Paprika fans
You’re looking for a familiar flavour to enjoy alongside takeaway chips or other snacks, without deliberately choosing anything spicy or smoky.
Who might find these options useful?
Fans of bolder flavours
You’d rather choose a specific flavour, such as BBQ, sour cream & onion, cheese or a spicy option, even if not everyone at the table likes the same thing.
Label-conscious snack shoppers
You want to check the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information for a particular variety before choosing a bag.
What should you look for when choosing?
For a snack occasion involving takeaway chips, first decide which flavour and quantity you want. Then consider the type of crisp and, if it matters to you, check the label.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Flavour for your group | Check the flavour name and whether they’re potato crisps or corn crisps. | If I’m sharing a bag, I look for a flavour that suits what my group enjoys. For around 36% of consumers, finding a flavour everyone likes comes first. |
| Quantity | Check the net weight and think about how many people will be sharing. | I want to bring enough crisps without ending up with a bigger bag than we need. For around 29% of consumers, getting the right quantity matters most. |
| Label | Read the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information per 100 g on the current packaging. | If ingredients or nutritional values determine my choice, I want to be able to assess the exact variety. For around 21% of consumers, checking the label is the top priority. |
| Shape and dipping | Check whether you’re buying standard potato crisps, ridged crisps, or tortilla or nacho crisps. | If I’m serving a dip too, I want to choose a crisp shape that suits how I plan to serve it. Around 14% of consumers prioritise this practical consideration. |
Common mistakes
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Looking only at the flavour name
The name paprika or cheese doesn’t tell you whether you’re buying potato or corn crisps, or exactly which ingredients the variety contains.
Check the product type and the label too. Compare the nutritional information of similar products per 100 g, as the Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises.
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Assuming flavoured crisps are suitable if you have an allergy
Flavoured varieties may contain ingredients that matter to you; the flavour name alone won’t tell you what’s in them.
If you have an allergy, check the ingredients and allergens on the current packaging every time, even if you’ve bought the same flavour before.
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Assuming oven-baked means the nutritional values will suit you
The cooking method doesn’t tell you how the salt, energy and saturated fat compare with those in another bag.
Compare the current nutritional information per 100 g for the values that matter to your choice.
Brands to consider
Lay's
Alongside standard potato crisps, Lay's offers ranges such as MAX, Sensations, Gourmet and Oven Baked. Flavours and features vary by variety.
- There are both paprika and bolder flavours to compare.
- Check the ingredients and nutritional information on the specific bag; a feature of one range won’t necessarily apply to all Lay's crisps.
Pringles
Pringles’ Dutch range includes Paprika, Sour Cream & Onion, Texas BBQ and Hot & Spicy, as well as tortilla varieties.
- The range of flavours lets you choose between familiar and bolder options.
- Check the type of crisp and ingredients for each variety, particularly if allergens are a concern.
Albert Heijn
The own-brand range includes paprika potato crisps and other crisp types. Albert Heijn says its AH Chips paprika recipe is gluten-free and suitable for vegans.
- The product information for AH Chips paprika gives you specific label details to check.
- Those features don’t necessarily apply to other AH varieties; check the current packaging if you have specific dietary requirements.
Jumbo
Jumbo’s crisp range includes paprika potato crisps, ridged crisps and other crisp types.
- You can browse different pack sizes and types of crisps across the range.
- Check which variety is available at the shop or through the delivery option you use.
Snack Day (Lidl)
Lidl lists plain, paprika and Bolognese crisps among the Snack Day range.
- These flavours offer different options for the same snack occasion.
- Lidl lists these crisp varieties as in-store products; check availability at your local shop.
Crisps for different snack occasions
These Joybuy products let you choose between nacho cheese crisps to serve with a dip, different paprika flavours and an oven-baked paprika variety. Choose according to flavour and type of crisp, and always check the relevant packaging for ingredients and nutritional information.
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Doritos Nacho Cheese tortilla crisps, 170 g
A good option if you’d like to serve cheese-flavoured tortilla crisps alongside your other snacks. Check the ingredients on the packaging if allergens are a concern.
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Lay's Sensations Red Sweet Paprika, 150 g
For anyone looking for a sweet paprika flavour to enjoy alongside takeaway chips or other snacks. Compare the label with other paprika varieties if the ingredients or nutritional values will influence your choice.
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Croky paprika crisps, 200 g
A paprika option if you’re looking for a 200 g bag for your snack occasion. Choose a quantity that suits your group and check the current label if you have specific dietary requirements.
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Lay's MAX Smoky Paprika, 185 g
For anyone deliberately choosing a smoky paprika flavour rather than a standard paprika variety. Lay's describes the MAX range as having extra ridges; check the specific packaging for other features.
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Lay's Oven Baked Paprika, 150 g
A paprika variety for anyone specifically considering the Oven Baked range. Check the current nutritional information per 100 g for salt, energy and saturated fat separately.
Frequently asked questions
How do I compare the nutritional information for flavoured crisps?
Compare similar crisps per 100 g so that different portion sizes don’t skew the comparison. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends using the nutritional information on the label; focus on the values that matter to your choice.
Do I need to check the allergens in flavoured crisps every time?
Yes. If you have a food allergy or intolerance, check the current label for the variety you’ve chosen. Seasoning mixes and types of crisps can contain different ingredients, so don’t rely on the flavour name or packaging you’ve bought before.
Are oven-baked paprika crisps automatically a suitable choice for my dietary requirements?
No. The term oven-baked doesn’t tell you everything about the nutritional values. Compare the salt, energy and saturated fat per 100 g on the current packaging.
Which type of flavoured crisps should I choose if I’m serving a dip too?
As well as the flavour, consider the type and shape of the crisp: ridged crisps and tortilla or nacho crisps are different options to serve with a dip. Choose what suits your preference and check the ingredients in flavoured varieties too, particularly if allergens are a concern.