For a late-night snack, start by choosing the flavour you fancy, then check the label on the specific pack: the flavour name alone doesn’t tell you about the ingredients, allergens or salt content. If you’re eating alone, compare the net weight and storage instructions after opening too. A large bag means you’ll need to store the rest properly.
If you fancy a change from ready salted crisps for a late-night snack, compare smoky, cheesy, tangy and spicy flavours. The flavour name gives you an idea of the taste, but not how strong it is or exactly what the recipe contains.
If you avoid certain ingredients, read the ingredients list and allergen information on the pack you’ve chosen. Product information from Vico, Carrefour and Auchan shows that recipes can vary by product, even when the flavours are similar.
If you don’t plan to finish the bag, check its weight, the nutritional values per 100 g and any serving information shown on the packaging. Also check how to store the crisps after opening.
Start with the flavour you fancy, then check the exact pack before choosing between two recipes or pack sizes.
| Criteria | What to check | Who is it for? |
|---|---|---|
| Flavour | The flavour described — cheesy, smoky, tangy or spicy — and the ingredients in the seasoning. | If you fancy a change from ready salted crisps in the evening, you may be looking for a particular type of flavour above all else; around 30% of consumers may prioritise flavour when making their choice. |
| Ingredients and allergens | The ingredients list, declared allergens and any precautionary statements about traces on the specific pack. | If you need to avoid an ingredient, checking the recipe before eating matters more than the flavour; around 30% of consumers may prioritise this compatibility. |
| Salt and serving size | Salt and fat per 100 g, followed by values per serving if shown. | To understand how much you’re planning to eat, distinguish between figures per 100 g and those per serving; around 20% of consumers may prioritise this information. |
| Pack size and storage | Net weight, the number of servings shown and storage instructions after opening. | If the bag is just for a small snack, being able to store the rest without losing its crunch becomes important; around 20% of consumers may prioritise this need. |
A name such as “cheese” or “barbecue” isn’t enough to identify the ingredients and allergens in a recipe. For example, the Vico Bacon and Onion product information lists dairy ingredients and pork.
Read the ingredients list and allergen information for the product you’ve chosen, especially if you need to avoid an ingredient.
Salt or fat figures aren’t directly comparable if they refer to different quantities.
Compare the nutritional information per 100 g first, then check the serving size and bag weight to understand how much you’re planning to eat.
A sharing-size pack may be more than you want to eat on your own. After opening, the storage instructions matter if you want to keep the remaining crisps crisp.
Compare net weights and follow the instructions on the pack if you plan to keep it after opening.
Vico offers flavoured crisps in ranges including La Gourmande and Street Food.
The Lay's France range includes different textures and flavours, including Salt & Vinegar and paprika recipes.
Pringles offers crisps in a stackable shape, including 40 g and 70 g packs depending on the flavour.
Carrefour Classic' offers cheese-flavoured crisps in a 135 g bag, among other products.
These own-brand ranges include barbecue and cheddar and chive crisps.
Auchan offers barbecue-flavoured crisps in a 270 g bag, among other products.
These flavoured crisps include grilled, barbecue and cheesy options. Compare the flavours and pack weights, then check the label for ingredients and allergens.
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An option if you’re looking for a grilled flavour for your late-night snack. The bag weighs 125 g; if you have dietary restrictions, check the ingredients in this recipe before buying.
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Worth considering if you’re after a barbecue flavour rather than something cheesy. This 125 g bag is worth checking carefully if you avoid animal-derived ingredients.
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An option if you fancy a flavour that combines cheese and truffle. The pack weighs 125 g; check the ingredients if you need to avoid dairy or other allergens.
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Worth a look if you prefer cheddar flavour and ridged crisps. The bag weighs 120 g; Joybuy’s product information for this item lists milk among the ingredients, so check the pack if this is relevant to you.
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If you fancy barbecue with a spicy kick, this option offers a change from the cheddar flavour in the same selection. The bag weighs 120 g; check the label to confirm the ingredients and storage instructions after opening.
Start with the product name, ingredients list and nutritional information for the specific variety. The DGCCRF lists these among the labelling information required for prepacked foods; the pack weight can then help you choose a size that suits your needs.
No: check the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack. Product information from Vico, Carrefour and Auchan shows that flavoured recipes can contain different ingredients or traces, even when their names suggest familiar tastes.
Seal it carefully and follow the instructions on the packaging. For a Lay's product sold at Auchan, the product information advises keeping it away from light and eating it within seven days of opening to preserve its flavour and crunch; this guidance applies to that specific product.