Who are these packs for?

Vegan value shoppers

You’re looking for peanuts with no animal ingredients and want to check whether the price per kilo suits the amount you need. A vegan label can be helpful, but always check the ingredients for the exact variant.

Regular snackers and home cooks

You often eat peanuts as a snack or use them in dishes, and are looking for an unsalted multipack that you can reseal and store properly once opened.

Households that use fewer peanuts

You don’t want to open more than you’ll use at once, and are weighing up a smaller pack against several individually wrapped bags.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, check the ingredients and allergen information for the exact variant. Then compare the price per kilo and choose an amount that suits how much you use and how you store it.

What to consider What to look for Who is this important for?
Ingredients and vegan labelling Read the ingredients for the exact variant and check any cross-contamination warnings separately. If I’m shopping for vegan food, I want to know exactly what’s in the variant I choose. Around 31% of consumers put clear vegan information first when choosing what to buy.
Price per kilo Compare products by net weight and include any delivery charges in the total cost of your order. If I’m considering a multipack, I compare the price per kilo with how much I expect to use and the total order cost. Around 31% of consumers prioritise getting good value for the amount they need.
Unsalted variant Check the exact variant and the salt content per 100 g; portion information can help you plan how much to buy. If I often snack on peanuts or use them in dishes, an unsalted variant may be a better fit. Around 23% of consumers prioritise regular use of unsalted peanuts.
Amount and storage Check the weight per bag, whether there are inner packs, and the storage instructions on the packaging. If I don’t use many peanuts at once, I want to choose an amount I can store properly and use in time. Around 15% of consumers put suitable quantities and storage first.

Common buying mistakes

  • Assuming vegan means allergen-free

    A vegan label doesn’t mean a product is safe for someone with a peanut allergy or another food allergy. The NVWA classifies peanuts as an allergen that must be declared on prepacked products.

    Check the ingredients, allergen information and any warnings about possible cross-contamination separately. Check the packaging for the exact variant every time you buy it.

  • Automatically assuming a large or XXL pack is better value

    A larger pack doesn’t necessarily mean a lower price per kilo. Differences between product ranges and additional order costs can affect the comparison.

    Compare the price per kilo of the exact products at the same time, and include any delivery charges.

  • Buying a large bag without a storage plan

    A large multipack isn’t always right if you don’t use many peanuts. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container.

    Choose an amount you can use and seal the pack properly after opening. Follow the storage instructions and best-before date on the packaging.

  • Not checking a safety warning against the exact pack

    The Albert Heijn warning issued on 20 May 2026 concerns AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026; the reason is the possible presence of metal fragments. The warning does not automatically apply to other AH peanuts or other best-before dates.

    Check the product name and best-before date against the warning. Do not eat the product in question. Albert Heijn says it can be returned for a refund of the purchase price.

Brands to consider

Duyvis

Duyvis describes an unsalted 235 g variant and a salted variant.

  • For the unsalted variant, the manufacturer lists peanuts and sunflower oil as ingredients.
  • A simple ingredients list doesn’t prove that other flavours or variants are vegan.

Albert Heijn

AH Unsalted Peanuts are available in a 500 g bag; AH Unsalted Peanuts 300 g is a separate product line.

  • Albert Heijn labels the 500 g variant as vegan and provides ingredients and storage advice.
  • Information about the 500 g bag doesn’t automatically apply to the separate 300 g variant.

Jumbo

Jumbo’s own-brand unsalted peanuts are described in 500 g and 250 g bags.

  • The product information for both sizes lists peanuts and sunflower oil as ingredients.
  • Check the ingredients and information on the exact pack to assess whether it’s suitable for vegans.

PLUS

PLUS describes unsalted 500 g and 250 g bags.

  • The retailer’s product pages label both of these sizes as vegan.
  • This information applies to these bags; check the current product page and packaging for the variant you choose.

ALDI

ALDI describes Trader Joe’s 500 g roasted salted peanuts and 250 g roasted unsalted peanuts.

  • The product descriptions give the pack size and say whether the variant is salted or unsalted.
  • The pack size or an XXL label alone doesn’t confirm whether a product is suitable for vegans.

Lidl

Lidl’s Alesto range includes products such as Cruspies: peanuts coated in a spiced batter.

  • The product description makes clear that these are a different type of product from plain peanuts.
  • A batter coating doesn’t tell you whether a product is suitable for vegans; check the ingredients for the exact variant.

Peanuts at Joybuy

This selection of Joybuy products features unsalted peanuts in a smaller pack.

g’woon unsalted peanuts, 250 g

g’woon unsalted peanuts, 250 g

The 250 g bag is ideal if you prefer to open a smaller amount at a time.

The product information lists 99% peanuts and sunflower oil. Peanuts are an allergen; according to the product information, traces of cashew nuts may be present.

Seal the pack tightly after opening and follow the storage instructions on the packaging.

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Frequently asked questions

Are peanuts labelled ‘may contain milk’ automatically non-vegan?

No. A warning about possible cross-contamination isn’t the same as milk being added as an ingredient. Check the ingredients list and allergen information separately. The Dutch Vegetarian Association explains that a vegan certification mark doesn’t mean a product is allergen-free; if you have a food allergy, the allergen information is what matters.

What peanut allergen information should I check?

Check the allergen information on the packaging for the exact variant. The NVWA says that allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked products, and that peanuts are one of the allergens that must legally be declared. Since 1 January 2026, rules in the Netherlands have also applied to warnings about possible cross-contamination.

How should I store a large bag of peanuts after opening?

Store peanuts in a dry place and seal the pack tightly. Albert Heijn advises keeping its 500 g unsalted bag in a cool, dark, dry place and resealing it properly after use. Follow the best-before date and storage instructions on your pack; they don’t give a universal shelf life after opening for every bag.

Can I use unsalted peanuts in cooking?

Yes. Duyvis also recommends its plain unsalted peanuts for cooking. If you’re making a vegan dish, check the other ingredients separately; a recipe containing peanuts isn’t automatically vegan.

What additional costs should I include when buying multipacks online?

Include any delivery or collection charges for the whole order. Albert Heijn says that delivery costs depend on the time slot you choose. So comparing prices per kilo alone won’t tell you the total cost of your order.