recall of this specific batch due to possible metal fragments. The warning doesn’t automatically apply to other AH peanuts or products with different best-before dates.
