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Buying snacks seems straightforward, but online you often mainly see appealing packaging and flavour claims. Practical information is usually printed in smaller text: net weight, allergens, nutritional values and shelf life. If you only go by the front of a packet, you may end up choosing a product that does not suit the occasion or your household’s tastes.
Whether you are looking for crisps, tortilla chips, sweet snacks, biscuits or Asian snacks, compare the information that actually tells you something about the product first.
A large bag or tube may seem ideal for a film night, but check the weight and compare the price per 100 grams. A small 30- or 44-gram bag may be more convenient for taking with you, while a 160- or 170-gram pack is better suited to sharing as part of a drinks spread.
Also look out for individually portioned packs. UFO’s Mini Biscuits with Chocolate Nibs come in six individual packs of approximately 23.3 grams. This can make it easier to take biscuits with you without opening the whole bag at once.
Flavour names are subjective. Sweet chilli generally combines sweet and spicy seasonings, but the intensity varies from one product to another. Takis Fuego is described as extra spicy with a chilli-lime flavour, while Doritos Sweet Chilli Pepper offers a combination of sweet, salty and chilli flavours.
If you are sensitive to spicy ingredients, it is worth reading the ingredients list. It may include cayenne pepper, chilli powder, paprika extract or flavour enhancers, among other ingredients.
Gluten, wheat, milk, soya, peanuts and nuts are common in snacks. Always check the current packaging, especially for international snacks. Product information can change, and “may contain traces of” is different from an ingredient that has deliberately been added to the product.
Nutritional values also provide useful points of comparison. According to the product information provided, crisps and biscuits often contain around 470 to 550 kcal per 100 grams, but salt, sugar and fat levels vary between products.
Choose the size based on the situation:
Do not just check the allergens in a separate section; read the full ingredients list as well. Doritos Sweet Chilli Pepper lists ingredients including maize, rapeseed oil, sugar, flavourings and flavour enhancers. The crisps contain gluten from wheat and soya. For Golden Turtle Peanuts Coated with Chili, peanuts, wheat and soya are key points to note.
For international or Asian snacks, it is especially important to check whether the product information is available in Dutch and which responsible party in the European Union is named.
Use the values per 100 grams to compare products fairly. Pay particular attention to:
According to the brands’ own product information, flavour, texture and eating experience may be described, but such descriptions do not guarantee that everyone will experience the product in the same way.
Why it suits this shopper: The small size is practical for a first purchase, lunch break or snack on the go. The flavour combines sweet, salty and chilli notes.
The net weight is clearly stated as 44 g, so you are not paying for a large-looking bag with a small amount inside. Do check the allergens, though: gluten and soya are listed.
Easy-to-carry size, tortilla texture and 477 kcal per 100 g according to the product information.
Why it suits this shopper: The tube is ideal for sharing during a film night or party. The flavour includes chilli, lime, smoked paprika and other spices.
The size and resealable tube make the contents and sharing occasion easier to manage than a large open bag. The level of heat is clearly stated in the product description.
160 g sharing pack, 523 kcal and 0.6 g of salt per 100 g according to the nutritional information provided.
Why it suits this shopper: This ready-to-eat Asian snack has a chewy texture and spicy flavour. The individually wrapped portions are suitable for snack breaks or as an accompaniment to a meal.
The product information lists soya as a main ingredient and states the salt content as 2.3 g per 100 g. This allows you to compare the snack based on relevant details rather than relying solely on its name.
108 g contents, ready to eat and 20.2 g of protein per 100 g according to the product details. Contains soya.
Why it suits this shopper: The combination of cocoa biscuits and vanilla filling is a familiar choice for a sweet snack at home, at school or on the go.
The packaging states 66 g and the ingredients list includes wheat and soya. It also indicates that milk may be present, allowing you to check the allergens in advance.
29% vanilla filling according to the product description and 476 kcal per 100 g according to the nutritional information.
We have compiled a complete, up-to-date list of products that fully meet these strict selection criteria and the applicable European safety regulations.
Small packs of 30 to 70 grams are generally practical for eating on the go. The 30-gram Doritos Bits Honey BBQ and 44-gram Doritos Sweet Chili Pepper take up very little space. Once opened, check whether the packaging can be resealed.
Store snacks in a cool, dry place away from heat, moisture and direct sunlight. Seal bags or packs properly to keep them crunchy for longer. Always follow the storage instructions on the label.
Look for a mix of sweet and savoury flavours, different pack sizes and the allergens in every product. For a family, combining crisps, biscuits and Asian snacks can offer more choice than buying several bags with almost identical flavours.
