Who is this guide for?

Game night organisers

You’re looking for an amount you can share with several players. The net weight and the number of other snacks you’re serving both help determine whether one bag will be enough.

Shoppers comparing pack sizes

You want a bag that suits your group, without ending up with lots of opened crisps left over. So compare the contents of different pack sizes.

Label readers

When choosing a flavour, you take the ingredients, nutritional information and any guests’ allergies into account. These details can vary between flavours.

What should you look for?

First, work out how many people will be eating and whether you’ll serve the crisps to share or in individual portions. Then choose a flavour and check the label on the variety you’re buying.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Amount for the group Compare the net weight and think about how many other snacks you’ll be serving. If several players are sharing a bowl, I don’t want to have to sort out another snack halfway through. Around 33% of consumers put the amount for the group first.
Portions and storage Check the serving size and storage advice, and seal the bag well after opening. For a small gathering, I don’t want to be left with lots of opened crisps. Around 17% of consumers prioritise minimising leftovers.
Flavour and dip Choose between plain and flavoured, and check that the crisps you pick go with the dip you plan to serve. When we’re sharing a dip, I want to choose a flavour that works for the whole group. For around 25% of consumers, flavour is the most important factor.
Label Read the ingredients, allergen information and nutritional details for the exact flavour you’re buying. If someone at the table needs to watch out for certain ingredients or allergens, I want to be able to check the right pack. For around 25% of consumers, the label is their first priority.

Common mistakes

  • Choosing the biggest bag without thinking about the group

    A large pack can work well for a full table, but if it’s a small gathering, you may have some of the opened bag left over.

    Compare the net weight with the number of players and the other snacks you’re serving.

  • Assuming the label for one flavour applies to another

    Ingredients and allergens vary between varieties. For example, the listing for Doritos Cool American mentions milk and the possible presence of soya, wheat and gluten.

    If anyone has an allergy or intolerance, check the ingredients and allergen information on the pack of the exact flavour you’ve chosen.

  • Leaving a large bag open

    If you won’t finish a bag in one sitting, the storage advice after opening matters for the crisps left inside.

    Serve what you need, then seal the bag well. Jumbo and Santa Maria recommend storing their specified tortilla chips in a cool, dry place.

Brands to consider

Doritos

Jumbo lists Doritos tortilla chips in several flavours and pack sizes, including 272 g bags and a multipack of 20 × 44 g.

  • An option if the group specifically wants Nacho Cheese, Sweet Chilli Pepper or Cool American, or if individual packs would be useful.
  • Check the label for each flavour: the listing for Cool American mentions milk and the possible presence of soya, wheat and gluten.

AH

Albert Heijn lists a 200 g plain variety and a 150 g organic plain variety.

  • A smaller bag could be a good fit when you’re serving a small group.
  • For a larger group, you may need more than one bag. Check the ingredients and dietary information on the pack you choose.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists plain tortilla chips and nacho cheese-flavoured tortilla chips, among others, in 300 g bags.

  • Jumbo describes its 300 g plain variety as suitable for dipping; the ingredients list includes maize, sunflower oil and salt.
  • Check the ingredients and allergens again if you choose a different flavour.

SUN SNACKS

ALDI lists 300 g bags of SUN SNACKS tortilla chips in plain, cheese and sweet chilli flavours.

  • This pack size could work when several people are sharing a bag.
  • Read the nutritional information and allergen details on the pack for your chosen flavour.

Snack Day

Lidl lists Snack Day Tortillachips nacho cheese in a 300 g bag.

  • A pack size to consider if the group wants nacho cheese flavour and you shop at Lidl.
  • Check the ingredients and allergens on the pack for this variety.

Mission

Mission Foods lists several types of tortilla chips on its own product website, including organic and grain-free varieties.

  • Worth considering if you’re looking for a specific variety from this brand.
  • Check which exact variety is available at the shop, and read the label.

Tortilla chips for different preferences

These two bags suit different game night plans: a 475 g salted bag to share, or a 272 g bag of Nacho Cheese for a specific flavour preference. Choose the amount to suit your group, and check the current packaging for both.

Santa Maria Tortilla Chips Salted, 475 g

Santa Maria Tortilla Chips Salted 475 g

A bag to consider if several players are sharing salted tortilla chips, perhaps with a dip.

Net weight: 475 g. Joybuy product information lists soya as an allergen; check the packaging before serving the crisps.

View at Joybuy
Doritos Nacho Cheese, 272 g

Doritos Nacho Cheese 272 g

An option if the group specifically wants Nacho Cheese; at 272 g, this bag is smaller than the listed bags of 300 g or more.

The product information lists milk and the possible presence of gluten, soya and wheat. Check the current packaging if allergens are a concern for your group.

View at Joybuy

Frequently asked questions

How many tortilla chips do I need for game night?

Use the net weight and any serving-size information as a guide when planning, along with the number of players and the other snacks. The serving size on the pack doesn’t dictate how much anyone should eat.

How should I store tortilla chips after opening?

Seal the bag well after serving and follow the storage advice on the packaging. For the products mentioned, Jumbo and Santa Maria recommend a cool, dry place; Santa Maria also says to keep the bag tightly sealed after opening.

Are the allergens the same in every tortilla chip flavour?

No. Check the allergen information for the exact flavour you’re serving. For example, the listing for Doritos Cool American mentions milk and the possible presence of soya, wheat and gluten; don’t assume this applies to another variety.

Can I rely on online product information when choosing food for someone with an allergy?

Check the physical packaging before eating the product, too. Albert Heijn points out that product ingredients and allergen information can change.