Cape Cod Original

Unlike standard continuous potato chips that are fried on a massive conveyor belt, Cape Cod Original potato chips are batch-cooked in a kettle using a specialized frying process. The brand introduced this traditional method in 1981, which involves frying sliced potatoes in oil in small batches at lower temperatures. This process results in the chips' signature hearty crunch and varied, golden-brown shape.

Yes, Cape Cod Original potato chips are certified gluten-free, making them safe for individuals with celiac disease or gluten sensitivities. The simple recipe contains just thinly sliced potatoes, oil, and salt, completely avoiding wheat and barley ingredients. The brand explicitly prints the gluten-free certification on the front of the packaging.

Cape Cod potato chips were founded in 1981 by Steve and Lynn Bernard in Hyannis, Massachusetts, but the brand is currently owned by the Campbell Soup Company. Campbell's acquired the snack brand in 2017 when it purchased Snyder's-Lance, which had previously owned the chips. Despite corporate ownership, the chips are still produced in Massachusetts.

Cape Cod Original chips are currently cooked in a blend of Canola oil and Sunflower oil, depending on the specific manufacturing run. The brand transitioned away from using cottonseed oil years ago to meet modern dietary preferences. This oil blend helps achieve the brand's clean taste and strict non-GMO ingredient standards.