Party planner catering for a group
You want to put out enough chips without opening more bags than necessary. The net weight helps you plan how much to buy.
Who are these options for?
Parent taking allergies and dietary requirements into account
You want to know exactly what’s in the bag and which allergens or ‘may contain’ warnings appear on the current packaging. A plain variety isn’t automatically suitable.
Organiser of a dip or nacho spread
Choose chips to suit how you plan to serve them: in a bowl on their own, alongside a selection of dips or as part of a nacho dish.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide how much you want to serve and how you’ll use the chips. Then check the packaging of your chosen variety for every child with an allergy or dietary requirement.
Plain supermarket own brand
A good choice if: you’re looking for chips for a group and want to match the bag size to the number of bowls you’ll put out.
Bear in mind: ‘plain’ doesn’t tell you which allergens are listed on the packaging, so check the variety you choose.
Doritos plain
A good choice if: you specifically want this variety to serve with dips or as nachos.
Bear in mind: Jumbo Supermarkten lists possible traces of cereals containing gluten, soya and wheat for Doritos Naturel.
AH Organic plain
A good choice if: you’re specifically looking for the organic, vegan, gluten-free or lactose-free product labels that Albert Heijn lists for this variety.
Bear in mind: this variety is also labelled as possibly containing soya. Check the full label for any children who need to avoid it.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| How much you need for the group | Compare the net weights and decide how many bags you actually want to open. | I want to put out enough chips without having lots of opened bags left over. The amount needed is the main consideration for around 36% of consumers. |
| Allergens and dietary requirements | Ask about allergies in advance, then read the ingredients and ‘may contain’ warnings on the exact packaging. | If a child has an allergy, I need to know whether this particular bag is suitable to serve. This check is the top priority for around 29% of consumers. |
| Dips and nachos | Check whether the product description mentions how you plan to serve the chips, then choose the flavour you want. | I want to serve chips that go with the dips or nachos I’m making. This is the biggest consideration for around 21% of consumers. |
| Portions and nutritional information | Check the nutritional information per 100 g and per stated serving. Use the serving sizes on the bag as a guide for planning only. | I’d rather put out small bowls than leave the whole bag open on the table. Serving size is the first consideration for around 14% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming plain means allergen-free
The flavour name doesn’t tell you everything about the allergen information. Jumbo Supermarkten lists possible traces of cereals containing gluten, soya and wheat for Doritos Naturel; Albert Heijn lists possible traces of soya for its organic plain product.
Ask about allergies in advance and check the packaging of the exact bag before serving the chips.
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Choosing a flavour before deciding how to serve the chips
ALDI Nederland lists plain, cheese and sweet chilli as SUN SNACKS varieties. A flavour you want to offer on its own may not be the best one to serve alongside a selection of dips.
Decide in advance whether you’ll serve the chips on their own, with dip or as nachos, then choose a variety.
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Putting the whole bag out as one portion
At a children’s party, it’s harder to keep track of how much is being served if the bag stays open on the table. The Voedingscentrum recommends small portions for party treats.
Divide the chips between small bowls and top them up if needed.
Brands to consider
Jumbo
Jumbo offers plain tortilla chips in different bag sizes.
- Jumbo Supermarkten lists a 170 g bag of Tortilla Naturel and describes a separate 300 g plain variety as suitable for dipping.
- Check the information for each variety. The size and description of one bag don’t necessarily apply to another.
SUN SNACKS (ALDI)
ALDI Nederland lists SUN SNACKS tortilla chips in plain, cheese and sweet chilli flavours.
- The listing states a bag size of 300 g.
- For allergen and nutritional information, check the packaging for the flavour you choose.
Albert Heijn Biologisch
Albert Heijn lists a 150 g organic plain variety.
- Albert Heijn labels this variety as organic, vegan, gluten-free and lactose-free.
- The product information also states that it may contain soya. If someone has an allergy, check the current label.
Doritos
Jumbo Supermarkten describes Doritos Naturel 185 g as corn chips for dipping or making nachos.
- The suggested uses can help if you want to serve the chips with dips or as nachos.
- For this plain variety, Jumbo lists possible traces of cereals containing gluten, soya and wheat.
Mission
Mission Foods’ tortilla chip range includes thin chips, strips, triangular chips and round chips.
- The different shapes can help you find chips to suit how you plan to serve them.
- Check the packaging and product information for the specific bag you’re considering.
Tortilla chips for different ways of serving
This selection of Joybuy products includes plain chips for dips or nachos, as well as cheese- or paprika-flavoured chips to serve on their own. Choose the bag size and flavour to suit the children and your party plans, and check the label.
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Santa Maria Nacho Chips Original 475 g
Serve alongside dips or salsa. The bag contains 475 g. If you have allergies, check the packaging for the exact variety.
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Doritos Dippers Naturel 185 g
A plain variety for dips or nachos, in a 185 g bag. If you have allergies, check the latest allergen information for this variety.
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Santa Maria Original Nacho Chips 185 g
For serving as nachos or with a dip. The bag contains 185 g. Check the packaging if you need to take allergies into account.
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Doritos Nacho Cheese 272 g
A 272 g bag for a group that enjoys a cheesy flavour. Before serving, check that the ingredients and allergen information are suitable for the children.
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Doritos Pure Paprika Tortilla Chips 170 g
A paprika-flavoured option to serve as a snack on its own, in a 170 g bag. If you have allergies, check the label on the exact bag.
Frequently asked questions
Should I ask about allergies before a children’s party?
Yes. Ask about allergies and dietary requirements in advance. The Voedingscentrum recommends doing this for children’s parties. Then check the allergen information on the exact bag you plan to serve.
Are plain tortilla chips suitable for someone with a gluten or soya allergy?
You can’t tell from the flavour name. Jumbo Supermarkten lists possible traces of cereals containing gluten, soya and wheat for Doritos Naturel. Albert Heijn labels its organic plain variety as gluten-free, but also states that it may contain soya. Read the full label on the bag you choose.
How can I plan how much I need without opening every bag at once?
Use the bag size and any stated serving sizes as a planning guide, not as a recommended portion for children. Put out small bowls first and keep the other bags sealed until you need them.
What information can I check on a prepacked bag?
At the very least, check the ingredients, allergens, net quantity and nutritional information for the exact variety. Your Europe lists this information as part of EU rules on labelling prepacked foods.
What should I do with an opened bag after serving?
Seal the packaging securely after use and follow the storage advice on the bag. Use the instructions for the exact variety you’ve opened.