My Kids Found These Chips in the Pantry

I grabbed a bag of the Toasted Chips original to keep in my desk drawer for those 3 p.m. slumps, and honestly, the first crunch is pretty satisfying. They have a light, airy snap that feels like a fancier chip. But looking at the label, the 35g of sugar per 100g is a lot for a savory snack; it tastes noticeably sweet, almost like a cracker you'd find in a lunchbox from the 90s. It's a quick energy hit, but the sugar rush can leave you crashing later. If you're strictly watching sugar, this isn't the one.

The plain Toasted Chips are the kind of pantry staple I toss into a gym bag when I know I'll be out all day. The texture is sturdy enough to handle being jostled around, and the ingredient list is straightforward—no mystery powders. With only 8g of sugar per 100g, they don't have that weird artificial sweetness that some diet snacks do. They are a bit dry on their own, though. I found myself really wishing for a dip or something to cut through the flouriness. It's a solid base, but don't expect a flavor explosion out of the bag.

If you miss the flavor of those old-school onion dip chips but want something lighter, the Sour Cream & Onion Toasted Chips are a solid swap. The smell when you open the bag is that classic, tangy onion seasoning that hits the spot. At 10g of sugar, it's pretty balanced, and the score suggests it's a quality choice. The trade-off is that the seasoning is heavy. It leaves a dusty residue on your fingers, which is annoying if you're trying to type or handle paperwork right after. Still, for a late-night movie snack, the flavor is definitely there.

The Everything Toasted Chips are my new go-to for road trips. The flavor profile is surprisingly complex for a chip, hitting those garlic and sesame notes that make everything bagels so addictive. With 9g of sugar, it stays firmly in the savory camp. However, the texture is a little crumblier than the others in this line. I ate a few in the car and definitely ended up with sesame seeds on my lap. It's a small price to pay for the taste, but if you're sharing a small space, the crumbs can be a nuisance.

I picked up the Toasted Chips veggie variety hoping to sneak some extra vegetables into my lunch, and the ingredient list actually includes dried carrots and cabbage. The texture is a bit denser and heartier than the plain ones, which makes it feel more substantial. The 13g of sugar is higher than the other savory options, giving it a subtle sweetness that clashes slightly with the tomato powder. It's not bad, just an odd mix. If you're looking for a pure veggie chip, this is more of a sweet-and-savory hybrid.