Who might find this choice useful?

Sporty shoppers looking for a savoury protein snack

You want to know how much protein is in one bag, without assuming that you need a special protein product after exercise.

Chips fans who want to weigh up their snack portion

You’re after something crunchy to go with your chips, so you compare the amount in the bag with the snack’s energy and salt values.

Shoppers with ingredient or allergen requirements

You may be looking for a vegan or gluten-free option, or need to check for soya, milk and warnings about possible traces of allergens.

What should you look for in protein crisps?

Start with the nutritional information per bag: packs of different sizes don’t represent the same snack portion if you only compare the values per 100 g. Then decide which of the points below matters most to you.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Protein per bag Compare the grams of protein in the whole pack and per 100 g. After exercise, I want to know how much protein I’ll get from my whole snack. Around 33% of consumers would choose protein per bag as their main reason to buy.
Portion and energy Check the pack weight and the energy and fat values for the amount you plan to eat. If I’m already having chips, I want to weigh up what an extra bag adds to the meal; around 27% of consumers would focus mainly on portion size and energy.
Ingredients and allergens Read the current ingredients list, allergen information and any warning about possible traces. If I have a soya or milk allergy, or eat a vegan or gluten-free diet, the ingredients need to meet my requirements. For around 20% of consumers, this would be their first consideration.
Salt Check the salt per bag and also consider what you’re having with your chips. With chips and sauce on the table, I want to know how much salt is in the extra savoury snack; around 20% of consumers would put salt first.

Common mistakes when choosing

  • Going by ‘high protein’ alone

    That claim doesn’t tell you how many grams of protein you’ll get from the bag, or how much energy and salt the portion contains.

    Compare the nutritional values per pack with those per 100 g to see both the actual portion and the difference between bag sizes.

  • Assuming a small bag means less salt

    A small pack can still contain a significant amount of salt. Myprotein lists 0.75 g of salt per 25 g bag for the protein crisps reviewed.

    Check the salt per bag and consider it alongside your choice of chips, sauce and other savoury foods.

  • Assuming plant-based means allergen-free

    A snack labelled vegan or gluten-free may still carry warnings about possible traces of allergens. Albert Heijn includes such warnings for AH Protein Crisps Paprika.

    Check the current pack for ingredients, allergens and warnings, even if a claim on the front fits your dietary requirements.

  • Thinking of a protein snack as essential sports nutrition

    According to the Voedingscentrum, most people who exercise don’t need special protein products if they eat a healthy, varied diet.

    Choose protein crisps as a snack based on your overall diet and preferences, not simply because you’ve exercised.

Brands worth comparing

The nutritional values and allergen information below relate to the products or varieties mentioned, not necessarily to a brand’s entire range.

Albert Heijn

AH Protein Crisps Paprika is a lentil snack in a 70 g pack, labelled vegan and gluten-free.

  • Albert Heijn lists 28 g of protein and 13 g of fibre per 100 g.
  • The product information warns of possible traces of milk, sesame, soya and lactose; check the current pack.

XXL Nutrition

Protein Chips are available in 50 g bags for those who want to compare the nutritional values of a larger snack portion.

  • According to XXL Nutrition, a 50 g portion contains 20 g of protein and 8 g of fibre.
  • A 50 g bag isn’t directly comparable with a 25 g bag; check the values per portion as well as per 100 g.

Myprotein

Healthy Protein Crisps are available in 25 g bags, among other sizes.

  • For the variety reviewed, Myprotein lists 11 g of protein and 100 kcal per bag.
  • The variety reviewed contains soya and milk. Also check the pack for warnings about possible traces of other allergens.

Prozis

Zero Protein Chips Cheese & Onion is a variety sold in 25 g bags.

  • Prozis lists 11.25 g of protein and 4 g of fibre per bag for this variety.
  • The same bag lists 0.63 g of salt and contains soya and milk; check the current allergen information.

Body & Fit

Smart Protein Chips Original is described as a 23 g snack bag made with soya and potato.

  • The product information lists 7.4 g of protein per bag.
  • The product contains soya; check the current pack if you need to avoid gluten.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need special protein crisps after exercise?

No. Exercising doesn’t automatically mean you need a special protein product. According to the Voedingscentrum, most people who exercise get enough protein from a healthy, varied diet, so think of a bag of crisps as part of what else you eat.

Can I eat protein crisps if I need to avoid soya, milk or gluten?

It depends on the exact variety and the current packaging. The Myprotein and Prozis varieties reviewed contain soya and milk; AH Protein Crisps Paprika are labelled gluten-free, but carry warnings about possible traces of milk, soya and other allergens. Check the full allergen information before eating.

How do I compare the salt in a bag with the rest of my meal?

Check the salt in the amount of protein crisps you actually plan to eat, and factor in your chips and sauce. For comparison, the Voedingscentrum lists an average of 0.53 g of salt in a 40 g bowl of regular crisps; for a specific protein product, use the value on its own pack.