Studying on the go
You take a lunchbox with you while studying for exams and want to be able to grab a sealed bag without weighing anything out first. Check the number of bags and the weight of each one.
Who are these options for?
Preparing your own portions
You mainly study at home or fill a snack tub in advance and want to decide for yourself how much to take. Larger bags may suit you; follow the storage instructions for the opened pack.
Checking ingredients and dietary choices
You want to check the ingredients and allergens for the exact variety in advance. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends unsalted nuts for everyday eating; that advice does not assess seasoned savoury coated peanuts.
What should you consider when choosing?
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this relevant to? |
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| Individual bags | Check how many individual bags are included and how many grams each one contains. | If I want to put a sealed bag straight into my lunchbox while studying, I check the number of bags and the weight of each one. Around 34% of consumers say convenience on the go is their top priority. |
| Choosing your own portion size | Compare the weight of each bag with the amount you want to take; also consider what you’ll do with the rest once opened. | If I want to decide for myself how much to eat during a study break, I look at the bag’s weight and how to store it. Around 20% of consumers give this freedom of choice the highest priority. |
| Flavour | Check the full flavour name and make sure the variety you want is available in your chosen pack size. | If I want to take a particular flavour with me, I check the variety first and then the pack size. Around 20% of consumers put flavour preference first. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients list and warnings on the pack for that exact variety. | If I have an allergy or follow a particular diet, I want to know what’s in the exact pack. Around 13% of consumers make this their top purchasing priority. |
| Storage after opening | Follow the storage instructions on the pack and check how to reseal an opened bag. | If I want to use a larger bag over several study sessions, I check the instructions for after opening. Around 13% of consumers give storage the most attention. |
Things to look out for when buying
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Don’t confuse a multipack with small lunchbox bags
A box containing 8 bags of 275 g has larger inner bags than a box of 20 bags of 45 g. That difference affects how much you’ll need to portion out yourself if you want to take smaller amounts.
Before buying, check both the number of bags and the weight of each one.
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Don’t rely on allergen information from another flavour
Provençale and Crac A Nut Paprika are different varieties, each with its own ingredient information. The manufacturer’s information for Crac A Nut Paprika includes mustard flour.
Read the ingredients and warnings on the pack you actually receive, even if you’ve bought the same flavour before.
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Don’t leave an opened bag without sealing it properly
For Provençale, the supplier says that an opened bag is best stored in a lightproof, airtight container.
Pour out the amount you want and follow the storage instructions on your pack for the rest.
Brands and supermarket options to consider
Duyvis
The range includes different pack sizes and product lines; check the variety name when choosing a multipack.
- Foods & Goods and Bidfood list Borrelnootjes Provencale as 20 bags of 45 g. Five Star Trading Holland also lists Cocktail in 8 bags of 275 g.
- Crac A Nut Paprika is a separate product variety. The manufacturer’s information for the 45 g variety applies to the Belgian market and should not be assumed to match Dutch Borrelnootjes without checking.
Albert Heijn
AH Borrelnoten cocktail is a relevant option if you’re looking at a supermarket own-brand product.
- Albert Heijn lists the product line on its own product page.
- Check the current pack for ingredients and allergens; the product listing does not confirm that it comes in a small multipack.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists, among other options, Cocktail Borrelnoten in a 500 g value pack.
- The larger bag may be useful if you want to make up your own portions.
- A value pack doesn’t automatically mean the contents are divided into individual bags.
Lidl
Lidl has listings for Borrelnoten and for a separate Duyvis product.
- Lidl’s product listing identifies Duyvis Borrelnootjes as a 200 g product.
- That Duyvis product is not evidence of the features of Lidl own-brand products or of a small multipack.
ALDI
ALDI lists TRADER JOE'S Borrelnoten in varieties such as bacon-cheese, poesta and paprika.
- The product page lists 300 g bags and a range of flavours.
- TRADER JOE'S is the product brand; ALDI is the retailer. The listed bag is not a verified multipack of small bags.
PLUS
PLUS lists, among other options, Borrelnoten Ham Kaas in a 300 g bag.
- The product page says to store this variety in a cool, dry, dark place.
- The product information applies to the Ham Kaas variety and does not confirm that it comes in individual lunchbox bags.
Savoury coated peanuts at Joybuy
These Joybuy products suit the option of portioning out a larger bag yourself. The product names and descriptions list packs of 275 g, 275 g and 300 g.
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Duyvis Borrelnootjes Poeta, 275 g
The 275 g pack is suitable for portioning out yourself.
The product description lists 51% peanuts and a savoury seasoning. Contains peanuts, wheat, milk and celery; possible traces of soya, mustard and other nuts are also listed.
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Duyvis Tiger Nuts Paprika Fiesta, 275 g
The 275 g pack is suitable for portioning out yourself; check that the paprika variety matches your taste.
The product description lists Paprika Fiesta with a double coating. Contains peanuts and wheat. The product description warns of a choking hazard for small children and recommends supervision while eating.
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g'woon Cocktail Nuts BBQ Paprika, 300 g
The 300 g bag is suitable for portioning out yourself if you’re looking for a BBQ paprika flavour.
The product description lists 48% peanuts. Contains peanuts, milk and wheat; possible traces of other nuts are also listed.
Frequently asked questions
How many lunchbox bags are in the Duyvis Provençale box?
The box contains twenty individual bags of 45 g, totalling 900 g. That’s how many bags you can take with you unopened; the weight of each bag is not a recommendation for how much you should eat.
How should you store an opened bag of Provençale?
For Provençale 45 g, Bidfood recommends storing it in a cool, dry place and using a lightproof, airtight container after opening. Follow the instructions on your exact pack; this does not establish a general shelf life after opening.
Are these savoury coated peanuts suitable if you have a peanut or wheat allergy?
The Provençale 45 g listed contains peanuts and wheat, so it’s not an option if you need to avoid these ingredients. Crac A Nut Paprika 45 g also lists peanuts and wheat, as well as mustard flour. Check the pack you receive for warnings about the possible presence of allergens, too.
What allergen information should you check on a Dutch pack?
According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, the fourteen legally designated allergens must be listed in the ingredients list. Check the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack you plan to use.
Does a small bag automatically make this snack suitable as part of your daily nut choice?
No. ‘Small’ describes the pack size, not what’s in it. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends a handful of unsalted nuts each day, with a variety of different types; this advice is not a health or concentration claim for savoury coated peanuts.