Choose a multipack of individual bags if you want to hand out portions in advance or give them to guests to take away. If everyone will be sharing bowls of crisps and dip, a larger bag is better suited to serving that way. In either case, check the total weight and the ingredients and allergen information on the label for the flavour you choose.
It all starts with how you plan to serve them: will the crisps go on the table in a bowl, or will everyone get their own bag?
If guests will be sharing crisps with salsa or guacamole, you can serve a larger bag in a bowl without having to open several individual bags. Compare the weight with the number of guests and check that the flavour you choose goes well with the dip.
If you want to portion out crisps in advance for lunchboxes or as snacks to take away, individual bags are handy. For example, Jumbo lists a Doritos Nacho Cheese multipack with 20 bags of 44 g each. For other multipacks, check both the number of bags and the total weight.
If you’re buying for guests with questions about ingredients or allergens, check the label for each flavour you choose. A brand name or the word ‘plain’ doesn’t tell you which allergens are listed on the packaging.
First decide whether you need individual portions or will be serving the crisps in a shared bowl. Then compare the amount and read the label for the exact product you’re buying.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Sharing a bowl with dip | Check the total weight and choose a flavour that goes well with the dips on the table. | If everyone is eating from the same bowl, I want to have enough crisps ready without constantly opening bags. This is a priority for around 33% of consumers. |
| Individual portions | Check that the multipack really does contain individual bags and look at the weight of each one. | For lunchboxes or snacks to take away, I want to be able to portion them out in advance. Around 25% of consumers prioritise this. |
| Amount for the group | Compare the total weight in grams, not just the number of bags or packets. | I want to match the amount to the number of guests, rather than judging it by pack size alone. This is the biggest consideration for around 25% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients, allergen information and ‘may contain’ statement on the pack you’ve chosen; compare nutritional values per 100 g. | If guests have questions about ingredients or allergens, I want to know what’s in this exact flavour. Checking the label is the top priority for around 17% of consumers. |
A large bag and a multipack aren’t the same thing: with a multipack of individual bags, you can hand out portions, while a large bag lets you fill a bowl yourself. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends comparing nutritional values per 100 g, as stated portion sizes can vary.
Lots of little bags make it easy to hand out portions, but they’re less convenient when all the crisps are going into the same bowl anyway.
Only choose individual bags if you plan to use them separately. Otherwise, compare the total weight of larger bags.
Individual portions also mean more packaging to open and clear away.
Allergen information varies from product to product. Albert Heijn states that Doritos plain may contain soya and wheat (gluten); for AH Tortilla chips plain, it lists the possible presence of soya.
If you’re serving guests with an allergy, check the ingredients and ‘may contain’ statement on the packaging of the exact product you’re serving.
A flavour name doesn’t tell you everything about the ingredients or nutritional value. Stated serving sizes can also vary.
Compare similar crisps by their nutritional values per 100 g, such as salt and saturated fat, and check the ingredients list too. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 100 g as the basis for comparison.
These examples show which differences in pack size and flavour are worth considering. Always check the details for the exact product, rather than assuming they apply to the brand as a whole.
Jumbo lists Doritos Nacho Cheese as a sharing multipack with 20 bags of 44 g each. Larger individual bags are also available in other flavours.
Jumbo sells products including Tortilla Chips Naturel in a 300 g bag, described as suitable for dipping.
AH Tortilla chips naturel comes in a 200 g bag, which Albert Heijn also suggests serving with dip.
ALDI lists Sun Snacks Tortillachips in a 300 g bag.
Mission Foods describes a range of tortilla chip shapes and product lines.
These two Doritos varieties come in individual 170 g bags, for serving in a bowl. They aren’t multipacks of individual portion bags. Choose the flavour that suits what you’re serving at your get-together, and check the label before serving.
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An option for a shared bowl if you’d like to serve Nacho Cheese flavour, perhaps with a dip.
Pack size: one 170 g bag, with no individual portion bags. Check the allergens on the packaging before serving the crisps to guests.
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An option for a shared bowl if you’re after a sweet and spicy flavour instead of plain crisps.
Pack size: one 170 g bag, with no individual portion bags. Check that the flavour goes with your dips and, if you’re serving guests with allergies, read the label on the pack.
Yes, if you want to give everyone their own bag or send them home with a portion. If you’re serving the crisps in a shared bowl, a large bag saves you from opening several smaller ones first. Just compare the total weight with the amount you need.
Compare the nutritional values per 100 g, and also check the total weight of each pack. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends comparing products per 100 g, as stated serving sizes can vary.
No, you can’t tell from the flavour name alone. Albert Heijn lists the possible presence of soya and wheat (gluten) in Doritos plain, and the possible presence of soya in its own plain variety. Check the allergen information on the packaging of the product you’re actually serving.
Follow the storage instructions on the pack you’ve chosen and seal the bag properly after use. Albert Heijn recommends sealing the packaging of its plain tortilla chips properly after use; for other varieties, check the label on the pack.
