Hosts keeping an eye on calories
You want to choose crisps for a long game night, so you compare the kcal figures per 100 g rather than relying on the word ‘light’ alone.
Who is this comparison for?
Crisp fans watching their fat intake
You’re looking for a baked alternative to fried crisps for your group. You also want to check the nutritional values and seasoning of each variety separately.
Hosts checking ingredients and allergens
You’re shopping for several people and check the ingredients list, declared allergens and precautionary ‘may contain’ statements on the packet before serving.
What should you look for when buying?
Start by comparing the energy per 100 g, then decide how much fat content, seasoning and packet information matter to your group.
| Criterion | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Energy per 100 g | Compare the kcal figures per 100 g for products in the same category; serving-size figures alone aren’t suitable for a direct comparison. | If the bowl is refilled several times during a long game, I want to be able to compare the energy in the same quantity; this comparison is the priority for around 50% of consumers. |
| Fat content and preparation | Check the fat figure per 100 g and whether the specific variety is described as baked; compare its energy figure separately. | I’d prefer to choose baked crisps for the group and check the fat content first; this is the main concern for around 30% of consumers. |
| Ingredients, salt and allergens | Read the ingredients list and salt information, as well as any highlighted allergens and precautionary ‘may contain’ statements on the packet you buy. | If guests need to avoid different ingredients, I want to check the packet information before serving; around 20% of consumers give this check top priority. |
Which buying misconceptions can you avoid?
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Assuming ‘light’ means a specific calorie count
A claim about lower fat or a baked preparation doesn’t, on its own, tell you how many kcal or how much salt a variety contains.
Compare the nutritional information per 100 g. Lorenz lists 475 kcal and 2.3 g of salt per 100 g for Naturals Leicht fein gesalzen – both figures are relevant when choosing.
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Overlooking precautionary allergen statements on plain salted crisps
Even simply salted varieties can carry allergen information that’s important to your guests. Lorenz states that Naturals Leicht fein gesalzen may contain milk; EDEKA lists possible traces of milk for GUT&GÜNSTIG Riffelchips Salz.
If anyone has an allergy, check the information on the specific packet before serving the crisps.
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Assuming online information never changes
Recipes and labelling can change, so the information on a product page may differ from what’s on the packet you buy.
Before buying, check the current nutrition table, ingredients list and allergen information on the packet – especially if you’re shopping for other people.
Key brands to consider
Lorenz
Naturals Leicht fein gesalzen gives you a specific calorie figure to compare with classic crisps.
- Lorenz lists 475 kcal and 23 g of fat per 100 g for this variety.
- According to Lorenz, the variety contains 2.3 g of salt per 100 g and may contain milk. The labelling on the packet you buy is what matters.
funny-frisch
Ofen Chips are an option if you want to compare baked crisps with fried ones.
- funny-frisch describes the range as baked and states that it contains 60% less fat than conventional crisps.
- For the specific flavour, check the energy, salt, ingredients and allergen information on the packet too.
Chio
Chio Chips Ready Salted provide a classic salted option to compare when choosing crisps for game night.
- Chio lists potatoes, vegetable oils and salt as ingredients, and gives an energy value of 539 kcal per 100 g.
- The stated energy value is higher than that of Lorenz Naturals Leicht fein gesalzen; you should also compare the fat and salt content separately.
ja! (REWE)
ja! Salted Chips are another classic salted option if you’re checking packet size and ingredients for several people.
- REWE sells this variety in a 200 g packet.
- REWE lists possible traces of gluten, milk products, soya and celery. If anyone has an allergy, check the packet you buy.
GUT&GÜNSTIG (EDEKA)
Riffelchips Salz has published nutritional values that you can compare with other salted crisps.
- EDEKA lists 542 kcal, 33.6 g of fat and 1.2 g of salt per 100 g for this variety.
- The product may contain traces of milk. The information on the packet you buy is the one to go by.
Crisps for game night at Joybuy
These two packets are worth considering if you’re looking for baked crisps for game night. Compare the nutritional information for each variety and check which seasoning and packet size will suit your group.
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funny-frisch Ofen Chips Paprika Smoky BBQ, 115 g
An option for game night if you’re looking for oven-baked crisps with paprika and Smoky BBQ seasoning.
Packet size: 115 g. Before serving, check the nutritional information, ingredients and allergen information on the specific packet.
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Yan Jin Pu Zi O-Potao Baked Potato Crisps Original Flavour, 62 g
A baked crisp option for game night if you’re looking for a packet labelled Original Flavour.
Packet size: 62 g. Think about how much you’ll need for your group, and check the nutritional information, ingredients and allergen information on the packet.
Frequently asked questions
How can I tell which crisps have fewer calories?
Compare the energy figure in kcal per 100 g within the crisp category. Lorenz lists 475 kcal per 100 g for Naturals Leicht fein gesalzen; Lorenz Crunchips Salted and EDEKA GUT&GÜNSTIG Riffelchips Salz are each listed at 542 kcal per 100 g. Serving-size information is useful when serving, but it doesn’t replace comparing the same quantities.
Do crisps with less fat automatically have fewer calories?
The fat figure alone doesn’t tell you the energy content of a specific variety. funny-frisch states that its baked Ofen Chips contain 60% less fat than conventional crisps; when choosing, also compare the kcal figure per 100 g on the relevant packet.
Should I check allergen information on salted crisps for guests?
Yes. You should check the information on the packet you buy, even for simply salted crisps. Lorenz warns that Naturals Leicht fein gesalzen may contain milk, while EDEKA states that GUT&GÜNSTIG Riffelchips Salz may contain traces of milk. According to the Lower Saxony State Office for Consumer Protection and Food Safety, allergenic ingredients in pre-packed foods must be emphasised in the ingredients list.
Which packet details can help me choose crisps for game night?
For comparing products, it’s useful to check the energy and fat per 100 g, salt information, ingredients, and allergen and precautionary ‘may contain’ statements. Also check the packet size so you can estimate how much you’ll need for your group. If anyone has an allergy, the labelling on the specific packet is essential.