Hosts who want to mix up the flavours
You’re putting out several bowls and want to pair a familiar flavour with something more distinctive, so guests have a choice.
Who are these choices for?
Hosts who check the labels
You’re catering for guests who avoid certain ingredients. In that case, check the information for the exact flavour, not just the brand or flavour name.
Hosts planning how much to buy
You’re buying for several neighbours and want to know how many crisps to put out, and whether a large bag, multipack or individual portions suit your plans.
What should you look for?
Decide which flavour to serve as your main option. Then check each pack to make sure the ingredients and quantity suit your guests and the rest of the food on your table.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it’s for |
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| Flavour combination | Read the flavour description and decide whether to offer a familiar flavour alongside a more distinctive one. | I’m not sure which flavours my neighbours will choose, so I want to offer more than one option. Around 36% of consumers put this flavour combination first. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack for each exact variety. Check for any warnings about possible traces too. | If a guest needs to avoid an ingredient, I want to know what’s in every variety I serve. For around 29% of consumers, checking the label is their top concern. |
| Quantity and packaging | Compare the net weights and choose between a sharing bag, a multipack or individual portions. | I’m putting out crisps for several neighbours and want to choose suitable pack sizes. Quantity is the top priority for around 21% of consumers. |
| Fat content | Compare fat, saturated fat and salt per 100 g for the exact varieties you’re considering. | When choosing a variety based on its nutritional value, I look beyond a single claim on the front of the pack. Around 14% of consumers prioritise this comparison. |
Pitfalls to avoid when choosing
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Assuming the same flavour name means the same ingredients
A name such as paprika doesn’t tell you which allergens a particular recipe contains. Albert Heijn lists wheat and milk for Pringles Paprika, while describing AH Ribbelchips Paprika as vegan and made to a gluten-free recipe.
Check the latest ingredients and allergen information on every bag or tube you serve.
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Planning to serve a limited-edition flavour as your only option
Albert Heijn describes Pringles Loaded Fries as a limited edition. If you want to buy it again later, it may not be available.
Serve a limited-edition variety as an extra, and choose a flavour you can find when you shop for your main bowl.
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Treating a lower-fat claim as the whole story
A comparison of fat content won’t tell you which ingredients and allergens are in the flavour you’ve chosen, or how much you’ll serve.
Check the nutritional information per 100 g as well as the label on the exact pack.
Brands to consider
Lay's
Offers standard, ridged and oven-baked crisps, among other varieties. You can compare different shapes and flavours from the same brand.
- Jumbo lists Lay's Oven Baked Paprika among its flavoured varieties.
- A lower-fat claim for Lay's Oven Baked Natural doesn’t tell you the nutritional values of every other flavour.
Pringles
Stackable crisps in tubes, including paprika and more distinctive flavours.
- Albert Heijn describes Loaded Fries as a cheesy, seasoned flavour with a little heat.
- Albert Heijn lists wheat and milk for Pringles Paprika and warns that it may contain soya. Check the allergens for each variety.
Smiths
An option if you’d like to serve sticks as well as regular crisps.
- Jumbo lists Smiths Sticks Paprika and Barbecue in 100 g packs.
- Check the ingredients for your chosen flavour and make sure the pack contains enough for your group.
AH
Albert Heijn’s own brand, with options including ridged paprika crisps.
- Albert Heijn describes AH Ribbelchips Paprika 250 g as vegan and made to a gluten-free recipe.
- These descriptions apply to this variety and not automatically to other AH crisps.
Snack Day
Lidl’s own brand, with a range of crisp flavours to compare.
- Lidl describes Snack Day as a range with a variety of flavours.
- If you’re choosing based on ingredients, allergens or nutritional values, check the packaging for the specific product.
Crisps for different get-together plans
These Joybuy products include a multipack, paprika varieties in different pack sizes and a sweet chilli flavour as an extra option. Doritos Sweet Chili is made from corn; the other product names describe crisps or stackable crisps.
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Croky Sharing Mix 180 g
A mix to put on the table if you don’t want to choose just one flavour.
Size: 180 g. If any guests have a soya allergy, check the latest packaging.
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Lay's Oven Baked Paprika 150 g
An oven-baked paprika variety for comparing the nutritional information of different crisps.
Size: 150 g. Compare the values for this paprika variety itself; the figures for Oven Baked Natural aren’t interchangeable. If you need to avoid milk, check the latest allergen information.
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Lay's Chips Paprika 300 g
A bag of paprika crisps to share.
Size: 300 g. Check the allergen information on the pack before serving.
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Pringles Red Pepper Flavoured Potato Chips, 12 × 40 g
Individual tubes work well when you want to hand out separate portions at your get-together.
Pack: 12 tubes of 40 g, all in Red Pepper flavour. If you need to avoid wheat, milk or soya, check the latest allergen information.
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Doritos Sweet Chili Mexican Corn Chips 272 g
Sweet chilli-flavoured corn chips to serve alongside another snack, if you think your guests will enjoy this flavour.
Size: 272 g. Check the latest packaging for warnings about possible traces of wheat and soya.
Frequently asked questions
Should I check the allergens on every pack for a neighbourhood get-together?
Yes. If a guest has a relevant allergy or dietary restriction, check every variety you plan to serve. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains how allergens are listed on the labels of pre-packed foods, so check the packaging for the exact flavour and pack size you’ve chosen.
Are all paprika crisps suitable for someone avoiding gluten or milk?
No. The paprika flavour name doesn’t tell you exactly what’s in the crisps. Albert Heijn lists wheat and milk for Pringles Paprika, but describes AH Ribbelchips Paprika as made to a gluten-free recipe. Check the latest packaging before choosing a variety for a guest.
Where can I find the ingredients in Snack Day crisps?
Read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack for the specific Snack Day variety. Lidl Netherlands directs customers to the packaging for this product information.
Are oven-baked crisps automatically a good choice if I’m watching my fat intake?
No. Compare the fat content per 100 g of the exact products you’re considering. Also check the salt, ingredients, allergens and how much you plan to serve. A claim for Lay's Oven Baked Natural doesn’t automatically apply to the paprika variety.