Which pack size suits you?

Snackers with one break on the go

Want to take one pack with you without opening a larger bag? A single-serve bag is ideal for this kind of snacking. Albert Heijn lists a 44 g serving and one portion for a bag from the Doritos Nacho Cheese 20-pack.

Snackers who want to reseal the pack

Do you snack from the same pack at work or on the go at different times? A resealable box can be handy. Jumbo describes the Doritos Snackbox as sturdy and resealable; the box contains more than one portion.

Dippers and sharers

Do you enjoy tortilla chips with a dip, or share them in one place? A standard bag may suit you better than individual bags. Albert Heijn’s AH Tortilla chips naturel contains 200 g, divided into eight listed portions of 25 g.

What should you look for?

First, decide whether you want one snack break or several from the same pack. Then compare how much you’ll be taking with you and check the label for your chosen flavour.

Individual bags

Choose this if: you want to take a pre-packed bag with you for one break. Albert Heijn lists 44 g bags in its Doritos Nacho Cheese 20-pack, each labelled as one portion.

Bear in mind: a 44 g bag is not the same amount as the portions listed on other packs. Compare the nutritional information for the amount you eat.

Resealable snack box

Choose this if: you want one sturdy pack to use for several snack breaks. Jumbo describes its 140 g Doritos Nacho Cheese Snackbox as resealable and easy to take with you.

Bear in mind: according to the product information, the box contains four to five portions. Being resealable doesn’t limit how much you take out.

Standard bag

Choose this if: you mainly eat tortilla chips with a dip or with others in one place. Albert Heijn’s AH naturel variety contains 200 g.

Bear in mind: you’ll have an open bag left after one snack break. Seal it well after use.

What to consider What to check when buying Who it matters to
Taking it with you and opening it Check whether it’s an individual bag, a resealable box or a standard bag. If I only have one break away from home, I don’t want to carry around a large, opened bag. That’s why around 42% of consumers prioritise convenience on the go.
Portions and nutritional value Compare the serving size and nutritional information per portion and per 100 g. If you want a set amount for one break, the portion information on the pack can be useful. For around 33% of consumers, portions and nutritional values are the most important factors.
Flavour and ingredients Choose a flavour that suits your snack and read the ingredients and allergen information for that specific variety. When choosing chips to go with a dip, I look for a flavour that works well; if I have an allergy, the label on the variety I choose is what matters. For around 25% of consumers, flavour, dipping or ingredients come first.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a snack box is one portion

    The 140 g Doritos Nacho Cheese Snackbox is resealable, but according to the product information it contains four to five 30 g portions. So the shape of the pack doesn’t determine how much you eat.

    If you want to take a pre-packed amount for one break, check the number of portions or divide up the chips before you leave.

  • Relying on the flavour name to check allergens

    The Doritos Nacho Cheese varieties reviewed contain milk. The AH naturel variety reviewed states that it may contain soya; naturel doesn’t mean a product is allergen-free.

    Read the current ingredients list and allergen information for the exact variety you’re buying.

  • Confusing pack size with nutritional value

    A small bag doesn’t, by itself, tell you anything about the nutritional values per 100 g. What’s more, the portion sizes on the packs reviewed differ: Albert Heijn lists 44 g for a Doritos bag and 25 g for a portion of AH naturel chips.

    Compare the nutritional information per 100 g as well as the amount you actually eat from the pack.

Brands to consider

Doritos

The Doritos products reviewed include individual Nacho Cheese bags as well as a resealable Snackbox for taking on the go.

  • Albert Heijn lists 44 g bags in the 20-pack reviewed; Jumbo describes the Snackbox as sturdy and resealable.
  • The Snackbox contains several portions. The Nacho Cheese varieties reviewed contain milk; check the pack for the variety you choose.

AH

The AH Tortilla chips naturel reviewed come in a standard 200 g bag, suitable for dipping or sharing in one place.

  • Albert Heijn lists eight 25 g portions. This specific variety is labelled vegan, gluten-free and lactose-free.
  • It isn’t an individual portion bag. The product information states that the chips may contain soya.

Snack Day

The Snack Day Sweet Paprika tortilla chips reviewed come in a 60 g pack. Lidl Netherlands lists this variety as a store product.

  • The 60 g pack offers a different size for taking on the go from the 200 g and 475 g bags reviewed.
  • Before choosing this flavour, check the portion information, ingredients and allergens on the physical pack.

Santa Maria

Albert Heijn lists a 475 g salted Santa Maria tortilla chip variety. This size is better suited to dipping or sharing than to taking a single bag for one break.

  • The listed pack contains 475 g, ideal for a snack occasion when you want to share the chips.
  • For this specific variety, check the number of portions and the ingredients on the pack.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a 44 g bag one portion?

For the Doritos Nacho Cheese 20-pack, Albert Heijn lists a 44 g bag as one portion. For your own choice, also compare the nutritional information per bag and per 100 g; portion sizes vary between products.

Which is easier to take with me: individual bags or a snack box?

Individual bags are handy for one pre-packed snack; a snack box is suited to several snack breaks from the same resealable pack. The 140 g Doritos Snackbox described by Jumbo contains four to five portions, so decide how much you want to take with you or serve yourself.

Where can I check for allergens in tortilla chips?

Check the allergen information on the current pack for the specific flavour. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority describes the mandatory labelling of 14 allergens on pre-packed foods; the Nacho Cheese varieties reviewed contain milk, and the AH naturel variety reviewed may contain soya.

What should I do with an opened standard bag?

Seal the bag well after use. This is also stated on the AH Tortilla chips naturel reviewed; choose an individual bag instead if you don’t want to take an opened pack with you.