Vegetable oils still lead the field over animal-based fats when it comes to new food oil developments. Perceived as healthier in that they contain more unsaturated fatty acids, they have faced challenges when it comes to cooking or baking, as they are not normally robust at the high temperatures needed in heat processing. 

The chips become available at select grocery and natural food stores nationwide this month with a suggested retail price of $3.49 per 5.25-ounce bag.