Who is this choice for?

Anyone who prepares lunchboxes in advance

Individual bags make it easy to set aside crisps for different occasions. The weight of each bag determines how much you can put in one lunchbox.

Anyone watching TV with others

If several people are snacking at the same time, the total weight and whether you want to hand out individual bags or share from a bowl matter more than the number of packs alone.

Anyone who wants to compare labels

Ingredients, allergens and nutritional information can help you decide between packs. Check the details for the product you’re actually buying.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, decide whether the crisps are mainly for lunchboxes or to share around the table during a TV night. Then compare the flavour mix and the information on the pack.

What to consider Check when buying Who it matters to
Individual portions The number of bags, the weight of each bag and whether they’re all paprika flavour. If I prepare lunchboxes in advance, I want to know how many individual portions of paprika crisps I can set aside. Around 42% of consumers rank this as their main priority.
Sharing on a TV night The total weight and, when comparing packs, the current price per kilogram. When everyone is sharing from a bowl, I want to be able to put out enough crisps without handing out individual bags. This matters most to around 33% of consumers.
Label and quantity The ingredients, allergens, nutritional information and stated portion size for the pack you choose. I want to be able to check what’s in these crisps and how much each bag contains. This is the top priority for around 25% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a flavour mix contains only paprika crisps

    A multipack may include plain or other flavours as well as paprika. So the total number of bags doesn’t tell you how many paprika bags you’ll get.

    Check the flavour breakdown on the pack and count the paprika bags separately if that’s the flavour you need.

  • Looking only at the number of packs

    Individual bags are handy for sharing, but on their own they don’t tell you how many crisps you’ll have for a TV night or for each lunchbox.

    Compare the weight of each bag and the total weight with the amount you want to set out.

  • Relying on the label from a different bag

    Ingredients and allergen information apply to the specific pack and may vary between products.

    Check the label on the crisps you’ve bought before serving them, even if you’ve had a different pack from the same brand before.

  • Assuming a portion-sized bag is the right amount for everyone

    Albert Heijn lists the Lay's Paprika 20-pack as containing 40 g per bag. That may not be the amount you want to hand out.

    Check the weight of each bag; if you want a different amount, you could also portion out a large bag yourself.

Brands to consider

Lay's

Albert Heijn lists both a Lay's Paprika 20-pack with 40 g bags and a 300 g bag of paprika crisps.

  • Choose between individual bags and a sharing bag to portion out yourself.
  • Check the weight of each pack and whether it suits the occasion.

Sun Snacks

ALDI Netherlands lists Sun Snacks multipacks of plain and paprika crisps: 15 bags of 25 g.

  • The individual bags are handy for sharing.
  • This is a flavour mix, so check how many bags are actually paprika flavour.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists paprika crisps in a 250 g bag, which you can portion out yourself when sharing.

  • A large bag lets you decide how much to put in a bowl.
  • These aren’t individual bags for lunchboxes; also check the label on the pack you choose.

Croky

Albert Heijn lists Croky Paprika as a standard bag of crisps, as well as a multipack option.

  • A standard bag is a good option if you want to portion the crisps out yourself.
  • For individual lunchbox portions, you’ll need to pack the crisps yourself.

Snack Day

Lidl Netherlands lists Snack Day paprika crisps and ridged paprika crisps.

  • You can choose between the standard and ridged varieties listed.
  • Check the size of the pack you choose if you need individual bags.

Paprika crisps and flavour mixes at Joybuy

These packs are suitable for individual portions or a flavour mix for a TV night. Check that the listed flavour and pack size suit what you want to use for lunchboxes, too.

Pringles Red Pepper Flavoured Potato Chips, 12 × 40 g

Pringles Red Pepper Flavoured Potato Chips 12 × 40 g

The individually listed quantities are handy for setting aside crisps for several occasions.

The product name lists 12 × 40 g and the Red Pepper flavour. Before buying, check the exact pack size and whether this is the flavour you’re looking for in paprika crisps; for allergen information, check the pack label.

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Croky Sharing Mix, 180 g

Croky Sharing Mix 180 g

This flavour mix is a good fit for a TV night when not everyone wants paprika crisps.

The product name lists a total weight of 180 g. Check the flavour breakdown on the pack if you also want to set aside paprika crisps for lunchboxes, and read the label for allergen information.

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Frequently asked questions

Do all crisp multipacks contain only paprika crisps?

No, a multipack may contain a range of flavours. For example, ALDI Netherlands lists Sun Snacks multipacks with plain and paprika crisps; check the flavour breakdown if you need paprika crisps for every lunchbox.

Should I check the allergens again if I buy a different pack?

Yes, check the label on the pack you’re buying. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked products. Don’t rely on a different bag or a previous purchase.

Is one bag always the right size for a portion?

No, the weight of each bag varies between packs and doesn’t determine how much you want to hand out. Albert Heijn lists 40 g per bag for the Lay's Paprika 20-pack, while ALDI Netherlands lists 25 g bags for the Sun Snacks flavour mix.