Hosts keeping an eye on quantities
You’re buying crisps for several guests and want to know how many grams each bag will put on the table. In that case, the net weight and number of packs matter more than the size of the bag alone.
Who are these pack sizes suitable for?
Hosts who want to serve individual portions
Individual bags can be handy for a children’s party or a get-together without a sharing bowl. Check how many bags are in the multipack and how many grams each one contains.
Party planners checking dietary requirements and allergens
If guests need to avoid certain ingredients or have a specific dietary requirement, check the ingredients, allergen information and claims on the packaging of the variant you choose.
What should you look for when choosing?
Decide whether you’ll serve the crisps in sharing bowls or give each guest their own portion. Then check the information relevant to your guests for the specific flavour you’ve chosen.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Total quantity | Compare the net weight in grams and decide how many bags you want to serve. | If I’m filling bowls for several guests, I want to know how many crisps I’m actually buying. Having enough to go round is the top priority for around 50% of consumers. |
| Portioning | Check the number of bags and the weight of each one. For example, Jumbo lists a Doritos multipack of 20 × 44 g. | When serving snacks, I want to be able to give each guest their own portion easily. Around 33% of consumers prioritise the convenience of individual portions. |
| Label and ingredients | Check the ingredients, allergen information and any dietary claims on the packaging you’ve chosen. | If a guest has an allergy or dietary requirement, I need to know whether this particular flavour is suitable. This is the main concern for around 17% of consumers. |
A common mistake
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Assuming plain crisps are suitable for every guest
Claims on one variant don’t automatically apply to other tortilla chips. Albert Heijn lists AH Organic Plain Tortilla Chips as vegan, gluten-free and lactose-free, but also includes the warning ‘May contain: Soya’.
Ask which ingredients or allergens your guests need to avoid, and check the label on the exact pack you’ve bought before serving.
Brands to consider
AH
Albert Heijn lists regular AH Plain Tortilla Chips in a 200 g pack and an organic plain variant in a 150 g pack.
- The regular plain pack lists eight 25 g servings.
- The dietary claims for the organic variant apply to that product specifically; the label also says ‘May contain: Soya’.
Doritos
Jumbo lists Doritos in single 272 g bags and Nacho Cheese as a multipack of 20 × 44 g.
- These packs give you the choice of a bag to share or individual portions.
- Check the ingredients and allergens separately for each flavour you choose.
SUN SNACKS
ALDI lists SUN SNACKS Tortilla Chips in a 300 g pack, in plain, cheese and sweet chilli flavours.
- A 300 g bag is an option if you want to serve the crisps in a sharing bowl.
- Check the label for ingredients and allergens in the flavour you buy.
Snack Day
Lidl lists Snack Day as part of its snack range and offers sweet paprika tortilla chips in a 60 g pack.
- The pack listed contains a smaller amount per bag.
- For a get-together with several guests, work out how many bags of this size you’ll need.
Tortilla chips for sharing
These two single bags are a good fit for sharing bowls or serving with dips. Compare the pack sizes and check the allergen information for each flavour.
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Santa Maria Nacho Chips Original, 475 g
A 475 g bag for sharing in a bowl or serving with dips.
The product information lists maize flour, sunflower oil and salt, and identifies soya as an allergen. If you have an allergy, check the label on the pack you receive.
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Doritos Nacho Cheese, 272 g
A 272 g bag if you want to serve nacho cheese flavour in a sharing bowl or with dips.
According to the product information, this variant contains milk and may contain gluten, soya and wheat. If you have an allergy, check the label on the pack you receive.
Frequently asked questions
How do I work out how many tortilla chips to buy for a get-together?
Compare the net weight of the bags and decide how much you want to put in sharing bowls or serve as individual portions. For a multipack, consider both the number of bags and the weight of each one.
When are individual snack bags more convenient than one large bag?
Individual bags are handy if you want to portion snacks in advance or give each guest their own bag. For sharing bowls, you may prefer to look at the total weight of a single bag.
Are tortilla chips automatically gluten-free, vegan or lactose-free?
No. These claims only apply to specific products. Albert Heijn lists them for AH Organic Plain Tortilla Chips; for a different flavour or pack, check the label again.
What should I check if a guest has a food allergy?
Read the ingredients list, allergen information and any warnings on the pack of the variant you’ve bought. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority describes the labelling of 14 allergens. A warning such as ‘May contain: Soya’ also needs to be checked for that specific product.
What should I do with an open bag after the get-together?
Seal the pack well after use and follow the storage instructions on the bag. Albert Heijn also advises sealing the pack well after use for the tortilla chips mentioned.