Anyone planning holiday snacks
If you want to open a bag on different days, check the weight and think about how many crisps your group is likely to get through.
Who is this choice for?
Families sharing crisps on the go
For a car journey or a day out, individual bags can be more convenient than opening one big bag for everyone to share.
Anyone with specific labelling requirements
If ingredients, allergens or nutritional values affect your choice, check the information on the exact pack you’re buying. Information for one paprika crisp variety doesn’t automatically apply to another.
What should you look for?
First decide whether you want crisps to enjoy over several occasions, individual bags to take with you, or a product that meets specific labelling requirements. Then check the weight and details of the pack you’ve chosen.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
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| Stocking up and bag size | Check the weight per bag and whether you’ll use the contents over your planned snack breaks. | If I’m taking crisps for several days of my holiday, I don’t want to be left with more open crisps than we can eat. Around 50% of consumers give this need for a supply the highest priority. |
| Sharing and taking them with you | Check the number of bags and the contents of each one. A portion size shown on a large bag doesn’t mean the crisps are individually wrapped. | When we’re out and about, I want to be able to hand out crisps easily without opening a big bag. For around 30% of consumers, ease of sharing comes first. |
| Label information | Read the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information for the exact variety, including the units shown. | If I need to take ingredients or allergens into account, I can’t rely on information for a different flavour or pack. Checking the label is most important to around 20% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Choosing a ridged variety without considering the texture
Ridged crisps and regular paprika crisps are different styles. The bag size or a familiar brand name won’t tell you which texture you’ll prefer.
Choose between regular and ridged crisps deliberately, and check which style is shown on the pack.
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Relying on online product information instead of the label
Ingredients, nutritional values and allergen information can change. Details for one product also don’t tell you anything about other paprika crisps.
Read the current pack before eating the crisps, especially if you have allergies or dietary requirements. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that allergens must be listed on labels for prepacked foods.
Brands to consider
These brands offer a range of paprika crisps and pack sizes. Always check the details of each product.
Jumbo
Jumbo offers regular Paprika Chips in a 250 g bag and Ribbelchips Paprika in a 335 g bag.
- You can choose between regular and ridged crisps from this brand.
- The label for one style doesn’t automatically describe the other.
AH
AH Chips paprika comes in a 250 g bag. Albert Heijn lists a 25 g portion for this specific product.
- The product information says this variety has a gluten-free recipe and is suitable for vegans.
- Albert Heijn says product information can change, so check the current pack.
Sun Snacks
Sun Snacks is an ALDI range that includes 250 g bags of paprika crisps and a smaller 50 g option in paprika or plain.
- The 50 g size could be a good choice if you want individual bags to take with you.
- Check that the smaller pack is the paprika variety, not plain.
Lay's
Lay's offers regular paprika crisps in a range of pack sizes, including 100 g, 200 g and 300 g.
- Different bag sizes are available for different numbers of snack breaks.
- Check the weight and label information for each variety; the different sizes aren’t identical in every respect.
Paprika crisps on Joybuy
This selection includes regular paprika crisps, a thicker Lay's variety and ridged crisps. Use the bag size and style to find what suits your holiday plans, and check the current pack for ingredients and allergens.
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Lay's Sensations Red Sweet Paprika 150 g
A 150 g bag for anyone who wants to take or share the Red Sweet Paprika variety. Check the nutritional information on the pack, paying attention to the difference between values per 100 g and per portion.
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Croky Paprikachips 200 g
The 200 g bag is an option if you want to enjoy paprika crisps over several occasions. If you have allergies, check the ingredients and allergens on the current pack before choosing this variety.
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Lay's Chips Paprika 300 g
The 300 g bag can work well for planning several snack breaks, as long as you use the contents. Seal the bag well after opening and check the label information on the pack you buy.
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Farmhouse Biscuits Paprika Chips 150 g
A 150 g bag for fewer snack breaks or to take with you. Check the units on the current pack for portion sizes and nutritional values.
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g'woon Ribbed Chips Paprika 250 g
This 250 g bag is for anyone looking for paprika crisps with a ridged texture. If you have dietary requirements or allergies, check the ingredients on the current pack.
Frequently asked questions
When should I choose a big bag of paprika crisps?
Choose a big bag if you’ll use the contents over several snack breaks. Check the weight, think about how many people you’ll be sharing with, and seal the pack well after opening.
Are small bags handy for the summer holidays?
Small bags are handy if you want to hand out crisps individually or take them along on each outing. Check how many grams are in each bag to make sure the size suits your plans.
What should I check if I have an allergy or intolerance?
Read the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack before eating the crisps. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says allergens must be listed on labels for prepacked foods. Don’t rely solely on older online product information.
How should I store an opened bag while I’m on holiday?
Seal an opened bag well and follow the storage advice on the pack. Albert Heijn recommends keeping AH Chips paprika in a dark, dry place. Lay's Paprika Chips product information recommends a cool, dry place away from sunlight, heat and moisture.