Travellers comparing calories
You want to take crisps with you, but first compare the kcal per 100 g and per portion. That way, your choice isn’t based solely on the words on the front of the pack.
Who might find these options useful?
Travellers short on time at Schiphol
You’re looking for a handy snack somewhere that fits in with your route through the airport. Schiphol lists shops on Plaza before security and snack sales after security; check with the shop to see which packs are available.
Travellers choosing crisps as a treat
Taste is your main priority, but you want to decide in advance how much you’ll eat. A small bag makes this easier than eating from a large pack containing several portions.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start by deciding how much you want to eat. Then compare the nutrition label and think about where you can buy a snack during your journey.
| What to consider | What to check | Who is it for? |
|---|---|---|
| Energy value | Compare kcal per 100 g and per portion; check how many grams you actually want to eat. | I want to take crisps with me, but base my choice within this category mainly on the energy value. This is the top priority for around 50% of consumers. |
| Convenience on the go | Decide whether you’ll buy before or after security, and choose a pack that’s easy to carry. | If I’m short on time, I want to find a handy snack quickly without relying on a specific variety being available. This is the main priority for around 30% of consumers. |
| Portion size | Check the weight of each bag and how many portions are in a larger pack. | Taste is what matters most to me, as long as I can decide on an amount in advance. Around 20% of consumers prioritise this combination. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming ‘less fat’ means ‘low calorie’
According to Jumbo, Lay’s Oven Baked Naturel contains 428 kcal per 100 g. For solid foods, EU Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 sets a limit of no more than 40 kcal per 100 g for the claim ‘low energy’.
Compare the energy value on the label rather than assuming the cooking method means a product is lower in calories.
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Thinking of a large pack as one portion
Pringles lists 158 kcal per 30 g portion for Original. So a pack containing more than 30 g holds more than the stated portion.
Check the total pack weight and decide how many grams you want to eat before you buy.
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Relying on a specific variety being available at Schiphol
Schiphol lists places that sell snacks, but the range can vary from shop to shop.
If a particular variety of crisps is important to your choice, buy it before you leave or check the available sizes and the label at the point of sale.
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Reading only the front of the pack
Information on the front of the pack doesn’t tell you how much energy, salt or fat is in the portion you’ve chosen.
Check the nutrition information, ingredients and allergens on the pack before you decide.
Brands compared
Compare the nutrition information for each product and pack: a brand name alone tells you little about the portion you’ll eat on the go.
Lay’s
The range includes classic crisps and Oven Baked varieties to compare.
- Jumbo lists 428 kcal per 100 g for Lay’s Oven Baked Naturel.
- Compare the salt content and portion size too; ‘oven baked’ doesn’t automatically mean ‘low calorie’.
Pringles
Tube-shaped crisps for those who choose mainly by taste and pack format.
- Pringles lists 528 kcal per 100 g and 158 kcal per 30 g for Original.
- Compare the stated portion with the amount you plan to eat from the tube.
Smiths
Sticks for travellers looking for a different shape or flavour of crisp.
- Jumbo lists Smiths Sticks Paprika and Sticks Barbecue in 100 g packs.
- For a calorie comparison, use the nutrition information for the variety you’ve chosen.
Albert Heijn
A shopping option at Schiphol for travellers looking for a snack before security.
- Schiphol lists an Albert Heijn supermarket and Albert Heijn to go locations on Plaza.
- Check in store which varieties of crisps and pack sizes are available.
Jumbo
A supermarket for those who want to compare crisps and their nutrition information before travelling.
- Jumbo lists 428 kcal per 100 g for Lay’s Oven Baked Naturel.
- A product in Jumbo’s range isn’t necessarily available at Schiphol too.
Lidl Snack Day
Lidl’s own brand, with a range of crisp flavours to buy before you leave.
- Lidl presents Snack Day as its savoury snack brand, which includes crisps.
- If calories influence your choice, compare the nutrition information for the specific flavour and pack.
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Frequently asked questions
Are oven-baked crisps automatically low in calories?
No. According to Jumbo, Lay’s Oven Baked Naturel contains 428 kcal per 100 g; for solid foods, EU Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 sets a maximum of 40 kcal per 100 g for the claim ‘low energy’. So check the energy value on the label rather than relying on the words ‘oven baked’.
Can I take crisps in my hand luggage when flying from Schiphol?
Yes, Schiphol says you can take food in your hand luggage. If you’re also taking a dip or spread, check the rules for liquids separately; Schiphol gives peanut butter and mayonnaise as examples of products that may come under these rules.
Where can I buy a snack at Schiphol before security?
Schiphol lists an Albert Heijn supermarket and Albert Heijn to go locations on Plaza, before security. Check at the point of sale to see which snacks and pack sizes are available at the time.
Should I compare crisps per 100 g or per portion?
Use both values: comparing products per 100 g gives you a like-for-like basis, while the value per portion helps you assess how much you want to eat. Check how many portions the pack contains too.