Traveller looking to cut down on fat
You’re looking for a savoury snack before you set off and want to compare the fat content of oven-baked and regular crisps on a like-for-like portion basis.
Who is this choice relevant to?
Supermarket shopper comparing flavours
You want to find a flavour you’ll enjoy taking with you, without assuming that every variety from a brand has the same nutritional values.
Traveller with limited hand luggage space
You’re looking for a pack that fits in your bag. When taking food in your hand luggage, you’ll also need to distinguish between dry crisps and foods Schiphol treats as liquids.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start with the nutrition table for the flavour you want to buy, then decide which pack will work best for your trip. As a general guide, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 3.7 g of fat and 164 kcal for a 40 g bowl of oven-baked crisps, compared with 13.1 g of fat and 215 kcal for 40 g of average crisps. Individual products may differ.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
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| Fat and energy | Compare fat, saturated fat and energy per 100 g and per portion on the label for the exact variety. | If I want less fat, I want to know how much is in the portion I’ve chosen, not just what the front of the pack says. Around 50% of consumers put this comparison first. |
| Flavour and variety | Check the flavour and ingredients of the pack you’ve chosen; don’t rely on the information for a different variety. | I want to take crisps with a flavour I like, without accidentally choosing a different recipe. For around 30% of consumers, choosing the right variety matters most. |
| Pack for your journey | Check the pack size and whether it will fit in your bag; also check the latest hand luggage rules. | With limited space in my hand luggage, I want to decide in advance how many crisps to take. This practical consideration comes first for around 20% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Relying only on ‘less fat’ on the front of the pack
A claim about fat doesn’t tell you how much salt or energy is in your portion. The averages from the Netherlands Nutrition Centre don’t represent the nutritional values of every individual bag either.
Compare the figures on the label for the exact flavour, both per 100 g and for the portion you plan to eat.
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Assuming a category page guarantees a particular product
The flavour shown may not be the one you find when you buy, and product information for a variety can change too.
Before you set off, check which variety you can buy and read the pack when you make your purchase.
If your preferred variety isn’t available, looking for an alternative could mean an extra trip to the shop.
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Assuming the same hand luggage rules apply to all food
Schiphol says you can take food in your hand luggage, but lists peanut butter and mayonnaise as examples of foods treated as liquids.
Check the latest rules from Schiphol and your airline before you travel, especially if you’re taking other snacks as well as dry crisps.
Brands worth comparing
Lay's
The Oven Baked range includes several flavours that Albert Heijn and Jumbo list among their lower-fat crisps.
- Albert Heijn’s product page gives Lay's Oven Baked Naturel the claim ‘50% less fat than regular potato crisps’.
- That claim doesn’t automatically apply to other Lay's varieties; compare the exact flavour and check the latest pack.
Chio
Jumbo lists Chio Oven Chips in flavours including Paprika, Sea Salt and Onion & Sour Cream among its lower-fat crisps.
- There are several flavours to compare individually.
- Check the nutritional information and allergens for each flavour on the pack; being listed in the category doesn’t tell you how the varieties compare with one another.
Albert Heijn
The own-brand range includes AH Ribbelchips naturel minder vet.
- This gives you another specific variety to compare with oven-baked crisps.
- Albert Heijn notes that ingredients, nutritional values and allergy information can change, so check the pack for the variety you choose.
Crisps for your journey from Joybuy
These packs of crisps are worth considering if you’re looking for a dry snack before you set off. Don’t choose based on the word ‘baked’ or ‘oven’ alone: if you’re comparing fat content, check the nutritional information on the exact pack.
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Yan Jin Pu Zi O-Potao Baked Potato Crisps Tomato Flavour, 62 g
An option if you’re looking for a 62 g pack with tomato flavour to take on your journey.
Check the fat content on the pack before choosing these crisps as an alternative to other varieties.
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Lay's Oven Baked Natural, 150 g
An option if you’d like to take a 150 g bag of oven-baked crisps with you.
Before comparing fat content, check the nutrition table for this Natural variety, both per 100 g and per portion.
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Chio Oven Chips Sea Salt, 125 g
An option if you’re looking for a 125 g bag of oven-baked crisps in Sea Salt flavour.
Check both fat and salt on the current pack, and read the ingredients and allergen information for this variety.
Frequently asked questions
Can I take dry crisps in my hand luggage through Schiphol?
Yes, Schiphol says you can take food in your hand luggage. Some other foods, including peanut butter and mayonnaise, are treated as liquids; check your airline’s latest rules too.
Are oven-baked crisps always lower in fat than regular crisps?
No. Comparing category figures doesn’t prove anything about every individual variety. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 3.7 g of fat per 40 g of oven-baked crisps and 13.1 g per 40 g of average crisps. Before you buy, check the nutrition table for the products you’re actually comparing.
How do I compare portions from bags of different sizes?
First compare the same amount of crisps, then consider how much you want to take or eat. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses a 40 g bowl for both oven-baked and average crisps, but your chosen portion doesn’t have to be 40 g.
Should I check the label again on a familiar variety of crisps?
Yes. Check the pack again if ingredients or allergens matter to your choice. Albert Heijn says product information, including nutritional values and allergy information, can change.