
From the classic paprika flavor to more luxurious truffle varieties – chips (or crisps) have become an essential part of every snack cupboard. These are the flavors most often chosen as the tastiest.
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Paprika
In the Netherlands and large parts of Northern and Central Europe, paprika chips are by far the best-selling seasoned variety. The seasoning consists of mild paprika powder with salt, sugar and spices for a sweet-savory profile.
Plain (Salted)
The classic plain variety consists of thinly sliced potatoes that are simply sprinkled with salt after frying. Historically, it is the very first chip variety and one of the two best-selling standards worldwide.
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Bolognese
Bolognese chips are seasoned with a blend of tomato powder, onion, garlic, herbs and yeast extract reminiscent of the Italian meat sauce. This flavor is especially popular in Western Europe and is found in almost every supermarket there.
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Bugles Nacho Cheese
Bugles are horn-shaped corn snacks with a cheese seasoning coating, patented in 1965 by General Mills. In the Netherlands they are eaten plain as well as filled with spreadable cheese or cream cheese.
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Wokkels Paprika
Wokkels are twisted snacks made from potato starch whose spiral shape gives them a specific crunch. The paprika variant was introduced in the 1970s and remains a permanent fixture in the Dutch snack aisle.
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Cheese & Onion
This savory combination of onion extract and cheese powder was invented in Ireland in the 1950s by chip maker Tayto. It is one of the most produced savory chip flavors worldwide.
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Hamka's
Hamka's is a crispy corn snack with a lattice pattern that has been sold in the Netherlands since 1966 by Smiths (now Lay's). Its characteristic taste is a savory combination of cheese and ham flavors.
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Salt & Vinegar
This traditionally British combination pairs sea salt with malic acid or dried vinegar for a sharp, sour aftertaste. While it is the standard in the United Kingdom, in the Netherlands it is a distinct niche flavor with loyal fans.
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Barbecue (BBQ)
Barbecue chips are seasoned with a blend that mimics the taste of smoked meat and barbecue sauce, often with ingredients like smoked paprika, brown sugar and onion powder. It is one of the oldest seasoned chip varieties from the United States.
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Sweet Chili Pepper
This sweet-and-spicy flavor combination is especially popular on corn tortilla chips such as Doritos. It combines chili pepper with a hint of garlic, onion and sweeteners.
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