Hosting a group with varied tastes
If you want guests to have their own bag and a choice of different snacks, look for a party box. Albert Heijn lists Lay's boxes with 20 and 30 bags; check which varieties are in the box you choose.
Which format works best for you?
A small get-together with one favourite flavour
If individual portions matter less and you know which flavour everyone wants, several tubes of the same flavour could be a better fit. The Pringles Original multipack mentioned here contains three 165 g tubes.
Planning individual portions
If you want to match the number of bags to your guests, compare both the quantity and the weight per bag. Jumbo lists 15 bags of 25 g in its own-brand box, split between ready salted and paprika.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether guests need individual bags or will share from tubes. Then consider which flavours and types of snacks will suit them, how much you need and what the label says about each variety.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
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| Flavours and individual bags | Count the bags and check the individual snacks; a party box may contain snacks other than potato crisps. | If my guests have different tastes, I want everyone to be able to choose their own bag. For around 33% of consumers, having both choice and convenience when sharing comes first. |
| Packaging | Decide whether you want individual bags to store or would prefer tubes that you can reseal. | If my small group won’t eat everything at once, I want to be able to choose between unopened bags and a resealable tube. Around 27% of consumers say this type of packaging is their top priority. |
| Quantity | Compare the total weight and the number of bags; if you’re sharing individual portions, check the weight of each one too. | When I know how many guests are coming, I want to have enough ready without judging by the size of the box alone. This is the main consideration for around 20% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and nutritional information | Read the allergen information for each snack variety and compare the nutritional values of similar products per 100 g. | If ingredients matter to my guests, I want to be able to check each variety individually. Around 20% of consumers prioritise this information over other factors when choosing. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a party box contains only potato crisps
The Lay's Mega Box and Celebration Box shown by Albert Heijn combine different types of crisps and snacks. So the brand name on the box alone won’t tell you what’s in each bag.
Check the full contents before choosing, especially if you want to offer your guests potato crisps only.
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Assuming the label on one bag applies to the whole box
Different varieties in a mixed box may contain different ingredients and allergens.
If a food allergy is relevant, check the current allergen information for every variety on the packaging. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains that allergens must be clearly listed on prepacked foods.
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Assuming availability will be the same around New Year’s Eve
The range and delivery options you see earlier may not be the same when you order for New Year’s Eve.
Just before ordering, check the packaging you’ve selected, the best-before date and the available delivery options.
Brands and retailers to consider
Lay's
Lay's offers party boxes with individual bags, including a Mega Box with 20 bags and a Celebration Box with 30, both listed by Albert Heijn.
- Different snacks and flavours in one box give guests plenty of choice.
- The mix also contains snacks from other categories and brands; check the contents and allergens for each variety.
Pringles
A multipack of three 165 g Pringles Original tubes is a different option from a box of individual bags.
- The tubes are resealable and the multipack contains just one flavour.
- For individual portions or several flavours in one multipack, assorted bags are more practical.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists an own-brand pack with 15 bags of 25 g in ready salted and paprika flavours.
- The number of bags and weight of each one make it easy to plan individual portions.
- There are just two flavours to choose from; check the allergens on the packaging too.
Lidl Snack Day
Lidl offers a range of crisps and savoury snacks under its Snack Day brand.
- You can browse the range for flavours to suit your group.
- If you’re specifically looking for individual bags to share, check the exact product and packaging.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn is a retailer featured here for products such as the Lay's party boxes mentioned above, not their manufacturer.
- The product information shown helps you compare the number of bags and what’s inside.
- When ordering, check the current contents and availability of the box you want.
Crisps multipacks on Joybuy
These packs are designed for sharing or handing out crisps and snacks at a get-together. Compare the number of bags and the contents of each mix with your guests’ preferences. If anyone has an allergy, always check the current label for each variety.
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Lay's Cheetos Doritos Mega Box, 20 pieces
For a group looking for individual portions and a variety of snacks. This box contains 20 pieces; the mix isn’t made up solely of potato crisps. Check the allergen information for each variety.
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Lay's Fun Mix Box, 15 pieces
A box of individual bags for guests who like to choose between different snacks. It contains 15 pieces; check the current label to see which varieties are included and what allergens are listed.
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Croky Sharing Mix, 180 g
A mix to share at a smaller get-together. The pack lists a total weight of 180 g; if you need to check individual portions or allergens, look at the number of bags and ingredients on the current packaging.
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Lay's Family Box, 15 pieces
A party box for guests who want individual bags in different flavours. Before buying, check the number of bags on the current packaging and read the ingredients and allergen information for each variety.
Frequently asked questions
How many bags of crisps do I need for New Year’s Eve?
Choose the number of bags based on how many guests you want to give an individual portion to. Check the weight per bag and the total weight too: a box with 20 bags and one with 30 differ in more than just the number of pieces.
Should I choose a mixed party box or tubes in one flavour?
A mixed box is a good fit if your guests have different tastes and you want to hand out individual portions. Several resealable tubes may work better for a small group that wants the same flavour and won’t eat everything at once.
How should I store individual bags and opened tubes?
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging you choose. Leave any bags you’re saving for later unopened, reseal an opened tube and check the best-before date.
Which allergens should I check in a mixed box?
Check the allergen information for each individual snack variety in the current box, as the ingredients can vary. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that allergens must be clearly listed on prepacked foods.