Snackers who are focused on reducing fat
You’re looking for a paprika snack with an explicit fat-reduction claim. A smaller bag or a product made from a different base than traditional potato crisps could be an option for you.
Who is this for?
Christmas market visitors looking to share crisps
You’re after a bag of paprika crisps to share, and would also like to consider an oven-baked option with a fat-reduction claim.
Shoppers who check labels carefully
Ingredients, allergens or salt are important factors in your choice. Check the packaging of the specific variety, even if you’ve already looked at the product information online.
What should you look for?
Before you shop for the Christmas market, decide what matters most: the fat-reduction claim, a bag to share or checking the label. Then compare products on a like-for-like basis, preferably per 100 g.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Fat-reduction claim | Check what the product is being compared with, and look at fat and energy per 100 g. | If you’re mainly looking to reduce fat, the claim should match what you’re comparing, without overlooking the rest of the nutritional information. For around 42% of consumers, reducing fat would be the first consideration. |
| Size for sharing | Check the net weight and serving information: a 25 g bag serves a different purpose from a 125 g or 150 g bag. | For a shared snack, you’ll want to bring enough crisps without mistaking an individual bag for a sharing bag. For around 33% of consumers, pack size would come first. |
| Label and allergens | Check the ingredients, allergens and amount of salt per 100 g on the current packaging. | If you need to watch ingredients or allergens, a fat-reduction claim can’t replace checking the label. For around 25% of consumers, this would be the top priority. |
Common mistakes
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Comparing ‘less fat’ percentages on their own
Jumbo compares the claim for We Care Paprika Flavour Chips with a standard comparable product. The claims for Chio Oven Chips Paprika and Lay's Oven Baked Paprika refer to ordinary potato crisps. These percentages alone don’t compare the products’ full nutritional profiles.
Alongside the claim, check energy, fat, saturates and salt per 100 g.
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Assuming oven-baked means allergen-free or low in salt
The product information for Lay's Oven Baked Paprika lists milk as an allergen and 0.81 g of salt per 100 g. For Chio Oven Chips Paprika, it lists barley and gluten, possible traces of milk, sesame, soya and wheat, and 1.6 g of salt per 100 g.
Check the ingredients, allergens and salt content on the packaging of the product you’re actually buying.
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Treating an individual bag as a sharing bag
A 25 g pack contains a different amount from a 125 g or 150 g bag. Decide how many people will be sharing before choosing a size.
Compare the net weight and any serving information on the label.
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Assuming online product information is the final word
Ingredients and nutritional information can change. This is especially important if you’re choosing based on a specific allergen or nutritional value.
Check the details on the current packaging just before you buy.
Brands compared
Lay's
Lay's Oven Baked Paprika comes in a 150 g pack. Albert Heijn states that this variety contains 50% less fat than ordinary potato crisps.
- The product information lists 13 g of fat and 0.81 g of salt per 100 g.
- Milk is listed as an allergen. Check the current label if this is important to your choice.
Chio
Chio Oven Chips Paprika is a 125 g oven-baked variety. According to the Joybuy product information, it contains 60% less fat than ordinary potato crisps.
- The nutritional values listed are 9.2 g of fat and 1.6 g of salt per 100 g.
- The product information lists barley and gluten, and says it may contain milk, sesame, soya and wheat. If you have an allergy, check the current label.
We Care
We Care Paprika Flavour Chips comes in a 25 g bag. Jumbo states that this product contains 75% less fat than a standard comparable product.
- The small pack size could suit you if you’re looking for an individual bag.
- If allergens, salt or specific nutritional values matter to you, check all the information on the current packaging.
Paprika crisps at Joybuy
This variety could suit you if you’re considering a 150 g bag of oven-baked paprika crisps with an explicit fat-reduction claim for a festive outing. Compare the nutritional information and check current availability before placing your order.
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Lay's Oven Baked Paprika 150 g
A bag to share or enjoy over several snack breaks. The product information states that it contains 50% less fat than ordinary crisps, with 13 g of fat, 0.81 g of salt and 440 kcal per 100 g; milk is listed as an allergen. Check the current label and availability before ordering.
Frequently asked questions
Does less fat mean paprika crisps are lower in energy too?
No. A fat-reduction claim alone doesn’t tell you the whole nutritional story. Compare energy, fat, saturates and salt per 100 g on the labels of the products you’re considering.
What fat-reduction claims do these paprika snacks make?
Jumbo states that We Care Paprika Flavour Chips contains 75% less fat than a standard comparable product. The Joybuy product information says Chio Oven Chips Paprika contains 60% less fat than ordinary potato crisps, while Albert Heijn states that Lay's Oven Baked Paprika contains 50% less fat than ordinary potato crisps. As the comparison products aren’t described in the same way, these percentages alone don’t provide a complete nutritional comparison.
Do I still need to check for allergens in oven-baked paprika crisps?
Yes. Oven-baked says nothing about whether allergens are present. The product information for Lay's Oven Baked Paprika lists milk; for Chio Oven Chips Paprika, it lists barley and gluten and warns that it may contain milk, sesame, soya and wheat. If you have an allergy, always check the current packaging.
How should I store the crisps until the Christmas market or get-together?
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging of the crisps you buy. The product information for Lay's Oven Baked Paprika and Chio Oven Chips Paprika advises storing them in a cool, dry place, away from heat, sunlight and moisture, and sealing the pack securely after opening.